Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Garners helper in Game 5
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Karlsson put up an assist and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 9-3 win over the Panthers in Game 5.
Karlsson set up Reilly Smith's tally in the second period. That goal stood as the game-winner, and it was fitting that it was generated by three original Golden Knights -- Shea Theodore also had an assist on the play. Karlsson flew a bit under the radar compared to his teammates, but he finished the postseason with 11 goals, six assists, 44 shots on net and a plus-11 rating in 22 appearances.
Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Tallies in Saturday's win
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Karlsson scored a goal and blocked two shots in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Panthers in Game 4.
Karlsson's second-period marker stood as the game-winner despite the Panthers' late push. The tally was his second point in four games in the Stanley Cup Finals. Karlsson has been a reliable center at both ends of the ice this postseason with 11 tallies, five helpers, a plus-9 rating, 44 shots on net and 19 blocked shots through 21 appearances.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Set to play Thursday
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Karlsson (illness) is expected to be in the lineup for Game 3 on Thursday.
Karlsson missed Wednesday's practice because of the illness, but he was back on the ice Thursday and said afterwards that he feels good. He has 10 goals and 15 points in 19 playoff contests this year. Karlsson is projected to play on a line with Reilly Smith and Michael Amadio in Game 3.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Misses practice with illness
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Karlsson missed Wednesday's practice because of an illness, according to Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Karlsson is still probable for Game 3 on Thursday. It would be a big loss for Vegas if he isn't able to play, especially given that he's provided 10 goals and 15 points in 19 playoff contests this year. If Karlsson isn't available Thursday, then Teddy Blueger might draw into the lineup for the first time since May 25.
Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Leads Vegas with three points
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Karlsson scored two goals and registered an assist in Vegas' 6-0 victory over Dallas in Game 6 on Monday.
Karlsson went through a bit of a quiet patch from May 21-27 in which he was limited to one point (a goal) over four contests, but that mini-slump is clearly behind him. He's up to 10 goals and 14 points in 17 playoff outings this year. His first marker Monday, which gave Vegas a 2-0 edge midway through the first period, was also his first power-play goal of the postseason.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Opens scoring Thursday
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Karlsson scored a goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Stars in Game 4.
Karlsson redirected a pass from Reilly Smith into the net at 4:17 of the first period. This was Karlsson's third goal of the Western Conference Finals, and he's up to eight tallies and three assists through 15 playoff outings. The center has added 33 shots on net, 12 hits, 13 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating while playing key minutes in all situations.
Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Contributes two goals in Game 1
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Karlsson collected two goals in a 4-3 overtime win over Dallas in Game 1 on Friday.
Karlsson is up to seven goals and 10 points in 12 playoff outings this year. He's been particularly effective lately, providing three goals and an assist during his current three-game point streak. Dallas took a 1-0 lead into the first intermission, but Karlsson tied the contest midway through the second period and then scored again early in the third frame to put Vegas up 2-1.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Pots empty-netter to seal win
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Karlsson scored into an empty Edmonton net Sunday, sealing a 5-2 Game 6 win for Vegas.
The empty-net goal was Karlsson's first of the second round. Given his strong playoff track record, managers have hoped for more from the 30-year-old center. Through 11 postseason games, Karlsson's up to five goals and eight points.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Generates power-play helper in win
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Karlsson logged a power-play assist and four shots on goal in Friday's 4-3 win over the Oilers in Game 5.
Karlsson ended a three-game point drought with the helper on Reilly Smith's goal in the second period. Through 10 playoff contests, Karlsson has four goals and three assists, with his helper Friday being his first contribution with the man advantage. He's added 23 shots on net, nine hits, eight blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in his typical middle-six role.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Contributes assist
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Karlsson provided an assist, fired three shots on goal and blocked two shots in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Oilers in Game 1.
Karlsson set up Michael Amadio for a go-ahead goal in the first period. While he scored four times in five first-round games, Karlsson's usually been more of a playmaker in his career. He has six points, 14 shots on net, six blocked shots, seven hits and a plus-4 rating through six postseason contests.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Lights lamp again Thursday
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Karlsson scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Jets in Game 5.
Karlsson scored four goals and added an assist over five games in the Golden Knights' 4-1 series win over the Jets. The 30-year-old center typically is more of a playmaker, but he's showing off his finishing skill in the postseason. He's added 11 shots on net, seven hits, four blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in the playoffs.
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Golden Knights' William Karlsson: Tallies in win
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Karlsson scored a goal in Monday's 4-2 win over the Jets in Game 4.
Karlsson put the Golden Knights ahead 2-1 at 13:32 of the second period. The 30-year-old center has scored three times on nine shots and added one assist through four playoff contests. He continues to provide solid offense and a veteran presence on the second line.
