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Golden Knights Lose Shootout, Fall 5–4 to Islanders

The Golden Knights lost 5–4 in a shootout Tuesday on Long Island, despite a dramatic late push that forced overtime. Pavel Dorofeyev tied the game with 14 seconds left, erasing a third-period deficit, but the Islanders ultimately prevailed in the shootout on Emil Heineman’s deciding attempt.

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Vegas’ next generation takes the ice as girls Learn to Play debuts during Wickfest

Las Vegas girls are stepping into hockey at a time when the sport is growing faster than ever in Southern Nevada. The Vegas Golden Knights will launch their first girls-only NHL Learn to Play program at Hylo Park Arena this winter.

Bruce Cassidy News / SinBin / December 9

Added Benefit To VGK’s Defensive Style

(Photo Credit: SinBin.vegas Photographer Brandon Andreasen) Bruce Cassidy’s defensive system has been a godsend to the Golden Knights since the moment he arrived in Las Vegas.

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / December 8

Golden Knights Trivia: Current Team Leaders

(Photo Credit: SinBin.vegas Photographer Brandon Andreasen) The answer to each question is the player currently leading the Golden Knights in each stat.

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Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Mitch Marner News / NHL Trade Talk / December 8

Mitch Marner is Still Taking Flak for Maple Leafs Playoff Shortcomings

Mitch Marner being a Toronto Maple Leaf is a thing of the past, and both sides have moved on after a nine-year partnership that had so much promise. The Markham, Ontario, native delivered and then some in the regular season, piling up 741 points (221 goals, 520 assists) in 657 games as one of the most productive players in franchise history.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Jack Eichel News / Dice City Sports / December 7

Golden Knights Beat Rangers in OT as Eichel Scores Winner

The Golden Knights beat the Rangers in OT on Saturday, winning 3–2 at MSG after a late push. Tomas Hertl tied the game with 52 seconds left, and Jack Eichel scored the overtime winner at 4:52.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 7

Jack Eichel's OT goal with eight seconds left gives Knights win over Rangers

Jack Eichel scored on an end-to-end rush with eight seconds left in overtime after Tomas Hertl scored the tying goal with 52 seconds left in the third period as the visiting Vegas Golden Knights rallied for a 3-2 victory over the New York Rangers on Sunday night.

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Brayden Schenn, Dylan Holloway tally three points each in Blues win

Logan Thompson and Capitals keep rolling, blank Jackets

Macklin Celebrini helps Sharks earn rare win over Hurricanes

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Akira Schmid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 6

Golden Knights goalie Akira Schmid’s immediate reaction to shutting out former team

The Vegas Golden Knights walked into Newark needing clarity in net, and Akira Schmid delivered it. The matchup carried emotion from the opening puck drop, with the Golden Knights’ shut out effort unfolding against the New Jersey Devils team that traded him away.

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / December 6

Golden Knights Underperforming In Blocked Shots This Season

(Photo Credit: SinBin.vegas Photographer Brandon Andreasen) Yesterday in New Jersey, the Golden Knights blocked a total of 23 shots on goal. It was only the 7th time this season that Vegas got in the way of 20 or more shots in a game.

Akira Schmid News / Dice City Sports / December 5

Akira Schmid Shutout Powers Golden Knights Past Devils, 3–0

The Golden Knights vs. Devils matchup turned into exactly the response Vegas needed. The Knights closed their road trip with a 3–0 win in Newark, getting a shutout from Akira Schmid in his first start against the team that drafted him.

Akira Schmid News / Field Level Media / December 5

Akira Schmid stops 24 shots as Golden Knights shut out Devils

Akira Schmid made 24 saves en route to his second shutout of the season as the Vegas Golden Knights earned a 3-0 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Friday night in Newark, N.J.

Carter Hart News / Breakaway on SI / December 3

Golden Knights' Carter Hart Gets Emotional After Return to Ice

Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Carter Hart returned to the ice for the first time in 2025. The journey back to professional hockey has been covered across the hockey world, with the goaltender taking net for the first time against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Carter Hart News / Field Level Media / December 3

Carter Hart, back from acquittal, leads Knights past Blackhawks in SO

Shea Theodore logged two assists and scored the game-winner in the fourth round of a shootout and Carter Hart made 27 saves in his return to the NHL as the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 on Tuesday in Las Vegas.

Carter Hart News / Athlon Sports / December 1

Golden Knights Make Roster Move Involving Carter Hart Before Blackhawks Game

The Vegas Golden Knights have made a final decision on reinstated NHL goalie and former Philadelphia Flyers netminder Carter Hart. The Golden Knights recalled the 27-year-old goalie on Sunday evening, positioning him for a potential start Tuesday against the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Vegas Golden Knights News / The Hockey Writers / November 30

Henderson Silver Knights Prospect Notebook: Connelly, Bowman and Cormier

Head coach Ryan Craig and the Henderson Silver Knights are off to a strong 9-7-1 start, a sharp contrast from last season’s 4-12-0 opening stretch. This year’s group has leaned on its veterans, but the early surge has just as much to do with the injection of youth throughout the lineup.

Mitch Marner News / NHL Trade Talk / November 29

Mitch Marner’s Toronto to Vegas Transition Has Hit a Rough Patch

After nine great years of donning the blue and white for his hometown Toronto Maple Leafs, Mitch Marner felt the grass would be greener elsewhere, specifically in Las Vegas, where he bolted for this summer as a free agent.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 28

Which NHL teams should do some Black Friday shopping?

As we hit the American Thanksgiving checkpoint, it’s time to look at what teams might start being movers and shakers this holiday season to bolster their rosters.

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Tomas Hertl News / Breakaway on SI / November 26

Tomas Hertl Reveals Fix For Golden Knights' Overtime Flaw

The Vegas Golden Knights have all the pieces of a contender: talent, depth, and experience. Yet despite their firepower, one nagging issue keeps derailing their momentum — overtime struggles.

Mark Stone News / Daily Faceoff / November 26

Golden Knights’ Mark Stone returns vs. Senators

The Vegas Golden Knights will finally get their captain back after an extended absence. The team announced that winger Mark Stone will return for Wednesday’s game against the Ottawa Senators.

Bruce Cassidy News / Breakaway on SI / November 26

Bruce Cassidy Reveals What Golden Knights Need to Change

The Vegas Golden Knights still look like a team built to battle deep into the playoffs. They have the roster, the coaching, and the experience to stand toe-to-toe with anyone in the NHL.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / November 25

Anaheim Ducks in no Hurry to Deal Defenseman Pavel Mintyukov

The Anaheim Ducks are turning heads throughout the league. Their 4-3 overtime home win against the Las Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday pushed their record to 14-7-1.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 23