NHL Hockey 8-Hour Briefing

Last updated: March 13, 2026, 6:56 AM ET

NHL Hockey

The Vegas Knights boosted their playoff push with a decisive 6-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday, as captain Mark Stone returned from a five-game absence due to an upper-body injury to ignite the offense. Stone's return proved pivotal, contributing significantly to the team's dominant performance in a game that extended their winning streak. Meanwhile, the Penguins' offense struggled to find consistent rhythm against a resilient Knights defense.

refers to the Knights' game result and Stone's impact.