Golden Knights open homestand with 4-1 victory over defending champion Panthers

Vegas Golden Knights center Ivan Barbashev (49) and Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad (5) vie for the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in Las Vegas.

Vegas Golden Knights center Ivan Barbashev (49) and Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad (5) vie for the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)


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LAS VEGAS — Adin Hill made 32 saves, Tanner Pearson had his first game-winning goal of the season and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Florida Panthers 4-1 on Sunday night. The Golden Knights came in losers of seven of their last nine and got a much-needed victory over the defending Stanley Cup champions to open their three-game homestand. Brayden McNabb, Jack Eichel and Tomas Hertl also scored for Vegas, and Nic Roy had three assists. Anton Lundell scored for Florida, and Spencer Knight stopped 22 shots. The Golden Knights reclaimed sole possession of first place in the Pacific Division, moving a point in front of Edmonton.

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