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Vegas Golden Knights coach John Tortorella shuffles the forward lines for Game 4, pairing Barbashev-Eichel-Dorofeyev, Smith-Marner-Stone, Howden-Hertl-Kolesar, and Smith-Dowd-Sissons in a bid for instant chemistry despite limited 5-on-5 time; with Utah controlling matchups and boasting more time together, the gamble could determine the series if one trio finally clicks.
The Peter Laviolette era begins as the New York Rangers start their training camp, with the new head coach emphasizing evaluation and giving players opportunities to showcase their skills. Laviolette plans to experiment with line combinations and defensive pairings, including starting Alexis Lafreniere on his offside on the right wing. While he acknowledges the success of certain pairings, Laviolette is open to trying something different. The coach has also been in touch with the team's leadership group but remains open to evaluating other potential leaders within the team.