The Golden Knights had depth scoring from Brayden McNabb and Tanner Pearson to get out to an early 2-0 lead, and their goals carried VGK to a 4-1 victory over the defending Cup champion Panthers. Jack Eichel scored a goal on a breakaway and Tomas Hertl hit an empty net to round out the scoring. It was a physical game in which Florida outhit VGK 36-14 VGK started Adin Hill, who played well and only allowed one goal on a deflection. VGK did not score a power play goal for the first time in nine games. We talk about Alex Pietrangelo backing out of the 4 Nations Face-Off. And, a VGK Quarter Century Team?? Why?