November 4, 2026 - 12:51 pm

It’s too early to put the “Captain Clutch” label on Trevor Connelly, but the Vegas Golden Knights rookie is making a push for it.

If there is a petition to make the case for Connelly, it’s a worthy one the past two games. Connelly has been responsible for the Knights earning, at least, a point in the first two games of this road trip.

It’s the latest stretch of a first NHL season that couldn’t have gone better for Connelly, or the team that put faith in him that he was ready for the moment.

“Just trying to win,” the 20-year-old said. “Trying to put my best foot down every shift, going out there and giving it my best effort.”

Connelly is one of four rookies in double digits in scoring. His six goals are tied with Boston’s James Hagens for most in the league.…