The result of Wednesday’s preseason game between the Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche was going to be evaluated harder than Tuesday’s.

This was viewed as closer to a dress rehearsal for the Knights’ season opener Oct. 8 against the Los Angeles Kings. Both sides played their stars after icing less experienced lineups in Colorado’s 4-2 win Tuesday at Ball Arena.

The Knights’ top players made their presence felt Wednesday. Center William Karlsson broke a tie late in the third period to give his team a 2-1 win at T-Mobile Arena.

“We want to get our game in order,” defenseman Brayden McNabb said. “It’s very important to have a good start to the season.”

Center Brett Howden also scored, while goaltender Akira Schmid made 21 saves in what’s expected to be his last start of the preseason.

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