Juho Piiparinen leads Golden Knights in shootout win over Sharks

In a preseason match on September 22, 2026, the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the San Jose Sharks 2-1 in a shootout at SAP Center. Juho Piiparinen, the 18-year-old defenseman, showcased his skills and played a crucial role in the game. Despite the Sharks controlling much of the early action, Piiparinen's standout defensive play and Carter Hart's key saves kept the game competitive. The Sharks took a 1-0 lead in the third period on a power play goal by Michael Misa. The Golden Knights equalized shortly thereafter, and after a scoreless overtime, Braeden Bowman scored the deciding goal in the shootout, with Hart making vital stops to secure the victory. They will next face the Utah Mammoth on September 28, 2026.

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