TORONTO — The Golden Knights have four players competing for a spot on the third line, leaving coach Gerard Gallant with another difficult lineup decision.
Tomas Hyka made it an easy choice.
The 25-year-old winger from the Czech Republic earned the nod on the third line Tuesday against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena.
Ryan Carpenter joined fellow forward Oscar Lindberg and defenseman Deryk Engelland as scratches.
“There’s no reason to take (Hyka) out,” Gallant said after morning skate. “He’s played well, he’s worked hard. He’s a guy that creates a lot of offensive chances every game for us.