The Vegas Golden Knights as... Avengers
It's the Fourth of July, which means it's time to have some patriotic, superhero-like fun. Which Golden Knights are similar to the Avengers?
Okay, before you blast this post for even existing, know this. The main purpose is Captain America. It's the Fourth of July, A.K.A. Independence Day in the United States. It's a celebration fit for a superhero like Steve Rogers, who's saved the world fighting villains such as Red Skull and Thanos.
Therefore, it's fitting to see which iconic American superheroes most resemble the Vegas Golden Knights. That starts with the Avengers, arguably one of the most popular superhero ensembles in the United States. With Avengers: Endgame being one of the most recognizable movies ever, the two being married together sounds like a fantastic concept.
After all, who wouldn't want to see Jack Eichel defeat Nazi sympathizers? It would be awe-inspiring to see one of the best American players score for their country and inspire a generation of potential hockey players. Fans can always rely on Eichel for a clutch goal or two. The same can be said for Mark Stone, who's become a focal point of Vegas's offense.
This also coincides with the proposed movie about the Golden Knights. Having actors such as Chris Hemsworth playing William Karlsson would pack the movie theaters. That would also happen in Las Vegas, with fans wanting to see Vegas hockey players save the world. But there's more to this iteration than actors playing Stanley Cup-winning hockey stars.
Let's explore which Vegas Golden Knights stars are most similar to the Avengers. In honor of Independence Day, it's fitting to explore one of the most American tropes in its society: comic books. It's as American as baseball and apple pie, with legendary figures such as Superman and Captain America. Therefore, let's explore the Golden Knights most similar to these legendary superheroes.
Jack Eichel is... Captain America
This makes the most sense, for Jack Eichel is from North Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Ironically, Captain America actor, Chris Evans, also hails from Massachusetts (Boston), so the designation is a perfect fit. It's like he was made for this role of saving the world.
It makes perfect sense since he's representing the United States at the upcoming 4 Nations face-off. Eichel has represented America on numerous levels of international play, including the IIHF World Championships and IIHF World Junior Championships. He knows a thing or two about representing his country from a hockey perspective, making him Captain America.
One might think,
"Hey, why not Mark Stone? He's the team captain! He'd be a great fit!"
Here's the thing. Stone is Canadian, hailing from Winnipeg. It wouldn't make much sense to have someone north of the border as Captain America. That's especially true on the Fourth of July, which would be a cardinal sin in American society. Therefore, Jack Eichel makes the most sense here. However, there is a role that would fit the Captain well...
Mark Stone as... Iron Man
Mark Stone is one of the most ingenious hockey players on the ice. He creates plays and can go the full 200 feet, making him one of the most important Vegas Golden Knights around. It fits him well, for Tony Stark was an intelligent superhero that made the most of his resources.
While Stark did have plenty of resources, Stone should also have some to build himself an armored hockey suit. Perhaps it can protect him and his spleen from incoming players? Who knows? It might keep him off the injured list and make him tough to beat. He'd be a nightmare for opposing hockey players since they can't get to his spleen.
Still, Stone has proven he doesn't need a metal suit to be an efficient hockey player. He's scored 245 points since 2019-20 (84 goals, 161 assists) and has shown versatility on the top lines. On top of that, he's also been a valuable power play asset, scoring 22 goals and 41 assists on the man advantage.
Mark Stone is one of the more underrated NHL players, providing sound leadership in perilous times. He's shown he can be the voice of reason when threats arise, similar to Iron Man. He deserves this honor since he's much more prized than the average hockey fan would think.
William Karlsson as... Thor
Thor was based off Norse mythology, where the superhero protected Asgard and planet Earth, A.K.A. Midgard. The god was a hammer-wielding legend, fighting enemies with lightning, thunder, and other elements. William Karlsson does the same thing on the ice, using whatever elements of his game to kill off penalties.
In fact, he's extremely proficient on special teams altogether. Karlsson has his own Mjolnir, scoring 73 points on the power play (28 goals, 45 assists). On short-handed plays, the Swedish forward has scored 12 goals and 11 assists, making him one of the most potent threats on the penalty kill.
There's a good reason why Kelly McCrimmon has held onto Karlsson since the inaugural season. He's great on special teams and can score at any time. Like Thor, he's an overpowering player who can save the day with his multiversed offense. That's why there's more to Karlsson than just being similar to Chris Hemsworth. He's a superhero who has a Mjolnir for a hockey stick.
Brendan Brisson as... Spider-Man
Some notable Vegas Golden Knights resemble the Avengers, including Jack Eichel and Mark Stone. Everyone in Las Vegas recognizes these superstars for their contributions on the ice. However, there's one notable player who doesn't get enough love. His name is Brendan Brisson.
Brisson might not hail from New York like Peter Parker, nor is he a Mets fan (Brisson is from Manhattan Beach, California). However, the former first-round pick does have a fast style. Like Spider-Man, who slings webs around Manhattan to travel, the former Michigan Wolverine traverses around the ice, making plays.
He scored 39 goals and 44 assists in three seasons with the Henderson Silver Knights, showing promise in his development. Before that, he spent two seasons with the University of Michigan, scoring 31 goals and 32 assists. Brendan Brisson has displayed confidence in his abilities, similar to how the web-slinger does facing off against the Green Goblin.
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