The Vegas Golden Knights are set to face the Carolina Hurricanes on October 20, 2025, at T-Mobile Arena, with the puck dropping at 10 p.m. ET, and the game will be broadcast on ESPN+. Currently, the Golden Knights have an impressive record of 4-0-2, placing them second in the Western Conference with 10 points. The Hurricanes, boasting an undefeated record of 5-0, lead the Eastern Conference with the same point total.
Fans eager to catch the action can check in for the matchup, but they’ll also want to be aware of current injury statuses that may impact both teams’ lines. For the Golden Knights, defenseman Noah Hanifin and forward Brett Howden are listed as day-to-day due to undisclosed and lower body injuries, respectively. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes will be without goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov and defenseman Jaccob Slavin, both out due to lower body injuries. Shayne Gostisbehere is also a concern for Carolina, as he is day-to-day with a lower body issue.
Key players are making significant impacts for both teams. Jack Eichel of the Golden Knights has accumulated 15 points in just six games, showcasing his offensive prowess with five goals and ten assists. In goal, Adin Hill has faced ten goals against him, holding a 2.86 goals-against average with 75 saves to his credit. On the other side, Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis is enjoying a breakout season with eight points in five games, including six goals and two assists. Goaltender Frederik Andersen has made 62 saves while conceding seven goals, resulting in a 2.3 goals-against average and an .899 save percentage.
As both teams prepare for this exciting matchup, fans can expect a competitive game with significant playoff implications this early in the season. The momentum from their respective strong starts makes this a must-watch event for hockey enthusiasts.