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The Vegas Golden Knights joined the NHL in 2017 as the league’s first expansion team since 2000 when the Columbus Blue Jackets and Minnesota Wild started operations. The Golden Knights broke the mold for expansion franchises by winning their division and reaching the Stanley Cup Final in their inaugural season. It was the most successful debut season for an expansion franchise in the history of North American professional sports. Although they lost that series to the Washington Capitals, the Golden Knights followed it up with five playoff appearances in their first six seasons. They won their first Stanley Cup in 2023. 

Stars Even Series With 4-2 Win Over Golden Knights
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On Monday night, the visiting team won their fourth game of the Western Conference Quarter-Final matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Vegas Golden Knights, with the Stars pulling out a 4-2 win at T-Mobile Arena. The victory evened the series at 2-2 between the top seed in the West and the bottom wildcard team. Star’s fourth liner, Ty Dellandrea, broke the 2-2 tie in the final two minutes of the second period with another shot that snuck in under the crossbar on Logan Thompson at 18:34. He gave the visitors their first lead since the early stages of the…

Projected Lineups for the Stars vs Golden Knights – Game 4
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The Dallas Stars take on the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena tonight for Game 4 of their first round series. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents and others. Related: 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Hub (1C) STARS at (2WC) GOLDEN KNIGHTS Western Conference First Round, Game 4 9:30 p.m. ET; SCRIPPS, BSSW, ESPN, SN, TVAS Vegas leads best-of-7 series 2-1 Stars projected lineup Jason Robertson — Roope Hintz — Wyatt Johnston Jamie Benn — Matt Duchene — Logan Stankoven Evgenii Dadonov — Tyler Seguin — Joe Pavelski Craig Smith — Sam Steel — Ty Dellandrea Thomas…

Today in Hockey History: April 28
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This date has given us a little bit of everything over the years, including some very late regular-season games as well as Stanley Cup Playoff milestones. Also, one of the greatest blueliners in National Hockey League history is celebrating his 53rd trip around the sun today. The THW time machine is warmed up and ready to take us on a journey through the decades to relive all the best moments April 28 has given us. Goalie Power On April 28, 1970, Jacques Plante recorded his 14th and final career postseason shutout. He led the way in the St. Louis Blues’…

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2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket
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Follow every game of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs with insightful opinions, highlights, and breaking news. Whether your favorite team is battling for the most coveted trophy in professional sports, or you are a fan looking to cheer on former players chasing their dream in another jersey, this is the…

 

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Golden Knights FAQ

What year were the Vegas Golden Knights founded?

The Vegas Golden Knights joined the NHL in 2017 as the league’s first expansion team since 2000.

When did the Vegas Golden Knights play their first game?

The Golden Knights played their first game on Oct. 6, 2017. They played the Dallas Stars and won 2-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights?

Bruce Cassidy is the current head coach for the Vegas Golden Knights.