If you haven't heard the news, someone within the Realm got a contract extension this week. In fact, he grabbed his bag on Thursday after a breakthrough rookie season. It's a well-earned contract for a solid forward who dominated the AHL as a Henderson Silver Knight.
You know exactly who I'm referring to, so we'll dive into his story in a bit. But let's just say that the contract was well-earned, especially for an undrafted rookie. I'm willing to bet that you probably clicked on the link to find out. Oh well.
But what makes this birthday weekend (for yours truly) even more special is that the hockey season is inching closer. Don't forget to mark your calendars for Sept. 29 because that's when the Vegas Golden Knights will take on the Chicago Blackhawks!
Anyway, the season coming closer also means that the news cycle is starting to pick up. Here, we're getting more stories rolling in, which'll whet the appetite of Golden Knights fans everywhere. So, what happened in the week of Las Vegas hockey? Are the fans finally getting the treats that they've desperately asked for?
Braeden Bowman got his extension with the Vegas Golden Knights
When you score eight goals and 18 assists in your rookie season, you're bound to get some attention from the fanbase. Add in the fact that you're an undrafted rookie and it simply adds to your charm. That's the case for Braeden Bowman, who had a great week.
He got a contract extension for six years worth $3.4 million per year, establishing himself within the Golden Knights' Realm for a long time. That's a good deal for the Golden Knights for a multitude of reasons, whether it's salary-cap manageable or keeping the future salvageable.
The Vegas Golden Knights set off for the 2026 Rookie Faceoff
No, you're not seeing Mark Stone, William Karlsson, or Jack Eichel in San Jose this weekend. They're too old for that event and have achieved so much in their career (i.e., a Stanley Cup). Instead, it'll be the rookies that'll step foot on the ice for Vegas.
Here, you're seeing names like Trevor Connelly and Pavel Moysevich step the ice in Northern California. Their objective is to move closer to making the NHL with strong showings. The most important step is always the first step, you know.
PWHL Las Vegas announces its training camp dates for the 2026-27 season
This is the first time that we're talking about the women's side of things in the Realm here. But it's refreshing to finally do so, considering that PWHL Las Vegas is taking the ice this season.
They're set to start training camp on Nov. 18, with each team playing two scrimmages. PWHL Las Vegas will host the Minnesota Frost on Nov. 22 and the Vancouver Goldeneyes on Nov. 24 at America First Center in Henderson, marking another hockey season heading to Nevada. 'Tis the season for more hockey and for the ladies to show their skills!
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