Vegas hockey is back, and the preseason opener against Utah’s Mammoth arrives with training camp trimmed by eight days.
The Golden Knights are back on the ice, and this year’s training camp is arriving with a different feel. According to FOX5 Vegas, general manager Kelly McCrimmon said the camp has been shortened by eight days, a change that puts more pressure on the early days and makes every rep matter as the preseason opener against the Mammoth approaches.
For Las Vegas fans, the timing is a reminder that hockey season is almost here. The Knights have built a loyal following across the valley since their arrival, and the first preseason test gives locals an early read on how the roster is coming together after a compressed camp.
FOX5 Vegas reported McCrimmon framed the shorter schedule as part of the team’s preparation, but the practical effect is simple: less time, fewer chances to sort out lines and systems, and a quicker path to game speed. That can be a challenge for veterans and newcomers alike.
For residents who plan their fall around T-Mobile Arena, the preseason opener is the first real marker that the sports calendar is turning. By the time the puck drops, the conversation will shift from camp chatter to the questions that matter most: who is ready, who is healthy and how quickly the Knights can find their rhythm.