Golden Knights Prevail Over the Ducks in a Thrilling Sunday NHL Face-off

Brett Howden, Tomas Hertl, and Pavel Dorofeyev Lead Vegas to Victory

An impressive trio of Brett Howden, Tomas Hertl, and Pavel Dorofeyev each found the back of the net, propelling the Vegas Golden Knights to a triumphant 3-1 win against the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday evening. The Knights’ netminder, Ilya Samsonov, stopped 22 shots, further cementing Vegas’ victory.

The Ducks’ sole mark on the scoreboard was courtesy of Troy Terry, while James Reimer, the Ducks’ goaltender, made a commendable effort with 29 saves.

Golden Knights Continue their Winning Streak

The Golden Knights’ win extends their unbeaten run to 3-0-0 in their initial three games, a feat they’ve achieved for the fifth time since their introduction into NHL in 2017. Additionally, their win-loss record against the Ducks improved to an impressive 24-7-1, including a stellar 14-3-0 when playing on home ice in Vegas.

Ducks Struggle to Keep Pace

In what was only their second game of the season, the Ducks seemed to grapple with the fatigue of playing back-to-back nights following their 2-0 win against San Jose on Saturday. The Golden Knights were able to dominate the game, outshooting the Ducks 32-23.

Samsonov’s Stellar Debut & Key Moments

Despite Terry’s early goal in the first period, Samsonov seemed unfazed, making an impressive debut for the Golden Knights. His remarkable save against Trevor Zegras’ breakaway attempt early in the second period further showcased his composure.

A critical moment came when the Ducks, already on the penalty kill, found themselves with only three able players on the ice. Isac Lundestrom lost his stick and failed to regain control of the puck multiple times. Capitalizing on the situation, Mark Stone set up Hertl for a one-timer at the doorstep, resulting in the game-winning goal – Hertl’s first of the season.

Vegas Sets New Franchise Record

With 15 goals in their first three games, the Golden Knights set a new franchise record for the most goals scored in the initial three matches of a season.

What’s Next for the Teams?

The Ducks are set to open the home section of their schedule on Wednesday against the Utah Hockey Club. Meanwhile, the Golden Knights will kick off a three-game road trip on Tuesday, with their first stop being Washington.