Predators vs. Golden Knights: A Highly Anticipated Rematch

The Vegas Golden Knights (23-11-12) are gearing up for a thrilling rematch against the Nashville Predators (23-20-4) on Saturday at 7 p.m. at T-Mobile Arena. This marks the second encounter between these two formidable teams this season, promising a night of intense hockey action. The Golden Knights are looking to continue their momentum during this three-game homestand.

Broadcast Information

• TV: Scripps Sports (The Spot-Vegas 34 in Vegas; full network)
• Streaming: KnightTime+
• Radio: FOX Sports Las Vegas 94.7/1340 | Deportes Vegas 1460

Key Player Highlights & Milestones

Several players are on the verge of significant milestones. Pavel Dorofeyev is a force on the power play, ranking second in the NHL with 13 power-play goals. Mark Stone continues to shine, extending his point streak to 10 games with an impressive 17 points. Jack Eichel is also heating up, boasting seven points in his last two games and a seven-game point streak totaling 14 points, including two game-winning goals.

VGK Milestone Watch

• Jack Eichel – Nine assists away from 200 assists as a Golden Knight
• Shea Theodore – Ten assists away from 300 assists as a Golden Knight

Career Milestone Watch

• Shea Theodore – One game away from 600 career games
• Adin Hill – Two wins away from 100 career wins
• Colton Sissons – Two goals away from 100 career goals
• Pavel Dorofeyev – Five games away from 200 career games
• Noah Hanifin – Six games away from 800 career games
• Adin Hill – Eight games away from 200 career games
• Tomas Hertl – Ten points away from 600 career points
• Mitch Marner – Ten points away from 800 career points

Golden Knights Scoring Leaders

• Jack Eichel – 55 points (17G, 38A)
• Mitch Marner – 49 points (11G, 38A)
• Mark Stone – 46 points (17G, 29A)
• Tomas Hertl – 41 points (19G, 22A)
• Pavel Dorofeyev – 35 points (19G, 16A)

By the Numbers

• Mark Stone boasts a remarkable 1.53 points per game, ranking fourth in the NHL. Jack Eichel closely follows with 1.41 points per game.
• Eichel recorded his sixth four-point game as a Golden Knight, second-most in franchise history.
• The Golden Knights lead the league with eight third-period comeback wins this season.
• Vegas’s power-play percentage of 27.3% is the fourth best in the NHL.
• Mark Stone has recorded points in an impressive 90% of games played.

Last Time Out: A Thrilling Overtime Victory

Vegas showcased their resilience with a 6-5 overtime win against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday. The Golden Knights overcame multiple two-goal deficits, with Jack Eichel scoring the game-winning goal in overtime. Adin Hill earned the win in his return from injury. NHL.com provides comprehensive coverage of the game.

Season Series Recap

The Golden Knights previously faced the Predators on December 31, 2025, resulting in a 4-2 loss for Vegas. Despite the loss, Pavel Dorofeyev had a strong performance with two assists.

Opposition Update: Nashville Predators

The Predators arrive in Vegas with a 23-20-4 record. They recently defeated the Colorado Avalanche 7-3, handing them their first home regulation loss of the season. Key players for Nashville include Ryan O’Reilly (43 points), Filip Forsberg (35 points), and Steven Stamkos (33 points). Several Predators players will be participating in international competition, including Roman Josi (Switzerland), Filip Forsberg (Sweden), and Juuse Saros & Erik Haula (Finland).

Pacific Division Standings

• Vegas Golden Knights – 23-11-12, 58 points
• Edmonton Oilers – 23-17-8, 54 points
• Seattle Kraken – 21-16-9, 51 points
• San Jose Sharks – 24-20-3, 51 points
• Los Angeles Kings – 19-16-12, 50 points
• Anaheim Ducks – 23-21-3, 49 points
• Calgary Flames – 20-23-4, 44 points
• Vancouver Canucks – 16-26-5, 37 points

What a Vegas Victory Would Mean

• Mark the 385th win in franchise history
• Improve the Golden Knights’ all-time record against Nashville to 13-8-2
• Enhance the Golden Knights’ home record against Nashville to 7-6-0
• Extend the Golden Knights’ win streak to seven games

Keys to the Game

The Golden Knights need to maintain a team-first mentality, focusing on unselfish play and utilizing the entire ice. Spreading the scoring load and capitalizing on power-play opportunities will also be crucial for success. Coach Bruce Cassidy emphasizes the team’s hard work and unselfishness as key ingredients for continued success.