Ladies and gentlemen, I have some fantastic news. This is the last week without Vegas Golden Knights hockey (that doesn't count). On Tuesday, the Golden Knights will take on the Chicago Blackhawks in the Opening Knight matchup and kick off the 2026-27 festivities.
Finally! The temperatures are cooling off, the 23-man roster will be set and Vegas will finally return to T-Mobile Arena for another fun season. It's like Christmas, except it's in September now and the boys are delivering presents that come in the form of goals. How sweet it is, eh?
Get ready for the news cycle to pick up and go full steam ahead, dear reader. The season will have plenty of noteworthy injuries, call-ups, trades, and anything else you can imagine. Nothing says "I'm ready for more hockey and to scream a lung out" like the news cycle hitting you like a freight train.
Anyway, here's what happened in the last week before Golden Knights hockey struck. It's filled with first-round picks and disappointing goaltenders, which is somewhat surprising for fans. Still, here's the week that was for the Golden Knights!
Juho Piiparinen goes to the London Knights
Juho Piiparinen briefly survived training camp with the Golden Knights before being picked up by the OHL's London Knights. If you don't know the team, that's the former club of Mitch Marner. As for the 2026 first-round pick, it's a new opportunity for the 18-year-old to shine and gain valuable experience.
He's not making the 23-man roster for the upcoming season. After all, the Golden Knights appear to have all of their defensemen for the 2026-27 campaign. But the OHL side quest will be vital for his development, especially if he wishes to become a prominent Golden Knights defenseman.
Adin Hill struggles in the Golden Knights' 5-4 overtime win
Thursday's game was filled with bizarre sightings. It saw the Mammoth take control of the game before Vegas stormed back to win, thanks to Tomas Hertl and Jack Eichel. It also saw a pointless shootout where everyone got juice boxes for simply participating. But the most noteworthy story line stemmed from an embattled goaltender.
Adin Hill started in net for the Golden Knights and had himself a stinker of a night. He stopped 17 of 21 shots and nearly cost Vegas the preseason game. But that's the good news: It's only preseason, so it doesn't count in the standings. However, his performance raises red flags about yet another poor season.
Trevor Connelly is given the keys to the sports car
The 2024 first-round pick has been the apple of the Golden Knights' eye regarding development. Last season, he scored 14 goals and 35 assists with the Henderson Silver Knights, marking an impressive campaign that inspired hope.
Now? Vegas is giving him an opportunity by putting him with Victor Olofsson and Tomas Hertl. This line can score plenty of goals, specifically if Connelly makes the team. Watch for the young winger as the Golden Knights continue their trek towards 23 men for the 2026-27 season.
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