At T-Mobile Arena on Thursday night, the odds were stacked against the home team. In the middle of a four-game losing streak, the Vegas Golden Knights faced the difficult challenge of playing the NHL’s top road team. After winning 3-2 in regulation, the Golden Knights took the lead and gained two valuable points in the rankings.
These are the game’s advantages and disadvantages.
+ This Was the Start Logan Thompson Needed
Following Wednesday’s loss to the Anaheim Ducks, social media was prepared to send Thompson to the American League, assuming Robin Lehner was available. With 32 saves, Thompson quiet the skeptics—at least for one game. Coach Bruce Cassidy and Thompson both needed to see this start.
— Bruce Cassidy, coach Unable to Finish a Press Conference without Mentioning Logan Thompson in a Negative Way
To be fair, coach Cassidy expressed great satisfaction with Thompson’s performance, therefore we don’t want this to become a negative coach Cassidy piece. “We will forfeit the shot we gave up for the first five-on-six goal of the day.” The goalie has to seal the post there to complete his shot. Coach Cassidy on the second goal of the game for the Kings.
Goaltenders have a difficult time handling the demands of their job under Coach Cassidy.
After Thursday’s victory, Thompson responded to a question I posed about how he managed the strain of the role. “This was the hardest month I’ve ever worked in.” Just taking a moment to reflect and be thankful that I play hockey. I have no idea how long I’ll play in the NHL or with the Golden Knights. I simply wear a smile when I arrive at the rink.Thompson made a very strong and sincere comment. Was it a sign of how Thompson saw his long-term future in Las Vegas?
+ Timely Start
It was evident that the Golden Knights were prepared for this game as they put pressure on the opposition from the opening shift.
