Eichel, Cotter Return; Spark Vegas Golden Knights 5-2 Win
ForwardsĀ Jack Eichel andĀ Paul Cotter returned to theĀ Vegas Golden KnightsĀ line-up onĀ ThursdayĀ night atĀ T-Mobile Arena,Ā and helped spark a 5-2 victory overĀ Sidney Crosby and theĀ Pittsburgh Penguins.
In the first game of an important seven-game homestand,Ā EichelĀ returned to the starting line-up after missing the last 11 games with a lower body injury and scored one goal and two assists, to lead the Golden Knights in scoring for the night.Ā CotterĀ also returned to the line-up after missing 8 games with a lower body injury and added a goal and an assist.Ā Phil Kessel andĀ Captain Mark Stone also got into the act, each scoring a goal and an assist to hand theĀ PenguinsĀ their sixth straight loss.
Starting goalieĀ Adin Hill made 38 saves to secure the third consecutive victory for theĀ Vegas Golden Knights,Ā and his ninth win for the season. TheĀ Golden KnightsĀ remain on top of the NHL’s Pacific Division with a record of 27-12-2. They are currently six points ahead of theĀ Los Angeles Kings in the division standings, and will host L.A. atĀ T-Mobile Arena onĀ Saturday night.
In addition to the starting line-up getting healthier with the return of bothĀ EichelĀ andĀ Cotter,Ā theĀ Vegas Golden KnightsĀ received more good news onĀ Thursday when theĀ NHLĀ announced that rookie goalie,Ā Logan Thompson,Ā has been named to theĀ Pacific Division roster for theĀ 2023 Honda NHL All-Star Weekend.Ā TheĀ NHL Skills Competition will take place onĀ Friday, February 3rd,Ā and theĀ Honda NHL All-Star game will be held onĀ Saturday, February 4th,Ā atĀ FLA Live Arena inĀ Sunrise, Florida,Ā home of theĀ Florida Panthers.Ā
Thompson was namedĀ “Rookie of the Month” forĀ November 2022,Ā and his 18 wins tie him for third overall in theĀ NHL.Ā According to an article posted on the Vegas Golden Knights website on NHL.com, the 25-year-old “is the first rookie goaltender to be named to the NHL All-Star Game sinceĀ 2016,Ā whenĀ John Gibson represented theĀ Anaheim Ducks inĀ Nashville.”
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9 Things Under $20 Every Sports Fan Will Love
AM/FM Radio Portable
Possibly one of the most important Must Haves for Sports fans is an AM/FM radio. Even better if it’s handheld. If you can’t catch the game on TV you can always find it on radio.
Sun/Fishing Hat
If you’re a Sports fan, chances are pretty likely that you attend some games outdoors, whether it be on the local, collegiate or professional level. Protect yourself in the stands with this UV 50+, windproof, sweat-wicking, quick-dry hat. Use it as a wide brim to block the sun or snap the side up when the clouds come out. Plus it’s packable, so you can throw it your bag and take it on the go.
Cooling Towels
A definitive Must Have for Sports fans is a cooling towel. It can get hot out there in the stands or wherever you’re enjoying the game. You soak these in cool water, wring out and wear in a variety of ways to cool your body down. For some extra coolness, why not throw it in the cooler for a few.
Ticket Stub Diary
Snag this Ticket Stub Diary by Eric Epstein to store your ticket stubs. Keeps them safe and easy to grab when you need to brag to your friends. The acid-free pages also include space for jotting down notes.
Tailgaiting Umbrella
As a Sports fan, if you spend time any time tailgating, then this Ace Hardware 4ft umbrella is a Must Have. Made of durable polyester, it will clamp onto your chair to keep you dry or protected from the sun. Plus, this bright green color will make it easy to find in the parking lot.
Stadium Approved Crossbody Purse
A Must Have for Sports fans attending any game is a stadium-approved see-through bag. This Vorspack Clear Crossbody measures 8 inches by 10 inches and will hold all of the necessities without being cumbersome. It comes in a variety of colors and would look great with any outfit.
Team Lanyards
Fanatics offers a wide range of lanyards covering every league you can think of. These are a sure-fire to keep your keys and tickets at the ready and from being lost. For well under $20, you can outfit the whole family and show your team pride.
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