The Vegas Golden Knights acquired forward Mark Stone from the Ottawa Senators before the trade deadline Monday. Below are some quick facts about the newest Golden Knight.
1. Hi Mark!: Stone was drafted by the Senators in the sixth round (178th overall) in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. He has spent his entire career with Ottawa until now.
2. What's Up?: In 59 games this season, Stone collected 62 points (28G, 34A) to lead the Senators in scoring. He will be the highest scoring player this season on the Vegas roster.
3. How Have You Been?: A veteran of 366 games, Stone has racked up 311 points (123G, 188A) with a +55 rating. The forward has notched 23 power-play goals, 71 power-play points and has 19 career game-winning goals.
4. Special Skills: Stone has received votes for the Selke Trophy in each of the last three seasons and finished sixth in voting for the award in the 2016-17 season. He was a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy in 2014-15 when he recorded 64 points (26G, 38A).
5. Wheat King Connection: The Winnipeg native played junior hockey for the Brandon Wheat Kings from 2008-09 to 2011-12. In 232 games with Brandon, Stone recorded 293 points (106G, 187A) and was +67. Assistant General Manager Kelly McCrimmon coached Stone in Brandon.
6. Playoff History: In 27 playoff games, Stone has put up 13 points (5G, 8A). He contributed to Ottawa's run to the Eastern Conference Final in 2016-17.
7. How's The Fam?: Stone's brother, Michael, plays defense for the Calgary Flames.
Get To Know Mark Stone
Recently acquired forward brings grit, skill to Golden Knights
