The Vegas Golden Knights are a National Hockey League (NHL) franchise that began play in 2017 and immediately caused a sensation, becoming the first expansion team from the "Big Four" pro leagues to reach the Stanley Cup Finals in their inaugural season.
Led by goaltending icon Marc-Andre Fleury and forward William Karlsson, the "Golden Knights" defeated the Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks and Winnipeg Jets in the 2018 playoffs. Unforgettable is Erik Haula's series-clinching goal against the Jets.
After a narrow finals loss to the Washington Capitals, more playoff appearances followed before the ultimate success in 2023 - the franchise's first-ever Stanley Cup championship! Captained by Mark Stone and Conn Smythe winner Jack Eichel, the Golden Knights defeated the Florida Panthers.
Legends like Fleury, Jonathan Marchessault and Reilly Smith defined the early years. Today's young, talented core features Eichel, Alex Pietrangelo and Logan Thompson. The passionate fans at T-Mobile Arena relentlessly spur on their Golden Knights.