The Three Biggest Surprises for the Vegas Golden Knights This Season

The 2023-24 NHL regular season is closing, with numerous ups and downs behind it. Who stood out as a surprise for the Golden Knights?
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1. Nicolas Roy

Nicolas Roy
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One Golden Knights who's earned serious consideration for a top-six role in the future is Nicolas Roy. The Quebec native has 12 goals and 28 assists in 68 games this season, signaling an uptick in production.

Roy also has significant contributions on the power play this season, scoring a goal with six assists. Expect the center's role to grow with the Vegas Golden Knights in the future, starting with an uptick in playing minutes (15:32 TOI/G this season).