LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Marc-Andre Fleury will make his first start since the death of his father Tuesday vs. the Chicago Blackhawks at T-Mobile Arena.
The Golden Knights' starting goaltender last played on Nov. 23 before leaving the team on personal leave. He rejoined the team on Dec. 5 but did not play against the New York Islanders nor the New York Rangers, which both resulted in losses for VGK.
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Head coach Gerard Gallant confirmed Fleury's status following the team's morning skate.
Vegas is on a two-game losing streak entering tonight's clash.
The team currently holds the second wild-card berth in the Western Conference by one point ahead of the Vancouver Canucks.
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