Glass was the Knights’ first-ever draft pick at sixth overall in 2017 and expectations have been high for him since. The playmaker debuted in the team’s 2019 season opener and immediately became a power-play weapon. He’s still searching for consistency at five-on-five. Glass’ first season was cut short by a knee injury but he returned for his sophomore campaign healthy. He also bulked up in the offseason so he could compete more in puck battles.

Jurco is a journeyman who has talent but has been plagued by back issues. The Knights are his fourth organization in eight years. His 22 goals in 213 NHL games show he has talent but he hasn’t been on the ice consistently enough to put it on display.

Karlsson, nicknamed “Wild Bill,” was one of the Knights’ immediate success stories and quickly became a fan favorite. The speedy center scored 43 goals and 78 points the team’s inaugural season after mainly being a depth player early in his career. Karlsson hasn’t kept up that offensive pace in subsequent years, but he’s still been one of the Knights’ most valuable all-around players. He brings tremendous defensive value and is one of the best penalty killers in the NHL.

When Stone arrived at Ottawa Senators training camp in September 2014, nothing special was expected of the 22-year-old forward. As a third-year pro, he played 23 games for Ottawa and 91 with Binghamton of the American Hockey League after graduating from Brandon of the Western Hockey League. Four goals and eight points certainly weren’t much of an indication that Stone was a budding NHL star. But during the next eight months, Stone not only developed into a star, he became something of a phenomenon.

Marchessault looms large in the Knights’ dressing room despite his short stature. The winger has been one of the team’s vocal leaders since he was selected from the Florida Panthers in the 2017 expansion draft. Marchessault is one of the top two scorers in Knights’ history along with William Karlsson but plays responsible defensively as well. He, Karlsson and right wing Reilly Smith have tremendous chemistry together.

Roy was a surprise contributor during the Knights’ 2020 run to the Western Conference Final as a rookie. The big-bodied forward can play center or wing and has filled a variety of roles in the bottom six. He’s one of the team’s most consistent penalty killers as well. It would be a huge boost for the Knights if he could tap into more of his offensive ability.

The Knights’ decision to trade for Stephenson on Dec. 3, 2019 was one of the best in franchise history. He was struggling to carve out a bottom-six role with the Washington Capitals when the move happened. Since then, he’s received tons of playing time in the Knights’ top six and made the most of it. Stephenson’s speed and forechecking ability make him valuable in all situations. He also found a perfect role for himself centering left wing Max Pacioretty and right wing Mark Stone.

Carrier, an original Golden Knight, has been a mainstay among the team’s bottom-six forwards. The speedy winger has a knack for drawing penalties by moving his feet. He also hits more per shift than nearly any other player in the NHL. Carrier scored a career-high 19 points in the 2019-20 season, which earned him a four-year contract extension. He’s a former second-round pick the team took in the 2017 expansion draft from the Buffalo Sabres.

Nosek has played a lot in the Knights’ bottom six after being selected from the Detroit Red Wings in the 2017 expansion draft. His ability to play center or wing and kill penalties makes him a useful piece to have in the lineup. Nosek has also been consistent, scoring 15, 17 and 15 points his first three seasons in Las Vegas. He’s scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

The Knights acquired Pacioretty from the Montreal Canadiens in a splashy move just before their 2018 training camp opened. The Habs’ former captain initially struggled to adapt to his new surroundings but took off during the 2019 postseason. Since then, Pacioretty has been one of the Knights’ best players. He made the All-Star Game for the first time in 2020 and led the team in goals (32) and points (66) that season. The left wing possesses a lethal snap shot and has great chemistry with right wing Mark Stone.

Kolesar made the Knights out of training camp after playing his first NHL game the previous season. His calling card is his gritty, physical game but he’s shown he’s got some offensive pop as well. Kolesar scored 20 goals in the American Hockey League in the 2018-19 season.

It took Knights fans some time to warm up to Reaves after he was acquired from Pittsburgh before the 2018 trade deadline. His Western Conference Final-winning goal against the Winnipeg Jets that postseason helped him win a lot of people over. Reaves’ is known as one of the NHL’s toughest customers, often setting a tone with his physical play. He’s also become ingrained in the community. He has a local brewing company and is building a ball hockey rink in Las Vegas.

Smith has been one of the Knights’ key players since being acquired in an expansion draft trade. The understated right wing doesn’t receive nearly as much attention as some of his other teammates, but he’s been a fixture in the top six since the inaugural season. Smith brings speed, strong defense and good offensive tools every time he steps on the ice. He’s one of the best penalty killers in the league and also helps out on the power play. He scored a career-high 27 goals during the 2019-20 season.

Stone became the first captain in Knights’ history before the 2021 season. The honor was well-earned after he became the team’s emotional leader after being acquired from the Ottawa Senators before the 2019 trade deadline. Stone is one of the NHL’s top two-way forwards and brings passion and intensity every time he steps on the ice. He’s one of the league’s top passers and makes everyone on the ice with him better.

Tuch was another first-year success story for the Knights after being traded by the Minnesota Wild during the expansion draft. His star kept rising his second season before his role was reduced and he struggled to adjust. Tuch scuffled most of 2019-20 thanks to injuries and inconsistency but he returned to form in the postseason. He’s since returned to being one of the franchise’s building blocks, as his combination of size and speed is too much for most defenders to handle.

Hague made his NHL debut in 2019 after being one of the Knights’ most prized prospects. He was taken early in the second round in 2017 because players with his blend of size and offensive instincts don’t come around often. Hague has established himself as an NHL regular this season after playing 38 games as a rookie. He’s been more assertive on the offensive end and is using his length to disrupt plays on defense.

Holden’s charming, upbeat personality makes him one of the most well-liked players on the Knights. The versatile veteran can play on either side of the blue line and has rolled with the punches as his role has changed over the years. He was waived before the season for salary-cap reasons but stuck with the organization.

Martinez has fit the Knights like a glove since coming over from Los Angeles before the 2020 trade deadline. The steady veteran makes smart plays, generally takes care of the puck and has a good enough one-timer that he can help on the power play when needed. He’s also experienced plenty of success in his career. Martinez won two Stanley Cups with the Kings, and scored the winning goal in double overtime during Game 5 of the 2014 Final.

McNabb has been a stalwart defender for the Knights since arriving from the Los Angeles Kings in the 2017 expansion draft. He’s often been tasked throughout his tenure with defending the opposing team’s top forwards both at five-on-five and on the penalty kill. He tends to make life uncomfortable for opponents, often when delivering one of his crushing hip checks. McNabb doesn’t bring much offense to the table, but that’s also not his role on the team.

Pietrangelo was the most expensive free-agent signing in Knights’ history when he signed a seven-year deal Oct. 12, 2020. His hefty price tag was well earned. Pietrangelo established himself as one of the best two-way defensemen in the NHL during his 12 years in St. Louis, the last four of which he spent as the Blues’ captain. He led the franchise to its first Stanley Cup in 2019, and he’ll try to do the same thing with his second team in Las Vegas.

Theodore kept growing each season with the Knights after being acquired in an expansion trade until he became one of the most fearsome defenseman in the NHL. The former-first round pick has a combination of speed that’s almost unmatched on the back end. He had an incredible 2019-20 season with 46 points in 71 games despite recovering from a testicular cancer diagnosis in the summer of 2019. He raised his game in the playoffs with 19 points in 20 games.

Whitecloud was a college free-agent find for the Knights coming out of Bemidji State in Minnesota. He carved out a role for himself down the stretch last season as a rookie thanks to his heady play and poise beyond his years. Whitecloud isn’t the flashiest player, but he also rarely makes a mistake. It didn’t take long for him to win the trust of the coaching staff.

Fleury has unquestionably been the face of the Knights’ franchise since coming over from Pittsburgh in the 2017 expansion draft. The three-time Stanley Cup-winning goaltender won the hearts of fans quickly with his funny, earnest personality and flair for dramatic saves. He led the team to the Stanley Cup Final its inaugural season and has largely dominated the crease since. He was displaced as the team’s No. 1 goaltender by Robin Lehner during the 2020 postseason, but has responded with one of the best seasons of his career.