Lehner Leads Vegas to 1-0 Victory with Shutout in Washington
Golden Knights extend road win streak to seven
Robin Lehner picked up his first shutout of the season as the Vegas Golden Knights (25-15-2) earned a 1-0 victory against the Washington Capitals (23-11-9) on Monday night at Capital One Arena.
HOW IT WENT DOWN
After a scoreless first period, Michael Amadio scored the game's first and only goal on the rebound of a Brett Howden shot. Later in the period, the Golden Knights set a new franchise record by killing off a 5-on-3 power play that lasted 1:56. Lehner held down the fort in the third period as Vegas held on for the 1-0 victory. TOP PERFORMERS Michael Amadio: Amadio's game-winning goal was the only goal of the contest and his fourth of the season. Robin Lehner:Lehner stopped all 34 shots and recorded his 17th career shutout. Brett Howden: Howden picked up an assist on Amadio's goal. STAT OF THE KNIGHT
The Golden Knights' 1-0 victory against the Capitals was the first time Washington has been held scoreless this season. It also marked the seventh consecutive road win for Vegas. LOOKING AHEAD
The Golden Knights continue their four-game road trip against the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday at 4 p.m. at PNC Arena. Catch the game on AT&T SportsNet and FOX Sports Las Vegas 98.9/1340.
