Golden Knights begin Eastern trip against Jack Hughes-less Devils

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A recent downturn and the emergence of the Vancouver Canucks as one of the NHL's hottest teams caused the Vegas Golden Knights to tumble out of the Pacific Division lead.

The Golden Knights appear to be emerging from their slump and seek a fourth straight win Monday night when they open a four-game road trip by visiting the New Jersey Devils in Newark, N.J.

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