Knights announce opening-night foe for 2026-27 season opener

July 15, 2026 - 7:41 am The Vegas Golden Knights have revealed their season‑opening opponent for the 2026‑27 campaign. The club will launch its defense of the Western Conference title on Sept. 29 when it hosts the Chicago Blackhawks at T‑Mobile Arena. The announcement came via the team’s X account. Puck drop is set for 7:30 p.m. as part of an opening‑night tripleheader broadcast on ESPN. Earlier that day, the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes will welcome the Florida Panthers at 2 p.m. in Raleigh, North Carolina. At 5 p.m., an Original Six rivalry resumes when the New York Rangers travel to Boston to face the Bruins. The complete 2026‑27 NHL schedule is slated for release on Thursday.