Reuters, LAS VEGASAfter splitting the first two games of the NHL Western Conference Finals with the Jets in Winnipeg, Canada, the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday returned home to a heroes’ welcome and put on a show worthy of their spot near the Las Vegas Strip with a 4-2 win. The victory pushed the Golden Knights’ advantage to 2-1 over the favored Jets in the best-of-seven series as the team continue to defy the odds in their inaugural season with the support of their vocal and colorful fan base. Fans were just getting situated when Golden Knights center Jonathan Marchessault scored just 35 seconds into the contest, unleashing a deafening roar from the raucous crowd who waved white “battle towels” throughout the contest. “We all came here with the right mindset,” Neal told reporters after the win. “Whether you have three Stanley Cups or your first time in the playoffs, everyone has something to prove.”The Knights host the Jets in Game 4 today.

Source: Taipei Times May 17, 2018 15:56 UTC