LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The Vegas Golden Knights have made two trades over the past 24 hours to bring some much needed firepower to their roster.
On Wednesday night, the Golden Knights confirmed that have acquired Calgary Flames defenseman Noah Hanifin. It's part of a three-team trade involving the Philadelphia Flyers. In exchange for Hanifin, Calgary will receive a first-round pick, defenseman Daniil Miromanvo, and a conditional third-round pick from Vegas. Philadelphia will receive a fifth-round pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft from Vegas.
VGK also confirmed they traded for Capitals forward Anthony Mantha in exchange for their 2024 second round pick and the 2026 fourth round pick.
WELCOME TO VEGAS, ANTHONY MANTHA!!!!! 🤩https://t.co/EtTA2mjPxW
— Vegas Golden Knights (@GoldenKnights) March 6, 2024
Mantha is having a great season, having scored 20 goals so far. Mantha helps VGK's need for a winger with team captain Mark Stone on long-term injured reserve.
Knights star forward Jack Eichel says he thinks Mantha will be a great addition.
"Great pickup for our team," Eichel said. "Obviously, big guy, scores a lot of goals. He's a great player and we're happy and very lucky to have him. Excited for him to be part of our group."
Mantha arrived at City National Arena on Wednesday morning and says he brings a lot that could help the defending champs get back on track.
"I think I can bring a lot of emotions into the game, a lot of skills," Mantha said. "I'm doing a good job on the forecheck this year. I need to keep pushing that pace. Obviously, I need to score goals. They came to get me to bring some offense too. I think that's one part of my game that I'm able to do."
WATCH: New Vegas Golden Knights forward Anthony Mantha speaks to media for first time since trade
Mantha says he will be suiting up for the VGK against the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday.
