Vegas Golden Knights' key matchups for 2026-27 NHL season revealed
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 7:53 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
The Vegas Golden Knights will start their tenth NHL season against the Chicago Blackhawks on September 29. This season features a rookie head coach, Ryan Craig, leading the team, which is coming off a close Stanley Cup run. Fans can look forward to significant matchups, including a rematch against the Carolina Hurricanes on December 21. The Golden Knights also face off against notable teams such as the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Dallas Stars. The season aims to assess the team's strategy and cohesion as they navigate various challenges ahead.
- •Season opener is September 29 vs Chicago.
- •Ryan Craig is the first rookie head coach in franchise history.
- •December 21 features a Stanley Cup Final rematch with Carolina.
- •The Golden Knights face Toronto on October 8.
- •January presents a difficult stretch against top teams.
- 7:53 PMYahoo Sports — Games of intrigue from the Golden Knights’ schedule in Year Ten
"While it was known that the Vegas Golden Knights would officially mark a decade of hockey in the desert against the Chicago Blackhawks on Sept.
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