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Vegas Golden Knights Triumph Over Columbus Blue Jackets with Marner's Stellar Performance at Nationwide Arena

The Vegas Golden Knights secured a victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets with a final score of 3-2. This win brings the Knights' record to 16-6, while the Blue Jackets now stand at 13-13. The game was held at Nationwide Arena, where fans witnessed an intense battle between these two teams.


Dec 13, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA;  Columbus Blue Jackets center Charlie Coyle (3) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights in the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

First Period


The first period saw both teams testing each other's defenses without any goals being scored. The Golden Knights managed to get off several shots but were unable to find the back of the net. Meanwhile, Columbus took advantage of their opportunities and scored once, giving them an early lead.


Second Period


In the second period, Vegas began to find their rhythm. Mitch Marner played a crucial role by assisting on Brayden McNabb's goal that leveled the score for Vegas. The Golden Knights' powerplay unit capitalized on one of their three opportunities during this period, further showcasing their offensive capabilities.


Dec 13, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA;  Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Miles Wood (11) checks Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Kaedan Korczak (6) in the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Third Period


The third period was decisive for Vegas as they scored twice more to secure their victory. Marner continued his impressive performance by adding another assist, contributing significantly to his team's success in this matchup. Despite Columbus managing another goal in this period through Charlie Coyle's efforts, it wasn't enough to overcome Vegas' lead.


Overall, Carter Hart stood strong in goal for Vegas with 27 saves out of 29 shots faced throughout the game—a key factor in maintaining their edge over Columbus.


Dec 13, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA;  Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Carter Hart (79) makes a save in net against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Fans can look forward to seeing how these performances translate into future games as they prepare for upcoming challenges ahead.


Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game when Vegas hosts New Jersey Devils on December 17th at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas at 10:00 PM EDT. Tune into TNT or truTV or stream online via HBO Max for live coverage!


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