Historic Start in Vegas for Team and Many Individuals
The Golden Knights have made a striking start to their season, showcasing impressive offensive power over their first six games. They currently lead the NHL with a remarkable 26 goals, setting the stage for a historic year for both the team and several standout players.
Key Player Statistics
Jack Eichel is leading the league in scoring, accumulating 15 points, followed closely by Mark Stone with 13 points. Stone also tops the league in assists, contributing 11 to his team this season.
Pavel Dorofeyev has scored six goals, making him one of the top scorers in the league, trailing only Shane Pinto. Eichel also leads the NHL in shots on goal with 30, indicating his aggressive offensive play.
Top Contributors
- Points Leader: Jack Eichel – 15 points
- Assists Leader: Mark Stone – 11 assists
- Goals Leader: Pavel Dorofeyev – 6 goals
- Shots on Goal Leader: Jack Eichel – 30 shots
- Hits Ranking: Jeremy Lauzon – 26 hits (Top 10)
- Blocks Ranking: Brayden McNabb – 21 blocks (one behind the league lead)
Team Performance Under Bruce Cassidy
This historic offensive display marks the beginning of Bruce Cassidy’s fourth season with the Golden Knights. The team’s hot start contrasts with previous seasons. For context, last year the team scored 23 goals in the first six games, while the year before that saw 25 goals and 24 goals in 2019-2020.
While the current statistics hint at extraordinary potential—Eichel’s pace suggests he could reach 205 points and Stone 150 assists—the reality is that such figures are unlikely to materialize. Yet, this early season excitement is likely to resonate in the Golden Knights’ records for years to come.
Historical Comparisons
| Season | Goals (First 6 Games) |
|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 26 |
| 2024-25 | 25 |
| 2023-24 | 23 |
| 2019-20 | 24 |
As the season progresses, fans will be eager to see if the Golden Knights can maintain their offensive momentum and write a new chapter in the team’s history.
