from Michael Traikos of the National Post,

The highest-paid forward on the Vegas Golden Knights — a player who cost the team first-, second- and third-round draft picks at the trade deadline — was the last one off the ice after Wednesday’s morning skate.

It was a clear sign that Tomas Tatar would not be playing in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup.

Not that Tatar expected to. He had been a healthy scratch in 10 of the previous 16 playoff games, having last played in Game 3 of the Western Conference final against the Winnipeg Jets. For someone who has reached the 20-goal mark in each of the past four seasons, it’s a bit surprising.

And yet, there is no complaining or sulking coming from the 27-year-old.

Tatar knew what he was getting into when he was traded from the Detroit Red Wings. He knew this team was leading the Pacific Division. More than that, he knew that the success of the team stemmed from a mantra where contracts and star status took a backseat to team chemistry.

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