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Vegas Golden Knights get incredible news on Victor Olofsson’s return date

The Vegas Golden Knights are expected to have Victor Olofsson back against the Detroit Red Wings. Here's why his return matters for the Vegas Golden Knights.

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 8:08 PM
Vegas Golden Knights get incredible news on Victor Olofsson’s return date
Key Things to Know
  • Victor Olofsson will return to the Vegas Golden Knights' lineup on Thursday against the Detroit Red Wings.
  • Head coach Ryan Craig confirmed Olofsson will skate on the third line with Tomas Hertl and Trevor Connelly.
  • Olofsson had been sidelined since suffering an injury against the Seattle Kraken on Oct. 6.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Vegas Golden Knights winger Victor Olofsson is set to make his return from injury on Thursday against the Detroit Red Wings. Head coach Ryan Craig confirmed the news during a pre-game press conference, announcing that the Swedish forward will slot into the third line alongside Trevor Connelly and Tomas Hertl.

Olofsson had been sidelined since sustaining an injury against the Seattle Kraken on October 6. Before the injury, he recorded four goals and one assist in four games, providing an offensive boost for a Golden Knights team that has scored two or fewer goals in five of their last seven contests.

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