Golden Knights Captain Stone Placed on IR

Upper-body injury sidelines team's leader for at least two games

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone was placed on injured reserve on Thursday due to an upper-body injury. Being put on IR means Stone must miss the team's next two games, at home against Minnesota on Friday and against an opponent on Sunday.

Why it matters

Stone is the captain and a key player for the Golden Knights, so his absence will be a significant blow to the team as they try to maintain their position in the standings. Injuries have been an ongoing issue for Stone throughout his career.

The details

The Golden Knights announced that Stone was placed on injured reserve on Thursday due to an upper-body injury. Being on IR means he will miss at least the next two games for the team.

  • On Thursday, March 6, 2026, the Golden Knights placed Stone on injured reserve.

The players

Mark Stone

The captain and a key player for the Vegas Golden Knights.

Vegas Golden Knights

The NHL hockey team based in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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What’s next

The Golden Knights will have to find a way to win without their captain in the lineup for at least the next two games.

The takeaway

Injuries continue to be an issue for Mark Stone, who is a vital part of the Golden Knights' lineup. The team will need to find a way to overcome his absence as they try to maintain their position in the standings.