The win came at a cost, as defenseman Nate Schmidt was injured in a knee-on-knee collision in the first period and had to be helped to the locker room.
David Schoen
Reporter: Golden Knights, NHL
Email: dschoen@reviewjournal.com
Phone: (702) 387-5203
David Schoen covers the Vegas Golden Knights/NHL and the World Series of Poker for the Review-Journal. Prior to arriving at the R-J in 2008, the Southern California native was a reporter and editor at the Oakland (Calif.) Tribune and Wisconsin State Journal. A University of Wisconsin graduate, he enjoys golf, Arsenal Football Club, and Ed Hochuli's lengthy penalty explanations.
The Golden Knights begin the regular season Wednesday, as they host rival San Jose at T-Mobile Arena.
We’ve compiled two seasons worth of Golden Knights trivia and come up with 15 questions that will test your knowledge of the local hockey team.
In a mere two years, the Knights and San Jose Sharks have developed a mutual hatred for each other while sparring for superiority in the Pacific Division.
The Review-Journal asked Golden Knights players for their opinions on one another’s style and cooking abilities, and the answers did not disappoint.
After landing with the Golden Knights at the trade deadline in February and signing an eight-year contract extension, the right wing finally has the long-term security he craved.
The Golden Knights’ blueprint reached warp speed faster than anyone in the organization expected. The team enters Year 3 with lofty expectations and zero regrets.
Jonathan Marchessault and Reilly Smith each had a goal and an assist, and the Golden Knights closed the preseason with a 5-1 victory over San Jose on Sunday.
The Golden Knights conclude the preseason Sunday when they host the San Jose Sharks at T-Mobile Arena.
The 58-year-old, who was promoted from assistant GM on Sept. 1, is known for his keen scouting eye. But for 30 years, he’s built hockey teams around high-character people.
The rookie admits it’s difficult to not look ahead at the possibility of making the opening-night roster. He’s competing with Jake Bischoff and Jimmy Schuldt for at least one roster spot.
Marc-Andre Fleury is expected to start in net Friday when the Golden Knights host the Los Angeles Kings in a preseason game at T-Mobile Arena.
The rugged winger, who suffered an undisclosed injury during offseason training, was a full participant at Thursday’s practice.
Matt Calvert had a goal and an assist to help the Colorado Avalanche defeat the Golden Knights 4-1 in a preseason game Wednesday at T-Mobile Arena.
The Golden Knights open a three-game homestand Wednesday when they host the Colorado Avalanche in a preseason game at T-Mobile Arena.
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