Vegas Golden Knights Playoffs 2027
The Vegas Golden Knights are 8-4-0, 16 points, 2nd in the Pacific. If the season ended today they would be the P2 seed and play the Seattle Kraken (P3) in the first round with home ice. Next: home to the Ottawa Senators, Tue, Oct 27 · 10:00 PM EDT on ESPN+.
SenatorsTue, Oct 27 · 10:00 PM EDT · ESPN+
Kraken P3Then the Oilers/Sharks winnerSeason Trend
Pacific Standings
| # | Team | GP | W-L-OTL | PTS | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Oilers | 10 | 8-1-1 | 17 | +15 |
| 2 | Golden Knights | 12 | 8-4-0 | 16 | +10 |
| 3 | Kraken | 11 | 7-3-1 | 15 | +7 |
| 4 |  Sharks | 11 | 6-5-0 | 12 | -4 |
| 5 |  Ducks | 10 | 4-6-0 | 8 | -6 |
| 6 |  Kings | 8 | 2-4-2 | 6 | -9 |
| 7 |  Flames | 9 | 3-6-0 | 6 | -19 |
| 8 |  Canucks | 12 | 2-9-1 | 5 | -21 |
Top three qualify; then the two best remaining teams in the conference take the wild cards. Full West playoff picture →
Golden Knights Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result / time |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 15 | vs Flames | W 6-2 |
| Oct 17 | vs  Penguins | W 6-2 |
| Oct 20 | vs  Lightning | L 2-6 |
| Oct 22 | at  Blues | L 2-6 |
| Oct 24 | at  Blue Jackets | L 1-2 |
| Oct 27 | vs Senators | 10:00 PM |
| Oct 30 | vs  Devils | 6:00 PM |
| Nov 2 | at  Bruins | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 3 | at Penguins | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 5 | at  Red Wings | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 8 | at  Sabres | 3:30 PM |
| Nov 11 | vs  Mammoth | 10:00 PM |
| Nov 13 | vs  Predators | 10:00 PM |
Times Eastern. Last five results and the next eight games.
This Vegas Golden Knights playoffs page refreshes after every Golden Knights game: record, points, division place, wild-card position and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the West playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Vegas Golden Knights playoffs FAQ
Are the Vegas Golden Knights in a playoff spot?
Yes, as of today: they hold the P2 place. Nothing is clinched until no team below can catch them on points.
Who would the Vegas Golden Knights play in the first round?
The Seattle Kraken (P3), with the Golden Knights at home in Games 1, 2, 5 and 7.
When is the next Golden Knights game?
Tue, Oct 27 · 10:00 PM EDT, home to the Ottawa Senators, on ESPN+.
How many points are the Golden Knights on pace for?
112 points over 84 games at their current rate (.667 points percentage). The second wild card usually needs roughly 90 to 98 points.
Where do the Golden Knights rank in the Pacific?
2nd with 16 points; Edmonton Oilers lead with 17.
How do NHL teams make the playoffs?
The top three in each division qualify, plus two wild cards per conference: the next two teams by points, regardless of division.