LAS VEGAS -- Goalie Carter Hart , one of five 2018 Canada world junior hockey players acquitted of sexual assault in July, made his first NHL appearance in nearly two years Tuesday night, debuting for the Vegas Golden Knights in a 4-3 shootout victory over the Chicago Blackhawks .

Hart received the loudest reaction from Golden Knights fans during pregame introductions, and if there were any boos, they were difficult to hear. Some fans also held signs supportive of Hart.

Hart made 27 saves, including six in overtime.

"I think just skating out the first time onto the ice wearing a Golden Knights sweater is an amazing feeling," Hart said. "It didn't really sink in until the national anthem. Just looking around and that feeling you're back playing."

Hart then became emotional, wi

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