Vegas Golden Knights Sign Alexander Holtz
In a significant roster move just ahead of the new season, the Vegas Golden Knights have finalized a two-year contract with forward Alexander Holtz worth $1.675 million. This announcement came on Tuesday, a day before the team kicks off its regular season.
Background on Alexander Holtz
The 23-year-old Holtz joined the Golden Knights last offseason in a trade from the New Jersey Devils and had been competing for a spot on the team this fall under a professional tryout agreement after a challenging inaugural season with Vegas.
Performance Overview
Last year, Holtz participated in 53 games for the Golden Knights, managing to score only four goals and contribute eight assists. His playing time was divided between the NHL and the Henderson Silver Knights, the team’s affiliate in the AHL. Despite his rocky start, there’s potential for Holtz to secure a position among the 12 forwards for the upcoming season, a group that head coach Bruce Cassidy has expressed confidence in, noting its remarkable depth.
“I believe this could be the strongest lineup of forwards I’ve ever managed, from player one through twelve, given how well they complement each other,” Cassidy remarked. He emphasized the importance of translating their potential into performance on the ice rather than merely discussing capabilities on paper.
Career Statistics
Over the course of his career, Holtz has accumulated a total of 23 goals and 46 points. The Golden Knights will commence their season facing off against the Los Angeles Kings at home on Wednesday night, marking an exciting start to the upcoming campaign.
