Golden Knights, Bruce Cassidy start strong in 1st season together

Golden Knights' team photo commemorates Phil Kessel's 990th consecutive game played. The Knights have won two games in a row, including Tuesday night's game at SAP Center. They are 8 games into their 82-game season and have a 6-2 record.

Golden Knights are winning their first game of the season. Bruce Cassidy's system is working well. The Knights allow the fewest goals per game in the NHL. They give up the 10th-fewest high-danger scoring chances per 60 minutes at five-on-five.

The Knights have been disciplined in their games. They have taken the second-fewest penalties in the NHL. The team is still working to translate that discipline to the scoreboard. They are tied for the 17th in penalties drawn (28) after ranking last a season ago.

The Knights have had a full complement of players available every other game this season. The team has been able to overcome injuries that plagued them last season, unlike in the previous years. The Golden Knights are starting their first season well. They are currently 7-0-1.