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Stanley Cup Champions Announce 15 Special ‘Theme Knights’

Author Larry Martino
Celebrate theme knights with the Stanley Cup winning Vegas Golden Knights. Photo of their championship parade celebration from June 17, 2023. From left to right: A shirtless William Karlsson #71, a shirtless Keegan Kolesar #55, Jiri Patera #30, Shea Theodore #27, Teddy Blueger #53, Brett Howden #21, Zach Whitecloud #2, Alec Martinez #23, captain Mark Stone #61 holding the Stanley Cup, and Alex Pietrangelo #7.

The countdown is on! The Vegas Golden Knights will begin defending their Stanley Cup championship title on “Opening Knight.” That’s Tuesday, October 10th, at T-Mobile Arena, against the Seattle Kraken. It’s going to be quite a night as they raise that championship banner into the rafters. “Opening Knight” is just one of the “Theme Knights” on the schedule for the 2023-2024 season.

Vegas Golden Knights Announce 15 “Theme Knights”

Earlier today (September 19), the Vegas Golden Knights released the schedule for the 15 “theme knights” they have planned. In fact, the fun begins during the pre-season on Friday, September 29th against the Arizona Coyotes. That’s when Deportes Vegas presents “9th Island Knight.”

Eventually, theme nights will finish up on the final game of the regular season with “Fan Appreciation Knight,” presented by Toyota. That will be on Thursday, April 18th when the Golden Knights battle division rivals, the Anaheim Ducks. Of course, all the scheduled theme nights will take place at T-Mobile Arena here in Las Vegas.

Southern Nevada’s First Responders Will Be Honored

It is also important to realize that there will be three separate theme nights to honor Southern Nevada’s first responders. Firstly, “Healthcare Heroes Knight,” presented by Juice Standard, starts things off on Thursday, January 4th. The Golden Knights will battle their Stanley Cup Finals rivals, the Florida Panthers.

Secondly, “Firefighter Appreciation Knight” happens Saturday, January 13th, when Vegas hosts the Calgary Flames. Get it? Firefighter Appreciation Knight. Flames. Let’s hope the VGK douse the Flames that night.

Thirdly, on the Martin Luther King Jr. national holiday, it will be a special 3 p.m. start time. So, I guess that’s really not a “theme knight” game since it happens in the afternoon, but we’ll let them slide. In any event, Monday, January 15th, Vegas will take on the Nashville Predators on “Law Enforcement Appreciate Day” presented by Martin-Harris Construction.

To check out the full schedule of theme nights, click here. Go Knights Go!

Larry Martino has been the afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ since 2007. He is also Music Director and Assistant Program Director. He’s been a professional radio broadcaster since 1980, serving as on-air talent, Program Director, and Music Director during his career. As a content creator for 96.3 KKLZ, Larry specializes in writing articles about music, recording artists, movies, food/restaurants, and hockey.

10 Items To Help You Turn Your Man Cave Into The Ultimate Sports Bar

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You’ve finally done it! A corner of the basement has been transformed into your own private space. You may have already envisioned it as the greatest haven on earth. Now, the next step is to turn your man cave into the ultimate sports bar. But how?

To some, the thought of a man cave sounds like the perfect spot to hide away and escape all the noise. Maybe it’s your recluse to sprawl out in when everyone goes to sleep. Maybe it’s the only location under your roof where you can really get your work done without distraction. It might just be both. But, you will learn quickly that a man cave reaches new heights when it’s suitable to host your pals over for the big game.

There are many ways to decorate your space. Trust me, I know. But turning the man cave into the ultimate sports cave means there are a few key things you’ll want to consider. There are standard items that each of these caves simply requires. Then, there are the items you need to score to make yours stand out.  

The non-negotiables include plenty of comfortable seating. The types of chairs or couches you melt into and have to be peeled out of. Snacks and drinks always have to be top of mind. That means, where you will place them, and what your cave can accommodate. And of course, you can’t forget what team you love and support. Maybe it’s your hometown football team. Or better yet, a random team you all have an obsession for.

Regardless, here are the must have items you need to turn your man cave into the ultimate sports bar.  

  • FDW Recliner Chair for Living Room Home Theater

    Comfort, comfort, comfort. If you plan on watching sports there you need something that is comfortable. This faux leather recliner comes in seven different color options. It also features a dual-function foot extension and a reclining back. Who knows you may even find yourself snoozing away after the game is over.

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  • Sneaker Neon Sign Sports Shoe

    Shoes are part of the get up right? And for me, a neon light really gives you that sports bar feel. This LED sports sneaker establishes your cave as a fan zone. It’s available in red, green, or pink. 

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  • Personalized Embossed Named Wooden Whiskey Dispenser

    Whiskey lovers, this is the one for you. A lot of man caves have a nice bar area too. This is a personalized whiskey dispenser. You can give your sports bar the personal touch it needs with something cool like this.

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  • Vintage Beer Cap Decor

    We all have our favorite beer, right? Whether it’s Miller, Bud Light, Coors, etc. it’s a guarantee that we’re going to be stocking it in our man cave. But what’s an even better way to show your love for your favorite beer? A cool piece of decor like this. This vintage beer cap is a great decor piece. It can easily be mounted to your wall, and it will really help you feel that sports bar vibe. This is available in multiple beer brands so make sure to check the listing to find your favorite.

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  • Wooden State LED Sign with Favorite Sports Teams

    How cool is this? Now, even if you’re not a New York native, this Etsy seller can help you create your State’s version of this. Just enter your personalization requirements like state and sports teams and you can get your own customized version. It’s a great way to show your love for your favorite teams, and it has cool decor potential!

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  • Beer Drinkin Dr. Faux Street Sign

    Give your man cave/sports bar a street name. Beer Drinkin Drive feels like a good choice right? This sign is also customizable. Don’t have green street signs around you? No worries, there are several other common street sign colors to choose from. You can also personalized the name of the street. If Beer Drinkin Dr. isn’t what you want, maybe try out your favorite sports legend’s name or even a favorite sports team name!

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  • Custom Sports Bar Sign

    Don’t forget some custom signage! This is a great way to give your man cave that sports bar feel. You’ll literally be spelling out that this is the ultimate sports bar hangout.

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  • 75-Inch Class QNED Mini LED Smart TV

    You can’t have a man cave or a sports bar for that matter without a good TV. A large TV even. This 75-inch TV is a good choice. You’ll want to be able to watch the game in the best quality and picture possible.

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  • Sony S100F 2.0ch Soundbar

    Of course, you can’t have a TV without good sound quality. A soundbar is the best way to amplify that. This one from Sony is an Amazon’s Choice pick, meaning lots of folks like you have already purchased it too. So upgrade your sound and give your man cave/sports bar the best of the best.

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  • Personalized Dart Board Sign

    One thing I think of when it comes to sports bars is other games. During halftime, you can always find folks playing darts. It’s a good way to give your friends something else to do, especially if your team is losing. This is a customizable dart board. And the design is very cool. It has sort of an old almost western look to it.

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Please note that items are in stock and prices are accurate at the time we published this list. Have an idea for a fun theme for a gift idea list you’d like us to create?  Drop us a line at shopping@bbgi.com. 

Larry Martino is the long-time afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ. The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of Larry Martino and not necessarily those of Beasley Media Group, LLC.

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