Las Vegas, currently ranked third in the Pacific Division, dropped to second place after the Los Angeles Kings defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 5-4 in overtime on Thursday.
Every remaining team is a strong hockey team. There are no effortless routes to victory, so we recognize that each game will be a challenge. I believe we should be enthusiastic. It presents a wonderful chance for our team,” commented Vegas player Jack Eichel. “Last year’s series was closely contested. The first two games were decided in overtime and they are an exceptional hockey team.”
Therefore, the Golden Knights will face the Dallas Stars in the first round of the playoffs. The Stars, who ended the season as first place in the Central Division and Western Conference, were previously eliminated by Vegas in six games during the Western Conference Final last season.