Breaking: Knights sign defenseman to 2-year extension

The Golden Knights have inked defenseman Brayden Pachal to a 2-year conract extension worth $1.55 million ($775,000 AAV):

Pachal, an Estevan Saskatchewan native, tallied 2 points in 10 games with the Golden Knights last season.

He has captained their minor league affiliate Henderson Silver Knights for the past two seasons, notching 26 points in 120 games while wearing the C. Pachal also was chosen to represent the Pacific Division at the 2023 All Star Classic.