Chicago Hockey Insider has no direct affiliation to the Chicago Blackhawks, NHL or NHLPA
CHICAGO HOCKEY INSIDER  |  NHL TEAM  |  CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS

Vegas Golden Knights complete unexpected roster move ahead of facing the Chicago Blackhawks Tuesday


PUBLICATION
Sam Walker
December 1, 2025  (11:36)
SHARE THIS STORY

Carter Hart's headlined return to the Vegas Golden Knights is underway, as sources say he is likely to make his first NHL start in nearly two years against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday night.

Hart played his first professional game in nearly two years on Sunday with the AHL's Henderson Silver Knights, posting a solid outing in a 5-2 win over the Calgary Wranglers.
He was cleared and reinstated to NHL eligibility earlier this month.
"Per sources, I'm told G Carter Hart is likely to make his debut start and return to NHL action with GoldenKnights this coming Tuesday night."

- Kevin Weekes

Hart logged two starts during his conditioning stint, going 1-1, then received the recall from Henderson on November 29.
The Knights will be relying on Hart thanks to ongoing issues in net. Veteran Adin Hill remains sidelined with injury, and the tandem of Akira Schmid and Carl Lindbom has struggled to deliver consistent results.

Vegas banking on Hart bounce-back vs. Blackhawks Tuesday

At 27 years old, Hart returns with 227 career NHL games under his belt and a 2.94 goals-against average with a .906 save percentage.
The long layoff leaves unanswered questions about how sharp Hart will be out of the gate; the Blackhawks could ultimately open the floodgates on him and spoil his season debut.
Still, if he can regain form quickly, he could stabilize a shaky crease and help the Knights regain momentum.
Tuesday's game will offer the first real glimpse of how Hart handles pressure after this long break. The result could shape the Vegas goaltending picture for months to come.
Previously on Chicago Hockey Insider
Connor Bedard reveals the real reason why he and Mason McTavish threw jabs on Sunday at the United Center
Chicago Blackhawks complete NHL history only witnessed five times ever before Sunday vs. Anaheim Ducks
Blackhawks' Frank Nazar faces heat from head coach Jeff Blashill amidst scoring slump
POLL
DECEMBRE 1   |   108 ANSWERS
Vegas Golden Knights complete unexpected roster move ahead of facing the Chicago Blackhawks Tuesday

Do you think Carter Hart delivers a strong Goalie performance Tuesday for the Golden Knights?

▢    Yes, big return
▢    No, rough outing
▢    Somewhat solid
▢    Wait a few games

CHICAGO HOCKEY INSIDER
COPYRIGHT @2025 • ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
TERMS OF SERVICE  ·  PRIVACY POLICY  ·  COOKIE POLICY
RSS FEED  ·  SITEMAP  ·  ROBOTS.TXT