The Golden Knights drop the puck on their home opener just days after a tragic shooting rocked Las Vegas in the hopes that they can help unite the city.

Born near San Francisco and raised in Scottsdale, Ariz., Auston Matthews might be the most famous face in Canada's largest market. He at once represents 21st century Sun Belt expansion and the future of an Original Six franchise.

The Vegas Golden Knights gave their city exactly what it needed during its home opener on Tuesday: a win.

There's apparatuses and circuits. Everything goes at full speed. The NHL's young stars have found a new way to traing for a faster, more skilled game.