"VGK" meaning in English

See VGK in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Head templates: {{en-proper-noun}} VGK
  1. (Canada, US, ice hockey) Abbreviation of Vegas Golden Knights. Tags: Canada, US, abbreviation, alt-of Alternative form of: Vegas Golden Knights Categories (topical): Ice hockey
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