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Golden Knights open Ducks series with Round 2 speed test

The Golden Knights did not get much time to enjoy Round 1. That is fine because this time of year is not built for long celebrations. Vegas opens the second round Monday against the Anaheim Ducks at T-Mobile Arena, facing another fast, skilled team that can turn mistakes into pressure.

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Golden Knights Recall Dylan Coghlan

The Vegas Golden Knights have recalled defenseman Dylan Coghlan from their AHL affiliate, the Henderson Silver Knights. According to Jesse Granger of The Athletic, Jeremy Lauzon was not at Golden Knights practice today.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Dice City Sports / May 2

Golden Knights close out Utah in six as Marner, Hart power 5-1 clincher

The Golden Knights did not waste their second chance to end Utah’s season. Vegas beat the Utah Mammoth 5-1 on Friday at Delta Center, closing the first-round series in six games.

Mitch Marner News / Field Level Media / May 2

Mitch Marner tallies three points as Knights KO Mammoth in Game 6

Mitch Marner scored two goals and had an assist as the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Utah Mammoth 5-1 to clinch their first-round Western Conference playoff series in Game 6 on Friday in Salt Lake City.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Dice City Sports / May 1

MGM Has Provided an Update Regarding the Possibility of Hosting an NBA Franchise in Las Vegas

MGM Resorts remains in active discussions about bringing a potential NBA expansion team to Las Vegas. This is according to the company’s CEO. During Wednesday’s quarterly earnings call, Bill Hornbuckle provided an update on ongoing discussions with the league.

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / May 1

Golden Knights Have Been Stellar In This Exact Game 6 Scenario

(Photo Credit: @GoldenKnights on X/Twitter) The Golden Knights are no strangers to finding themselves deep in playoff series. Tonight’s Game 6 will be Vegas’ 11th in their nine-year history.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Dice City Sports / May 1

The Vegas Golden Knights Called Up Two Key Players From the Henderson Silver Knights for Game 4

The Vegas Golden Knights shook things up with a pair of exciting call-ups. They reached into their deep Henderson Silver Knights roster to bring up Trevor Connelly and Braeden Bowman.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 1

Jackson LaCombe’s emergence a painful reminder Edmonton passed on him

There were plenty of Anaheim Ducks who factored into their upset first-round series win over the back-to-back Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers, but none were more impactful in all facets of the game than Jackson LaCombe.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 1

Golden Knights Gameday Playoff Preview: Game 6 at the Mammoth

After a thrilling Game 5 victory, the Vegas Golden Knights are one win away from the second round. It is time for another Golden Knights’ Gameday Preview, but for the first time this series, we have an elimination game on our hands.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 30

Golden Knights Reassign Braeden Bowman, Trevor Connelly

The Vegas Golden Knights are giving their AHL affiliate some reinforcements for the Calder Cup playoffs. According to a team announcement, the Golden Knights have reassigned forwards Braeden Bowman and Trevor Connelly to the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 1

Misha Donskov to coach Canada’s men’s World Championship, World Junior teams

Canada has its man to run Team Canada for not just one, but two of the biggest tournaments in international hockey. On Thursday, Hockey Canada announced that Misa Donskov will be the head coach of the Canadian National Team for the 2026 and 2027 IIHF Men’s World Championship, as well as the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship.

Bruce Cassidy News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Bruce Cassidy open to coaching a Canadian team after Golden Knights firing

The hockey world was stunned when the Vegas Golden Knights fired Bruce Cassidy with eight games to go in the season. They hired John Tortorella, who has them on the doorstep of a playoff series win.

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Brett Howden News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Golden Knights’ Brett Howden ‘blacked out’ after Game 5 double OT winner vs. Mammoth

The Vegas Golden Knights took a 3-2 series lead over the Utah Mammoth in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday night. After being down 2-1 in the series, the Golden Knights took Game 4 in overtime to tie the series.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Dice City Sports / April 30

Golden Knights Edge Mammoth in Double Overtime Thriller, Take 3-2 Series Lead

LAS VEGAS — Brett Howden delivered in the biggest moment of the night. Howden scored a short-handed goal at 5:28 of double overtime to lift the Vegas Golden Knights to a dramatic 5-4 victory over the Utah Mammoth in Game 5, pushing Vegas one win away from advancing in their first-round playoff series.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 29

Golden Knights’ Gameday Playoff Preview: Game 5 vs. the Mammoth

Welcome to another Vegas Golden Knights’ Gameday Preview. After four games, the Golden Knights and the Utah Mammoth find themselves in a tied series. The series has become a best-of-five, with both teams just two wins away from the next round.

Bruce Cassidy News / NHL Trade Talk / April 29

Cassidy’s 'Canadian Cup' Line Gets People Talking

Former Vegas Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy saying he’d “love to win a Stanley Cup in a Canadian city” sounds harmless enough. Coaches talk big when they’re between jobs.

Bruce Cassidy News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 28

Bruce Cassidy opens up about shocking Golden Knights firing

The Vegas Golden Knights fired Bruce Cassidy with eight games left in the regular season, hiring John Tortorella as the head coach. They are now tied at two with the Utah Mammoth in the first round of the playoffs.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Daily Faceoff / April 28

Do the Golden Knights pivot to Adin Hill after shaky performances from Carter Hart?

Phew. That’s probably the collective reaction of Vegas Golden Knights fans after pulling out a 5-4 overtime victory on Monday against the Utah Mammoth to even their first-round series at 2-2 heading into a pivotal Game 5 on Wednesday.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 28

Golden Knights back in driver’s seat after tying series

After a dramatic victory, the Vegas Golden Knights seemingly have taken back the momentum in their first-round series. The Golden Knights were involved in a wild game against the Utah Mammoth in Game 4 of the Pacific Division Semifinals on Monday night.

Shea Theodore News / Field Level Media / April 28

Knights pull level with Mammoth on Shea Theodore's OT goal

Shea Theodore scored with 52 seconds remaining in overtime, giving the Vegas Golden Knights a 5-4 win over the Utah Mammoth in Game 4 of their first-round Western Conference playoff series on Monday in Salt Lake City.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 26

Golden Knights Recall Braeden Bowman, Trevor Connelly

The Golden Knights announced Sunday that they’ve recalled forward prospects Braeden Bowman and Trevor Connelly from AHL Henderson. Both will likely be

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 23

Golden Knights’ Gameday Playoff Preview: Game 3 vs. the Mammoth

Welcome to another Vegas Golden Knights Gameday Preview. After splitting the first two games at home, the Golden Knights now travel to Salt Lake City, where the Utah Mammoth will be hosting their inaugural playoff game since relocating in Game 3 of their first-round series.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 22