Sunday night’s blockbuster acquisition of Max Pacioretty is the latest step in Golden Knights general manager George McPhee’s revamping of the team’s second line.
Erik Haula was on the unit last year alongside David Perron and James Neal, both of whom departed via free agency this summer.
Pacioretty likely will play wing on the second line alongside fellow newcomer Paul Stastny in the middle.
Alex Tuch is the leading candidate to join them as the Knights try to improve a group that struggled defensively last season.
Haula, who spoke to reporters Tuesday during the Knights’ charity golf tournament at Bear’s Best, doesn’t sound ready to concede his spot days before camp officially opens.