3.) He's still a great defenseman for the Vegas Golden Knights as he was with the St. Louis Blues
Overall, Alex Pietrangelo has 461 career assists, making him one of the best all-around defensemen of his generation. Numerous names have stood out for their offensive skills, including Cale Makar and Erik Karlsson. However, none have the balanced game that Pietrangelo did, whether with the St. Louis Blues or Vegas Golden Knights.
That's especially true during his Golden Knights tenure, where he had a career-high in blocked shots in 2022-23 (177). Pietrangelo had a career-high in takeaways the year prior with 93, firmly establishing himself on Vegas's forecheck. It's a role he's grown into, where he's tested himself under Cassidy's regime. It's also helped Vegas become a defensive-minded team, making life harder for offensive-minded opponents.
Granted, he's also had a memorable career with the Blues, putting up 1,375 hits and 438 takeaways during his 12-year tenure. But he's also helped the Golden Knights form a stronger forechecking unit, where they've generated immense pressure on opponents. In turn, it's given the team more scoring opportunities while in transition, turning them into an all-around threat.