The Vegas Golden Knights face a challenging 2026 offseason with only $4.6 million in cap space and 16 players under contract, amid a push for a second Stanley Cup. Key restricted free agent Pavel Dorofeyev, who scored a team-high 37 goals, could command at least $7.5 million, complicating decisions on retaining veteran players like Reilly Smith and Brandon Saad. Additionally, the potential loss of defensemen Rasmus Andersson and Jeremy Lauzon adds to the urgency of their financial predicament. The front office must navigate these issues to maintain a championship-caliber roster while addressing the critical re-signing of Dorofeyev.
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