LAS VEGAS -- The NHL's fledgling Golden Knights understand Las Vegas is in need of inspiration and hope after last weekend's deadly shooting, and they're trying to provide some.
Golden Knights players have visited the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department headquarters, United Blood Services, and the Las Vegas Convention Center, where a family assistance center has been set up.
The team will also acknowledge the victims of the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history and their families at the inaugural home opener, though the franchise is still finalizing details.
"Sports are a great thing, it can help take people's minds off of things," defenseman Nate Schmidt said during a media day Wednesday.