Mark Stone
When Mark Stone returned on December 6 against the Dallas Stars, the Golden Knights were starting a five-game gauntlet against teams in playoff positioning. They needed more firepower to keep up with the NHL's best teams. How were you beating teams with superstars like Jake Oettinger, Connor Hellebuyck, and Kirill Kaprizov?
Well, it seems the Captain came to save the day. Stone had four assists throughout that five-game stretch, with two on the power play. In turn, the Golden Knights get four wins during the five-game stretch, catapulting them to the top of the NHL hierarchy. On top of that, he has six assists in December.
Overall, Stone has six assists in the Christmas month, making him a valuable part of the offense. Of course, it goes beyond having seven goals and 28 points during the 2024-25 season. According to MoneyPuck, the 32-year-old averages 3.27 assists per 60 minutes with a 55% Corsi and 57% Fenwick. The forward has become the go-to player for getting the right shots, making him a reliable offensive weapon.