Eichel hits 700 points as Golden Knights beat Blackhawks in Ryan Craig’s first game behind the bench

TRENDINGWild-card series updatesLiberty sweep top-seeded LynxGiants release OBJNFL Power RankingsWeek 4 Waiver WireStory byStory byEichel hits 700 points as Golden Knights beat Blackhawks in Ryan Craig’s first game behind the benchW.G. RAMIREZWed, September 30, 2026 at 5:30 AM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesGolden Knights Open Season With New Coach, Familiar ExpectationsThe Golden Knights open the 2026-27 season with a new coach, plenty of familiar stars and high expectations after reaching the Stanley Cup Final last season.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsTST Best Bets: September 29, 2026The Las Vegas Golden Knights open their 2026-27 season at home against the Chicago Blackhawks tonight.The Sporting TribuneBottom six forward group may be key to Knights' successTrevor Connelly makes his NHL debut Tuesday playing on Vegas' third line with Tomas Hertl and Victor Olofsson.The Sporting TribuneAdvertisementAdvertisementBlackhawks vs. Golden Knights: Opening Night, Lineups, Preview, & Watch Game 1Welcome to the start of the 2026-27 regular season, hockey fans! We’ve officially made it. After a 10-day training camp […] The post Blackhawks vs. Golden Knights: Opening Night, Lineups, Preview, & Watch Game 1 appeared first on Chicago Hockey Now .Chicago Hockey NowTalented Golden Knights Rookie Scores Goal in NHL DebutIn their 10 years of existence, the Vegas Golden Knights have seen their fair share of talented players come through the organization. The NHL’s second-youngest franchise has rostered skilled goalscorers, elite playmakers, and even future Hall of Fame goaltenders. The one thing they aren’t used to is talented rookies.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsGolden Knights Starting Over, but Fueled by ‘Unfinished Business’A certain energy has crackled in the air at City National Arena throughout training camp and the preseason. There is a hunger, a sense of urgency that has nothing to do with the shortened preseason. And everyone in the Vegas Golden Knights organization, from the players to the head coach to the general manager, speaks of unfinished business.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsJack’s Daily: Blackhawks Opening Night; Slaggert Clears; Bedard VideoThe wait is officially over! Welcome to the opening day of the 2026-27 season, hockey fans. The Chicago Blackhawks are […] The post Jack’s Daily: Blackhawks Opening Night; Slaggert Clears; Bedard Video appeared first on Chicago Hockey Now .Chicago Hockey NowHow to watch Blackhawks vs Golden Knights: Live Stream NHL, TV channelThe Vegas Golden Knights come off a Stanley Cup Final run with another new coach and a leaner roster as they host the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday night as the NHL opens the 2026-27 season. 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They seem to have shaken up the forward lines on the eve of the season.The Hockey News - Chicago BlackhawksNHL power rankings as 2026-27 season opens: Who will challenge for Stanley Cup?The 2026-27 NHL season is about to get underway and 31 teams are trying to unseat the champion Carolina Huirricanes. Who's the top team?USA TODAY Sports