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Vegas Golden Knights' Captain Mark Stone Out with Injury

10/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Mark Stone, captain of the Vegas Golden Knights, is sidelined with a week-to-week wrist injury.
Coach Bruce Cassidy confirmed Stone will not travel on the upcoming three-game road trip.
In the Calgary Flames game, Stone had two goals and two assists before the third-period injury.
Stone ranks second in the NHL with 13 points.
Brandon Saad will replace him on the top line against the undefeated Carolina Hurricanes.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded to Las Vegas in 2017 with the introduction of the Golden Knights, marking the first major professional sports franchise in the city. This followed a 2016 approval for the team, reflecting the league's strategy to tap into non-traditional markets. The Golden Knights' rapid success, including Mark Stone's standout performance, underscores the growing commercial viability of hockey in the U.S.

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Story summary

Mark Stone, captain of the Vegas Golden Knights, is sidelined with a week-to-week wrist injury.
Coach Bruce Cassidy confirmed Stone will not travel on the upcoming three-game road trip.
In the Calgary Flames game, Stone had two goals and two assists before the third-period injury.
Stone ranks second in the NHL with 13 points.
Brandon Saad will replace him on the top line against the undefeated Carolina Hurricanes.

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