Zac Electrifly

The Tahoe Knight Monsters are heading into the fourteenth game of their season with a familiar opponent, the Greensboro Gargoyles. As the ECHL affiliate of the Vegas Golden Knights, Tahoe enters the matchup with a 7-5-1 record, sitting seventh in the league. The team is looking to bounce back after a 0-2 loss to Greensboro in their previous meeting. The Gargoyles, affiliated with the Carolina Hurricanes, hold a 4-5-3 record and have been riding some momentum, having won both recent matchups against the Knight Monsters. Historically, Tahoe has yet to secure a victory over Greensboro, with the all-time series standing at 0-1-1. Their most recent clash took place on Friday, November 15th, 2025, with Greensboro coming out on top once again.

GAME DAY⚔️

Knight Monsters vs. Gargoyles @4PM. Time to handle business. pic.twitter.com/2UijSYoSHx

— Tahoe Knight Monsters (@Knight_monsters) November 15, 2025

The Knight Monsters are currently struggling through a three-game losing streak, including back-to-back close losses in Greensboro. Eager to turn things around, Tahoe is still searching for their eighth win of the season and aims to climb back toward the top of the league standings. Meanwhile, the Greensboro Gargoyles are looking to continue their dominance over the Knight Monsters, seeking a third straight win against Tahoe. With four victories already under their belt, Greensboro is also pushing for their fifth win of the season as they work to rise out of the lower ranks of the ECHL.

Keys to the Game

Break the Losing Streak – Tahoe enters this matchup on a three-game skid, including two narrow losses in Greensboro. Finding a way to regain confidence early will be crucial. A strong start could set the tone for finally snapping the losing streak.

Capitalize on Opportunities – The Knight Monsters need to convert scoring chances, especially in tight games. Greensboro has shown they can hold leads, so Tahoe must be sharp on the power play and aggressive on rebounds to tilt the scoreboard in their favor.

Stay Disciplined in the Defensive Zone – Tahoe can’t afford costly penalties against a team that has had their number recently. Keeping a solid defensive structure and minimizing mistakes will be key to limiting the Gargoyles’ scoring chances.

Goaltending Matters – With both teams fighting for momentum, strong goaltending could decide this matchup. Tahoe’s netminder needs to rebound from the last losses and make timely saves to keep the team competitive.

Edge in Morale and Momentum – Greensboro is chasing a third straight win over Tahoe and is motivated to move up from the bottom of the league. Tahoe must match that intensity, play with urgency, and seize momentum shifts to reclaim control of the series.