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Golden Knights Beat Canucks as Tortorella's Era Finds Rhythm

After a sluggish first period, John Tortorella guided the Vegas Golden Knights to a 4-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday, securing two vital points in the playoff race.

Tortorella acknowledged his team looked nervous and slow in the opening frame, but a lineup shuffle sparked a second-period surge. Rasmus Andersson and Tomas Hertl were key contributors in the comeback effort.

"We looked tentative," Tortorella said postgame. He credited the improved chemistry and speed in the latter stages of the game, allowing the Golden Knights to maintain their position in a tight playoff race.