It might be the most highly anticipated season in Golden Knights history.
The ninth season begins Thursday when the Knights open training camp at City National Arena. Expectations were already high following a five-game loss to the Edmonton Oilers in the second round last season.
They became astronomical the moment right wing Mitch Marner shook general manager Kelly McCrimmon’s hand and held his gold No. 93 sweater July 1.
Here are three storylines to watch as camp begins:
1. Who plays with Marner?
It’s been the biggest question since the Knights acquired Marner in a sign-and-trade from the Toronto Maple Leafs that came with an eight-year, $96 million contract.
Marner will wear new colors for the first time in his career. The No. 4 pick from the 2015 NHL draft had 741 points in 657 g