Reaves leads pregame demonstration
Wing to guide team’s protest for racial equality
The Golden Knights became the latest team to demonstrate for racial equality before their NHL exhibition game Thursday. that we all have. I think that’s going to be important.”
AHL start date
The Silver Knights could play their first game as soon as Dec. 4.
The revised start date for the 202021 American Hockey League season was announced by president and CEO Scott Howson on Thursday and approved by the league’s Board of Governors during its annual meeting.
The league did not announce whether fans would be able to attend games and said in a statement that details regarding the schedule are still to be determined. AHL teams rely heavily on ticket and sponsorship sales to generate revenue.
The Silver Knights serve as the top minor league affiliate for the Golden Knights and will play at Orleans Arena during construction of a new arena at the site of the former Henderson Pavilion.
Gamer gear
William Karlsson doesn’t mess around when it comes to video games.
The center brought a new, 20-inch monitor on the plane to Edmonton and has it set up in his hotel room to go with his Playstation.
“It fits perfectly on the little desk in the room,” Karlsson said.
The Knights arrived Sunday, and Karlsson said he’s logged plenty of hours playing “Call of Duty: Warzone” during his downtime.
“I’m real good,” he deadpanned, drawing laughter from Theodore.
Pacioretty update
Left wing Max Pacioretty remains in Las Vegas as he recovers from a “minor injury.”
It is unclear whether the Knights’ leading scorer during the regular season will be available for the start of the round robin Monday against Dallas.
“Not here yet, but improving quickly,” Deboer said. “That’s about all I have.”
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