Morning Skate Report: June 8, 2023

The Vegas Golden Knights continue their quest as they take on the Florida Panthers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final on Thursday at 5 p.m. PT at FLA Live Arena. Vegas leads the series, 2-0.

BROADCAST INFORMATION
TV: TNT, TBS, truTV
Radio: FOX Sports Las Vegas 98.9/1340 | Deportes Vegas 1460
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WATCH PARTY
While the team is in Florida for Game 3 on Thursday, June 8, Stadium Swim at Circa Resort & Casino will once again open its doors to fans beginning at 2 p.m. PT, and puck drop for Game 3 is scheduled for 5 p.m. PT. Fans are encouraged to arrive in swimwear and paid seating at Stadium Swim can be reserved for fans that reach out directly to the venue. The game on TNT will be shown on Stadium Swim's 40-foot-tall HD screen and fans will be greeted by Chance and members of the VGK Cast. A pair of tickets to the team's next home game will be given away, as well as a cabana at Stadium Swim. Thursday's watch party is free for fans wearing VGK gear and all must be 21 or older to attend.

The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin will also host a watch party during Game 3 on Thursday for families and fans under the age of 21. Food trucks, drink stations and a retail truck will be outside during the free event. Fans are encouraged to bring their own blankets and towels to sit on at The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin. For more information on The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin's event, please visit this link.

SERIES AT A GLANCE
Game 1: Golden Knights 5, Panthers 2 | Highlights
Game 2: Golden Knights 7, Panthers 2 | Highlights
Game 3: Thu., June 8: Golden Knights at Panthers, 5 p.m. PT (TNT, TBS, truTV)
Game 4: Sat., June 10: Golden Knights at Panthers, 5 p.m. PT (TNT, TBS, truTV)
Game 5: \Tue., June 13: Panthers at Golden Knights, 5 p.m. PT (TNT, TBS, truTV)
Game 6: \Fri., June 16: Golden Knights at Panthers, 5 p.m. PT (TNT, TBS, truTV)
Game 7: \Mon., June 19: Panthers at Golden Knights, 5 p.m. PT (TNT, TBS, truTV)
* = If necessary*

LAST TIME OUT
Vegas had an offensive outburst in a 7-2 win against Florida in Game 2 on Monday night at T-Mobile Arena. Jonathan Marchessault, Alec Martinez, Nicolas Roy and Brett Howden scored four straight for the Golden Knights through two periods. Anton Lundell scored the first goal for the Panthers 14 seconds into the third, bringing the score to 4-1. Marchessault then scored his second goal of the game, followed by Michael Amadio to make it 6-1 Vegas. Halfway through the third, Matthew Tkachuk scored to make it 6-2. Howden scored his second goal of the game with three minutes remaining to make it a 7-2 final score for the Golden Knights.

PLAYOFF SCORING LEADERSGolden Knights:
Jack Eichel - 22 points (6G, 16A)
Jonathan Marchessault - 21 points (12G, 9A)
Chandler Stephenson - 17 points (8G, 9A)

Panthers:
Matthew Tkachuk - 22 points (10G, 12A)
Carter Verhaeghe - 15 points (6G, 9A)
Aleksander Barkov - 14 points (4G, 10A)

KEYS TO THE GAME
Copy and paste: Vegas has put together three very strong efforts in a row as the Golden Knights closed out Dallas with a 6-0 win before thumping Florida 5-2 and 7-2. Now in enemy territory, Vegas is expecting the Panthers to have their best game of the series so keeping the wagons rolling is essential.

On the road again: The Golden Knights have a 6-2 record on the road during the 2023 playoffs. It's always tough to play in an opposing team's playoff atmosphere, but Vegas has proved their composure in enemy territory. At least one win in Florid will be huge for momentum and one step closer to the ultimate goal.