Gerard Gallant prefers to have a right-hand shot playing in front of the net on the power play.
But without many righties to choose from, the Golden Knights coach is giving forward Ryan Carpenter an opportunity in that role.
Carpenter was on the No. 2 unit for Friday’s preseason game against the Los Angeles Kings at T-Mobile Arena after practicing with the group at the morning skate.
“It doesn’t mean he’s going to be on that power play opening night, but he’s working with it in front of the net,” Gallant said Friday. “I like him for the way he’s dependable … and he scored some big goals for us last year.