Kuznetsov downplays Golden Knights' speed following Game 1 loss

The Vegas Golden Knights have overwhelmed teams with their impressive speed and entries into the offensive zone this season, but Washington Capitals star Evgeny Kuznetsov - one of the most dynamic skaters in the Stanley Cup Final himself - doesn't agree that Vegas is all that intimidating.

ESPN's Emily Kaplan relayed the following exchange Tuesday:

The Golden Knights took Game 1 of the series 6-4, in large part due to their ability to generate pace through the wings and catch the Capitals flat-footed in their own end.

Kuznetsov, who notched an assist in the opener, will likely need to be a catalyst for Washington if the team hopes to keep up with Vegas and even the series on Wednesday night.