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Trevor Connelly makes NHL debut as Golden Knights open season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 12:19 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Trevor Connelly makes NHL debut as Golden Knights open season
Summary

The Vegas Golden Knights begin their 10th NHL season against the Chicago Blackhawks on September 29, 2026. Trevor Connelly, drafted in 2024, is making his NHL debut on the third line alongside Tomas Hertl and Victor Olofsson. Coach Ryan Craig emphasizes the importance of the bottom six forwards, as key offensive contributions will be necessary following the departure of leading scorer Pavel Dorofeyev. Dowd, Bowman, and Gatcomb are also part of this forward group that aims to make an impact. The Knights will seek to establish chemistry early in the season with their new lineup.

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  • •Vegas Golden Knights host Chicago Blackhawks for season opener.
  • •Trevor Connelly debuts on the third line with Tomas Hertl.
  • •Ryan Craig emphasizes the importance of bottom six forwards.
  • •Pavel Dorofeyev's 37 goals are missing from last year's roster.
  • •Vegas seeks to establish offensive chemistry early in the season.
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  • 12:19 AMYahoo Sports — Bottom six forward group may be key to Knights' success
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Trevor Connelly makes his NHL debut Tuesday playing on Vegas' third line with Tomas Hertl and Victor Olofsson.

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