The Vegas Golden Knights (2-0-2) battle the Boston Bruins (3-1-0) for the first matchup against an Eastern Conference team on Thursday at 7 p.m. at T-Mobile Arena.
BROADCAST INFORMATION
TV: Scripps Sports (The Spot-Vegas 34 in Vegas; full network)
Streaming: KnightTime+
Radio: FOX Sports Las Vegas 98.9/1340
NOTES
Jack Eichel extended his season-opening point streak to four games, totaling nine points (4G, 5A) through the first week. Eichel already holds the longest season-opening point streak (five games) in franchise history, tied with Mark Stone in the 2024-25 and 2020-21 seasons.
Stone is tied for the league lead in assists with six helpers through four games this season. He's tied with Nick Suzuki, Alex DeBrincat and Evgeni Malkin. His six assists through four games ties Eichel's franchise record for assists through four games to start a season (2024-25).
VGK LOCALS MENU
The Vegas Golden Knights and Levy have introduced an all-new VGK Locals Menu that is available at all Vegas Golden Knights home games for the 25-26 season. The VGK Locals Menu now features popcorn, fountain soda, bottled water, pretzels, nachos and hot dogs for $5.50 per item.
In addition to these six items, VGK Season Ticket Members will receive 10% off all concession items, including the VGK Locals Menu. Season Ticket Members can redeem the offer by showing their STM identifier embedded in the AXS app at checkout. Further, Premium guests will enjoy a 10% discount on the Chef’s Table at Goose Island as well as the delectable dessert carts on the suite level. The full VGK Locals Menu, which launched October 8 at Opening Knight, is available at nine concession stands at T-Mobile Arena, while multiple items are available at 24 different locations throughout the building . For the exact locations visit the VGK Locals Menu homepage. Fans do not need to show ID to redeem the offer, as the menu was created FOR locals and will be shared with all fans.
VGK MILESTONE WATCH
Reilly Smith – Two points away from 300 points as a Golden Knight
William Karlsson – Three points away from 400 points as a Golden Knight
Brett Howden – Seven points away from 100 points as a Golden Knight
CAREER MILESTONE WATCH
Tomas Hertl – One assist away from 300 career assists
Tomas Hertl – Five games away from 800 career games
Colton Sissons – Five goals away from 100 career goals
Colton Sissons – Six games away from 700 career games
Ivan Barbashev – Seven points away from 300 career points
VGK SCORING LEADERS
Jack Eichel – 9 points (4G, 5A)
Mark Stone – 6 points (0G, 6A)
Pavel Dorofeyev – 5 points (5G, 0A)
Mitch Marner – 4 points (0G, 4A)
Ivan Barbashev – 3 points (1G, 2A)
Tomas Hertl – 3 points (1G, 2A)
BY THE NUMBERS
9 – No. 9 Jack Eichel gained a total of nine points (4G, 5A) through the first week of the regular season.
15 – Brayden McNabb is tied for the league lead in blocked shots with a total of 15.
60 – The Golden Knights picked up their first regulation win on Tuesday in a 4-2 victory in Calgary, scoring four goals in 60 minutes.
LAST TIME OUT
The Golden Knights beat the Calgary Flames with a final score of 4-2 on Tuesday night at Scotiabank Saddledome. Jack Eichel scored twice in the win, including Vegas' first goal to make it a 2-1 game and the go-ahead goal in the third period. Kaedan Korczak scored his first goal of the season early in the third period to tie the game. Tomas Hertl's empty-net goal was his first of the season and sealed the win for the Golden Knights. Mitch Marner (2A) had a multi-point game while Akira Schmid stopped all 19 shots that came his way in relief of Adin Hill.
2024-25 SEASON SERIES
Vegas won both matchups against the Boston Bruins in the 2024-25 regular season. The teams first met on Feb. 8 at TD Garden, where the Golden Knights beat the Bruins with a final score of 4-3. Mark Stone and Tomas Hertl both scored power-play goals, with Hertl scoring the game-winner. Zach Whitecloud and Pavel Dorofeyev each scored an even-strength goal for Vegas. Jack Eichel and Shea Theodore each added two assists to their record during the game. The Golden Knights continued their momentum at home on March 20, with a 5-1 win over the Bruins at T-Mobile Arena. Dorofeyev picked up his second hat trick of the season while Brett Howden and Ivan Barbashev sealed the win for the Golden Knights with points in the final frame. Noah Hanifin, Brandon Saad and Eichel each picked up two assists in this matchup. In both contests, Dorofeyev (4G) was the top goal scorer with multi-point games, and Eichel (4A) led in assists through the series.
OPPOSITION UPDATE
The Boston Bruins enter Thursday's game in Vegas with a 3-1-0 record and six points in the standings. The Bruins opened their season with a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals, beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 in overtime, and found a 3-1 win against the Buffalo Sabres. In the most recent game, Boston fell 4-3 in a home contest to the Tampa Bay Lightning. David Pastrnak (1G, 4A) and Pavel Zacha (1G, 4A) are tied for the team lead with five points each in four games.
PACIFIC DIVISION STANDINGS
Vegas Golden Knights – 2-0-2, 6 points
Edmonton Oilers – 2-0-1, 5 points
Seattle Kraken – 2-0-1, 5 points
Anaheim Ducks – 2-1-0, 4 points
Los Angeles Kings – 1-2-1, 3 points
Vancouver Canucks – 1-2-0, 2 points
San Jose Sharks – 0-1-2, 2 points
Calgary Flames – 1-4-0, 2 points
A VEGAS VICTORY WOULD…
- Mark the 364th win in franchise history
- Give the Golden Knights a 7-7-1 all-time record against Boston
KEYS TO THE GAME
Pucks on net: Head Coach Bruce Cassidy said after Tuesday's win that the team is focused on getting pucks to the net from everywhere and using their positioning to be ready for deflections and rebounds.
Continue the forecheck: The Golden Knights found their rhythm in the second and third frames on Tuesday with a strong forecheck. Head Coach Bruce Cassidy explained that this pressure allowed the team to stay in the offensive zone and create turnovers, leading to Kaedan Korczak’s game-tying goal.
