However, unlike 2017-18 where they embarked on a deep run all the way to the Stanley Cup Finals, it was a disappointing early exit for the Vegas Golden Knights who gave up a 3-1 series lead and four goals in five power play minutes to bow out of the Second Round to the San Jose Sharks.
As big a blow as that setback was though, it does give the tandem of General Manager Kelly McCrimmon and President of Hockey Operations George McPhee more time to fine-tune a roster that looks destined to lift a Stanley Cup sooner rather than later.