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Eric Cruikshank

Eric is a recent graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University's Sport Media Program and is covering the Vegas Golden Knights with The Hockey Writers. He's been covering hockey for nearly five years, previously writing for Editor in Leaf covering the Toronto Maple Leafs on Fansided, as well as Mile High Hockey covering the Colorado Avalanche on SB Nation.

3 Potential Destinations for Golden Knights’ Jonathan Marchessault

Eric Cruikshank | June 6, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights have yet to offer Jonathan Marchessault a contract, and based on recent comments, the 33-year-old is becoming increasingly frustrated with the lack of interest from his…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Detroit Red Wings, Editor's Choice, Montreal Canadiens, Vegas Golden Knights

Brisson Could Push for Roster Spot With Golden Knights in 2024-25

Eric Cruikshank | May 24, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights have not held on to a lot of their draft picks since they joined the NHL. In order to keep their competitive window open as long…

Categories Golden Knights Prospects, Vegas Golden Knights

Vegas Golden Knights’ 2024 Draft Targets

Eric Cruikshank | May 15, 2024

It’s rare for the Vegas Golden Knights to be focusing on their offseason this early, but after being eliminated by the Dallas Stars in Game 7 of their first round…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, Vegas Golden Knights

Hill and Hanifin’s Heroic Efforts Keep the Golden Knights Alive

Eric Cruikshank | May 4, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights managed to keep their season alive after a tightly contested 2-0 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game Six of their first-round series. Related: Golden Knights…

Categories Dallas Stars, Vegas Golden Knights

3 Standout Stats From the Golden Knights’ Opening Playoff Games

Eric Cruikshank | April 27, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights have gotten off to a great start in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, winning both games on the road against the Dallas Stars, taking a 2-0…

Categories Dallas Stars, Vegas Golden Knights

3 Keys to Success for the Golden Knights in First Round vs Stars

Eric Cruikshank | April 20, 2024

For the third time in the last five seasons, the Vegas Golden Knights and Dallas Stars will be facing off in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Last season the Golden Knights…

Categories Dallas Stars, Vegas Golden Knights

How Noah Hanifin’s Extension Affects the Golden Knights’ Future

Eric Cruikshank | April 12, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights announced Thursday afternoon that Noah Hanifin had agreed to an eight-year, $58 million extension. The first six years will have a full no-trade clause, while the…

Categories Golden Knights Management, Vegas Golden Knights

Golden Knights’ Lack of Discipline Leads to Loss vs Canucks

Eric Cruikshank | April 9, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights dropped their fourth and final meeting against the Vancouver Canucks to split the season series, coming up just short and losing 4-3 on Monday night. This…

Categories Vancouver Canucks, Vegas Golden Knights

Golden Knights’ Explosive Offense Leads to Win Over Canucks

Eric Cruikshank | April 3, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights picked up their third straight win in dominant fashion after defeating the Pacific Division-leading Vancouver Canucks 6-3 on Tuesday evening. The Golden Knights have won five…

Categories Vegas Golden Knights

Thompson & Marchessault Elevate Golden Knights Past Blues

Eric Cruikshank | March 26, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights managed to pick up a huge two points after a late response from the St. Louis Blues, winning 2-1 in overtime in the first half of…

Categories St Louis Blues, Vegas Golden Knights

Evaluating the Golden Knights’ Pending Free Agent Decisions

Eric Cruikshank | March 16, 2024

After an eventful trade deadline for the Vegas Golden Knights, things have begun to trend in the right direction. Following a stretch between Feb. 12 and March 7 where they…

Categories Free Agents, Vegas Golden Knights

Breaking Down the Golden Knights’ Ideal Trade Deadline Strategy

Eric Cruikshank | March 5, 2024

The Vegas Golden Knights’ mindset for the upcoming trade deadline has likely changed pretty drastically over the past few weeks. With just two wins in their last nine games, they’ve…

Categories Trade Deadline, Vegas Golden Knights
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