VANCOUVER, British Columbia — In the newspaper world, the number 30 signifies the end. In Erik Haula’s world, 30 might mean the beginning of stardom.
With three games remaining in the regular season, including Tuesday against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena, the Golden Knights center is a goal away from reaching 30 for the year. As he enjoys a career season with 29 goals and 55 points, Haula has taken advantage of his opportunity as an Expansion Draft selection from the Minnesota Wild last June.
“I think I can play as a top-six forward,” said Haula, whose previous career high was in 2015-16 when he had 34 points.