The Vegas Golden Knights are once again making headlines in the NHL for their questionable tactics surrounding the salary cap. With captain Mark Stone’s $9.5-million cap hit, the team placed him on the injured list during the regular season for the second consecutive year, only to have him miraculously ready to play by the start of the playoffs.

Critics have been quick to point out that the Golden Knights have been exploiting salary-cap loopholes to strengthen their Stanley Cup defense. Despite the controversy, the team managed to secure a victory in Game 1 of their playoff series against the Dallas Stars.

The NHL has faced criticism for allowing Vegas to acquire costly players before the trade deadline by taking advantage of Stone’s injury absence. However, some argue that the team’s playoff roster was not significantly over the league cap.

The ongoing saga of the Golden Knights and their salary-cap maneuvers has raised eyebrows across the league. As the team continues its quest for another Stanley Cup, questions linger about the fairness of their tactics and the integrity of the competition.