Golden Knights open camp with 'unfinished business' after 2 wins short of the Cup

TRENDINGTNF preview: Lions at BillsNFL Week 2 picks vs. spreadUNC DC Belichick resignsWild story of Ole Miss QBs returnMLB playoff pictureStory byStory byGolden Knights open camp with 'unfinished business' after 2 wins short of the CupMARK ANDERSONThu, September 17, 2026 at 11:48 PM UTC·4 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesKnights return to the ice with clock tickingWith new coach Ryan Craig and the team's core intact, Vegas hopes to capture a second Stanley Cup in this, its 10th season as an NHL franchise.The Sporting TribuneCraig wastes no time getting his message acrossThe rookie head coach of the Golden Knights had 66 players on the ice Thursday as training camp opened at the team's practice facility in Summerlin.The Sporting TribuneThe Golden Knights, They Are A-Changin’: 3 Biggest Questions Heading Into Training CampThe leaves are changing, there’s a nip to the air, and pumpkin spiced lattes are out in full force. All those things, and a back-to-school Target special, signal that hockey is just a stone’s throw away.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsAdvertisementAdvertisementEmotional Leader Stone Talks Contract, Future Plans, Endorses Shortened PreseasonWhen Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone spoke with the media following day one of Training Camp, he was in high spirits. And why wouldn’t he be? He’s just five days removed from signing a brand new two-year, $9 million AAV contract extension.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsMcCrimmon: ‘The Organization Shifted’ When Golden Knights Acquired ‘Original Leader’ StoneVegas Golden Knights General Manager Kelly McCrimmon doesn’t mince words. He speaks with conviction, and he means every word he says.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden Knights3 Underlying Questions for the defending Western Conference champion Golden Knights as they open traning campRyan Craig navigates a high-stakes coaching transition as Vegas battles depth concerns and durability issues to keep their Stanley Cup window open for another championship run.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsWhy the Golden Knights Are Giving Their First-Round Pick an Early NHL LookThe Vegas Golden Knights are giving 2026 first-round pick Arttu Piiparinen an early opportunity to experience NHL training camp and learn firsthand what it will take to reach the league.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsThe Fighting Days Are Over: Former Golden Knights Enforcer RetiresRyan Reaves, one of the NHL’s most recognizable fighters and a key figure in the early Golden Knights era, has officially hung up the gloves at 39 after a memorable 962-game career.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsSabres GM says team needs to put breakout season behind themBUFFALO — In his remarks to the Sabres as training camp got underway Wednesday, general manager Jarmo Kekalainen stressed they must put last season’s breakout 50-win, 109-point season behind them. In winning the ultra-competitive Atlantic Division and ending their NHL-record 14-year playoff drought, the Sabres morphed into a legitimate Stanley Cup contender and became the league’s darling. ...Niagara Gazette, Niagara Falls, N.Y.Nathan MacKinnon Defends Jared Bednar After Watching Carolina Stay The CourseNathan MacKinnon defended Jared Bednar while pointing to Carolina’s Stanley Cup triumph as inspiration for the Avalanche to stay the course without standing still.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalancheNHL Coach Firing Odds Put Todd McLellan on the Hot SeatDetroit Red Wings coach Todd McLellan leads current NHL coach firing odds, though the situation isn't entirely his fault. The post NHL Coach Firing Odds Put Todd McLellan on the Hot Seat appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYRed Wings Cup Window Is Opening, The Athletic SaysThe Athletic put Detroit in its window-opening tier despite the Yzerman and Larkin drama. #RedWingsDetroit Sports NationVegas Golden Knights Recall Juho Piiparinen From FinlandIn a rather unexpected move, the Vegas Golden Knights have brought Juho Piiparinen to North America right after drafting him 29th overall this past summer.Piiparinen, an 18-year-old defenseman, started the 2026-27 season with Tappara in the Finnish Liiga, but now, according to CBS Sports, the Golden Knights have recalled him and state that he will […] The post Vegas Golden Knights Recall Juho Piiparinen From Finland appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYCarolina Hurricanes Announce New Alexander Nikishin News Amid Trade SpeculationIt’s an exciting time across the National Hockey League, as teams are set to begin training camp this week in preparation for the upcoming season. And there has been no shortage of storylines coming from the defending Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes. The biggest piece of news is in regard to D-man Alexander Nikishin, who […] The post Carolina Hurricanes Announce New Alexander Nikishin News Amid Trade Speculation appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYCanadiens Unlikely to Land $18 Million Center on Trade BlockThe Montreal Canadiens are not expected to land a long-time target to help fix their second-line center problems. The post Canadiens Unlikely to Land $18 Million Center on Trade Block appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYCarolina Hurricanes Announce Eric Robinson News During Training CampThursday, September 17, is an important day on the NHL calendar, as teams across the league have begun the training camp portion of their season. That is the case for the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes. After the lengthy title run, the Canes are dealing with a handful of injuries, but all things considered, […] The post Carolina Hurricanes Announce Eric Robinson News During Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYNHL offseason grades as training camps get underwayNHL training camps are getting underway. Here are grades on how all 32 teams fared during the offseason.USA TODAY SportsThe Penguins begin training camp with raised expectations and a dash of uncertaintySidney Crosby seems at peace with his contract status as his 22nd season with the Pittsburgh Penguins begins. Same goes for teammate Erik Karlsson, though for slightly different reasons. While both future Hall of Famers are entering the final year of their current deals, their prospects of playing together beyond this season are uncertain as an abbreviated training camp begins.Associated PressFive random thoughts as the Penguins begin training campThis is one of those days where I have a few thoughts bouncing around but I am not sure any of them are enough for a full, dedicated article. So you’re getting a bunch of random thoughts just emptied out of my head for your consumption as the Pittsburgh Penguins open training camp. 1. Does […]SB NationHorcoff Only Interested in Red Wings’ FutureWith the goings-on of the past few months, it’s been easy to portray the Detroit Red Wings as some sort […]Detroit Hockey Now