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Golden Knights Extend Dominance, Beat Sharks 4-3

11/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the San Jose Sharks 4-3 on November 29, 2025, at T-Mobile Arena.
Tomas Hertl of the San Jose Sharks scored twice.
Will Smith of the San Jose Sharks scored two goals in his 100th NHL game.
Carl Lindbom of the Vegas Golden Knights made 18 saves for his first NHL victory.
The Knights have nine straight wins over San Jose, improving to 29-2-5 all-time.

History

Historical Context

The Vegas Golden Knights joined the NHL in 2017, marking the league's first expansion in 17 years. This followed a history of failed hockey franchises in Las Vegas, including the Las Vegas Thunder and Wranglers. The Golden Knights quickly gained popularity, reaching the Stanley Cup Finals in their inaugural season and winning the championship in 2023, showcasing hockey's growth in non-traditional markets.

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Story summary

The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the San Jose Sharks 4-3 on November 29, 2025, at T-Mobile Arena.
Tomas Hertl of the San Jose Sharks scored twice.
Will Smith of the San Jose Sharks scored two goals in his 100th NHL game.
Carl Lindbom of the Vegas Golden Knights made 18 saves for his first NHL victory.
The Knights have nine straight wins over San Jose, improving to 29-2-5 all-time.

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