The average Las Vegas resident loves fast food as much as they love the Vegas Golden Knights. It doesn't matter if fans are grabbing a bite from In-N-Out or Whataburger, people in Sin City are obsessed with these delectable items. Eating these food items is like watching Tomas Hertl or Jack Eichel score an incredible goal.
Regardless of whether you're grabbing a pre-game bite or eating something after a hard-earned victory, the hit of a juicy burger feels right. Sometimes, it feels like that meat is flaccid and lifeless after a Golden Knights loss. It leaves you asking for the manager, demanding a new burger or refund.
That's why it's vital to take the good for the bad and celebrate the Golden Knights winning. The little things in life make everything better, whether they taste, look, or feel great. Sometimes, all you need is a little sandwich with some fries and a milkshake to make life much more enjoyable.
Therefore, let's combine the two loves together and turn it into a fun post. It's something that means a lot to Las Vegas, whether you live in the general area or are a simple tourist. With both topics being of major discussion and worship, fans will appreciate something that takes on the lighter side of both recreations.
Who does Jack Eichel compare to in the fast food realm? What about Tomas Hertl or Mark Stone? It's time to play a little word association game and see which Golden Knights stars have similar parallels to America's favorite institutions. It's time to get your favorite milkshake and burger order ready, folks! The Golden Knights are hitting the drive-thru!
Jack Eichel as... In-N-Out Burger
Now, some people will say that Eichel should be a Whataburger type based on some Vegas Golden Knights fans being in Texas. That's a fair assessment given the regional difference. But the league leader in points (eight this season) deserves something with a West Coast-flair. After all, numerous Californians have flooded Las Vegas for a cheaper lifestyle.
Watching Jack Eichel play hockey is similar to ordering a fresh double-double animal-style. A wave of unparalleled flavor and juiciness takes over the game. It's something that people will line up their cars for miles, hoping to get the No. 9 experience. It could also lead to winning the Hart Memorial Trophy, a first in Golden Knights history.
Mark Stone as... Chick-fil-A
I don't know if Mark Stone spends time on Sunday praying to our lord, Marc-Andre Fleury, for blessings. However, one thing's for certain: He's a massive hit with Golden Knights fans. Like the Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich, his two-way game has juiciness and flavor, enticing the taste buds of Golden Knights fans everywhere. That's why he's tied atop the points board with Eichel with eight.
He has also shared similarities with the fast food restaurant based on availability. You see, dear reader, Chick-fil-A is closed every Sunday because the company prays to our hockey god in Fleury. The Captain has dealt with injuries in the past three seasons, ranging from back problems to a lacerated spleen. His limited availability has led him to play 136 games for the team in the past three seasons heading into 2024-25.