Golden Knights sit 5 from Olympic gold-medal game in NHL return against Kings

The Vegas Golden Knights were without five players from the Olympic gold medal-game Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL's return from a three-week break. Having already ruled out center Jack Eichel and defenseman Noah Hanifin from the champion United States, the Golden Knights traveled without Canadian forwards Mark Stone and Mitch Marner and defenseman Shea Theodore. “Well, it’s a challenge to the group, and it’s an opportunity for others, so we still got 20 NHL player...

26 Feb, 02:20 — 26 Feb, 02:20

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This story highlights the immediate impact of an international break, likely for the Olympics, on NHL teams. Upon the league's return after a three-week hiatus, the Vegas Golden Knights are notably missing five players who participated in the Olympic gold-medal game. This situation is significant as it can affect the team's performance and standings as they resume regular season play.

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Vegas Golden KnightsNHL team missing players Los Angeles KingsOpponent in NHL return game NHLProfessional ice hockey league

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First report: AP · 26 Feb, 02:20|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 1m|Window: 1m

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