Vegas Golden Knights

Vegas Golden Knights is a professional ice hockey team based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and a member of the National Hockey League (NHL). The team was established in 2017 and began play in the 2017-18 NHL season, with their home games played at T-Mobile Arena. The team is owned by Black Knight Sports & Entertainment, a company led by Bill Foley (businessman), and is affiliated with the Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League (AHL) and the Fort Wayne Komets of the ECHL. The team's name and logo were inspired by the United States Army Special Forces and the Nellis Air Force Base, which is located nearby in Clark County, Nevada.

● History

The team was announced on June 22, 2016, when the National Hockey League (NHL) awarded an expansion team to Las Vegas, Nevada. The team's ownership group, led by Bill Foley (businessman), paid a $500 million expansion fee to join the league. The team played their first game on October 6, 2017, against the Dallas Stars at T-Mobile Arena, and won 2-1. The team's inaugural season was marked by success, as they won the Pacific Division (NHL) title and advanced to the 2018 Stanley Cup Finals, where they lost to the Washington Capitals. The team has also been affiliated with the Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League (AHL) and the Fort Wayne Komets of the ECHL, and has played preseason games against teams such as the Los Angeles Kings and the Anaheim Ducks.

● Team Identity

The team's name, Vegas Golden Knights, was inspired by the United States Army Special Forces and the Nellis Air Force Base, which is located nearby in Clark County, Nevada. The team's logo features a helmet and a sword, which are meant to evoke the image of a knight. The team's colors are steel grey, gold, red, and black, which are meant to reflect the city's vibrant and flashy image. The team has also been known for its Las Vegas Strip-themed promotions and events, including a New Year's Eve game against the Los Angeles Kings at T-Mobile Arena. The team has also partnered with organizations such as the NHL Players' Association and the Hockey Hall of Fame to promote the sport of ice hockey in Las Vegas, Nevada.

● Season_by_Season_Records

The team has played several successful seasons, including their inaugural season in 2017-18, when they won the Pacific Division (NHL) title and advanced to the 2018 Stanley Cup Finals. The team has also made the playoffs in several other seasons, including 2018-19 and 2019-20, when they were eliminated by the San Jose Sharks and the Vancouver Canucks, respectively. The team has also played against several notable teams, including the Boston Bruins, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Pittsburgh Penguins. The team's season-by-season records are as follows: 2017-18 NHL season, 2018-19 NHL season, 2019-20 NHL season, and 2020-21 NHL season. The team has also been led by players such as Marc-Andre Fleury, Max Pacioretty, and Mark Stone (ice hockey), who have all played for teams such as the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Ottawa Senators.

● Players

The team has had several notable players, including Marc-Andre Fleury, who was the team's first-ever draft pick and has played for teams such as the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Calgary Flames. The team has also had players such as Max Pacioretty, who was acquired from the Montreal Canadiens in 2018, and Mark Stone (ice hockey), who was acquired from the Ottawa Senators in 2019. The team has also drafted players such as Cody Glass, who was selected with the sixth overall pick in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft, and Nicolas Hague, who was selected with the 34th overall pick in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. The team has also had players such as Reilly Smith, who has played for teams such as the Boston Bruins and the Florida Panthers, and Jonathan Marchessault, who has played for teams such as the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Florida Panthers.

● Arena_and_Facilities

The team plays their home games at T-Mobile Arena, which is located on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. The arena has a seating capacity of over 17,000 and features a state-of-the-art sound and video system. The team also has a practice facility located at City National Arena, which is located in Summerlin, Nevada. The facility features two ice hockey rinks and a state-of-the-art training center. The team has also partnered with organizations such as the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas to promote the sport of ice hockey in Las Vegas, Nevada. The team has also played preseason games at other arenas, including the Thomas & Mack Center and the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

● Management_and_Coaching_Staff

The team is owned by Black Knight Sports & Entertainment, a company led by Bill Foley (businessman). The team's general manager is Kelly McCrimmon, who was hired in 2019 and has previously worked for teams such as the Brandon Wheat Kings and the Chicago Wolves. The team's head coach is Pete DeBoer, who was hired in 2020 and has previously coached teams such as the New Jersey Devils and the San Jose Sharks. The team has also had coaches such as Gerard Gallant, who was the team's first-ever head coach and has previously coached teams such as the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Florida Panthers. The team has also partnered with organizations such as the NHL Coaches' Association and the Hockey Canada to promote the development of ice hockey coaches and players. Category:National Hockey League teams