SportSpyder - The Latest Vegas Golden Knights Podcasts

Why did VGK's power play collapse during the Cup Final

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:33:44 GMT

We look at reasons why the VGK power play collapsed during the Stanley Cup Final. VGK's scoring percentage with the man advantage in the Cup Final was just 11.1%. During the regular season, the Golden Knights were ranked sixth on the power play. What will Ryan Craig do to fix the power play in his initial season? It appears Houston is next up in expansion. But it won't be for another four years. And, Chris turns back the clock to a decade ago with the first NHL open house in Las Vegas.

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Carter Hart's Contract Year

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:48:30 GMT

Carter Hart has a lot to prove in the final year of his two-year contract. He started all 22 games in the playoffs last season and enters the season as VGK's top goalie. Hart has earned more than $16m in his career and is banking on a solid season before free agency. His checkered past with Team Canada could hold him back from making a lot of money as a free agent next summer. He will be looking for a long-term contract and will be 28 years old this season. We talk about goalie tandems - and VGK needs to be stronger in the net this season. The defensive structure has to tighten up as well to help its goaltenders. And, it's WTF day with your comments.

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VGK times market perfectly before salary explosion

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:48:23 GMT

The Golden Knights, in Vegas parlance, played their cards right. They signed Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner to contract extensions before the latest market explosion. Macklin Celebrini inked a five-year extension yesterday worth $18.8m AAV. The Golden Knights signed its two superstars - Eichel $13.5 AAV, Marner $12 million, before massive contracts exploded. Leo Carlsson, Connor Bedard and now Celebrini have signed huge deals recently. We discuss who we feel might be the first Golden Knight to sign a mega-deal. And, Alexander Holtz' name keeps appearing on projected lineup lists.

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SinBin.vegas Podcast #358: #29

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:03:51 GMT

Annual SWOT analysis of the VGK organization

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:57:56 GMT

We explore the Golden Knights Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats in this excercise

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Joel Ward makes history as HSK head coach - is NHL ready for real change?

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:53:20 GMT

We address whether Joel Ward can smash barriers and become just the second black head coach in the NHL. According to The Athletic, which did a recent feature on Ward, in the more than 100 years of its existence, there has been only one black head coach hired and that was Dirk Graham in 1998. Ward said he wants to become an NHL head coach. He was promoted to head coach of the Henderson Silver Knights of the AHL following Ryan Craig's promotion to the Golden Knights. Ward has been an assistant in both in AHL and NHL with the Golden Knights organization. We look at what was the best offseason move by VGK. And, is Patrik Laine worth a PTO in Las Vegas.

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Torts speaks out, says he'd like to coach again...Now!

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:49:25 GMT

John Tortorella explained in a recent interview that he wanted to stay with VGK to finish business here in Las Vegas. But he says Kelly McCrimmon told him within a minute of meeting with him that Ryan Craig was going to coach the Golden Knights moving forward. Tortorella said he liked the team and came to Las Vegas to build the team's confidence. He stabilized the VGK locker room. Torts also explains why he blew off the press conference that cost him $100,000 and VGK had to forfeit its second round pick. Adin Hill's contract is one of the top worst contracts in the league according to the Athletic. And, we discuss whether Ryan Reaves would be a good fit for his final season with VGK.

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Marner's agent ignites old Maple Leafs wounds

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:49:58 GMT

Mitch Marner's agent Darren Ferris opens some old wounds saying Toronto didn't always have Mitch Marner's back and Marner basically got screwed on his entry level contract. Ferris blasted the Leafs organization on a recent Puck Pedia Podcast. He said issues began with the first Entry Level Deal when performance bonuses were left out. But we ask why, after eleven years, is his agent bringing this up now? Ferris said Marner was made out to be the villain in the end in Toronto. We talk about some comments Bruce Cassidy made about Pavel Dorofeyev recently. And how Doro will be under a microscope in New York. And it's WTF Day with comments from our fans.

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VGK has 4th easiest schedule this season

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:02:44 GMT

VGK will have the fourth easiest schedule this upcoming season. We thought the schedule was favorable when it first came out, but this reinforces what we thought. The Edmonton Oilers will have the easiest schedule in the Pacific Division. Toronto has the toughest schedule in the league. We discuss what we believe is Victor Olafsson's ceiling and floor. We realize he will start on the third line, but we could see him moving up in the lineup at times. Olafsson will also be utilized on the power play due to his lethal one-timer. And, we discuss Keegan Kolesar's new role in Detroit.

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McCrimmon gambles on top-six

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:03:09 GMT

Kelly McCrimmon is gambling on his top six. The Golden Knights are top-heavy and could be lacking some balance heading into the season. VGK is betting on its future to fill in some gaps this season. But the third and fourth lines, as they stand now, do not seem like they can produce a lot of scoring punch. The Golden Knights could be relying on Ryan Craig's developmental touch for the first time in team history. We also discuss how Mitch Marner has become a model citizen in Las Vegas. And, the impact of Dallas Stars cornerstone Jason Robertson signing a one year deal.

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All things Pavel Dorofeyev - Crossover with Locked On Rangers

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Focus on Pavel Dorofeyev and the impact of the trade to the Rangers, what we feel he can do in New York, and the void left with VGK since his departure.

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Unproven Craig ranked low in THN coaches poll

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:44:07 GMT

Ryan Craig was ranked 30th out of 32 NHL head coaches in the annual poll by The Hockey News. Craig is still an unproven assistant in NHL circles. He will have to earn respect in his head coaching stint. He could stabilize the Golden Knights locker room and find success this season. He knows both the veterans and prospects. We discuss who could benefit the most with Craig's arrival. And we look at who we feel could lead this team in goals this season.

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Adin Hill Positive Regression

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:01:02 GMT

We dive into Adin Hill's stats and whether he can rebound from a poor season. Was this past season part of a decline or was it just a fluke season with the Golden Knights? Is there a redemption season ahead? Currently Hill is still a VGK team member. We know that Kelly McCrimmon believes Hill can bounce back next season, but he also has been publicly shopping Hill, and there have been no takers so far due to Hill's poor play coupled with his high salary. It's the Dog Days of Summer so we talk about some of our VGK Dawgs from this past season. And VGK had 6 of the top 10 hitters in the post-season and had a top ten team in hits this past season.

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VGK schedule is favorable for Craig's first season

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:49:03 GMT

The Golden Knights have fewer back-to-backs, shorter road trips and schedule that sets them up for a fast start. The NHL released its schedule for the upcoming season Thursday. VGK has just eight back-to-backs (Pittsburgh leads the league with 15.) The Golden Knights will not be playing five-game road swings this season, although they have five, four-game road trips. And the schedule is favorable overall for first year head coach Ryan Craig. We have our circled games for the upcoming season. And, WTF is back with your comments.

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Craig FLEXES ultimate leverage, forces VGK's hand to become head coach

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:56:45 GMT

Ryan Craig basically outmaneuvered the Golden Knights. He had all the leverage to become VGK's new head coach. His contract with AHL Henderson ran out and George McPhee said this week that teams were inquiring about wanting to interview the on-the-rise coach for head coaching positions. When it came down to it, Craig held all the cards. It was either hire him as the head coach now, or he would leave for another opportunity. Ultimately John Tortorella was sent packing, and Craig takes over the reins as the Golden Knights head coach. VGK will open with the Conor Bedard-less Chicago Blackhawks on opening night. The remainder of the NHL schedule will be released today. And we discuss what the impact of an 84-game schedule might have on an aging VGK roster.

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SinBin.vegas Podcast #357: Summertime Recap

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:51:42 GMT

MALARKEY: Golden Knights McPhee unveils real reasons behind Bruce Cassidy, John Tortorella fallout

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:56:13 GMT

George McPhee appeared on the Cam and Strick podcast Tuesday and answered a lot of questions about the organization starting with the hiring of John Tortorella and the firing of Bruce Cassidy, who McPhee, the President of Hockey Operations, finally admitted Cassidy lost the locker room. There were a lot of interesting topics covered and we have reactions on today's episode. McPhee said Tortorella never should have blown off the post-game presser after the Game 6 Anaheim win, which cost VGK a second round draft pick. We discuss how Bill Foley set the organization up for success. And McPhee says the Golden Knights are a team of second chances.

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VGK was hit hard by the Olympics with eight players on national rosters

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:20:42 GMT

There was a huge impact with the Olympic games for VGK with eight players representing five countries. It took a while for VGK to return to normalcy with five players in the Gold Medal game. VGK defeated the Kings in the first game back, but proceeded to lose six of seven games and it eventually cost Bruce Cassidy his job. Cassidy was also affected by participating with Team Canada. There was also a condensed schedule with VGK playing 18 games in 35 days, We also discuss the damage created by John Tortorella when he was the interim coach, including blowing off the presser after Game Six vs the Ducks. And we explore the possibility of Ryan Craig playing Marner and Eichel together more often on the top line.

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VGK lacks forward depth

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:08:34 GMT

The Golden Knights have to fill some holes at forward spots this offseason - either internally or through trades. Competition in camp and throughout the early season should provide some answers, but VGK is still looking to fill a wing spot vacated by Pavel Dorofeyev, two wingers on the third line and a bottom-six utility role. The youth has to step up at this time of the season. VGK doesn't have the necessary depth on paper at this time of the off-season. There are concerns with camp a couple of months away. We discuss remaining free agents who could fit into VGK's lineup, and we NBA expansion is a hot topic and Bill Foley is politicking to be part of the ownership group.

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Major areas of concern heading into the season

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:06:09 GMT

We list our major areas of concern heading into the season and every one of them ties into roster turnover, coaching fit and whether VGK can replace 37 Pavel Dorofeyev goals. The Golden Knights also have some aging veterans in their lineup and we need to see if the team has chemistry, especially early in the season. We compare the current roster with last year's roster around this time. And it's time for WTF - What the Friday with chirps and comments.

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VGK makes more moves than usual in "Trade Era"

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:45:40 GMT

The Golden Knights made four trades already this post-season. A league-wide trend saw 83 players dealt in a 13-day span. Kelly McCrimmon explained to the mdeia that a lot of teams were forced to make trades this season against the rising cap and a lack of top players in free agency. McCrimmon was able to shed salary and restock draft picks. We discuss how John Tortorella unlocked Mitch Marner in the short time he was here as Marner had 29 points in the playoffs to lead all players. And we talk about HC Ryan Craig retaining the coaching staff, save one position. All three key coaches returned.

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GAMECHANGER: Marner Energized VGK, Left Leafs Reeling

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:14:17 GMT

Craig Berube said this week that he thought Mitch Marner was the emotional leader of the Toronto Maple Leafs. And he said he felt the Leafs missed his energy this past season. The Leafs failed to make the playoffs and Berube lost his job behind the bench. Berube said Marner brought the energy and emotion to the game. He said he consistently brought emotion and energy to the game - in practice and during games. We saw Marner's energy here in Las Vegas in his initial season. John Tortorella unlocked playoff Marner, as he led all scorers with 29 playoff points. We discussed some of the areas the Golden Knights can improve on this season. It's a copycat league so we discuss what VGK can basically steal from the Hurricanes that was successful in the playoffs. And, Chris Gawlik has some concerns about season ticket prices as the salary cap rises.

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Will McCrimmon retain salary in an Adin Hill trade?

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:12:28 GMT

The Golden Knights apparently are still trying to shop goalie Adin Hill. A report that surfaced yesterday said that teams are asking for VGK to retain part of Hill's salary. Kelly McCrimmon has said in the past that he wouldn't retain salary for any player. Even though McCrimmon gave Hill a vote of confidence last week, he still is looking for a trade to get some more assets perhaps and the Golden Knights are trying to move up Carl Lindbom from the AHL. The Golden Knights are also facing another decision with William Karlsson, who like Mark Stone, heads into his contract year. Karlsson has been injury plagued but still managed nine points with Mitch Marner in the playoffs. And VGK signed defenseman Lukas Cormier, a depth piece who can contend for playing time in a battle for the seventh defenseman spot.

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VGK hits pause on Mark Stone contract talks

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:04:06 GMT

The Golden Knights and Mark Stone have not discussed future plans for the VGK Captain. Stone enters his contract year without any assurance the team will extend him. He carries a $9.5 million cap hit currently and a national outlet reported this weekend the talks have now been put on the backburner. Stone has missed 170 games during his 7 seasons with the Golden Knights. The Anaheim Ducks now have four days to decide if they want to match the Flyers offer sheet for Leo Carlsson. It would come at a hefty price of 5-years and $90-million. The Ducks would get four, first round draft picks if they don't match the sheet. And, we discuss what is next for VGK.

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Replacing Dorofeyev's 37 goals

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:48:59 GMT

We break down how the Golden Knights could make up for the 37 regular season goals that Pavel Dorofeyev scored this past season, before he was traded to the Rangers. We are in agreement that it could be by committee, with everyone having to step up their game. Kelly McCrimmon mentioned Dorofeyev picked up the scoring when Jonathan Marchessault left the franchise two seasons ago. Dorofeyev stepped up his game and scored 72 goals over two seasons. And this season he scored 20 power play goals. Chris makes a strong case for why VGK should re-sign Reilly Smith. His stats were strong and he probably has a chip on his shoulder after being scratched throughout the playoffs. And, we have our WTF segement with your comments.

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