Zach Whitecloud - NHL News & Rumors

Set to play Thursday Whitecloud (upper body) is expected back in the lineup versus Winnipeg on Thursday, Ken Wiebe of The Winnipeg Free Press reports.

Impact Whitecloud has been sidelined since Nov. 23 versus the Canadiens, a stretch of seven games on the shelf due to his upper-body issue. Considering he has just two points in 21 games this season, few fantasy players will be significantly impacted by his return to the lineup. Kaedan Korczak will likely be relegated to a spot in the press box with Whitecloud back in action.

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Set to play during trip Whitecloud (upper body) is expected to suit up at some point during the Knights' three-game road trip, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports Monday.

Impact Head coach Bruce Cassidy didn't specify which game might work for Whitecloud's return to action, only indicating that it is expected at some point during the trip. Prior to his seven-game absence due to his upper-body problem, the 28-year-old blueliner was struggling to produce in the offensive end with just one point in his last 20 outings. Once cleared to play, Whitecloud figures to supplant Kaedan Korczak for a spot on the blue line.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Friday Whitecloud (upper body) didn't take contact during Friday's morning skate, per Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, so he's not expected to play at home against Dallas.

Impact Whitecloud also missed Vegas' past six games. He has a goal, two points, 33 hits and 40 blocks in 21 outings in 2024-25. He will likely serve on the third pairing once he's ready to return.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Oilers Whitecloud (upper body) will not be in action versus Edmonton on Tuesday, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Impact Whitecloud will be sidelined for his fifth consecutive contest due to his lingering upper-body problem. Vegas isn't particularly forthcoming when it comes to injuries, but the fact that the blueliner still isn't practicing should be an indication he'll also miss out versus the Ducks on Wednesday. If the Knights need a roster spot, they could put Whitecloud on injured reserve without impacting his return day since he's already been sidelined for over a week.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Saturday Whitecloud (upper body) will miss Saturday's tilt against Utah, according to Jesse Granger of The Athletic.

Impact Whitecloud is set to miss his fourth straight game. He has a goal and an assist in 21 outings in 2024-25. His next chance to play will come Tuesday versus Edmonton.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Whitecloud (upper body) is not in the lineup for Friday's game versus the Jets, Ryan Wallis of Fox Sports Las Vegas reports.

Impact Whitecloud will miss his third straight game, and it's unlikely he'll be ready for the second half of a back-to-back Saturday when the Golden Knights host Utah. The 28-year-old defenseman's status has not been updated since he exited last Saturday's game versus the Canadiens.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Wednesday Whitecloud (upper body) won't play Wednesday versus the Avalanche, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

Impact Whitecloud is set to miss his second consecutive game after he got hurt in Montreal on Saturday. Kaedan Korczak remains in the lineup with Whitecloud unavailable. It's unclear if Whitecloud will be ready to return during a back-to-back with games Friday versus the Jets and Saturday against Utah.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Whitecloud is unavailable for Monday's game against Philadelphia due to an upper-body injury, per Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Impact Whitecloud has a goal, two points, 33 hits and 40 blocks in 21 appearances with Vegas in 2024-25. Robert Hagg, who was recalled from AHL Henderson on Monday, is projected to draw into the lineup due to Whitecloud's absence. The 27-year-old Whitecloud is day-to-day, so he might still be able to return for Wednesday's tilt in Colorado.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Exits late in contest Whitecloud (undisclosed) left Saturday's game versus the Canadiens in the third period and didn't return, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

Impact There was no additional information regarding Whitecloud's injury after the contest. The defenseman had one assist, three hits and two blocked shots prior to the injury. Vegas is also missing Alex Pietrangelo (upper body), whose status is unknown for the team's road trip, and Ben Hutton (upper body), who is on long-term injured reserve until at least mid-December. If Whitecloud's injury is serious, the Golden Knights will need to recall a defenseman prior to Monday's game versus the Flyers.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

NHLPA head George Parros makes his thoughts about Zach Whitecloud hit on Matthew Knies extremely clear Zach Whitecloud put a devastating hit on Matthew Knies during the Maple Leafs' 3-0 win over the Golden Knights on Wednesday night, a hit tha...

NOVEMBER 22 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"Perfectly timed and well executed": Former NHL D-man makes his opinion on Zach Whitecloud's controversial hit on Matthew Knies extremely clear Vegas Golden Knights D-man Zach Whitecloud's hit on Toronto Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies continues to draw opinions from the hockey community.

NOVEMBER 22 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"Should've been a 5-minute (major)": Former NHL HC makes his feelings known about Zach Whitecloud's controversial hit on Matthew Knies Former NHL coach Bruce Boudreau shared his thoughts on Zach Whitecloud's hit on Matthew Knies on Wednesday. The hit forced Knies to leave in...

NOVEMBER 21 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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Steady spot in lineup Whitecloud was held off the scoresheet for the 17th straight game in Sunday's 5-2 loss to the Capitals.

Impact Whitecloud has been steady in a bottom-four role, but he hasn't done anything on offense since he scored Opening Night. The 27-year-old blueliner has added 28 hits, 31 blocked shots, 14 shots on net, 10 PIM and a plus-2 rating over 18 appearances. Whitecloud has never earned a 20-point campaign and will face an uphill battle to approach that mark this year, so he's not much of an option in fantasy.

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Deposits goal in season-opening win Whitecloud scored a goal and added two hits in Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Avalanche.

Impact Whitecloud's goal came in the second period while he was on the ice alongside the top line. The defenseman has been a regular for the Golden Knights over the last four years, but he has topped 60 games just once and has a career high of 19 points in a single season. As such, his fantasy value is limited to deeper formats that count hits and blocked shots, as he is unlikely to score enough in a third-pairing role to draw widespread appeal.

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Bags apple Sunday Whitecloud notched an assist and two hits in Sunday's 4-3 overtime win over the Avalanche.

Impact Whitecloud has six helpers over his last nine contests. The third-pairing defenseman remains in a limited role, but he's chipping in solid offense. For the season, he's at 14 points, 50 shots on net, 123 hits, 102 blocked shots, 32 PIM and a minus-3 rating through a 59 appearances. He'll set a career high in games played if he suits up for one of the Golden Knights' last two contests.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Posts assist in Friday's win Whitecloud managed an assist, two shots on goal, two PIM and a plus-3 rating in Friday's 7-2 win over the Wild.

Impact Whitecloud hasn't been an everyday player lately, but he has five helpers over his last eight contests. The 27-year-old plays on the third pairing when he is in the lineup. He's produced 13 points, 49 shots on net, 123 hits, 102 blocked shots, 32 PIM and a minus-4 rating through 58 outings overall. He needs to play in two of the Golden Knights' last three games to set a new career high for appearances.

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