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Recapping the Golden Knights’ Moves on Day 1 of Free Agency

The first day of NHL free agency was productive for the Vegas Golden Knights, even if it wasn’t flashy. While General Manager Kelly McCrimmon spent most of the day reinforcing Vegas’ depth with a wave of affordable contracts, he also secured one of the newest cornerstone players by signing defenseman Rasmus Andersson to a long-term extension.

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Sports Billionaire Aiming to Acquire the Las Vegas NBA Franchise Has Finalized a $60 Million Deal

Consistent profits are virtually assured each season due to the NBA’s salary caps, collective bargaining, and revenue sharing. Additionally, team values continue to rise.

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / July 2

Golden Knights Take Another Chance On Vegas Vic

(Photo Credit: @NHL on X/Twitter) In the summer of 2024, the Golden Knights were searching to replace the 42 goals scored by Jonathan Marchessault after departing for Nashville in free agency.

Alex Pietrangelo News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Golden Knights Place Alex Pietrangelo On LTIR For 2026-27

The end of the 2025-26 season cleared the Vegas Golden Knights’ long-term injured reserve. That forced former alternate captain Alex Pietrangelo back onto the main roster list, a move that Vegas reversed on July 1st.

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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Golden Knights bring back key playoff contributor on two-year deal

The Vegas Golden Knights were defeated in the Stanley Cup Final by the Carolina Hurricanes, and it’s already a guarantee that next season’s roster is going to look different than the squad that skated off the ice at T-Mobile Arena last month in defeat.

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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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Lavoie, Heinola among 11 Golden Knights signings

The Vegas Golden Knights have added a few more depth players to their organization on the opening day of NHL free agency. Along with the signings of defensemen

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Golden Knights sign Victor Olofsson, Dylan Coghlan to contracts

The Vegas Golden Knights are in tight against the upper limit of the NHL salary cap, but general manager Kelly McCrimmon continues to land players on low-cost deals to make the situation work.

Tanner Laczynski News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Tanner Laczynski signs three-year extension with Golden Knights

The Vegas Golden Knights signed forward Tanner Laczynski to a three-year, $2.7-million contract that will have a cap hit of $900,000 through the 2028-29 season.

Colton Sissons News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Leafs sign Colton Sissons to two-year contract

A veteran centerman is heading to The Six. As NHL free agency opened on Wednesday, the Toronto Maple Leafs signed forward Colton Sissons to a two-year contract.

Rasmus Andersson News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Golden Knights Sign Rasmus Andersson to 7-Year Extension

The Vegas Golden Knights have signed defenseman Rasmus Andersson to a seven-year contract extension. According to Elliotte Friedman, the deal is worth $8.5 million per season.

Jonas Rondbjerg News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Golden Knights sign Jonas Rondbjerg to one-year contract

The Vegas Golden Knights are keeping one of their longtime depth forwards in the organization. On Wednesday, the Golden Knights signed winger Jonas Rondbjerg to a one-year, two-way contract extension.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30

Golden Knights sign veteran defenseman Jeremy Lauzon to six-year extension

The Vegas Golden Knights have signed defenseman Jeremy Lauzon to a six-year extension.

Golden Knights, Penguins swap Kaeden Korczak, Parker Wotherspoon

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Jeremy Lauzon News / Daily Faceoff / June 30

Golden Knights sign Jeremy Lauzon to six-year contract extension

A year full of players who could have been free agents on July 1, 2026 taking their names off the market by signing contract extensions rolled on Tuesday night, even with just over 12 hours until 12:00 PM Eastern Wednesday, when unrestricted free agency begins.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

5 Free Agents the Golden Knights Should Target

The Vegas Golden Knights are rarely afraid to make a splash in free agency, but this summer may require a different approach. After a run to the Stanley

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30

Golden Knights, Penguins swap Kaeden Korczak, Parker Wotherspoon

According to an announcement from the Vegas Golden Knights, the defending Western Conference champions have traded defenseman Kaedan Korczak to the Pittsburgh Penguins for defenseman Parker Wotherspoon.

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Action Network / June 30

Las Vegas Tourism Decline: New Data Shows Signs of Recovery in 2026

Las Vegas tourism has been under pressure over the past year, but new data from May 2026 suggests the city may be starting to recover. After a very noticeable drop in visitors throughout 2025, the latest numbers show modest growth, stronger spending, and a rebound driven by events and conventions.

Akira Schmid News / NHL Trade Talk / June 29

Golden Knights Trade Akira Schmid to Panthers: Bigger Move Coming?

The Vegas Golden Knights have once again made an intriguing offseason move, sending goaltender Akira Schmid to the Florida Panthers in exchange for a 2028 third-round draft pick.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Dice City Sports / June 29

The Battle For Vegas Event Raised $250,000 for Local Charities

The seventh annual Battle For Vegas united prominent Las Vegas athletes. The event generated $250,000 for local charities and offered attendees an engaging evening at Las Vegas Ballpark.

Carl Lindbom News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Golden Knights Sign Carl Lindbom to 3-Year Extension

The Vegas Golden Knights have secured another piece of their future in net, signing goaltender Carl Lindbom to a three-year contract extension with an average annual value of $900,000 through the 2028-29 season.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Dice City Sports / June 27

Golden Knights trade Dorofeyev as draft reset begins

The Vegas Golden Knights did not ease into the offseason. Less than two weeks after their Stanley Cup Final loss to Carolina, the Golden Knights traded one of their best young scorers and turned the first round of the NHL Draft into a reset of their draft board.

Pavel Dorofeyev News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26

Rangers acquire Pavel Dorofeyev in surprise trade

The New York Rangers have made a notable addition to their forward group, acquiring Pavel Dorofeyev in a trade.

Jason Robertson reportedly rejected $120M offer from Kraken, nixing blockbuster trade

Can NHL teams turn to restricted free-agent market for relief?

With Alex Tuch off the market, who will be the best player to reach NHL free agency?

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Yardbarker / June 18

Golden Knights name replacement for John Tortorella

Golden Knights name Ryan Craig as replacement for John Tortorella after Stanley Cup Final loss; is he the right man for the job?

Former Golden Knights HC Gerard Gallant hired Craig as an assistant shortly before the team's inaugural 2017-18 season. He remained in that role under three different HCs for six seasons.

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Jack Eichel had an all-time quote addressing Golden Knights haters

Matthew Knies trade talk resurfaces amid Maple Leafs' deal with Flyers

Sabres pull off trade to move up in 2026 NHL Draft after magical season

Vegas Golden Knights News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17

Jack Eichel had an all-time quote addressing Golden Knights haters

Schadenfreude is widespread in the hockey world after the Vegas Golden Knights lost the 2026 Stanley Cup Final to the Carolina Hurricanes. As one of the most hated teams in the NHL, the Golden Knights’ downfall has given their detractors a reason to celebrate.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 15

Golden Knights got the full John Tortorella experience

With eight games remaining in the 2025-26 regular season, the Vegas Golden Knights decided they needed a new voice behind their bench.

Oilers first overall pick Taylor Hall wins Stanley Cup with Hurricanes

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NHL News / Yardbarker / June 15

Winners, losers from Game 6 of Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes clinch title with dominant performance

After so many deep playoff runs that just fell short, and after so many postseason disappointments, the Carolina Hurricanes are once again Stanley Cup champions.

Hurricanes storm past Golden Knights in Game 6

Golden Knights got the full John Tortorella experience

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NHL News / Yardbarker / June 12