Nosek is a valuable member of the Golden Knights. He can play center or wing and move up and down the lineup as well as being an effective penalty killer. He's versatile but more importantly he than being able to do a lot of things is the level at which he can do them. Nosek is both quantity and quality.
The one question mark about Vegas this season has been its bottom six but a fourth line resurgence of late has gone a long way in supplying an answer.
The trio of Nosek, Carrier and Reaves has totaled six goals and seven assists over the last 10 games and they are currently on a three-game goal streak and four-game point streak.
The recent point production, however, doesn't come from an emphasis on offense.
"We're not looking for goals but we'll take them if they come," said Carrier, following Nosek's goal in a 4-1 win against the LA Kings on Monday night.
The line has simplified its game in the neutral zone and focused mainly on a chip and chase approach to gaining the offensive blue line. When they place the puck properly and can get all three players on top of the opposition in a quick manner, they win the puck and keep it. The result is a long shift deep in the offensive zone. They've been able to generate offense as well as draw penalties.
Vegas is hoping to be a Stanley Cup contender and has split its first six regular season games with the Colorado Avalanche, who rely on speed and mobility like few other teams. The Golden Knights will need their fourth line to be effective and to wear down the Avs D core. The upswing of late from this group has been a promising development for Vegas.
