Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Distributes three helpers
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Theodore recorded three assists, four shots on goal and a plus-3 rating in Tuesday's 9-3 win over the Panthers in Game 5.
Theodore helped out on Reilly Smith's game-winning tally in the second period and two more goals in the third as the Golden Knights emphatically claimed their first championship. While Theodore got on the scoresheet in consecutive contests just once in the playoffs, he remained a key part of the offense from the blue line. He finished with one goal, 12 assists, 41 shots on net, 34 blocked shots and a plus-8 rating in 21 postseason appearances.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Adds power-play assist
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Theodore notched a power-play assist and blocked three shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Panthers in Game 3.
Theodore's offense has started to come around -- he has a goal and three assists over his last five games. The defenseman is up to 10 points through 19 playoff outings this spring, and he's added 35 shots on net, 32 blocked shots and a plus-7 rating. He remains an effective scoring threat in a top-four role.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Collects two points in win
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Theodore scored a goal on three shots, dished a power-play assist and added two PIM in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Panthers in Game 1.
Theodore put the Golden Knights ahead 2-1 in the second period with his first goal of the postseason. The defenseman was limited to two assists over six contests in the Western Conference Finals. He's up to nine points, 34 shots, 28 blocked shots and a plus-5 rating through 17 playoff contests. If Saturday is the performance to get his offense going again, he could be a big difference maker in a top-four role for Vegas.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Draws helper
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Theodore notched an assist and two PIM in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Oilers in Game 6.
Theodore was mostly held in check during the second round, producing two assists over six contests, but they both came in the last three games. The 27-year-old defenseman has five helpers, 16 shots on net, 14 blocked shots, eight PIM and a plus-2 rating through 10 playoff outings. He's been limited to a second-pairing role with power-play time, but he's yet to contribute with the man advantage in the playoffs.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Mixed results in loss
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Theodore logged an assist, four PIM and two blocked shots in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to the Oilers in Game 4.
Theodore took a pair of slashing penalties in the first period, and the Oilers were able to cash in on one of those power plays. That goal stood as the game-winner, though Theodore was able to partially redeem himself by helping out on a Nicolas Roy tally in the third period. Theodore is up to four assists, 14 shots on net, 12 blocked shots, six PIM and a plus-3 rating through eight playoff contests.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Back at practice
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Theodore (illness) was back on the ice for practice Saturday, Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Theodore should be available for the second round of the postseason after sitting out Thursday's series-clinching win over Winnipeg in Game 5. He has produced three assists and six shots on goal in four playoff outings this year. Brayden Pachal will probably return to the press box as a healthy scratch after making his NHL playoff debut Thursday.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Out with illness
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Theodore was scratched from Game 5 versus the Jets due to an illness, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.
Theodore tried to give it a go in warmups, but ultimately wasn't able to play. Should the Jets win Thursday, Theodore should be considered day-to-day for Game 6 on Saturday. If Vegas wins, he'll likely get the extra rest he needs to be ready for the second round.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Scratched late Thursday
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Theodore (undisclosed) was a late scratch for Thursday's Game 5 versus the Jets.
Theodore got through warmups with no obvious issues, so it's unclear why he's sitting out. Brayden Pachal will enter the lineup in his place.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Dishes pair of assists
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Theodore recorded two assists, two shots on goal and a plus-3 rating in Monday's 4-2 win over the Jets in Game 4.
Theodore's helpers came in quick succession, as he assisted on goals by William Karlsson and Ivan Barbashev in a span of 47 seconds in the second period. The 27-year-old Theodore has enjoyed life on the road -- his three assists this postseason have come in the last two games, both in Winnipeg. He's added six shots on net, seven blocked shots, three hits and a plus-3 rating through four contests.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Garners helper
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Theodore logged an assist and blocked two shots in Saturday's 5-4 double-overtime win over the Jets in Game 3.
Theodore picked up his first point since a two-assist game versus the Oilers on March 25. He went four contests without a point and also missed seven games with an undisclosed injury in that stretch. Theodore continues to hold down a top-four role, but Alex Pietrangelo has been the Golden Knights' top blueliner in just about all situations to begin the playoffs.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Will return Thursday
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Theodore (undisclosed) will draw back into the lineup for Thursday's contest against Seattle, Gary Lawless of the Golden Knights' official site reports.
Theodore has eight goals and 41 points in 54 appearances this season. He missed Vegas' previous seven games. Theodore's return might result in Ben Hutton serving as a healthy scratch Thursday.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Traveling with team
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Theodore (undisclosed) will make the trip to Seattle for Thursday's matchup, Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Theodore has already missed the last seven games due to his undisclosed injury but appears to be trending in the right direction. Prior to getting hurt, the British Columbia native was mired in a 10-game goal drought during which he recorded six assists, 14 shots and 21 blocks. If cleared to play, Theodore should be in contention to reclaim a spot with one of the power-play units.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Unavailable Tuesday
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Theodore (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday against Seattle, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.
Theodore, who has resumed skating, didn't take part in Monday's practice. He will miss his seventh consecutive contest Tuesday. It's unclear at this time if Theodore will be ready to play in Thursday's regular-season finale versus the Kraken.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Not playing Saturday
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Theodore (undisclosed) won't play Saturday against Dallas, Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Theodore will miss his sixth consecutive contest. He has accounted for eight goals, 33 assists, 134 shots on net and 84 blocked shots in 54 appearances this season. Ben Hutton has four points in five games during Theodore's absence.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Out again Thursday
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Theodore (undisclosed) won't play Thursday versus the Kings, Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Theodore is set to miss his fifth straight game. Ben Hutton will continue to occupy a bottom-four role to cover for Theodore's absence. It's unclear if he'll be able to play Saturday versus the Stars.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Still sidelined
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Theodore (undisclosed) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Predators.
Theodore will miss his fourth straight game. An update on his status may be available prior to Thursday's home game versus the Kings.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Unavailable Monday
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Theodore (undisclosed) will not play Monday against the Wild, Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Theodore will miss his third straight game and there's been little update on his status. His next chance to play will be Tuesday against Nashville.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Won't return Saturday
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Theodore (undisclosed) isn't available for Saturday's game against Minnesota, according to Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Theodore is set to miss his second straight contest. Before the injury, he was doing well with three assists over his last three outings. Theodore has eight goals and 41 points in 54 appearances this season. Ben Hutton is projected to stay in the lineup for the second consecutive game.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Out Thursday
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Theodore (undisclosed) won't go with the Golden Knights to San Jose for Thursday's contest against the Sharks, according to Jesse Granger of The Athletic.
Theodore is regarded as day-to-day beyond Thursday's game, so he might be an option as early as Saturday versus Minnesota. He sustained the injury during Tuesday's 7-4 loss to Edmonton. Theodore has eight goals and 41 points in 54 outings in 2022-23. His absence might lead to Ben Hutton playing Thursday after being a healthy scratch Tuesday.
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Golden Knights' Shea Theodore: Departs Tuesday's game
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Theodore (undisclosed) won't return to Tuesday's game versus the Oilers, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.
It's unclear when Theodore sustained the injury, but he didn't feature in the third period. He can be considered day-to-day for now, though with Vegas down 6-3 after two periods, it's possible the team took him out for precautionary reasons. The Golden Knights' next game is Thursday versus the Sharks.
