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Golden Knights Sign Forward Holtz to $1.675M Deal

10/8/2025

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Summary

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Vegas Golden Knights forward Alexander Holtz signed a two year contract worth $1.675 million before the season opener.
Holtz, 23, joined after a first season, posting 4 goals and 12 points in 53 games.
Acquired from the New Jersey Devils in June 2024; 23 goals, 46 points in 163 NHL games.
The Knights waived defenseman Jeremy Davies to make room for Holtz.

History

Historical Context

The NHL granted an expansion franchise to the Vegas Golden Knights on June 22, 2016, marking the league's first expansion since 2000. During the 2017 NHL expansion draft, the Knights selected 30 players, leading to a historic inaugural season with 51 wins and a playoff appearance, underscoring a shift towards competitive roster building in the league.

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Story summary

Vegas Golden Knights forward Alexander Holtz signed a two year contract worth $1.675 million before the season opener.
Holtz, 23, joined after a first season, posting 4 goals and 12 points in 53 games.
Acquired from the New Jersey Devils in June 2024; 23 goals, 46 points in 163 NHL games.
The Knights waived defenseman Jeremy Davies to make room for Holtz.

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