Hertl delivers late to lift Knights past Penguins 3-2
Ryan Craig juggled his lineup and it resulted in a come-from-behind road win.
In a dramatic finish to their back-to-back games, the Vegas Golden Knights secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Coach Ryan Craig made a bold lineup decision, moving Brett Howden up with Jack Eichel and Mark Stone, while Carter Hart was replaced by Adin Hill. Craig's strategic adjustments paid off as Vegas secured the win.
Tomas Hertl sealed the game with a timely power play goal just 32.8 seconds from the end, propelling the Knights to a 3-2 triumph. Despite facing a 5-0 losing streak, the Golden Knights fought back with a gritty performance. Their defensive efforts, particularly the stellar penalty kill, proved instrumental in neutralizing the Penguins' power play opportunities.
Mark Stone and Jack Eichel also contributed to the win, while Ivan Barbashev and William Karlsson played key roles in the early stages. Golden Knights' star, Carter Hart, showcased his resilience, stopping 23 of 25 shots. With the win, the Knights advanced to a 2-0 advantage in the season series against Pittsburgh.
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