Golden Knights at Avalanche Projected Lineups The Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche are set to face off in their upcoming matchup, with both teams releasing their projected lineups for the game. The Golden Knights, currently sitting at 36-26-17, will take on the Avalanche, who have a strong record of 52-16-10. The lineups reflect the teams’ strategic approaches to the game, with key players expected to take the ice. For the Golden Knights, the top line features Ivan Barbashev, Jack Eichel, and Mark Stone, a trio known for their offensive prowess. Brett Howden, Mitch Marner, and Pavel Dorofeyev form the second line, combining speed and skill. Brandon Saad, Tomas Hertl, and Colton Sissons make up the third line, offering a balance of power and playmaking. Cole Smith, Nic Dowd, and Keegan Kolesar will be on the fourth line, while Brayden McNabb and Shea Theodore form the fifth line. On defense, Noah Hanifin and Rasmus Andersson will anchor the blue line, with Jeremy Lauzon and Ben Hutton providing support. Several players are scratched for the game, including Akira Schmid, Kaedan Korczak, and Reilly Smith. Injuries also affect the team, with Alexander Holtz (upper body) and William Karlsson (lower body) listed as injured. The absence of these players will likely shift the team’s focus to depth and versatility. The Avalanche’s projected lineup includes Artturi Lehkonen, Nathan MacKinnon, and Martin Necas on the top line, a combination of experience and scoring ability. Gabriel Landeskog, Brock Nelson, and Valeri Nichushkin form the second line, while Ross Colton, Nicolas Roy, and Joel Kiviranta make up the third line. Parker Kelly, Jack Drury, and Logan O’Connor will be on the fourth line, with Devon Toews and Sam Malinski forming the fifth line.#colorado_avalanche #vegas_golden_knights #jack_eichel #ivan_barbashev #mark_stone
Nashville Predators edge Vegas Golden Knights 1-0 in early game The Nashville Predators took an early lead against the Vegas Golden Knights, securing a 1-0 victory in their March 21 matchup at Bridgestone Arena. Steven Stamkos opened the scoring just 40 seconds into the game with a one-timer off the face-off, beating Akira Schmid to give Nashville the advantage. The Predators, ranked third in the Western Conference with 71 points, entered the game on a two-game winning streak, most recently defeating the Seattle Kraken 3-1 on March 19. Their playoff chances remain slim, with a 32.7% chance of making the postseason according to Money Puck. A win over the Golden Knights would boost that probability to 43.1%. Vegas, meanwhile, has struggled in recent weeks, suffering two consecutive shutouts. The Golden Knights dropped a 2-0 decision to the Buffalo Sabres on March 17 and a 4-0 loss to the Utah Mammoth on March 19. Their 3-7 record in their last 10 games has pushed them to third place in the Pacific Division. Jack Eichel leads the Golden Knights with 24 goals and 50 assists in 61 games, but the team’s recent performance has been inconsistent. The Predators’ goaltending situation remains uncertain, as Juuse Saros is listed as day-to-day with an upper-body injury. If Saros is unavailable, Justus Annunen will start for the second consecutive game, with Matt Murray as the backup. The Predators’ early goal set the tone for the game, and Nashville’s defense held strong to secure the win. The result highlights the Predators’ ability to capitalize on opportunities, while the Golden Knights’ struggles continue to mount. The game was broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network, with streaming options available via FUBO and ESPN+ outside the Nashville market.#nashville_predators #bridgestone_arena #vegas_golden_knights #akira_schmid #jack_eichel
