Jonathan Marchessault Set For Contract Talks With Golden Knights

Vegas Golden Knights winger Jonathan Marchessault is set to begin contract discussions with the team. According to NHL insider David Pagnotta, the Golden Knights have made extending Marchessault a "priority" this offseason. The news comes just a few days after Marchessault noted that he's yet to receive a call from the club regarding a potential […]

Adin Hill Back In Goal Friday

Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill will be between the pipes for Friday's must-win Game 6 against the Dallas Stars. Logan Thompson started the first four games of the series but Hill was in net for Wednesday's 3-2 loss in Game 5. Vegas won the first two games of the series in Dallas but have […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks (4/30/24): Today's Top NHL DFS Lineups

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DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks (4/29/24): NHL DFS Lineups

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William Karlsson Doesn't Skate, Expected To Play Game 3

Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson didn't participate in Saturday's morning skate but head coach Bruce Cassidy is anticipating that the Swede will still suit up for Game 3 against the Dallas Stars Saturday night. The nature of any ailment is unknown but Karlsson skated just 13:31 in the team's 3-1 Game 2 win on […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks (4/27/24): Today's Top NHL DFS Lineups

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Nicolas Hague Not Ready To Return On Saturday

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Nicolas Hague (lower body) will miss Saturday's Game 3 against the Stars. He suffered a lower-body injury in the series opener on Monday. Hague had 12 points (two goals, 10 assists) in 73 games during the regular season, with 111 blocks and 153 hits. He led the Vegas blue line with […]

Jack Eichel Makes NHL History In Game 2 Win

Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel picked up two points in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Dallas, becoming the fastest U.S.-born player in NHL history to reach 30 career postseason points. Eichel skated in his 23rd Stanley Cup Playoffs game and helped out offensively with an assist and an empty-net goal. He was also tied for […]

Logan Thompson Heads Out For Another Win Wednesday

Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Logan Thompson will look to post a fourth consecutive win in Wednesday's Game 2 against the Dallas Stars. After closing out the regular season with back-to-back victories, Thompson saved 26 of 29 shots in Game 1 against the Stars, helping Vegas to a sweet 4-3 road win. This was Thompson's first […]

Nicolas Hague Out For Vegas On Wednesday

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Nicholas Hague is out for Wednesday's Game 2 of the team's first-round series against the Dallas Stars, according to head coach Bruce Cassidy. No specific reason was given and Hague is listed as day-to-day. The hulking 6-foot-6 defender doesn't contribute much on offense with two goals and 12 points across 73 […]

Free NHL Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (04/24/24)

There isn't something quite like postseason hockey. It's amazing how high the intensity rises when you're playing for keeps. No disrespect to the grind of an 82-game regular season, but the playoffs are a different animal. Let's dive into tonight's three-game postseason slate and see where the value lies! Attention, fellow sports bettors! We have […]

Mark Stone Starts Scoring In Game 1 Win

Vegas Golden Knights winger Mark Stone got his team off to a good start in their Game 1 win over the Dallas Stars, scoring the first goal of the game in a 4-3 win. In Stone's first game back from a lacerated spleen, he found the back of the net just 1:23 into the contest. […]

Alex Pietrangelo A Full Practice Participant

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alex Pietrangelo was a full practice participant on Saturday after undergoing an appendectomy. He is expected to dress for Game 1 of the team's first-round series against the Dallas Stars on Sunday. The veteran notched four goals and 33 points on 141 shots on goal while he also blocked a hefty […]

Mark Stone A Possibility For Game 1

Vegas Golden Knights forward Mark Stone (upper body) is a possibility to return for Game 1 of the postseason against the hosting Dallas Stars. The veteran's potential return is once again a curious situation, as Stone missed the remainder of the regular season due to an upper-body injury suffered in a 5-3 loss to the […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks (4/18/24): Today's Top NHL DFS Lineups

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DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks (4/16/24): Today's Top NHL DFS Lineups

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Premium: NHL DFS Picks, Stacks, Goalies Analysis for April 16, 2024 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We are down to the last three days of the regular season, and that means lineups could get a little funky as teams get ready for the playoffs. I am going to assume that all the teams I recommend will be playing […]

Adin Hill To Return Wednesday

Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill (lower body) will return to the crease on Wednesday to take on the hosting Edmonton Oilers. The 27-year-old has missed the past seven contests after suffering a lower-body injury in the third period of a 4-2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on March 23. "Yeah, he's going to […]

Free NHL Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (04/10/24)

It's a short Wednesday NHL schedule as we have just three games on tap but, like every other night this time of the year, there is plenty on the line as the playoffs inch ever so close. Attention, fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now officially partnered with […]

Jack Eichel Totals Three Points Versus Canucks

Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel continued his good start to the month with a three-point effort in Monday's 4-3 loss to Vancouver. He scored a couple of early goals and collected an assist, with two points coming on the power play. Eichel has scored in all three April outings, averaging two points per game […]

Tomas Hertl Expected To Make Golden Knights Debut Monday

Vegas Golden Knights center Tomas Hertl (knee) will make his team debut when the Golden Knights take on the Vancouver Canucks on Monday night on the road. The veteran underwent surgery on his left knee to clean up loose cartilage and was acquired in a blockbuster trade from the San Jose Sharks just minutes prior […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks (4/8/24): NHL DFS Lineups

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Tomas Hertl Won't Play Friday

Vegas Golden Knights center Tomas Hertl (knee) is nearing a return to action but will not be in the lineup for Friday's road game against the Arizona Coyotes. The veteran is back to practicing with the team in a regular jersey after initially skating on his own after he underwent knee surgery to replace loose […]

Nicolas Roy Won't Play On Friday

Vegas Golden Knights forward Nicolas Roy is battling an undisclosed ailment and won't feature against the Coyotes on Friday. He was injured in Tuesday's contest against Vancouver. Roy has played a big part in the Golden Knights' success in 2023-24, posting 38 points (11 goals, 27 assists) in 66 outings. He will be desperate to […]

Tomas Hertl Not Making Expected Debut Friday

Vegas forward Tomas Hertl (knee) will not make his debut with the team on Friday. It appeared as though Hertl was on track for a Friday return from his knee issue after taking part in morning skates, but head coach Bruce Cassidy said he is not quite ready. An update on his status should come […]

Jonathan Marchessault Sets New Franchise Record In Tuesday's Win

Vegas Golden Knights winger Jonathan Marchessault established a new franchise record in Tuesday's 6-3 victory over Vancouver by posting his eighth three-point outing of the season. He scored the team's second goal and handed out a pair of assists, including one on the power play. Marchessault did all the work during the team's four-goal opening […]

Tomas Hertl Nearing Return

Vegas Golden Knights forward Tomas Hertl (knee) was skating in a regular jersey during practice on Tuesday and could return Friday. Head coach Bruce Cassidy ruled Hertl out for Tuesday's game, but his regular jersey debut points to a return soon. Vegas will want to get the trade deadline acquisition into the lineup for the […]

Premium: NHL DFS Picks, Stacks, Goalies Analysis for April 2, 2024 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Tonight we have a relatively light eight-game slate, which is about 50% lighter than most Tuesday night slates. The game of the night could be the Penguins visiting the Devils, although the nightcap of Vancouver facing off against the Knights should also […]

Tomas Hertl Practices With Vegas For First Time Monday

Vegas Golden Knights forward Tomas Hertl practiced for the first time with the team since being acquired from the San Jose Sharks at the trade deadline. The veteran skated in a non-contact jersey. Hertl has been skating on his own after he decided to clean out loose cartilage in his left knee, a procedure that […]

Alex Pietrangelo Could Be Back On Saturday

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alex Pietrangelo (illness) could return to the lineup when the team visits the Minnesota Wild on Saturday. The veteran has missed the past six games due to an illness but skated as part of an optional skate at the Xcel Energy Center on Friday. "He's skating today. So that's good news," […]