Knights’ Captain Stone Exits with Apparent Wrist Injury in Victory Over Flames

LAS VEGAS — The Vegas Golden Knights’ impressive form took a potential blow on Saturday night as captain Mark Stone left the game against the Calgary Flames with an apparent wrist injury.

Stone, who had two goals and two assists before his exit, has had trouble avoiding injuries in recent seasons. Before this season, he had played more than 65 games only twice in the last five years. His 66 games last season were his most since appearing in 77 games in the 2018-19 season.

Injury Timeline and Impact

• Stone suffered the injury in the third period of the Golden Knights’ 6-1 victory over the Flames.
• He left the ice around the midway point of the third period and then headed to the locker room.
• The severity of the injury is not yet known.

Stone’s Six-Game Point Streak

Leading up to the injury, Stone was riding a hot streak. In his last six games, he had two goals and 11 assists, demonstrating his immense value to the Golden Knights’ offense.

Looking Ahead

While there’s no immediate word on Stone’s recovery timeline, the Golden Knights will undoubtedly be monitoring the situation closely. Stone’s absence, if significant, would be a notable blow to Vegas’ playoff push. The team will hope for a swift recovery for their captain.

Did you know?

This isn’t the first time Stone has had to deal with injuries; last season, a back injury limited him to just 66 games.

Pro Tip

Follow the Golden Knights’ official accounts for real-time updates on Stone’s status and other team news.

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