Golden Knights’ Howden, Hanifin Day-to-Day with Injuries vs. Bruins
The Vegas Golden Knights face challenges ahead of their home game against the Boston Bruins. Notably, forward Brett Howden and defenseman Noah Hanifin will be absent due to injuries. Both players are currently listed as day-to-day.
Injury Updates on Howden and Hanifin
Head coach Bruce Cassidy confirmed that Howden will not participate in tonight’s game, marking his second consecutive absence due to a lower-body injury. Last season, Howden enjoyed a career-high performance, scoring 23 goals and providing 17 assists, totaling 40 points across 82 games. This season, he has already netted one goal in three games.
Similarly, Noah Hanifin will miss his fourth straight game due to an undisclosed injury. In the previous season, he was a pivotal player for the Golden Knights, ranking third among skaters in average ice time and contributing 10 goals along with 29 assists for a total of 39 points. In his single appearance this season, he logged an impressive 24 minutes of ice time.
Impact on the Team’s Lineup
- Howden’s absence allows Cole Reinhardt to maintain his position on the fourth line.
- Hanifin’s spot will be filled by Ben Hutton, who will pair with Zach Whitecloud on the second defense line.
Goaltender Situation
In a positive development, goaltender Adin Hill has recovered from an injury sustained in a previous game against the Calgary Flames. He will serve as the backup to Akira Schmid tonight.
Upcoming Games
The Golden Knights are set to embark on a three-game homestand. Following the match against the Bruins, they will host the Calgary Flames on Saturday and the Carolina Hurricanes next Monday.
As a franchise, the Golden Knights have experienced considerable success, making the playoffs in four of their five seasons, including clinching the Stanley Cup in 2023. They aim to build on last year’s performance when they reached the second round before falling to the Edmonton Oilers, the eventual Stanley Cup finalists.
