Today’s tilt against Buffalo marks the first of a long eight-game road trip for the Vegas Golden Knights, who won’t return home until Feb. 13.
Vegas is currently riding a three-game losing streak and they will need to snap that tonight or risk losing further ground in an ultra-competitive Pacific Division.
However, it won’t be easy against a Sabres team who are fighting for their postseason lives in a stacked Atlantic Division.
And, on that note, let’s delve into some storylines we think will be worth keeping an eye on through the Vegas Golden Knights’ showdown with the Buffalo Sabres…
Storyline 1 – Marchessault’s Return
After missing five games with a lower-body injury, Jonathan Marchessault looks set to return for the Vegas Golden Knights after the forward took part in line rushes earlier today.