The Vegas Golden Knights As… Christmas Icons
![LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 12: Chandler Stephenson #20, William Karlsson #71, Jonathan Marchessault #81 and Zach Whitecloud #2 of the Vegas Golden Knights celebrate after Stephenson and Marchessault assisted Karlsson on a third-period goal against Dustin Wolf #32 of the Calgary Flames during their game at T-Mobile Arena on December 12, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Golden Knights defeated the Flames 5-4 in overtime. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 12: Chandler Stephenson #20, William Karlsson #71, Jonathan Marchessault #81 and Zach Whitecloud #2 of the Vegas Golden Knights celebrate after Stephenson and Marchessault assisted Karlsson on a third-period goal against Dustin Wolf #32 of the Calgary Flames during their game at T-Mobile Arena on December 12, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Golden Knights defeated the Flames 5-4 in overtime. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/4f50e2ede6b4c5a3d070cfa50f74b01a477aedc4921a1601a54d99d862f46770.jpg)
But who gets the prestigious role of Heat Miser? Who’s the Golden Knight that’s caught fire in the past two seasons, producing 40+ assists in those seasons? Why, it’s none other than Chandler Stephenson.
Before 2021-2022, the former Washington Capital never had a season of more than 22 assists. In the last two seasons, he’s put up a stat line of more than 40 assists. He’s become a key component in the Vegas offense, turning up the heat when needed.
Granted, he’s cooled off to start the season with only 12 assists. However, a hot streak can make him extremely helpful on the second line and beyond. That can help Vegas repeat as Stanley Cup champions and establish themselves as a true NHL power.