Mark Stone Cleared for Playoffs, Bolsters Golden Knights' Roster

As the NHL playoffs approach, the Vegas Golden Knights activate key players from injury, sparking debate over salary cap management.

Mark Stone and Alex Pietrangelo return to full-contact practice ahead of the NHL playoffs, enhancing the Golden Knights' lineup.
Stone's return from long-term injured reserve (LTIR) allows Vegas to utilize salary cap loopholes, drawing scrutiny.
The Golden Knights secured crucial trades by placing Stone on LTIR, acquiring top players like Anthony Mantha and Tomas Hertl.
General Manager Kelly McCrimmon emphasizes the legitimacy of Stone's injury and the NHL's oversight in LTIR decisions.
The team's health improvements, including the return of Chandler Stephenson and William Carrier, are pivotal as playoffs begin.