Golden Knights Defeat Canucks 3-1, Extend Dominance in Pacific Division

William Karlsson's decisive third-period goal powers Vegas to its sixth win in seven games, maintaining their division lead.

Vegas Golden Knights secured a 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks, with William Karlsson scoring the game-winning goal early in the third period.
Alex Pietrangelo and Brett Howden also contributed goals for Vegas, with Howden sealing the win with an empty-netter in the final minute.
The Golden Knights, well-rested after a three-day break, improved their December record to 6-1-0 and maintained their Pacific Division lead with a 21-8-3 overall record.
Vancouver, playing its third game in four nights, struggled offensively, managing only three shots on goal during a 34-minute stretch in the second and third periods.
Adin Hill made 19 saves for Vegas, while Kevin Lankinen, returning from illness, stopped 18 shots for Vancouver, which has now lost five of its last seven games.