Most analytics “believers” would consider the Vegas Golden Knights to possess something like the fifth-best offense in the NHL. According to MoneyPuck.com, they have the following 5-on-5 stats:
- 2nd-highest goals-for per 60 minutes
- 2nd-highest xG per 60 (measures offensive shot quality based on shot location)
- 2nd-highest shot attempts per 60
- 1st in high-danger shots for
- 3rd-most hits taken (indicator of puck possession)
- 28th-most giveaways
These indicate a team that’s able to possess the puck constantly, and has the confidence to convert this possession into a high volume of shots.