Mark Stone Returns, Golden Knights Trail Oilers 3-1

Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone, who suffered an upper-body injury in Game 3 after colliding with Edmonton's Corey Perry, was a game-time decision but returned to play in Game 4. Despite Stone's return, the Golden Knights lost Game 4 to the Oilers, falling behind 3-1 in the Western Conference semifinal series. Edmonton's Adam Henrique and Evander Kane scored key goals, while goalie Stuart Skinner recorded his second career playoff shutout in the 3-0 victory. Vegas, already facing depth challenges, must now win three consecutive games to advance. Coach Bruce Cassidy stressed the importance of a faster, more aggressive start in the upcoming Game 5. The series returns to Las Vegas, where the Golden Knights hope to rally from the brink of elimination.