Peter Allen Bak

Peter Allen Bak is a part-time writer and reporter based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Born and raised in Casa Grande, Arizona, Peter played both football and soccer for his high school team. His passion for sports continued into adulthood, where he became an avid fan of the Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights, and the Los Angeles Lakers. Peter graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in 2008, where he honed his writing skills and developed a keen interest in sports business. An enthusiastic traveler, Peter enjoys exploring international destinations during his free time. When he's not globetrotting, he can often be found hiking the scenic trails around Las Vegas or testing his strength and agility through bouldering. In recent years, he has also taken up pickleball. In 2012, Peter married his high school sweetheart, Kimberly. The couple has since welcomed three children into their lives: their son Connor, and twin daughters Kiara and Kacey.
229 Articles

Lehner Aims for Career Comeback After Absence from Vegas

Goaltender Robin Lehner is holding onto hope for a return to the NHL. He told Sportsnet he is optimistic about a resolution after the Vegas Golden Knights announced that he hadn't reported to the team. "Everyone knows why I couldn't…

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Knights’ Hanifin Reflects on the Loss of Former Teammate Johnny Gaudreau

Golden Knights defenseman Noah Hanifin, like much of the hockey community, is grappling with the tragic loss of his former teammate and friend, Johnny Gaudreau. Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were killed in a tragic accident on August 29, 2024,…

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Stone Scores Twice, Including OT Winner, as Golden Knights Edge Flames 5-4

Mark Stone netted two goals, including the decisive one in overtime, to lift the Vegas Golden Knights to a 5-4 victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday night. Chandler Stephenson, Ivan Barbashev, and William Karlsson also found the back of…

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Marchessault Scores Twice in Regulation and Shootout Winner as Golden Knights Beat Sharks 5-4

Jonathan Marchessault netted two goals in regulation and secured the game-winner in the shootout to lead the Vegas Golden Knights to a 5-4 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Sunday night. Chandler Stephenson and Brayden McNabb also scored for…

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Vegas is Golden Again, Beats Stars 6-1 with Six Different Goal Scorers

The Vegas Golden Knights secured another victory on their dads' trip, with six players finding the back of the net in a dominant 6-1 win over the Dallas Stars on Saturday. Paul Cotter, who scored his first goal in 18…

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Marchessault, Eichel Propel Golden Knights to 6-3 Win Over Blues

Jonathan Marchessault scored his 200th career goal. Jack Eichel contributed a goal and an assist, leading the Vegas Golden Knights to a 6-3 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday night. Zach Whitecloud, Keegan Kolesar, Michael Amadio, and William…

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Buchnevich scores 38 seconds into overtime, Blues top Golden Knights 2-1

Pavel Buchnevich scored 38 seconds into overtime, leading the St. Louis Blues to a 2-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday night. Alexey Toropchenko scored in regulation for the Blues, while Jordan Binnington made 33 saves. The Blues…

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Jonathan Marchessault scores twice as Golden Knights beat Capitals 4-1

Jonathan Marchessault scored two goals to lead the Vegas Golden Knights to a 4-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Saturday night. Jack Eichel contributed a goal and two assists for the Golden Knights (16-5-4), who were coming off a…

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Jack Eichel has a goal and 2 assists in his 500th NHL game, Golden Knights beat Canucks 4-1

Jack Eichel celebrated his 500th regular-season NHL game with a goal and two assists, leading the Vegas Golden Knights to a 4-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night. Ivan Barbashev, William Karlsson, and Brett Howden also scored for…

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Oilers Edge Golden Knights 5-4 in Shootout for Third Straight Win

Connor McDavid scored a goal, added two assists, and netted the shootout winner as the Edmonton Oilers secured a 5-4 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night, gaining a measure of revenge for last year’s playoff loss. “We’ll…

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