Golden Knights captain Mark Stone is set to make his long-awaited return to the lineup on Monday as his team kicks off their first-round playoff series against the Dallas Stars. Stone has been sidelined for the past two months due to a Grade 3 lacerated spleen but has been cleared to play in Game 1. He will slot into the second line alongside center Tomas Hertl and left wing Chandler Stephenson.
In other team news, coach Bruce Cassidy has confirmed that goaltender Logan Thompson will get the start against the Stars. This will be Thompson’s first playoff appearance, and he enters the postseason with an impressive 8-2-0 record in his last 10 starts.
The Golden Knights will be looking to make a deep playoff run this year, and Stone’s return will undoubtedly boost their chances. The veteran forward has been a key part of the team’s success in recent years, and his experience and leadership will be invaluable in the playoffs.
The series between the Golden Knights and the Stars is expected to be a close one, and Stone’s return could give Vegas the edge they need to advance to the second round.
