Vegas Golden Knights: Fried Hockey Facts

Here are some fried facts (hot, crispy, and maybe a little greasy) about the Vegas Golden Knights (VGK):

1. Born in Fire (and Tragedy)

The Golden Knights were established in 2017 as the NHL’s 31st team, but their debut season (2017-18) coincided with the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history—the October 1st Las Vegas shooting. The team became a rallying point for the city, honoring first responders and victims, and went on an improbable Stanley Cup Final run in their first year.

2. The Greatest Expansion Team Ever

No expansion team in NHL history had a better first season:

51 wins (most by an expansion team)

Pacific Division champs

Stanley Cup Final appearance (lost to Washington)

3. The Fleury Flip

Marc-André Fleury, their first superstar, became the face of the franchise after being left unprotected by Pittsburgh in the expansion draft. His iconic flower-themed masks and acrobatic saves made him a Vegas legend.

4. The Misfit Line

Their top line in the inaugural season—William Karlsson, Jonathan Marchessault, and Reilly Smith—was dubbed 'The Misfits' because all three were castoffs from other teams. Karlsson went from 6 goals (Columbus) to 43 goals in Vegas’ first season.

5. Home Ice Advantage Like No Other

T-Mobile Arena is one of the loudest in the NHL, with pre-game sword fights, a live knight battle, and a massive Vegas-style show.

Opposing goalies get taunted with chants ('Knight! Knight! Knight!') after every save.

6. The Golden Aces

Vegas loves big-name trades:

Mark Stone (2019) → Became captain.

Jack Eichel (2021) → First major star trade, led them to a 2023 Cup win.

Alex Pietrangelo (2020) → Signed as a free agent, key Cup piece.

7. Stanley Cup Champs in Year 6 (2023)

Beat the Florida Panthers in 5 games.

Jonathan Marchessault (Playoff MVP) had 13 goals.

Adin Hill, their third-string goalie, became a playoff hero.

8. The Curse of the Ex-Knights

Players who leave Vegas often struggle afterward:

Marc-André Fleury (traded to Chicago) had rough seasons.

Nate Schmidt (traded to Vancouver) never matched his VGK success.

9. The Most Aggressive Front Office

GM Kelly McCrimmon and former GM George McPhee are not afraid to make bold moves, trading fan favorites (like Fleury) if it means upgrading the roster.

10. Vegas’ Unusual Mascot

'Chance'—a 7-foot-tall, armor-clad, hockey-playing Gila monster—is one of the weirdest (and most entertaining) mascots in sports.

Bonus: The Golden Refs Conspiracy

Many rival fans claim the NHL favors Vegas with questionable calls, especially in their home arena. (But hey, that’s showbiz, baby.)

🔥 Viva Las VGK! 🔥

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