Brandon Saad’s game plan is simple.

“Being a good forechecker and being around the net,” Saad said.

It’s a formula that allows the veteran left wing to play up and down the Golden Knights lineup. He can play a fourth-line checking role, or use his speed in the top six.

That’s why it was surprising to see Saad struggle to start the season with no points in his first six games. He was on the ice for two goals Thursday against the Boston Bruins despite skating with center William Karlsson and right wing Reilly Smith.

Saad now appears to be back on track. He was on the fourth line Saturday, but was moved to the top line for the Knights’ 4-1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday and picked up his first point with an assist.

“We have a lot of good players on all four lines,” Saad said.

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