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Golden Knights ‘excited to play for real’ following short preseason

Preseason is already in the books for the Vegas Golden Knights, wrapping up after four games and less than two weeks of training camp. The season opener is Tuesday.

By Danny Webster · Vegas Review Journal

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 3:03 PM

Key Things to Know

The Vegas Golden Knights finished their four-game preseason ahead of Tuesday's regular-season opener against Chicago.
A new collective bargaining agreement reduced preseason length and limited veterans with 100 games to two appearances.
Annual fitness testing was eliminated under the new CBA, requiring players to report in top condition independently.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The Vegas Golden Knights concluded their shortened four-game preseason schedule and are preparing to open the regular season on Tuesday against Chicago. The condensed training camp lasted under two weeks and was implemented under the new collective bargaining agreement that took effect September 16, 2026.

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Golden Knights ‘excited to play for real’ following short preseason

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