Locked On Golden Knights - Daily Podcast On the Vegas Golden Knights

The Golden Knights blanked the Chicago Blackhawks 4-0 Saturday night.  Pavel Dorofeyev had a second straight three point night to fuel VGK.  He is up to 34 goals on the season, one shy of last year's mark, with 15 games remaining.  He has six points in two games.   Adin Hill started his fourth straight game for VGK.  He survived a couple of shots that hit the post, a save by Tomas Hertl when he was out of position behind the net, and a goal taken down due to a hand pass.  We also discuss the identity of the Bottom Six starting to sha...

Bruce Cassidy reset the lines with the return of Mark Stone last night and VGK responded in a 6-2 victory at the Fortress over the slumping Pittsburgh Penguins.  Although Stone didn't score, his presence was felt for the Golden Knights as the line combinations were reset, including Mitch Marner going back to his natural wing position on a line with Pavel Dorofeyev and Tomas Hertl.  Marner scored a goal on an acrobatic shot in the game.  Dorofeyev also had a three point night.  The surprise line was Sissons, Bauman and Howden, which played together for the first time.  Adin Hill...

VGK opens a pivotal homestand tonight against the Sidney Crosby-less Penguins.  The Penguins are playing their second game of a five-game road trip without Crosby, who is still recovering from an injury sustained in the Olympics.  They also are without Evgeni Malkin, who is suspended until Monday, as part of his punishment for a slashing incident on the Sabres Rasmus Dahlin.  The Pens knocked off VGK in the first meeting earlier this month 5-0.  Head coach Bruce Cassidy is pleading with his team to quit overpassing and taking more shots on net.  We discuss taking the final 17 games in "Small...

VGK dropped a close 2-1 decision in Dallas last night.  The Golden Knights passed up several shooting opportunities from the slot, especially, in a close game.  Bruce Cassidy said his team gets too cute and tries to make the perfect pass.  Overpassing also hurt the Golden Knights on the power play unit.  Jack Eichel had the only goal of the night, following another scoreless first period.  VGK played better defensively than it has in recent times. Oscar Back and Jamie Benn each scored in the second period for Dallas, once on the power play.  The Golden Knights fell to third...

VGK will have to play with a sense of urgency tonight with a logjam in the standings and needing to find an identity as the season winds down.  The Golden Knights trail Anaheim by a point in the Pacific, but several teams are starting to close in.  VGK will face the hottest team in the league, the Stars, in Dallas today.  It will be a matchup of Dallas' hot streak vs a Golden Knights team that is struggling for consistency.  Dallas has won 11 of 12 and had a 10 game win streak halted in a shootout vs the Avs.  We talk about...

The Pacific Division has really tightened after VGK lost at home to the Edmonton Oilers 4-2 in a four-point game.  Bruce Cassidy might have lost his way with the Golden Knights.  We had to question the lineup VGK put on the ice with Mitch Marner still playing center, despite the return of Brett Howden and Brenden Saad getting the start over Reilly Smith. There was a faceoff loss that led to a breakaway as Vasily Podzolkin stole the puck and took off to the races.  There were questionable coaching moves and game management wasn't good, especially down the stretch.  Cass...

There is still work to be done, but VGK acquired veteran center Nic Dowd to its lineup Thursday.  The club filled one need by getting a center that could play on the third or fourth line.  We could see Tomas Hertl moved up to the second line to enable Mitch Marner to return to his natural wing position.  VGK still could use a Bottom six scorer and they are definitely in the market for a goaltender. We will see what Kelly McCrimmon has up his sleeve as the deadline looms. VGK returns to the ice tonight for the first tim...

The comeback win against Detroit could be a pivotal season-altering moment for VGK.  The team needed to rebuild accountability and potentially reset its identity at a critical juncture.  VGK rallied from a 3-1 deficit to win in overtime on a Tomas Hertl redemption goal.  He had committed two bad penalties including a tripping call with over two minutes left in regulation.  Mitch Marner helped fuel the comeback with a goal and a helper.  VGK returns home to T-Mobile on Friday.  For the Olympians, some have been away from Las Vegas for a month.  We have heard there have been convers...

VGK made a late-night trade Tuesday to obtain Cole Smith from Nashville.  What does the trade mean and is this the first of multiple moves for the slumping Golden Knights?

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The Golden Knights have now lost three straight and are assured of a non-winning road trip.  Last night on Jack Eichel's return to Buffalo for a fourth time, VGK trailed 3-0 in the second period before they started to play.  Ivan Barbashev scored on a wraparound and Pavel Dorofeyev scored to make it a 3-2 game.  But the Golden Knights couldnt come all the way back as they sunk to 1-3 on the post-Olympics road trip.  Things might not get much better tonight as VGK travels to Detroit on the tail end of a back-to-back.  The Red Wings are looki...

We will see if the temperature in Buffalo toward Jack Eichel has cooled in his fourth visit back to the Queen City.  It has been frosty to say the least since he departed the Sabres organization.  Eichel, along with VGK teammate Noah Hanifin, will join Team USA member Tage Thompson for a gold medal celebration pre-game.  We will see if cheers turn to boos after the celebration is over.  We talk about one thing that needs to be changed other than a trade.  And, we have our locks, props and chance for tonight's game. 

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Bonus Episode:  As the trade deadline looms, should VGK buy or sell?  We look at both sides as personnel concerns mount. How can VGK acquire players when they are up against the cap?  And we talk about immediate needs including center and goaltending. 

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VGK had no pulse in Sunday's loss in Pittsburgh. The Golden Knights gave up five goals including two on the power play in a 5-0 loss.  We'd like to blame the goaltending, but there was no offense to speak of either.  The Golden Knights gave up the first of three goals in the second period.  Mark Stone, VGK's captain, was injured in what didn't look like much of a collision with Kris LeTang of the Pens.  Stone didn't return and we feel he could have aggravated a previous injury.  Adin Hill continued to struggle in net.  He has the worst...

VGK travels to D.C. and Pittsburgh this weekend.  We are expect to see the return of all five Olympians to the Golden Knights lineup.  Jack Eichel and Noah Hanifin were seen skating in Washington yesterday.  Mitch Marner, Mark Stone and Shea Theodore will be back after missing Wednesday night's game in L.A. VGK sent Tanner Laczynski, Dylan Coghlan and Kai Uchaiz back to the Silver Knights.  VGK could face former goalie Logan Thompson and the Capitals.  Thompson now has 20 wins for a fourth consecutive season.  We could also see the return of Olympian Tom Wilson in D.C.  Th...

Playing with mostly reserves in the lineup, VGK had a five-goal outburst in the third period enroute to a 6-4 victory in L.A. against the Kings.  The Golden Knights played without Jack Eichel, Noah Hanifin, Mitch Marner, Shea Theodore and Mark Stone - a bulk of their scoring - as they recover from Olympic fatigue.  It was a total team effort for VGK.  Pavel Dorofeyev scored twice and complimentary scoring came from unlikely sources such as Branden Saad, Colton Sissons and Reilly Smith.  The Golden Knights played a more aggressive offensive game and didn't allow odd-man rushes.  We discu...

VGK has scratched Jack Eichel and Noah Hanifin, Gold Medalists on the Victory Tour, from Wednesday's game in L.A.  Bruce Cassidy returned to coach his team Tuesday and sounded doubtful that Team Canada's Mitch Marner, Mark Stone and Shea Theodore would be in the lineup against the division rivals.  Cassidy cited the long term health of his team.  Eichel and Hanifin will join VGK in D.C. Friday.  VGK recalled Dylan Coghlin, Tanner Laczynski and Kai Uchacz from Henderson to fill some gaps. Las Vegas is bidding to host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey. Vegas is positioned as a to...

We have a debate about balancing post-Olympic celebrations and NHL responsibilities. Jack Eichel and Noah Hanifin continued their Olympic celebration Monday night at a club in Miami with their Team USA teammates. They are expected to be in attendance Tuesday at the White House, so it's unlikely they won't return to VGK for Wednesday's game in L.A.  We don't know if Canada's representatives Mark Stone, Mitch Marner and Shea Theodore, along with head coach Bruce Cassidy, will be back in time also.  Meanwhile, Tomas Hertl and Rasmus Andersson returned from their Olympic experience Monday. And we discuss whether La...

Team USA stuns Team Canada with Jack Hughes’ overtime heroics to clinch gold, marking a historic double as both U.S. men’s and women’s teams take top honors. Is this the start of a new era in international hockey, or will Canada’s depth and Connor McDavid’s star power rebound in the next Olympics?

Gil Martin, Eddie Garcia, David Morassutti, Zach Berman and Armando Velez break down the Olympic gold medal thriller, spotlighting Connor Hellebuyck’s record-setting goaltending and Canada’s struggles following Sidney Crosby’s absence. Conversation heats up with debate over the MVP selection, i...

Our reactions to Team USA winning the Gold Medal for the first time in 46 years.  Jack Hughes potted the Golden Goal for the United States. The U.S. won in overtime 2-1. VGK players had major impacts.  Eichel and Hanifin bring home gold.  Marner, Stone and Theodore are Silver Medalists. Plus Golden Knights return to practice to begin the final 25 game stretch run. 

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Who will take home Olympic Gold Sunday?  Will one of five Golden Knights score the Golden Goal?  Could Jack Eichel or Noah Hanifin have big games for Team USA?  Will we see Mitch Marner step up again for Canada, along with Mark Stone and Shea Theodore, who tied Saturday's game against Finland.  We have our Locks and Predictions for Saturday's game

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USA and Canada set up a dream gold medal showdown after dominating in Olympic hockey semifinals—can Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon outduel the American stars for gold? Goaltending and blue line depth take center stage as Sidney Crosby’s possible return adds extra drama, while Brad Marchand’s leadership fuels Canada’s comeback momentum.

Gil Martin, David Morassutti, and Kyle Kjer break down Canada’s resilience, Team USA’s offensive explosion led by Jack Hughes and the Tkachuk brothers, and the impact of Zach Werenski on the American blue line. Key topics include Finland’s collapse after a hot st...

The U.S. Men's hockey team hopes to strike gold for the first time since the 1980 Miracle on Ice team this weekend.  The USA team faces Slovakia while Canada should have its hands full with the defending champions, Finland.  The winners advance to Sunday's gold medal finale.  Team Canada will probably be without Sid Crosby, who netted the Golden Goal in the 2010 Gold Final vs the U.S. in overtime.  We congratulate the USA Women's team after they captured Gold Thursday in a 2-1 overtime thriller over Team Canada.  Megan Keller scored the game-winner for the U.S. Team.  The Un...

The Golden Knights Mitch Marner had his biggest moment on the Olympic stage by potting the game winner in Canada's 4-3 overtime win over Czechia.  Meanwhile, Team USA also escaped a loss by knocking off Sweden in overtime on a Quinn Hughes rocket from the point, 2-1.  Dylan Larkin scored the other goal for the US.  Canada now meets defending champion Finland and Team USA will play Slovakia.  The top four seeds advanced.  These are the same finalists as in 2010 in Vancouver and Sidney Crosby led the Canadians to a 2-1 overtime victory over USA.  VGK's Mark Stone said after...

USA Women seize Olympic gold in dramatic overtime, stunning Team Canada and cementing a new era of rivalry. Is Canada's reign slipping with a generational shift underway? Hilary Knight’s heroic goals power Team USA, while Marie-Philip Poulin’s injury exposes Canada’s reliance on veteran stars. The squad examines whether physical contact rules in women’s Olympic hockey should evolve as skill, pace, and grit reach new heights.

Gil Martin, David Morassutti, Kyle Kjer, and Glenn Dreyfuss break down key moments, including the controversial penalty and Switzerland’s bronze medal win. Insights focus on the emergence of youth i...

Canada and Team USA punch their tickets to the Olympic hockey semifinals after gripping overtime battles. Are NHL stars elevating the sport’s global stage and making these games must-watch? Sidney Crosby’s injury shakes up the Penguins’ playoff outlook, while Mitch Marner’s clutch heroics spark Leafs fans and ignite Twitter with debate about his legacy. Unforgettable moments abound as controversial officiating, intense trash talk, and maple syrup celebrations fuel the drama.

Gil Martin, David Morassutti, and Zach Berman dissect Canada’s narrow escape against Czechia and Team USA’s gritty win over Sweden. Key topics include the...

USA faces a do-or-die quarterfinal showdown against Sweden, the same team that defeated the U.S. in the Four Nations last year. We feel the game could come down to the Top Six for each team, with both rosters full of NHL players. We recap the early game, preview Canada vs CZE and we talk about VGK player who are underperforming at the Olympics.  

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VGK returns to the ice for practice today with a depleted roster due to injuries and players who are still in Milan for the Winter Olympics.  We want to see who is on the ice for VGK, as the NHL allows teams to resume practice at 2pm Pacific time today.  There could be a number of player from AHL Henderson in the absence of Olympians.  We look into the Olympic Men's Hockey format and its flaws.  And, we preview USA vs Canada in the Women's Gold Medal game. 

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USA and Canada women’s hockey set up a classic gold medal showdown, but is the lack of parity hurting the sport’s global growth? Gil Martin, Eddie Garcia, Zach Berman, and Glenn Dreyfus break down Team USA’s defensive dominance, Marie-Philip Poulin’s crucial return for Canada, and the uphill battle facing Swedish and Czech programs. The hosts debate whether dynasties boost or hinder Olympic excitement, and consider what it would mean for Canada to stage a Miracle on Ice upset.

The roundtable also tackles Tom Wilson’s rare Olympic fight, the fallout from Kevin Fiala’s injury, an...

Team USA and Team Canada are on a collision course heading into the knock-out round.  After each team went 3-0 in the preliminaries, teams that lose starting Tuesday are sent home.  We dissect dominance, line combinations and star player performances from each team. VGK players are thriving for those two teams.  We also discuss injury risk after Kevin Fiala of the Kings suffered a season-ending leg injury.  

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Finland shocks Sweden with a commanding 4-1 win in a fierce Nordic rivalry, as Juuse Saros rebounds with standout goaltending and Mikko Rantanen finds the scoresheet. Can Sweden bounce back after defensive lapses and an underwhelming performance from its blue line? Gil Martin, David Morasuti, and Glenn Dreyfus break down the dramatic shift in Group play, highlight William Nylander’s return from injury, and spotlight Slovakia’s narrow escape against a spirited Italy fueled by Damian Clara’s 35-save effort.

Canada flexes its offensive muscle with the McDavid-MacKinnon-Celebrini line, all scoring in a 3-goal outburst against Switzerland, with t...

VGK players performed well on the Olympic stage Thursday

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Slovakia shock Finland as Juraj Slafkovsky and Simon Nemec make a statement—could their Olympic hockey run upset the favorites? Canada assert their dominance, with Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, and Macklin Celebrini igniting early, while questions linger about Finland’s goaltending and Sweden’s struggles. The hosts highlight the evolving Olympic tournament, from surprise upsets and breakout performances to fierce rivalries and roster intrigue.

Gil Martin, David Morrassuti, Zach Berman, and Ian McLaren break down key moments as Canada’s star-studded lineup dismantles Czechia and Team USA’s depth makes waves against Latvia. Insights include Switzerland and Germany’s...

We have our top and bottom storylines so far this season for the Golden Knights.  Some highlights include Mark Stone's play, Pavel Dorofeyev becoming a star and the additions of Mitch Marner and Rasmus Andersson.  Lowlights on our list include injuries, acquiring Carter Hart, and overall poor goaltending.  We also tell you why Carl Lindbom missed the AHL All-Star game. 

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Let the Games begin! We preview the USA and Canada opening round games ahead of Thursday's matchup USA vs Latvia and Canada has a tougher game vs Czechia.  The USA roster has nearly $10 million more in salaries than their Canadian rivals. Will this translate into on-ice success in the end for the Americans.  We discuss whether goaltending will be the wild card for both teams.  We also talk about the Golden Knights salaray cap issues when injured players return.

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Team USA Women shock Team Canada with a dominant 5-0 victory—has the balance of power shifted in Olympic hockey? Gil Martin leads the debate with David Morassutti and Glenn Dreyfuss, spotlighting the Americans’ airtight defense, standout performances from Hannah Bilka and Laila Edwards, and the historic inclusion of three Black players in a single Olympic game. The crew questions if Team Canada can recover from this lopsided loss, debating what adjustments Marie-Philip Poulin’s return might spark and whether the U.S. could be overconfident heading toward a likely gold medal rematch. Turning to the men’s tournament, the pane...

Eight losses in overtime, just five wins against playoff teams - should VGK fans be worried about the Golden Knights collapsing when it matters most? We break down why VGK is losing games against top contenders and we discuss the schedule out of the gate after the break - when VGK plays three playoff teams on the road.  We discuss what the impact of returning injured players could be.  And, Akira Schmidt has won the net with Switzerland. 

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Team USA and Team Canada dominate the Olympic women’s hockey tournament—are they locked in for another gold medal showdown? Hilary Knight breaks records while Marie-Philip Poulin’s injury sparks new questions. Is Sweden or Czechia ready to crash the party and claim bronze, or is the gap still too wide?

Glenn Dreyfuss, Gil Martin, and Kyle Kjer spotlight the rivalry series, competitive edge from the PWHL, and how legendary goaltenders like Ann-Renée Desbiens are tipping the balance. Key topics include USA’s offensive surge, power play threats, and the impact of increased professional opportunities for women...

Jack Eichel was snubbed as a Captain on Team USA.  He won't get a letter for Alternate either.  We really felt that Eichel deserved Captaincy or a letter at the very least.  But Team USA's Bill Guerin stuck with Austin Matthews as captain and alternates Charlie McAvoy and Matthew Tkachuk, as the were during Four Nations.  We have early line rushes for the U.S. and Canadian Men's Hockey Teams.  Both teams open play on Thursday.

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After a six minute span in the first period where the Golden Knights put up four goals, the game flatlined, and VGK eased to a 4-1 victory over L.A.  Jack Eichel, Mark Stone, Pavel Dorofeyev and Mitch Marner scored goals to lift VGK.  Were the last two games heading into the break smoke and mirrors?  The Canucks are the worst team in the league and the Kings were fading going into the break.  We discuss the emotional state of defenseman Rasmus Andersson following his trade to Las Vegas.  And we have WTF comments on What The Friday.

VGK handled business last night at T-Mobile Arena in a 5-2 romp over the hapless Canucks.  Following a scoreless first period, the Golden Knights notched three goals in a span of 2:30 - as Eichel, Reinhardt and Barbashev scored goals.  Ever since Cordasco said to trade Barbashev, he's scored goals in four consecutive games.   VGK scored two insurance goals in a minute in the third period with Dorofeyev and Holtz scoring.  Akira Schmid got a big save on Vancouver's Theo Joseph - diving across a wide open net.  The Kings come into town tonight to wrap up the schedule before the O...