It's no secret that everyone loves traveling to Las Vegas for a hockey game. The Vegas Golden Knights know how to put on a show and the team's top-notch. Apparently, the word's out that the big-name publications are on board with the Golden Knights and what they're doing.
That was the case with The Athletic, which ranked T-Mobile Arena as the second-best NHL venue. It received high marks from both writers and fans, with an excellent location, amenities, and atmosphere. The complete ranking can be found here.
.@TheAthletic ranked all 32 NHL teams’ home rinks using four key categories: location, amenities, atmosphere, and affordability.
— Paul Driscoll (@ThePaulDriscoll) January 29, 2026
Scores were created by using writers' rank and fan rank.
The Bench came in 3rd overall, with fans ranking it 2nd best. pic.twitter.com/lSAsWHHKpz
The top spot went to the Montreal Canadiens, who were top-rated by both the writers and the fans. It's easy to see why: Montreal has a rich NHL history with 24 Stanley Cups and has one of the most hockey-based venues around. It's no wonder that I loved going to Montreal, even if it was only for the weekend! Rounding out the Top Five were Tampa, Nashville, and Detroit.
But it also says something about how the Golden Knights run things. It's all about listening to the fans and catering to their needs, whether it's introducing a locals menu or improving the team. That's no different with their home, which remains the apple of many hockey fans's eyes.
Why I always love going to T-Mobile Arena to check out Vegas Golden Knights game
Sometimes, life can throw various curveballs at you and leave you at a loss for words. That can come in the form of a lost job or a broken relationship. Whatever the case, you need an outlet to take your mind off the bad and evil that life offers (unfortunately).
Why not go to a Vegas Golden Knights game to make that happen? I always love walking a couple of miles to T-Mobile Arena and seeing the Las Vegas Strip. That comes in the form of the various street performers and scandalous figures that you might come across.
For me, I'm excited to see what the Golden Knights will do, even if they lose most of the time when I go. I'm excited to see the big names like Mitch Marner and Jack Eichel create on-ice magic, leading the team to points (and sometimes a victory)!
That experience is what other fans have when checking out T-Mobile Arena. They love how the Golden Knights bring out the Las Vegas experience, ranging from the Las Vegas Belles to the Drumline to the pre-game fight scene. All of this culminates in an experience that every hockey fan can't help but love... whether they want to admit it or not.