Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Misses practice with illness
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Karlsson missed Wednesday's practice because of an illness, according to Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Karlsson is still probable for Game 3 on Thursday. It would be a big loss for Vegas if he isn't able to play, especially given that he's provided 10 goals and 15 points in 19 playoff contests this year. If Karlsson isn't available Thursday, then Teddy Blueger might draw into the lineup for the first time since May 25.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Leads Vegas with three points
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Karlsson scored two goals and registered an assist in Vegas' 6-0 victory over Dallas in Game 6 on Monday.
Karlsson went through a bit of a quiet patch from May 21-27 in which he was limited to one point (a goal) over four contests, but that mini-slump is clearly behind him. He's up to 10 goals and 14 points in 17 playoff outings this year. His first marker Monday, which gave Vegas a 2-0 edge midway through the first period, was also his first power-play goal of the postseason.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Opens scoring Thursday
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Karlsson scored a goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Stars in Game 4.
Karlsson redirected a pass from Reilly Smith into the net at 4:17 of the first period. This was Karlsson's third goal of the Western Conference Finals, and he's up to eight tallies and three assists through 15 playoff outings. The center has added 33 shots on net, 12 hits, 13 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating while playing key minutes in all situations.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Contributes two goals in Game 1
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Karlsson collected two goals in a 4-3 overtime win over Dallas in Game 1 on Friday.
Karlsson is up to seven goals and 10 points in 12 playoff outings this year. He's been particularly effective lately, providing three goals and an assist during his current three-game point streak. Dallas took a 1-0 lead into the first intermission, but Karlsson tied the contest midway through the second period and then scored again early in the third frame to put Vegas up 2-1.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Pots empty-netter to seal win
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Karlsson scored into an empty Edmonton net Sunday, sealing a 5-2 Game 6 win for Vegas.
The empty-net goal was Karlsson's first of the second round. Given his strong playoff track record, managers have hoped for more from the 30-year-old center. Through 11 postseason games, Karlsson's up to five goals and eight points.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Generates power-play helper in win
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Karlsson logged a power-play assist and four shots on goal in Friday's 4-3 win over the Oilers in Game 5.
Karlsson ended a three-game point drought with the helper on Reilly Smith's goal in the second period. Through 10 playoff contests, Karlsson has four goals and three assists, with his helper Friday being his first contribution with the man advantage. He's added 23 shots on net, nine hits, eight blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in his typical middle-six role.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Contributes assist
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Karlsson provided an assist, fired three shots on goal and blocked two shots in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Oilers in Game 1.
Karlsson set up Michael Amadio for a go-ahead goal in the first period. While he scored four times in five first-round games, Karlsson's usually been more of a playmaker in his career. He has six points, 14 shots on net, six blocked shots, seven hits and a plus-4 rating through six postseason contests.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Lights lamp again Thursday
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Karlsson scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Jets in Game 5.
Karlsson scored four goals and added an assist over five games in the Golden Knights' 4-1 series win over the Jets. The 30-year-old center typically is more of a playmaker, but he's showing off his finishing skill in the postseason. He's added 11 shots on net, seven hits, four blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in the playoffs.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Tallies in win
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Karlsson scored a goal in Monday's 4-2 win over the Jets in Game 4.
Karlsson put the Golden Knights ahead 2-1 at 13:32 of the second period. The 30-year-old center has scored three times on nine shots and added one assist through four playoff contests. He continues to provide solid offense and a veteran presence on the second line.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Earns one of each in win
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Karlsson scored a goal on three shots, added an assist, logged two hits and went plus-2 in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Jets.
Karlsson got the Golden Knights on the board in the second period and also set up the second of Mark Stone's two goals in the third. With two goals, one assist, five shots on net and seven hits through two playoff outings, Karlsson is making his impact felt. The 30-year-old center should continue to see top-six minutes, and it looks like he could make the most of them.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Scores lone goal in loss
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Karlsson scored a goal on two shots and added five hits in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Jets in Game 1.
Karlsson got the Golden Knights on the board at 15:49 of the second period, but that was it for their offense. The center enjoyed a productive 2022-23 with 53 points in 82 regular-season games, though he was limited to a goal and seven assists over the last 12 contests to close out the campaign. The 30-year-old should remain on the second line at even strength and receive playing time in all situations.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Dishes pair of assists
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Karlsson logged two assists, six shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Kraken.
Karlsson's playmaking was on full display as he orchestrated plays leading to both of Michael Amadio's tallies. This was Karlsson's second two-assist game in his last seven outings, though he's come up empty in the other five games in that span. The center is up to 14 goals, 39 assists, 160 shots on net and a plus-14 rating through 81 contests.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Picks up two helpers Monday
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Karlsson registered two assists in Vegas' 4-3 shootout win over Minnesota on Monday.
Karlsson has 14 goals and 51 points in 77 appearances this season. This is the first time he's reached the 50-point milestone since 2018-19, though he's still well behind his career highs of 43 markers and 78 points from 2017-18. Karlsson went through a bit of a cold patch over his previous five contests, recording a goal and an assist in that span.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Nets shortie in loss
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Karlsson scored a shorthanded goal in Tuesday's 7-4 loss to the Oilers.
Karlsson snapped his six-game goal drought with first-period marker. He picked up four assists over that span, and he's been consistent with three goals and eight helpers over 14 games in March. The center has earned five shorthanded points for the third time in his career. He's at 14 goals, 49 points, 146 shots and a plus-7 rating through 74 outings overall.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Earns power-play helper
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Karlsson logged a power-play assist and two shots on goal in Saturday's 4-3 overtime win over the Oilers.
Karlsson has four helpers over his last six games. His helper Saturday was his first power-play point since Jan. 22, as he hasn't been very successful working on the second unit lately. For the season, the 30-year-old center has 13 goals, 48 points (nine on the power play), 145 shots on net and a plus-7 rating through 73 appearances.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Produces pair of helpers
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Karlsson logged two assists and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Canucks.
Karlsson helped out on tallies by linemates Reilly Smith and Pavel Dorofeyev in this contest. With two goals and seven assists through 11 games in March, Karlsson is playing some of his best hockey of the season. The 30-year-old center is up to 47 points -- his highest total since 2018-19 (56). He's added 140 shots on net, a plus-7 rating, 44 hits and 42 blocked shots in a second-line role through 71 contests.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Sets up tying goal
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Karlsson registered an assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 7-2 loss to the Flames.
Karlsson found Reilly Smith for the Golden Knights' second tally, which briefly tied the game at 2-2. Through nine games in March, Karlsson has two goals and five assists. The veteran center is up to 45 points, 139 shots on net and a plus-6 rating through 69 outings, providing solid secondary offense on the second line.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Two points in 600th game
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Karlsson tallied a goal and an assist in Sunday's 5-3 victory over the Blues.
Karlsson opened the scoring midway through the first period before assisting on Pavel Dorofeyev's game-winner in the third. Karlsson now has points in three straight games and six points (two goals, four assists) in his last seven contests. The 30-year-old center is up to 13 goals and 31 assists through 67 games this season.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Slides helper in Saturday's win
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Karlsson notched an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Hurricanes.
Karlsson has done fairly well to begin March, logging a goal and three helpers over six contests. It matches his point total from all of February, when he had four assists in nine games. The veteran center is up to 12 goals, 30 helpers, 131 shots on net, 42 hits, 39 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating through 66 appearances. This season is the first time he's reached the 30-assist mark since 2019-20.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Nets shorthanded goal
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Karlsson scored a shorthanded goal on four shots in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Lightning.
Karlsson snapped his 15-game goal drought with a shortie in the second period. The 30-year-old center managed seven assists and 32 shots on net during his drought. He's rarely been much of a goal-scorer, having reached the 20-goal mark only twice in his career. He's unlikely to get there this year -- for the season, Karlsson has 12 tallies, 29 helpers, 129 shots on net and a plus-1 rating, with eight power-play points and four shorthanded points through 65 outings overall.
