Knights defenseman leaves game against Sabres with injury

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Noah Hanifin left in the third period against the Buffalo Sabres following a hit into the boards.

Hanifin absorbed a hit from Buffalo center Tyson Kozak. He finished his shift, but went down the tunnel.

He did not return for the remainder of the Knights’ 4-1 win on Sunday.

Per the broadcast, Noah Hanifin went down the tunnel after this hit. Not on the bench. https://t.co/jWWGnoycdy

— Danny Webster (@DannyWebster21) November 8, 2026

Hanifin has been one of the most durable players in the league, playing in 848 career games.

He’s also been one of the Knights’ best defensemen this season with six points and a plus-2 in 19 games.

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