Once upon a time, a man named Bill Foley wanted to bring an NHL team to Las Vegas. The entrepreneur believed it'd be a viable hockey market, one that Gary Bettman kept a close eye on for years. He got his wish with the Vegas Golden Knights, who were But Foley's ambitions were met with sarcastic comments and skepticism from northern hockey fans.
"HoCkEy WiLl NeVeR wOrK iN tHe DeSeRt!"
They said this until they were blue in the face. Still, that didn't stop the Golden Knights, who became an instant success and household name. They won the Pacific Division in their first season and made the Stanley Cup Final, shocking the hockey world. Suddenly, a community became attached to the Golden Knights, making hockey work in the desert.
Along the way, a litany of jerseys came out for the team. That included Reverse Retro fits and Winter Classic jerseys, both of which have been bought up by hardcore Golden Knights fans. It's a testament to the franchise's early success, where fans have made NHL games a part of their daily lives.
So let's have some fun with the jersey collection and see some notable versions of the Golden Knights threads. Which jerseys look great? Which ones are a little forgettable? It's time to don our apparel and get ready for another hockey season. Here's a breakdown of all threads in Golden Knights history.
2017-2020: The gray jersey
Perhaps the most famous Vegas Golden Knights star to wear this uniform is Marc-Andre Fleury. The former Vezina Trophy winner has made a living as a solid goaltender for Vegas, making breathtaking saves. Overall, he's had a career line with the Golden Knights consisting of a GAA of 2.41 (his best with any team) and a save percentage of .917 (also his best with any team).
As for the jersey itself, it was the primary thread worn by the Golden Knights during their starting seasons. They switched to the gold uniform in 2021, bringing a new identity to the team. Still, it made the team look slick as they entered the NHL, turning Vegas into the cool kids on the block.
