The atmosphere at T-Mobile Arena was electrifying Tuesday night as the Vegas Golden Knights faced off against the Los Angeles Kings in a preseason matchup. Fans packed the stands, eager to witness their team’s latest exploits on the ice. However, the night ended in disappointment for the Knights, as they fell to the Kings with a score of 3-1.
HOW IT WENT DOWN
The game kicked off with an early surge from the Kings. Just five minutes into the first period, Taylor Ward scored, giving Los Angeles a 1-0 lead. The Golden Knights struggled to find their rhythm in the opening frame, unable to answer back. Despite pushing hard in the second period, both teams remained scoreless, showcasing their defensive prowess.
As the third period began, hope flickered for the Golden Knights fans. However, eight minutes in, Jeff Malott extended the Kings’ lead to 2-0. It was a tough pill to swallow, but moments later, the Golden Knights found a glimmer of optimism. Viliam Kmec, making a mark in his preseason debut, scored the first goal for Vegas, narrowing the margin to 2-1. The roar from the crowd was palpable as they rallied behind their team.
But victory was not in the cards for the Knights. Just 40 seconds after Kmec’s goal, the Kings sealed their fate as they netted an empty-net goal, pushing the final score to 3-1. The Golden Knights’ determination and fighting spirit were evident, but the night belonged to the Kings, who executed their game plan with precision.
ATTENDANCE:
The game attracted an impressive crowd of 17,409 fans, filling T-Mobile Arena with a mix of excitement and disappointment as they witnessed their team come up short.
PRESEASON SCHEDULE
The Golden Knights continue their preseason schedule with the following matches:
– Sunday, Sept. 21 | San Jose Sharks 3, Vegas Golden Knights 0
– Tuesday, Sept. 23 | Los Angeles Kings 3, Vegas Golden Knights 1
– Thursday, Sept. 25 | 7 p.m. | vs. Utah Mammoth | Tickets
– Friday, Sept. 26 | 7 p.m. | at San Jose Sharks
– Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 5 p.m. | at Colorado Avalanche
– Wednesday, Oct. 1 | 6 p.m. | vs. Colorado Avalanche | Tickets
– Friday, Oct. 3 | 7 p.m. | vs. San Jose Sharks | Tickets
LOOKING AHEAD
The Golden Knights are gearing up for their next game on Thursday against the Utah Mammoth, which promises to be another exciting evening at T-Mobile Arena. The first 12,000 fans will receive a VGK scarf, presented by FOX Sports Las Vegas, enhancing the festive atmosphere. For those unable to attend in person, the game will be broadcast live on Scripps Sports, KnightTime+ and FOX Sports Las Vegas 98.9/1340. The buzz continues as the Golden Knights strive to sharpen their skills ahead of the regular season.