There are several important dates on the calendar that are traditional measuring sticks during the NHL season.
Jan. 1 doesn’t seem to be one of them, at least in the Golden Knights locker room.
“I don’t even know the days or the dates half the time when we’re playing,” coach Gerard Gallant said. “I know we just passed the halfway mark, which is a key for us. We’ve played some really good hockey over this stretch. That’s all I’m worried about.”
Defenseman Nate Schmidt sees New Year’s Day as the start of an important month for hockey teams.