The Vegas Golden Knights face off against the Minnesota Wild on March 6, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena. This marks the start of a two-game homestand for the Golden Knights. The game has a scheduled puck drop at 7 p.m.
Broadcast Details
- TV: Scripps Sports (The Spot-Vegas 34)
- Streaming: KnightTime+
- Radio: FOX Sports Las Vegas 94.7/1340 | Deportes Vegas 1460
Special Event: AAPI Knight
On this night, the Golden Knights will host their second annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Knight, presented by William Hill. Fans can expect a festive pregame march featuring a Chinese dragon through Toshiba Plaza, leading into The Fortress.
Various AAPI organizations will have displays and activities throughout the plaza. Online personality Mari Takahashi will ring the pregame siren, while vocalist Kim Woosung “Sammy” from The Rose will sound the siren to signify the start of the third period. Merchandise themed around AAPI culture, including t-shirts and hoodies, will be available at The Arsenal and The Armory.
Team Stats and Milestones
As of March 6, the Golden Knights have a record of 29-19-14. They have accumulated a total of 72 points this season. Key players include:
- Jack Eichel: 69 points (21 goals, 48 assists)
- Mitch Marner: 62 points (17 goals, 45 assists)
- Mark Stone: 60 points (21 goals, 39 assists)
- Pavel Dorofeyev: 49 points (29 goals, 20 assists)
Recent Performances
The Golden Knights recently secured a 4-3 overtime victory against the Detroit Red Wings. Mitch Marner led with three points, while Rasmus Andersson contributed significantly with two assists. This win marks the 57th overtime victory for the franchise, placed fifth among all NHL teams since the team’s inception in 2017-18.
Season Series Against the Wild
This matchup against the Wild concludes the season series. Previously, the Golden Knights have struggled, holding a record of 0-1-1 against them this season. In their first meeting on November 16, 2025, they lost 3-2 in overtime, with goals from Dorofeyev and Smith. In their second encounter on December 29, 2025, the Wild triumphed 5-2.
Wild Overview
The Minnesota Wild currently sit third in the Central Division with a record of 36-16-10, totaling 82 points. They are on the road for two games, having recently defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-1 after a loss to the St. Louis Blues.
Kirill Kaprizov leads the Wild with 75 points (35 goals, 40 assists), closely followed by Matt Boldy with 72 points. Quinn Hughes contributes significantly with 61 points (6 goals, 55 assists).
Keys to the Game
- Maintain Energy: The Golden Knights must sustain their momentum for the full 60 minutes.
- Roster Boost: With new additions like Cole Smith and Nic Dowd, the team enhances their physicality and depth.
A victory against the Wild would not only bring the Golden Knights closer to their 400th franchise win but also improve their all-time record against Minnesota to 16-13-2.
