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
How to Watch Golden Knights vs. Predators: TV Channel and Streaming Options for March 21 Saturday’s NHL schedule features the Vegas Golden Knights (31-24-14) facing off against the Nashville Predators (31-28-9) in a matchup set for 2 p.m. ET at Bridgestone Arena. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ for viewers across the United States. The Golden Knights, currently ranked seventh in the Western Conference with 76 points, will look to maintain their position in the standings, while the Predators, sitting 10th in the same conference with 71 points, aim to climb higher. The matchup will be closely watched as both teams navigate the middle of the playoff race. The Golden Knights, known for their high-octane offense, will try to capitalize on their strong regular-season performance, while the Predators, who have shown resilience in recent weeks, will seek to solidify their standing in the conference. The game’s outcome could have implications for both teams’ playoff positioning, particularly with the NHL season entering its critical phase. Injury updates for the teams include several key players missing the matchup. For the Golden Knights, Jonas Rondbjerg, William Karlsson, and Adam Wilsby are all sidelined due to lower-body injuries, while Carter Hart is out with a leg injury. The Predators’ Juuse Saros is listed as day-to-day with an upper-body injury, which could affect their goaltending depth. These absences may force both teams to adjust their lineups and strategies, adding an element of unpredictability to the game. Odds for the matchup are available through BetMGM, with the Golden Knights slightly favored to win. However, the Predators’ recent performance and their ability to compete in tight games could make this a close contest.#nashville_predators #espn_plus #bridgestone_arena #vegas_golden_knights #data_skrive
Vegas Golden Knights Set for Crucial Clash Against Nashville Predators The Vegas Golden Knights (31-24-14) will face the Nashville Predators (31-28-9) in a pivotal matchup at Bridgestone Arena on Saturday at 11 a.m. PT, marking the conclusion of their season series. The game will be broadcast on Scripps Sports, with streaming available via KnightTime+ and radio coverage on FOX Sports Las Vegas 94.7/1340. Key player Jeremy Lauzon led the Golden Knights with six hits in their last game, continuing his impressive season with 206 hits, the most among NHL defensemen. The team also ranks fifth in the league for high-danger shots, with 607 recorded this season. Several players are on the verge of career milestones. Brett Howden is two games away from reaching 300 career games with the team, while Shea Theodore needs three assists to hit 300 in his Golden Knights tenure. On the broader scale, Mark Stone is four points from 700 career points, and Shea Theodore is six points shy of 400. Nic Dowd and Ivan Barbashev are also close to significant milestones, with Dowd needing seven points for 200 and Barbashev requiring eight assists for 200. The Golden Knights’ top scorers include Jack Eichel with 74 points (24 goals, 50 assists), Mitch Marner with 69 points (19 goals, 50 assists), and Mark Stone with 62 points (21 goals, 41 assists). Pavel Dorofeyev and Tomas Hertl round out the top five with 57 and 54 points respectively. The Golden Knights have excelled in penalty killing, maintaining a 95.8% success rate in their last nine games, allowing just one power-play goal. Keegan Kolesar, who leads the league with 241 hits, has recorded 41 hits in March alone, the fourth-highest total in the league.#nashville_predators #bridgestone_arena #vegas_golden_knights #scripps_sports #knighttime_plus
Nicolas Roy Traded to Avalanche by Maple Leafs for Conditional Draft Picks Nicolas Roy, a 29-year-old forward, was traded to the Colorado Avalanche by the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday. The Maple Leafs received a conditional first-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft and a conditional fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft as part of the deal. Roy, who has one year remaining on his $15 million, five-year contract with the Vegas Golden Knights, will become an unrestricted free agent after the 2026 season. Roy, who joined the Maple Leafs in July 2025 in a trade that sent Mitch Marner to the Golden Knights, has 20 points (five goals, 15 assists) in 59 games this season. His performance with the Maple Leafs has been notable, though the team has struggled this season, sitting seventh in the Atlantic Division with a record of 27-25-11. The Maple Leafs have lost six straight games since the Olympic break, extending their losing streak to 12 of 15 contests. The Avalanche, meanwhile, remain atop the NHL standings with a record of 41-10-9, holding a six-point lead over the Dallas Stars for first place in the Central Division. The team’s strong performance has made them a key player in the trade market, and the acquisition of Roy adds depth to their roster. Roy, who was selected by the Carolina Hurricanes in the fourth round (No. 96) of the 2015 NHL Draft, has accumulated 186 points (73 goals, 113 assists) in 428 regular-season games across the Hurricanes, Golden Knights, and Maple Leafs. He also contributed 32 points (10 goals, 22 assists) in 79 Stanley Cup Playoff games, including a championship with the Golden Knights in 2023. Toronto coach Craig Berube acknowledged the inevitability of the trade, stating, “We knew this was coming. It’s a tight-knit group in there. They won’t be happy about it.#colorado_avalanche #toronto_maple_leafs #carolina_hurricanes #vegas_golden_knights #nicolas_roy
