Vegas Golden Knights: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Golden Knights Top Goal Scorer Injured: Will Miss Game 6

The Vegas Golden Knights have a chance to put the Minnesota Wild away in Game 6, but now they'll be missing one of their top players. While many expected the Vegas Golden Knights to steamroll the Minnesota Wild in their first-round matchup, it has been highly competitive, but now, they'll look to wrap this series up in Game Six in Minnesota.

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Golden Knights Uniquely Positioned To Survive Loss Of Leading Goal-Scorer

(Photo Credit: SinBin.vegas Photographer Brandon Andreasen) Tonight, the Golden Knights will look to close out the Minnesota Wild and win their 12th series as an NHL franchise in eight seasons.

Pavel Dorofeyev News / Daily Faceoff / May 1

Golden Knights’ Pavel Dorofeyev will miss Game 6, out day-to-day

As the Vegas Golden Knights look to close out their opening-round series versus the Minnesota Wild on Thursday, the club will have to do so without forward Pavel Dorofeyev in the lineup.

NHL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Pavel Dorofeyev News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Golden Knights get murky injury update on Pavel Dorofeyev for Game 6 vs. Wild

The Vegas Golden Knights beat the Minnesota Wild in overtime again on Tuesday night. With the two straight sudden-death victories, Vegas has Minnesota on the brink.

NHL News / Yardbarker

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

It seems the NHL is in a good place. Ratings are up, talent levels are high, and the league added two teams to get up to 32 in the not-too-distant past.

Forgotten NHL players from the 1980s

20 NHL players from the 1990s you probably forgot about

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / April 30

Golden Knights’ Biggest Advantage In The Series Came Through In Game 5

(Photo Credit: SinBin.vegas Photographer Brandon Andreasen) Before the series started, there were plenty of places to look to find where the Golden Knights had an edge over the Minnesota Wild.

Brett Howden News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Golden Knights’ Brett Howden’s big message to fans after Game 5 OT goal vs. Wild

The Vegas Golden Knights are one win away from advancing, and they have Brett Howden to thank for that. In an electric Game 5 that had all the intensity of playoff hockey, Howden delivered in overtime, scoring the game-winning goal just 4:04 into the extra period to give Vegas a 3–2 win over the Minnesota Wild.

Brett Howden News / Field Level Media / April 30

Brett Howden lifts Knights to OT win over Wild

Brett Howden scored at 4:05 of overtime to give the Vegas Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild in Game 5 of the Western Conference first round on Tuesday night in Las Vegas.

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / April 29

Unveiling New Power Duo On The Top Line Is Risky At This Time Of The Year

(Photo Credit: SinBin.vegas Photographer Brandon Andreasen) The Golden Knights’ Stanley Cup champion head coach knew before Game 4 he might have to dip into his bag of tricks.

Jack Eichel News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Golden Knights’ Jack Eichel vocal on offensive struggles in Wild series

The Vegas Golden Knights picked up a big Game 4 win over the Minnesota Wild on Saturday. This win drew the two teams level at two games apiece. Entering Game 5, this series could certainly go either way.

Jack Eichel News / SinBin / April 28

Jack Eichel’s Impact In Game 5 Could Determine Series Outcome

(Photo Credit: SinBin.vegas Photographer Brandon Andreasen) Tomorrow night, the Golden Knights will have a chance to take a 3-2 series lead over the Minnesota Wild.

Ivan Barbashev News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 27

Ivan Barbashev sends fans into frenzy after hero moment vs. Wild

The Vegas Golden Knights fans love Ivan Barbashev for his performance in the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs, which led to the team’s first title. He did it again on Saturday night with an overtime winning goal.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 26

Vegas wins in OT to even series with Wild

Ivan Barbashev chipped in a rebound at the 17:26 mark of overtime to give the Vegas Golden Knights a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild in Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round series Saturday afternoon in Saint Paul, Minn.

Mark Stone News / Blade of Steel / April 26

Vegas' Mark Stone Suffers Facial Injury from Brutal High Stick

Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone needed to leave the game for repairs after he was struck with a high stick from Wild rookie defenseman Zeev Buium, drawing blood.

Pavel Dorofeyev News / Daily Faceoff / April 22

Golden Knights’ Pavel Dorofeyev is one of the NHL’s most underrated players

Vegas Golden Knights forward Pavel Dorofeyev racked up 35 goals and 52 points in 82 games this past season, eclipsing the 30-goal plateau for the first time in his career.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21

Wild recall eight players as Black Aces

According to a team announcement, the Minnesota Wild have recalled eight players to serve as Black Aces for the team’s playoff run. The players are forwards Travis Boyd, Brendan Gaunce, Hunter Haight, Ben Jones, and Liam Ohgren, defensemen Cameron Crotty and Carson Lambos, and goaltender Samuel Hlavaj.

Brett Howden News / Field Level Media / April 21

Brett Howden (two goals) helps Knights get past Wild

Brett Howden scored two goals, including the game-winner early in the third period, and the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Minnesota Wild 4-2 in Game 1 of the Western Conference first-round series on Sunday night in Las Vegas.

Bruce Cassidy News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Golden Knights' Bruce Cassidy Sends Message Ahead of Playoff Opener vs Wild

The Vegas Golden Knights are gearing up for their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Wild. Vegas holds home ice advantage entering the series, giving them a slight edge over Minnesota.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Yardbarker / April 17

Golden Knights make some well-disciplined NHL history

Penalties were down to an historically low level during the 2024-25 NHL season all across the league. The one team that benefitted from that the most was the Vegas Golden Knights.

Golden Knights head into playoffs after topping Canucks

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Vegas Golden Knights News / House of Hockey / April 17

Controversy Emerges in Vegas After NHL is Caught Showing Favouritism

There have been plenty of accusations of favoritism toward the Golden Knights in recent years, and now their critics have even more fuel for their argument.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Dice City Sports / April 15

Golden Knights forwards nominated for major NHL awards

The Vegas Golden Knights have their sights set on hoisting another Stanley Cup in June, but two of their best players have been nominated for two prominent awards.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 15

2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Stars vs. Avalanche playoff preview

Dallas Stars: 2nd in Central Division, 106 points* Colorado Avalanche: 3rd in Central Division, 102 points *one game remaining TBD The 2 vs. 3 playoff format has its share of criticisms.

Alexander Holtz News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 10

Golden Knights recall former No. 7 pick from AHL

After spending the last two months in the minors, Alexander Holtz is getting another NHL shot.

Vegas Golden Knights News / House of Hockey / April 9

Vegas Golden Knights Face Crisis Ahead of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Involving Key Players

The Vegas Golden Knights are dealing with a lot of injuries right now, and it is happening at the worst possible time, as the playoffs are nearing. Vegas Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel is day-to-day with an upper-body injury after missing Tuesday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Colorado Avalanche.

Jackson Hallum News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2

Golden Knights sign Michigan forward to two-year deal

The Vegas Golden Knights have finally put pen to paper with 2020 third-round draft pick Jackson Hallum.

Golden Knights provide huge update on first-round pick

Poor second sinks Golden Knights in 3-2 loss to Oilers

Who is the greatest head coach in every NHL team's history?

Can you name every player selected in the Vegas Golden Knights expansion draft?

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 15

Golden Knights' attempt at revenge goal for Jack Eichel backfires

Watch: Golden Knights lose game after trying to get revenge goal for Jack Eichel

The Vegas Golden Knights dropped a 4-3 shootout decision to the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday afternoon, a result that had to be frustrating enough for the Golden Knights given that Buffalo is one of the league's worst teams.

Jack Eichel sets Golden Knights’ single season points record

Golden Knights sign steady goaltender to six-year extension

Every Hart Trophy winner of the NHL's Expansion Era

Can you name every player selected in the Vegas Golden Knights expansion draft?