Golden Knights surprise former Make-A-Wish guest with championship ring

Young fan met team last season, helped motivate them in playoffs

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By Anna Kulesa
@akulesa_ NHL.com Staff Writer

The Vegas Golden Knights put a ring on it.

On Thursday, the Golden Knights surprised Annabelle Hanson, a former Make-A-Wish guest, with her own Stanley Cup Championship ring.

Goalie Logan Thompson thanked the young fan for being their motivation during the playoffs last season before gifting her the present on behalf of the Golden Knights.

Annabelle was thrilled and put the personalized ring on her finger right away. She ran over to show her parents before giving Thompson a giant hug.

Last season, Annabelle, who was born with Cystic Fibrosis, signed a one-day contract with the Golden Knights. She hit the ice for practice with the players and was announced during the team’s starting lineup.

She also sent the Golden Knights a special pump-up speech before the 2023 playoffs.

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