3 reasons why Trevor Connelly making the Golden Knights’ lineup makes perfect sense

First-round draft pick Trevor Connelly is projected to secure a spot in the Vegas Golden Knights' forward lineup ahead of the upcoming NHL season. According to lineup projections from Daily Faceoff, the 20-year-old forward is slotted to play alongside veterans Tomas Hertl and Victor Olofsson.

The potential placement alongside Hertl and Olofsson provides the California native with experienced goal-scoring support as he aims to make the roster for Opening Knight. The projection highlights Vegas's potential forward depth as the team prepares for the regular season.