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.
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Vegas Clinches Playoff Spot with 5-2 Win Over Sharks

The Vegas Golden Knights solidified their status as one of the NHL's elite teams, clinching a playoff berth with a 5-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night. Jonathan Marchessault scored twice, helping Vegas secure their eighth straight…

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Golden Knights Edge Sharks 3-2 in Shootout on Marleau’s Historic Night

On a night of celebration for Patrick Marleau’s historic achievement, the Vegas Golden Knights claimed a 3-2 shootout victory over the San Jose Sharks on Monday, adding another win to their seven-game streak. Alex Tuch scored the decisive goal in…

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Golden Knights Defeat Ducks, Tie for Top Spot in West Division

Mark Stone, Max Pacioretty, and Nicolas Roy each recorded a goal and an assist on Sunday as the Vegas Golden Knights secured a 5-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks, moving into a tie for first place in the West Division…

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Lehner Secures Shutout as Golden Knights Dominate Ducks 4-0

Robin Lehner recorded his first shutout of the season with 16 saves, leading the Vegas Golden Knights to a commanding 4-0 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Friday night. This marked Lehner’s 16th career shutout and the win extended Vegas’…

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Fleury, Golden Knights Shut Out Coyotes 1-0

Marc-Andre Fleury, a longtime fan of goaltending legends Ed Belfour and Patrick Roy, tied both of his idols in the record books on Sunday night. Tomas Nosek scored the game's only goal, and Fleury stopped 14 shots as the Vegas…

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Smith Scores Twice as Golden Knights Defeat Coyotes 7-4

Reilly Smith found the back of the net twice, leading the Vegas Golden Knights to a 7-4 victory over the Arizona Coyotes on Friday night. Jonathan Marchessault, William Carrier, Keegan Kolesar, Chandler Stephenson, and Max Pacioretty also contributed goals for…

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Blues Snap 7-Game Skid with 3-1 Victory Over Vegas

Jordan Binnington made a season-high 50 saves, leading the St. Louis Blues to a much-needed 3-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday night, ending the Blues' seven-game winless streak. Vladimir Tarasenko, Sammy Blais, and Jake Walman scored for…

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Martinez, Carrier Power Golden Knights to 6-1 Win Over Blues

Alec Martinez netted two goals, and William Carrier contributed a goal and an assist, helping the Vegas Golden Knights cruise to a 6-1 victory over the struggling St. Louis Blues on Monday night. Tomas Nosek, Jonathan Marchessault, and Nicolas Hague…

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Talbot’s 27 Saves Lead Wild to 2-1 Win Over Golden Knights

Joel Eriksson Ek scored the goal in the third period, and Cam Talbot made 27 saves as the Minnesota Wild edged the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1 on Saturday night. With the win, the Wild became the first team to sweep…

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Fiala’s Shootout Goal Lifts Wild Over Golden Knights, 3-2

Kevin Fiala scored the decisive goal in the shootout, leading the Minnesota Wild to a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday night, snapping the Wild’s five-game road losing streak. “We’ve been playing really well at home, but…

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