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Way-too-early Vegas Golden Knights starting forward combinations

This year's Golden Knights lineup will look noticeably different, with some faces missing. Whether it's the top line or the fourth, some names won't be there.

By Jacob Walters

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Brendan Brisson-William Karlsson-Victor Olofsson

While dumping Victor Olofsson to the fourth line sounds appealing, the newest Vegas Golden Knights forward isn't too physical. He has 77 career hits in six seasons, which doesn't even come close to Keegan Kolesar's total from last season (276, fourth-most in the NHL).

Therefore, Olofsson should have a role on the third line with William Karlsson, whose versatility makes him a strong fit anywhere. The "Original Misfit" has developed a knack for adaptability during his Golden Knights tenure, making him one of the more trusted players on the team. He can help a fellow Swede bounce back from scoring seven goals and eight assists last season, getting him back to double-digit goals.

As for Brendan Brisson, he's shown he can be a quality piece in the lineup. The Michigan Wolverines alum can facilitate the play and act as a sniper, carrying a hard shot with him. Of course, he must learn to adapt to the faster pace of the NHL. However, he can hone his skills by learning from Karlsson. Overall, this unit has great upside to it with its ability to score more than 15 goals for each player.

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