It's almost that time of year, Vegas Golden Knights fans. The New Year's is nearly upon us, which means it's time to hit the gym. At least, that's the perception, for lifting weights and getting in shape is one of the most popular (and timeless) resolutions.
But we're not hitting the gym next year. Instead, we're going to more Vegas Golden Knights games to see Tomas Hertl. "Fun must be always," especially when you're resting atop the NHL with 51 points. Therefore, it's time to ramp up the viewing and head to the Las Vegas Strip.
But that shouldn't be the only resolution for fans to make. No, they should also tune in to more Golden Knights games, watching their team march towards another Stanley Cup. Granted, it won't be easy given their competition with the Minnesota Wild (48 points) and Edmonton Oilers (45 points). However, Bruce Cassidy and company know how to get the job done.
What other resolutions should be made by the Golden Knights this season? What will help the team trek through the New Year, making them an unstoppable force? It's time to get that champagne ready because the Las Vegas Strip will have a massive party. Here's what the Golden Knights should do for 2025.
New Year's Resolutions for the Vegas Golden Knights
The first thing the Vegas Golden Knights can do in 2025 is get the power play back on track. They're one out of eight on power play opportunities in their last five games heading into Sunday. While the unit has been great throughout the season (25.3%), scoring goals again starts with starting up the unit.
That means seeing more of Tomas Hertl, whose last power play goal came on December 6 against the Dallas Stars. The Czech forward has been instrumental in getting the sixth-best unit in the NHL running all season. However, 2025 will be paramount to the team winning it all. It starts with Hertl scoring more power play goals.
Another resolution is getting Alexander Holtz up and running. Only having two goals and seven assists in 35 games isn't a good mark for a 22-year-old winger with heightened expectations. Therefore, more production is necessary to give the lower lines more offensive oomph.
All this leads to the ultimate resolution: Winning the Stanley Cup. Many people wrote off the Golden Knights this summer, saying they weren't even a playoff team. However, being near the top of the NHL proves they can do anything, including winning another title.
But what about the fans?
The one thing the Vegas Golden Knights should do in 2025 is take care of themselves. Look after yourself and make sure you're drinking enough water. Don't stress about games too much and only worry when the Stanley Cup playoffs roll around.
If the Golden Knights are hanging by a thread, that's the time to worry. Put your biggest prayers forward and hope for some third period magic. It's good that the Golden Knights have a goal differential of +28 in that period. It makes those prayers go a long way.
Most of all, have fun. Build some bonds with your closest friends and family by sharing personal moments while watching the Golden Knights. Also remember that life is too short to worry about various nuances. Therefore, don't take it seriously. Finally, keep rooting for the Vegas Golden Knights. Help them get another Stanley Cup and make 2025 a memorable one.