Stone Returns with Goal, But Knights Fall in Shootout to Senators

Mark Stone Returns, but the Golden Knights Fall to the Senators in an Exciting Game

Las Vegas – Mark Stone, captain of the Golden Knights, returned to action after being out for more than a month due to a wrist injury. Stone scored a tying goal in the third period, taking advantage of a power-play situation, but the Vegas Golden Knights suffered a 4-3 shootout loss against the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday. This loss brought Vegas to a 1-8 record in games decided in overtime. Although the Golden Knights have earned points in seven of their last eight games, four of them have been overtime losses. Stone, who was placed on the injured list on October 20, had accumulated 13 points in his first six games before suffering the injury.

It’s good to have his energy back. He’s a leader. It’s just nice to have him back. He makes our team better.

Bruce Cassidy, Coach

Stone had been training with the Golden Knights’ affiliate team in the American Hockey League, in Henderson, Nevada.

If I hadn’t had that, I’d probably be looking more towards Friday. Everything is healed. I had the practices I needed. I’m ready to play.

Mark Stone

Stone, who was on the top line before the injury, played center on the third line against the Senators, with Mitch Marner moving to the wing. Braeden Bowman, a 22-year-old rookie, remained on the top line with Jack Eichel and Ivan Barbashev. This is not the first time that Stone, 33 years old, has suffered injuries in recent seasons. Last season, he played 66 games, his highest number since the 2018-19 season.

Every injury is frustrating. I don’t enjoy rehabilitation. Unfortunately, I’ve become good at it. I understand the best way to approach it, but no rehabilitation is fun. I don’t wish it on anyone. I’m excited to be back.

Mark Stone