Achieving an 8-0-0 record at T-Mobile Arena to start the season is an excellent feat. The Vegas Golden Knights have been unstoppable at the "Fortress," thanks to superstars such as Jack Eichel, Mark Stone, and Tomas Hertl. When "Vegas Lights" by Panic at the Disco starts playing, opposing teams know they're in trouble.
So how dominant have the Golden Knights been in Las Vegas? They've scored 5.38 goals per game at home, boosting the second-best scoring attack in the NHL (4.50 goals per game). It's part of an emotional charge experienced by the home team, which has catapulted them to 17 points in the Pacific Division.
While the road games haven't been as great as home-cooking (0-3-1 away from Las Vegas), the Golden Knights have made the most of their home opportunities. With a solid first line (48 combined points) and a revitalized power play (third in the NHL with a percentage of 32.3%), they've dominated the league at home.
But what about their all-time record at the "Fortress?" How have the Golden Knights done in Las Vegas? They've made their mark when the fans are behind them, which led to two Stanley Cup Final appearances and a championship. After all, dominating at home makes for a solid sports franchise. Here's how the Golden Knights have done at T-Mobile Arena.
The Vegas Golden Knights have an all-time record of 178-80-20 at T-Mobile Arena
The Vegas Golden Knights have been dominant at T-Mobile Arena. How dominant? Their home record is 178-80-20, which is good for a points percentage of .676. Imagine achieving success in two-thirds of your games in a particular setting. That is unprecedented at any level, specifically in the NHL.
Their best home record came in 2020-21 when they went 21-5-2. That's good for a points percentage of .786, which is an astonishing achievement. The winning percentage comes out to .750, making the Golden Knights one of the best in the business. Mind you, this was before Jack Eichel came to town and changed the team's fortunes.
Their worst campaign came a season later, where they had a home record of 22-15-4. That's good for a points percentage of .585, which resulted in the Golden Knights missing the playoffs for the first time in franchise history.
The Golden Knights have dominated the league in many ways at the "Fortress." They've outscored their opponents, 43-18, leaving no doubt about who the better team is. If the Golden Knights make the playoffs again, it'll be because they've set the tone in front of their fans, taking down anyone in their path. Viva Las Vegas!