The Vegas Golden Knights took a 3-1 series lead last night with a 4-2 win over the Winnipeg Jets in Game 4. Manitoba native Brett Howden was a big reason why, scoring his first two career Stanley Cup Playoff goals in the win. The VGK now have a chance to win the series on Thursday back in Las Vegas in Game 5. Today, Ashali Vise is back and she recaps the Game 4 win which includes a postgame conversation with Brett.
Apr 25, 2023•14 min•Season 6Ep. 9
After a dramatic double overtime win in Game 3, the Vegas Golden Knights look to grab a 3-1 series lead over the Winnipeg Jets in tonight's Game 4. Daren Millard joins the show today to prepare you for the game and let you in on his conversation with Brett Howden recapping what has been a wild week for the VGK forward.
Apr 24, 2023•16 min•Season 6Ep. 8
The Vegas Golden Knights grabbed a 2-1 series lead yesterday against the Winnipeg Jets thanks to a double overtime goal by Michael Amadio, his first Stanley Cup Playoffs goal. The Knights raced out to a 4-1 lead but a strong third period surge by Winnipeg forced the extra time, providing some tense moments before the Knights ultimately came out on top. Today, Dave Goucher and Darren Eliot join the show to discuss the roller coaster ride that was Game 3.
Apr 23, 2023•23 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Thursday's Game 2 victory for the Vegas Golden Knights didn't just tie the series, it also shifted the momentum to Vegas ahead of Game 3. Brian McCormack, the voice of the Henderson Silver Knights, joins today's show to explain how the VGK's big names helped grab the momentum and what it means for the team heading into Game 3 today.
Apr 22, 2023•23 min•Season 6Ep. 6
After a slow start in Game 2, the Golden Knights found their stride, scoring five goals in the final two periods to give them a 5-2 victory against Winnipeg. Dan D'Uva and Gary Lawless break down all the biggest storylines, with the most important being Mark Stone's impact, as the captain shook off his rust from Game 1 and registered two goals and three points in the third period to lead Vegas to victory.
Apr 21, 2023•31 min•Season 6Ep. 5
The Golden Knights had a day to recover and learn from their Game 1 loss on Tuesday. After their practice to prepare for their chance to bounce back in Game 2, VGK Insider Gary Lawless caught up with defenseman Alex Pietrangelo. Alex was thoughtful, calm, and confident heading into Game 2, and he and Gary discussed how his family keeps him grounded amidst the intensity of the postseason.
Apr 20, 2023•11 min•Season 6Ep. 4
The playoffs began for the Golden Knights last night but things didn't go as planned with Vegas dropping Game 1 to Winnipeg 5-1. Dave Goucher and Shane Hnidy join the show and offer a fresh reaction to the playoff opener recorded in the broadcast booth right after the end of the game. They detail what went wrong in Game 1 and draw on their own experiences to show why not to count the VGK out just yet. You'll also hear some highlights from the game as well as postgame reaction from head coach Bru...
Apr 19, 2023•17 min•Season 6Ep. 3
The playoffs have arrived, and Ashali Vise sets the stage for tonight's Game 1 matchup against Winnipeg, which features the return of Mark Stone. In addition to hearing from the captain, you get to listen in on Ashali's catch-up interview with Make-A-Wish recipient Annabelle Hanson, as well as her chat with VGK Senior Manager of Entertainment Experience Tyler Ferraro, who reveals some big plans to entertain fans both inside and outside T-Mobile Arena tonight.
Apr 18, 2023•18 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Kelly McCrimmon has an extended chat with Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan in Studio 31. The Golden Knights general manager reflects on reaching the playoffs in 2023 after missing postseason play in 2022. He reviews the Knights' regular season, how they implemented Bruce Cassidy's system, how they overcame injuries, and how different players contributed to a 51-win campaign. McCrimmon offers perspective on Vegas's goaltending prowess and the emergence of Laurent Brossoit as the Game 1 starter vs. Winni...
Apr 18, 2023•46 min•Season 6Ep. 101
Daren Millard checks in and updates us on the Golden Knights' playoff preparation leading up to tomorrow's opener vs Winnipeg. He spoke to head coach Bruce Cassidy about his mindset heading into the postseason and with Darren Eliot to discuss where Laurent Brossoit's game is at as he prepares for his first Stanley Cup playoff start.
Apr 17, 2023•21 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan mark 100 episodes of SLGND with a special on-location recording at Bar Canada in The D Hotel. Zach Whitecloud is the featured guest to discuss his perspective on this year's Golden Knights. Zach discusses his hockey roots, memorable experiences and teachable moments. The crew also talks hockey in the Las Vegas community with The D's VP of Operations Mike Palm. Episode 100 concludes with trade deadline talk and what to expect from Vegas's acquisitions.
Mar 03, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 6Ep. 100
Original Golden Knight William Carrier has followed one career season with another and has relished an elevated role. While earning respect from teammates with hard work on the ice, he's earned the reputation as team handyman off the ice. Carrier reveals what services he's performed for which teammates and how he learned to be mechanically adept from his dad, Andre. Will talks about becoming a dad himself, nutrition, fishing, construction, cars, Montreal, and more.
Feb 16, 2023•46 min•Season 6Ep. 99
Vegas rookie goaltender Logan Thompson joins Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan for a wide-ranging interview. Thompson, whose 18 wins are third most in the league, was selected as Vegas's representative for the 2023 NHL All-Star Game in Sunrise, Florida, Feb. 4. Thompson talks hockey, music, tattoos and more. The crew reacts to the interview and examines where Vegas stands halfway through the season. Plus, hear Bruce Cassidy and Paul Cotter offer their thoughts on Thompson's all-star honor.
Jan 06, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 98
Golden Knights captain Mark Stone joins Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan in Studio 31 for a wide-ranging conversation. The crew discusses the 7-2 start for Vegas, and then we listen back to sound from Phil Kessel's milestone week, with play-by-play, an interview with Phil Kessel Sr., and reaction from Phil himself.
Oct 30, 2022•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 97
Golden Knights newcomer Phil Kessel talks with former teammate Shane Hnidy about his career, how he's misunderstood, family, coming to Vegas and more. Shane, Dave Goucher and Dan D'Uva react to the interview, discuss how Kessel fits with the Knights and preview the 2022-23 season.
Oct 11, 2022•44 min•Season 6Ep. 96
From South Lake Tahoe, California, Dave and Gary are joined by two original Golden Knights defensemen, Brayden McNabb and Shea Theodore. The group talks about meeting fans along the #VGKRoadTrip, offseason activities and acclimating to a new coaching staff.
Aug 16, 2022•12 min•Season 6Ep. 95
An in-depth conversation with Bruce Cassidy, who was named Golden Knights head coach Tuesday after 14 years in the Bruins organization. Dave Goucher and Shane Hnidy ask Cassidy about the decision to join the Golden Knights, what he thinks of Las Vegas, his coaching principles and his relationship with New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick.
Jun 16, 2022•26 min•Season 6Ep. 94
Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan discuss the Golden Knights' fifth regular season, how the team fell short of a playoff berth, what was missing, where they can grow, and who will be central to the team's future. The guys also preview the Stanley Cup Playoffs and sort through their Jack Adams Award ballots.
May 03, 2022•48 min•Season 5Ep. 93
Vegas defenseman Brayden McNabb, who signed a three-year contract extension in February, reflects on his first five seasons with the Golden Knights. He joins Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan to discuss coming back from a 13-game injury absence, the playoff hunt, and more. The crew also discusses Vegas's five-game winning streak, the postseason picture, and what's ahead with 11 games remaining.
Apr 06, 2022•38 min•Season 5Ep. 92
The Golden Knights head coach talks with Dan and Gary about the coaching milestone, his path to a career in coaching and how he's learned to grow as a coach. DeBoer also talks about influences, music and books. Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan talk about the Golden Knights' recent play and other topics around the league.
Mar 03, 2022•57 min•Season 5Ep. 91
George McPhee, the Golden Knights' president of hockey operations, joins the crew for an extended conversation covering a special weekend in Las Vegas, hockey's growth, discovering talent, his greatest influences and book recommendations. Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan talk about where Vegas sits at the all-star break and what's on the horizon.
Feb 04, 2022•52 min•Season 5Ep. 90
How have the Golden Knights positioned themselves atop the Pacific Division and Western Conference? Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan talk through the Knights' recent games and what's led to a 10-3-1 stretch over the last month. Along with updates on injured players, the guys discuss schedule possibilities, trends around the league and upcoming VGK opponents.
Jan 06, 2022•47 min•Season 5Ep. 89
Jack Eichel joins Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan in Studio 31 for a wide-ranging conversation. Jack talks about joining the Golden Knights, his upcoming neck surgery, his favorite classic rock artists, his New England roots and more. The crew also discusses the Knights' recent road trip and the upcoming six-game homestand.
Nov 09, 2021•48 min•Season 5Ep. 88
Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan get together on the eve of Opening Day to discuss all things Golden Knights heading into the club's fifth season. They evaluate training camp, break down the roster and project how the standings will look at season's end.
Oct 12, 2021•58 min•Season 5Ep. 87
Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan are back to comb through the Golden Knights offseason roster changes. Is the current team better than last season? The guys examine which teams improved the most this summer and who will contend for division and conference supremacy. They also pose important questions facing Vegas heading into Season 5.
Aug 16, 2021•37 min•Season 5Ep. 86
How does Mattias Janmark help the Golden Knights? Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan talk about the newly-acquired forward and how he fits with Vegas, slotting in with Tomas Nosek and Alex Tuch on a revamped third line. As Marc-Andre Fleury scales the NHL record book, the crew puts his career in context and discusses how the Fleury-Lehner tandem has performed in 2021. Also in this episode: An air-travel story from Gary, a Janmark story from Dan and a post-trade deadline look around the league with 14 to ...
Apr 15, 2021•41 min•Season 4Ep. 85
Thirty-one games into the 2021 season, Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan examine how the Golden Knights have fared. With the trade deadline looming on April 12, the crew discusses where Vegas can improve. They also discuss the compressed schedule, matchups with West Division contenders, goaltending, officiating and more. They cap the show remembering career experiences reminiscent of the struggling Sabres.
Mar 27, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 84
After a 5-1-1 start, Vegas had three games postponed because of Covid. Now, with the team set to resume on-ice activity, where do they stand? Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan discuss all aspects of the team's play, how the club is handling Covid protocols and what to watch for next. Plus, surprises from around the NHL, Paul Bunyan attire, Gary's makeup brush, Rhode Island restaurants, snow and questions from fans in the mailbag.
Feb 03, 2021•52 min•Season 4Ep. 83
The fourth Golden Knights season begins today versus Anaheim, and it will be the club's first with a captain. Mark Stone was announced as Vegas's captain Wednesday and he shared his reaction, his thoughts about leadership and his goals for the year. Also hear from Kelly McCrimmon, Pete DeBoer and Brayden McNabb.
Jan 14, 2021•16 min
On the eve of the Golden Knights' fourth season opener, Daren Millard reports on all the topics facing Vegas as training camp concludes. Hear from Pete DeBoer, Robin Lehner and Marc-Andre Fleury.
Jan 13, 2021•9 min
