Brandon Saad netted a quick goal 18 seconds into the third period, leading the Vegas Golden Knights to a decisive 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. With this win, Vegas not only extended their winning streak to three games but also seized sole possession of the Pacific Division's top spot, two points ahead of the Edmonton Oilers. Saad, who joined the Golden Knights recently, has scored twice in five games, a notable improvement from his stint with the St. Louis Blues.

Ivan Barbashev added another for Vegas, marking his first goal since mid-December. Tomas Hertl also contributed to the scoreline while Brett Howden facilitated two assists, showcasing the team's offensive depth. Adin Hill was solid in goal, saving 32 shots and preserving the lead during crucial moments, including a remarkable series of stops in the third period. The Canucks struggled despite Jake DeBrusk scoring his 300th career point. Key players like Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes were limited due to injuries, impacting Vancouver's performance.

Tomas Hertl clinched a late-game victory for the Vegas Golden Knights with a goal just 70 seconds remaining, securing a 4-3 triumph over the Boston Bruins. This marked the Knights' second consecutive win following a tough four-game stretch. Mark Stone and Pavel Dorofeyev also contributed to the scoreboard, while Zach Whitecloud added another goal. Brad Marchand of Boston reached his 20th goal in the 12th straight season, with assists from Nikita Zadorov and Morgan Geekie, who also found the net.

The Bruins initially led 3-1, but the Golden Knights rallied back in the second period. Marchand kickstarted the scoring, but the Knights answered with back-to-back goals, showing resilience and determination to clinch the win. This match showcased the competitive nature of both teams, with notable performances marking the evening.

Tomas Hertl scored a crucial goal with just 70 seconds remaining, helping the Golden Knights secure a 4-3 victory against the Boston Bruins. This win marked their second consecutive victory after a four-game losing streak. Mark Stone and Zach Whitecloud contributed with goals, while Pavel Dorofeyev also found the net. The Bruins initially led 3-1 thanks to goals from Brad Marchand, Nikita Zadorov, and Morgan Geekie, with Jeremy Swayman making 34 saves. However, Whitecloud's late goal shifted momentum, leading to Dorofeyev's equalizer and Hertl's game-winner.

Cole Sillinger returned to the lineup after an upper-body injury to score the game-winning goal just 52 seconds into overtime, leading the Columbus Blue Jackets to a 2-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. Adam Fantilli, in his 100th NHL game, also scored for Columbus, while Elvis Merzlikins made 25 saves. Tomas Hertl netted his 20th goal of the season for Vegas, extending his point streak to 11 games. Despite a strong start from the Golden Knights, Columbus held strong defensively and secured a crucial win, maintaining their competitive edge with points in 10 of their last 12 games.

The Golden Knights and the Edmonton Oilers are now tied for first place in the Pacific Division with 68 points. Meanwhile, Merzlikins' victory marked his 87th career win, tying him with Joonas Korpisalo for third-most in Blue Jackets history. Columbus now prepares to face Utah, while Vegas heads to New York to take on the Rangers.

Wyatt Johnston showcased his exceptional skill by scoring just 20 seconds into overtime, completing a natural hat trick and leading the Dallas Stars to an impressive 4-3 comeback victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. The Stars rallied from a 3-1 deficit, marking their fourth win in five games. Johnston's performance solidified his status as a rising star, having previously recorded a hat trick against the San Jose Sharks last season.

Mavrik Bourque contributed with a goal, while Roope Hintz provided two assists, and goalie Jake Oettinger made 25 saves to secure the victory. The Golden Knights' efforts included contributions from Jack Eichel and Pavel Dorofeyev, both of whom scored goals, alongside Tomas Hertl's goal that extended his point streak. The game also saw Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen exit after sustaining an injury during the game. This comeback was particularly notable for the Stars, who had previously struggled when trailing after two periods, holding a record of 0-13-0 in such situations prior to this match. The Golden Knights, who had been dominant with a 19-2-0 record when leading after two periods, experienced an unexpected downfall.