Impact Dorofeyev missed the last game before the All-Star break and seems to be nearing a return. The 23-year-old has 14 points in 29 games this season. Vegas may make another move prior to Tuesday's matchup.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
PAVEL DOROFEYEV #16 - LEFT WING - VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS
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Out Tuesday Dorofeyev (upper body) will skate Monday but will not be available Tuesday against the Oilers, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.
Rangers' Jacob Trouba suspended two games by NHL for elbow to head of Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev Rangers' captain was suspended for an elbow to the head of Vegas' Pavel Dorofeyev on Friday.
JANUARY 28 • NEWSDAY.COM
Out Saturday Dorofeyev (upper body) will miss Saturday's game against Detroit, per Ryan Wallis of Fox Sports Las Vegas.
Impact Dorofeyev suffered the injury during Friday's 5-2 win over the Rangers. He has seven goals and 14 points in 29 outings in 2023-24. Although Dorofeyev is out of the lineup, Michael Amadio (upper body) is expected to rejoin the Golden Knights on Saturday.
JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE
Sustains upper-body injury Dorofeyev sustained an upper-body injury versus the Rangers on Friday, Chris Chapman of Fox Sports Las Vegas reports.
Impact Dorofeyev logged four shots on goal in 11:15 of ice time Friday. His status for Saturday's game versus the Red Wings is up in the air, but Michael Amadio (upper body) is expected to be activated from injured reserve prior to that contest.
JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Opens scoring in overtime loss Dorofeyev scored a goal in Monday's 6-5 overtime road loss against the Devils.
Impact Dorofeyev opened the scoring just 6:12 into the game with helpers to Chandler Stephenson and captain Mark Stone, but the lead was short-lived. The left winger finished with a plus-1 rating, two shots on goal, a blocked shot and a minor penalty in his 12:30 of ice time across 19 shifts. He has scored goals in consecutive games, and Dorofeyev is up to four goals and six points with a plus-5 rating in nine January outings. His four goals are the most of any month this season.
JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE
Finds twine in win Dorofeyev scored a goal on four shots in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Penguins.
Impact Dorofeyev has played in eight straight games, earning three goals and two assists in that span. The 23-year-old winger's spot in the lineup is safe with the Golden Knights navigating a rough patch for injuries. Dorofeyev has 13 points, 55 shots on net and a plus-5 rating over 26 outings, playing fairly well despite limited opportunities early on in the campaign.
JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Two helpers in win Dorofeyev recorded a pair of assists in Monday's 4-1 victory over the Predators.
Impact Dorofeyev set up Mark Stone's first two goals in Monday's contest, picking up the primary helper on his opening-period tally and another in the second to extend Vegas' lead to 2-0. It's just the second multi-point game of the season for the 23-year-old Dorofeyev, who'd gone scoreless in his previous three contests. Overall, he's up to five goals and 14 points through 25 games while primarily playing a top-six role this season.
JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Goals in consecutive games Dorofeyev scored a goal and added two hits in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Islanders.
Impact Dorofeyev's tally in the second period put the Golden Knights ahead 2-1, and they never looked back. The winger has a chance to carve out a regular role while William Karlsson (lower body) and William Carrier (upper body) are out. Dorofeyev has three goals and an assist over his last five games, and he's up to 10 points, 38 shots and a plus-2 rating through 20 contests overall.
JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Scores lone goal in loss Dorofeyev scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Panthers.
Impact Dorofeyev opened the scoring just 3:59 into the game, but Sergei Bobrovsky wouldn't give up another goal to Vegas. Dorofeyev has three points over his last four contests and should have steady playing time until Keegan Kolesar (illness) returns. For the season, Dorofeyev has four goals, nine points (matching his career high), 37 shots on net and a plus-1 rating over 19 appearances.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Notches helper Dorofeyev recorded an assist and blocked two shots in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Kings.
Impact Dorofeyev has two points over five games since he rejoined the lineup on a regular basis. He's added 10 shots on net and five blocked shots in that span. Dorofeyev is unlikely to play much more than a middle-six role, but he's been solid when called upon this season. The winger has produced eight points, 35 shots on net, 11 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over 18 appearances.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Lights lamp in Saturday's loss Dorofeyev scored his third goal of the season in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Panthers.
Impact The 23-year-old winger tied the score at 2-2 inside the final minute of the second period by snapping home a centering pass from Ben Hutton, but the third was all Florida. Dorofeyev is currently seeing top-six minutes at even strength, but he's had trouble keeping a spot in the lineup this season and through 16 games he has just three goals and seven points
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Checks in, scores goal Dorofeyev scored a goal on two shots and went plus-2 in Saturday's 6-1 win over the Stars.
Impact A five-game point drought turned into a 10-game stint as a healthy scratch for Dorofeyev. The 23-year-old finally got a chance to rejoin the lineup with Michael Amadio (personal) out, and Dorofeyev made the most of it with a third-period tally. He's been in a tough position as Vegas' 13th forward, but Dorofeyev has six points, 24 shots on net and a plus-3 rating through 13 appearances this season.
DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Logs pair of assists Dorofeyev notched two assists and blocked two shots in Saturday's 7-0 win over the Avalanche.
Impact Dorofeyev has three helpers over his last two contests. He set up both of William Karlsson's third-period tallies in Saturday's blowout win. Dorofeyev has been steady when called upon with a goal, four assists, 12 shots on net, a plus-4 rating, three hits and three blocked shots over seven outings. His place in the lineup is likely secure at least until Nicolas Roy (undisclosed) can return from injured reserve.
NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Finds helper Thursday Dorofeyev recorded an assist in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Jets.
Impact Dorofeyev set up a William Karlsson tally in the first period. With Nicolas Roy (undisclosed) and William Carrier (illness) out Thursday, Dorofeyev was able to maintain a third-line spot in the lineup. The 23-year-old has done fine when called upon, earning a goal, two assists, 10 shots on net, three hits and a plus-3 rating over six appearances this season.
NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Brushes twine in overtime upset Dorofeyev earned a goal and posted three shots in Friday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Blackhawks.
Impact Dorofeyev stormed toward the cage and anticipated a perfectly timed pass from Michael Amadio for his first goal of the season. It remains to be seen whether Dorofeyev will remain in the lineup once Nicolas Roy (undisclosed) is ready to return from an injury, but the first order of business for the Golden Knights is Saturday's road clash with the Kings. Dorofeyev is projected to get another third-line look for the upcoming contest.
OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Garners helper in win Dorofeyev recorded an assist, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Sharks.
Impact Dorofeyev entered the lineup with Brett Howden (suspension) and William Carrier (upper body) unavailable. Playing on the third line, Dorofeyev saw 12:35 of ice time in his season debut and earned his helper on a Brayden Pachal tally in the third period. In 18 games last year, Dorofeyev averaged 14:14 of ice time with nine points and 40 shots on goal. The 22-year-old winger could stick in the lineup with a strong showing, though competition for even bottom-six spots in Vegas' forward group figures to be tough this season.
OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Signs one-year contract Dorofeyev signed a one-year, $825,000 contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday.
Impact Dorofeyev produced seven goals and two assists over 18 contests at the NHL level last season. The bulk of his appearances came in March and April, which suggests he could have an inside edge for a roster spot on Opening Night. The 22-year-old winger is likely to be limited to a bottom-six role.
JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Vegas visits Nashville after Dorofeyev's 2-goal game
The Vegas Golden Knights visit the Nashville Predators after Pavel Dorofeyev scored two goals in the Golden Knights' 4-3 shootout win over the Minnesota WildAPRIL 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steps up after being scratched Dorofeyev scored two goals in Vegas' 4-3 shootout victory over Minnesota on Monday.
Impact It was a nice statement game from Dorofeyev after the Golden Knights scratched him Saturday. He even found the back of the net in the shootout, though that third marker doesn't count towards his season totals. Dorofeyev's up to seven markers and nine points in 13 outings this season.
APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Seizing opportunity Dorofeyev scored a goal and added an assist, both on the power play, in Sunday's 7-2 win over the Blue Jackets.
Impact The 22-year-old winger helped set up Phil Kessel in the first period for a tap-in goal. Dorofeyev then potted a slick tally himself from in close in the second, taking the puck out of the corner and shifting from backhand to forehand as he glided toward the front of the net before tucking it behind Daniil Tarasov. Dorofeyev has three goals and five points in four games since being promoted from AHL Henderson, and he hasn't looked out of place in a top-six role for Vegas.
MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores Tuesday Dorofeyev scored a goal on two shots in a 5-3 win over Philadelphia on Tuesday.
Impact Dorofeyev opened the scoring in the first period, putting a puck on the top shelf from the edge of the crease. The 22-year-old winger now has three points (two goals and an assist) in his last two games after recording his first two NHL points Sunday in St. Louis. Dorofeyev, a third-round pick in 2019, offers some intriguing offensive potential. He may be worth a flier while playing alongside William Karlsson and Reilly Smith on Vegas' second line.
MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Dorofeyev's 1st NHL goal helps Golden Knights top Blues 5-3
Pavel Dorofeyev scored his first NHL goal and Jiri Patera made 30 saves in his debut to help the Vegas Golden Knights beat the St. Louis Blues 5-3MARCH 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev Uses His FACE To Score His First NHL Goal
MARCH 13, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Grabs two points in win Dorofeyev tallied a goal and an assist in Sunday's 5-3 victory over St. Louis.
Impact Dorofeyev made an impact in his first game since Dec. 28. He picked up an assist, his first NHL point, on William Karlsson's opening tally in the first period. Dorofeyev would then score his first NHL goal and the game-winner in the third when a rebound bounced off his visor and past Jordan Binnington. The 22-year-old winger played well alongside Karlsson and Reilly Smith on Vegas' second line, potentially earning an extended look in the lineup. Dorofeyev posted nine goals and eight assists in 32 games this season with AHL Henderson.
MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back with big club Dorofeyev was called up from AHL Henderson on Saturday, per CapFriendly.
Impact Dorofeyev didn't play versus the Hurricanes on Saturday. He remains with the big club as an insurance option during their road trip, which continues Sunday in St. Louis.
MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
