Golden Knights Begin Playoff Run Against Wild Sunday Night

LAS VEGAS (April 17, 2025) – The Vegas Golden Knights are set to face the Minnesota Wild in Game 1 of a best-of-seven series in the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, April 20, at T-Mobile Arena. With the puck drop slated for 7 p.m. PT, both teams are eager to start their playoff campaigns.

The Golden Knights, who finished the regular season with a commanding record of 50-22-10, secured the top spot in the Pacific Division. They boast a strong home ice advantage, having amassed a 29-9-3 record at T-Mobile Arena. Meanwhile, the Wild enter the postseason as the last Wild Card team from the Western Conference, finishing the regular season with a 45-30-7 record.

This matchup promises to be intense as both teams showcase remarkable talent. Vegas forwards Jack Eichel and Mark Stone have been instrumental in the team’s success, with Eichel achieving nearly 100 points this season, including 66 assists and 28 goals. Eichel’s contributions will be vital for the Golden Knights as they aim for another deep playoff run after claiming the Stanley Cup in 2022-23.

On the other side, Minnesota’s Matt Boldy will need to step up to match Eichel’s performance. Boldy led the Wild in scoring this season with 73 points, including 46 assists and 27 goals. The Wild’s confidence is bolstered by their strong finish to the regular season, winning four of their last five games, all in overtime.

The two teams are no strangers, having faced each other multiple times in the past. This series is expected to be a thrilling encounter, reflective of their competitive history. The Golden Knights are favored going into the matchup, with sportsbooks providing a point spread that favors them at -250.

Fans wishing to catch the action can stream the game via ESPN or TBS, and those within the Golden Knights’ television territory can enjoy the game on Scripps Sports. Radio broadcasts will also be available through the VGK Radio Network.

As the anticipation builds for Sunday’s opener, both teams are eager to demonstrate their capabilities on such a significant stage. The outcome of this first game could set the tone for the remainder of the series.

For further updates and ticket information, fans are encouraged to check the team’s official website and download their app, which offers real-time notifications and news.