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Golden Knights' Mitch Marner Speaks on Las Vegas Lifestyle and Jack Eichel Chemistry

The Vegas Golden Knights opened training camp Thursday with Mitch Marner skating in gold and black for the first time since his move from Canada. Marner, who completed a sign-and-trade deal to Vegas on July 1 and inked an eight-year, $96 million contract with the Golden Knights, arrives in Las Vegas as one of the NHL’s elite playmakers.

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Scoring Potential Of VGK’s Top Line Has Fans Excited For Opening Night

(Credit: Sportsnet) As Training camp opened, Golden Knights fans were teased with a fresh-looking lineup for the 2025-26 season. Of course, nothing is permanent this early into camp, but the sneak peek has Vegas fans eagerly waiting for the first official puck drop of the season.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Golden Knights Hold Out Injured Jack Eichel Amid Contract Uncertainty

The Vegas Golden Knights began training camp Thursday with star center Jack Eichel, but he couldn't complete a full day on the ice. Eichel skated in the first practice of Day 1, but he did not take part in the second session because of an issue that popped up during the first part of Thursday at camp.

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / September 19

Not Many (Any?) Spots Available In The Starting Lineup, Still Lots To Prove For Players At Training Camp

(Photo Credit: Rob Schneidmiller, Ice Time Southwest) This year’s Training Camp for the Golden Knights is not one of the more competitive ones we’ve seen over the past eight seasons.

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mitch Marner comes in at a perfect time for the Golden Knights

The Golden Knights were the last team to take down the Panthers at the biggest stage in the 2023 Stanley Cup, but they've hit a wall in the last two postseasons and need some support.

RFA Alex Holtz attends Golden Knights’ training camp on PTO while awaiting new contract

Auston Matthews calls Marner a ‘friend for life’ but says Maple Leafs have moved on

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

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

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 18

RFA Alex Holtz attends Golden Knights’ training camp on PTO while awaiting new contract

Right winger Alex Holtz still does not have a contract for the 2025-26 NHL season, but will be at Vegas Golden Knights training camp as the only RFA attending a preseason camp among the NHL’s 32 teams. The 23-year-old joins on a PTO until he and the club either come to an agreement or opt to part ways.

Bruce Cassidy News / SinBin / September 18

Cassidy Continues To Build Hall Of Fame Career In 4th Year With Vegas

(Photo Credit: TSN) This season, Bruce Cassidy will bump into some career milestones of his own. VGK’s bench boss is four victories away from 150 wins with the 31st franchise.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 17

Is Adrian Kempe looking for over $10 million a season?

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: Had reported earlier that Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe could be looking for $10 million on a contract extension with the Kings.

Jack Eichel News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Pierre LeBrun Describes 'Early Stages' of Jack Eichel's Golden Knights Contract Talks

Jack Eichel will open training camp without a new contract, but the Vegas Golden Knights and their franchise center appear headed toward an eventual deal.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 17

Maple Leafs may not need to look far for Mitch Marner replacement

The Toronto Maple Leafs face a challenge following Mitch Marner’s move to Las Vegas — but the answer might already be on the roster.

Matias Maccelli says his motivation is the highest it’s ever been upon joining Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs star makes bold contract demand, but deal not yet close

Maple Leafs defenseman could assume new role with Toronto next season

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?

The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz

Jack Eichel News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 17

Knights' Jack Eichel open to continuing extension talks during season

Oftentimes, big-name pending unrestricted free agents aren’t open to continuing negotiations on an extension once the puck drops on the regular season to avoid the off-ice distraction.

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / September 16

5 Items To Watch When Training Camp Opens

(Photo Credit: Ken Boehlke, SinBin.vegas) Training Camp will officially get underway this week, with on-ice practices set to start on Thursday morning.

Vegas Golden Knights News / SinBin / September 15

Takeaways From The Rookie Games In Colorado

Over the weekend, the Golden Knights prospects took the ice at the South Suburban Sports Complex in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. VGK’s rookies put forth a pair of excellent performances as a team, walking away with a pair of wins, 8-1 over Utah and 3-2 over Colorado.

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Vegas Golden Knights News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

3 Most Interesting Storylines Heading Into Golden Knights Training Camp

Hockey is finally back. After a long summer, the Vegas Golden Knights opened the 2025 Rookie Showcase in Denver, Colorado, signaling the unofficial start of the new season.

Jack Eichel News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Jack Eichel's Potential Golden Knights Extension Could Match Biggest NHL Contract

Jack Eichel has made clear he wants to remain with the Vegas Golden Knights, and The Athletic's Chris Johnston believes his next contract could be among the biggest in NHL history.

Mitch Marner News / Last Word On Sports / September 14

Vegas Golden Knights Superstar Mitch Marner 2025-26 Point Projection

Today we bring you a check in on Western Conference with a journey to the desert. Who was a previous Toronto Maple Leaf superstar, what Marner will give us in 2025-26 for the Golden Knights, it’s really quite the anomaly.

Vegas Golden Knights News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 13

Vegas Golden Knights’ top breakout candidates for 2025-26 season

The Vegas Golden Knights are coming off an important offseason that saw the team add the biggest free agent available. The team acquired Mitch Marner via sign-and-trade from the Toronto Maple Leafs just before free agency was set to open.

Joe Fleming News / SinBin / September 13

Rare Positon Change For 22-Year-Old VGK Prospect

(Photo Credit: @SilverKnights on Instagram) If you’ve ever been to a hockey game in which Joe Fleming is on one of the teams, you’ll be sure to notice him.

Jack Eichel News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 12

Golden Knights’ Jack Eichel drops truth bomb ahead of contract season

The Vegas Golden Knights head into another season with Stanley Cup aspirations. After a disappointing second-round exit last year, they have reloaded for a run at their second championship.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 11

Jack Eichel not worried an extension hasn't been worked out

Dan Rosen of NHL.com: Vegas Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel is entering the final year of his eight-year, $80 million contract. Both sides are hoping an extension can get worked out.

Jack Eichel News / Athlon Sports / September 11

Jack Eichel Breaks Silence on Golden Knights Future

As the Vegas Golden Knights prepare for a new season filled with high expectations, the front office is also dealing with another matter. That would be the impending free agency of star Jack Eichel, who is entering the season on the final year of his current contract.