Golden Knights’ Hague Out Again, Stars Recall AHL MVP Bourque

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Nic Hague will miss a second straight game with a lower-body injury and will not play in Game 3 against the Dallas Stars on Saturday. Veteran defenseman Alec Martinez took his spot in the lineup for Game 2 on Wednesday and is expected to do so again. The Knights lead the best-of-seven first-round playoff series 2-0 after winning the first two games at American Airlines Center. Meanwhile, the Stars have recalled top prospect Mavrik Bourque to the NHL roster due to injuries to their forward group. Bourque won the Les Cunningham Award as the American Hockey League’s Most Valuable Player on Thursday after recording 77 points in 71 games.

NHL Playoff Roundup: Golden Knights, Kings, and Bruins Take Game 2 Victories

In the ongoing Western Conference playoffs, the Vegas Golden Knights continued their dominance over the Dallas Stars, securing a 3-1 victory in Game 2. Jonathan Marchessault and Jack Eichel led the charge with a goal and an assist each, extending Vegas’s winning streak against Dallas to six games. Noah Hanifin also scored, while Logan Thompson made 20 saves. Meanwhile, in Edmonton, the Los Angeles Kings pulled off a thrilling overtime victory against the Oilers, leveling their series at 1-1. Anze Kopitar’s game-winning goal capped a three-point performance for the Kings, with Adrian Kempe adding two goals. In the Eastern Conference, the Boston Bruins seized a 2-1 advantage in their series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Brad Marchand’s third-period goal broke a 2-2 tie, and he added an empty-netter to seal the win. Jake DeBrusk scored on a power play, and Jeremy Swayman made 28 saves for the Bruins.

Hanifin’s Goal Gives Golden Knights 2-0 Lead Over Stars

The Vegas Golden Knights took a commanding 2-0 lead in their first-round series against the Dallas Stars on Wednesday night, winning 3-1 thanks to Noah Hanifin’s late go-ahead goal. Logan Thompson made 20 saves for Vegas, while Jonathan Marchessault scored his second goal of the series and Jack Eichel added an empty-netter. The Stars got on the board first with a power-play goal from Jason Robertson, but the Knights tied it up late in the first period on a goal from Marchessault. Hanifin’s goal came late in the second period, and Eichel’s empty-netter sealed the victory. Game 3 of the series is scheduled for Saturday night in Las Vegas.

Vegas Golden Knights Pull Away with 3-1 Win in Game 2, Extend Series Lead over Dallas Stars

The Vegas Golden Knights have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in their Western Conference first-round series against the top-seeded Dallas Stars after a 3-1 victory on Wednesday. Jonathan Marchessault and Jack Eichel powered the Golden Knights to their second consecutive road triumph, with a goal and an assist each. Noah Hanifin added another goal for Vegas, while goaltender Logan Thompson made 20 saves. Dallas drew first blood on a power play courtesy of Jason Robertson, but Vegas responded swiftly with two goals within 2:13 to seize the lead. Marchessault tied the game, and Hanifin gave the Golden Knights the advantage before the second period ended. Eichel sealed the deal with an empty-net goal, extending Vegas’s winning streak against Dallas to six games.

Golden Knights Extend Lead to 2-0 Against Top-Seeded Stars

In a thrilling Game 2 of the Western Conference first-round playoff series, the Vegas Golden Knights emerged victorious against the Dallas Stars, solidifying their 2-0 series lead. Despite Dallas’s regular season dominance as the No. 1 seed, the eighth-seeded Golden Knights, the reigning Stanley Cup champions, have proven to be a formidable opponent on the road.

Hanifin’s Goal Gives Golden Knights 2-0 Lead Over Stars in First-Round Series

Noah Hanifin scored the go-ahead goal late in the second period as the Vegas Golden Knights took a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series with a 3-1 victory over the top-seeded Dallas Stars on Wednesday night. Jonathan Marchessault netted his second goal of the series and Jack Eichel added an empty-netter to seal the win for the Knights, who acquired Hanifin in a trade deadline deal. Logan Thompson made 20 saves for Vegas, while Oettinger stopped 23 shots for the Stars. Game 3 of the series is scheduled for Saturday night in Las Vegas.

Golden Knights Visit Stars in Game 2 of NHL Playoffs First Round

The Vegas Golden Knights will face off against the Dallas Stars in Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs first round on Wednesday, April 24th. The game is scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on ESPN. The Golden Knights currently hold a 1-0 lead in the series after defeating the Stars 4-3 on Monday. Fans looking to watch this NHL game can do so for free by using FuboTV or DirecTV Stream, which both offer a free trial. SlingTV doesn’t offer a free trial but has promotional offers available for streaming the game.

NHL Playoffs Continue with Key Game 3s and Game 2 Showdowns

The thrilling Stanley Cup Playoffs continue Wednesday with three pivotal matchups. The Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs face off in a pivotal Game 3, while the Vegas Golden Knights and Dallas Stars battle for home-ice advantage. The Edmonton Oilers aim to extend their lead against the Los Angeles Kings. After dropping Game 2 at home, the Bruins seek redemption on the road against a Maple Leafs squad led by the league’s top scorer, Auston Matthews. Meanwhile, the Stars look to bounce back from a Game 1 overtime loss against the Golden Knights, despite Vegas’ impressive performance. The Oilers, led by superstar Connor McDavid, seek to capitalize on their dominant Game 1 victory over the Kings.

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