Golden Knights Face Flames in Crucial Road Game Saturday Night

CALGARY, Alberta — The Vegas Golden Knights, currently holding a record of 45-22-8, embark on a pivotal three-game road trip starting with a matchup against the Calgary Flames (36-27-12) on Saturday at 7 p.m. PT at Scotiabank Saddledome.

Fans can catch the game on TV via Vegas 34, stream on KnightTime+, or listen on FOX Sports Las Vegas 98.9/1340. In addition, the Golden Knights are hosting a watch party at UnCommons beginning at 6 p.m. PT, featuring members of the VGK Cast along with giveaways and prizes.

This game marks Vegas’ first outing in a back-to-back schedule for the season, with the team posting a 6-4-1 record in game one and 7-4-0 in game two during previous back-to-backs this season. The Golden Knights have excelled against Pacific Division teams, sporting an impressive 15-4-1 record within the division.

The Golden Knights lead the NHL with a power-play percentage of 30.4%, a crucial aspect of their game strategy as they look to secure their playoff position.

VGK MILESTONE WATCH: The team has several players nearing personal milestones, including one goal away from 100 as a Golden Knight and six games away from their 100th game with the franchise. Additionally, players are also eyeing significant points milestones in their careers.

LAST TIME OUT: In their last outing, the Golden Knights fell to the Winnipeg Jets, 4-0, at T-Mobile Arena. Scoring for the Jets were Mark Scheifele, Adam Lowry, Colin Miller, and Cole Perfetti.

SEASON SERIES: Vegas has been victorious in both previous matchups against the Flames this season, including a shutout victory on October 28, where they won 5-0. The Golden Knights’ goalkeeper stopped all 16 shots in that match, marking his first shutout of the season.

As they prepare to face off against the Flames for the first time this season in Calgary, the Flames sit five points away from a wild card spot in the Western Conference with 84 points after a recent victory over the Anaheim Ducks. Scoring leaders for the Flames include Nazem Kadri (31 goals, 28 assists) and Jonathan Huberdeau (27 goals, 31 assists).

WESTERN CONFERENCE PLAYOFF PICTURE:

• Pacific Division: 1. Vegas Golden Knights – 98 points; 2. Los Angeles Kings – 91 points; 3. Edmonton Oilers – 89 points

A win for the Golden Knights would mark their 357th franchise victory and improve their all-time record against the Flames to 16-8-1.

KEYS TO THE GAME: Head Coach Bruce Cassidy emphasized the need for the team to regroup and analyze their recent performance in an effort to return to their winning identity. Captain Mark Stone highlighted the significance of seizing early opportunities and setting the game pace against a division rival as the season’s final stretch approaches.