In this March 31, 2018, file photo, Vegas Golden Knights players celebrate after center William Karlsson (71) scored against the San Jose Sharks during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher, File
Lars William “Wild Bill” Karlsson earned his ironic nickname during his first training camp with the Anaheim Ducks.
But unlike his gunfighting namesake, Karlsson wasn’t known for his shot until this season.
After being selected by the Golden Knights in the expansion draft, Karlsson spent the summer in his native Sweden training with a shorter stick. He also changed the lie of his stick so it rests flatter on the ice and started using the same curve as countryman Victor Rask of Carolina.