LAS VEGAS (Dec. 23, 2025) – The Las Vegas Desert Dogs (1–1) are back on the road after securing their first win of the season during their Home Opener last Saturday. The Dogs turn their attention this week to the Toronto Rock, who they beat in overtime during their last meeting, 14-13, on April 6, 2025. Both teams enter the matchup fresh off wins at home, and look to extend their winning streak to two straight games.
A DUB IN THE DEN FOR VEGAS
The Dogs are riding the high off a thrilling 10-9 Home Opener win over the Ottawa Black Bears on Saturday at Penta Field inside Lee’s Family Forum. Mitch Jones led the team, scoring three goals — including the game winner — with seven points. Adam Poitras and Chase Fraser, who made his Desert Dogs debut, both found the back of the net twice.
TORONTO ROCKING
Like Vegas, Toronto has only played two games this season, splitting them 1-1. The Rock are also riding the high of a Home Opener win - and will have home field advantage against the Dogs on Saturday.
MILESTONES
Chris Cloutier needs 5 more points to reach 300 career NLL points.
Jonathan Donville needs 11 more assists to reach 200 career NLL assists.
Tyrell Hamer-Jackson surpassed 600 career faceoff wins in the team’s win against the Black Bears.
LVDD POINT LEADERS
#16 Mitch Jones – 10 points (4G, 6A)
#3 Jonathan Donville –10 points (3G, 7A)
#25 Chris Cloutier – 8 points (1G, 7A)
#19 Adam Poitras – 5 points (3G, 2A)
#8 Chase Fraser - 4 points (2G, 2A)
HOW TO WATCH
Fans can tune in to SSSEN locally or stream on NLL+ and ESPN+. Faceoff will start at 7 p.m. ET // 4 p.m. PT at TD Coliseum in Hamilton.
ABOUT LAS VEGAS DESERT DOGS
The Las Vegas Desert Dogs are a professional box lacrosse team and a member of the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Known for their dedication to excellence and their passionate fanbase, the Desert Dogs have become a symbol of local pride for the city of Las Vegas and one of the most entertaining nights out. The Desert Dogs play 18 games in the regular season, 9 home games + 9 away games. All home games are played at Lee’s Family Forum located in Henderson, NV, minutes away from the Las Vegas Strip. Games can be viewed locally on FOX 5, SSSEN, YouTube TV, ESPN+ and select games on ESPN2 and ESPNU. To stay updated on all things Las Vegas Desert Dogs, visit our official website lasvegasdesertdogs.com and follow us on social media @VegasDesertDogs on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn.
ABOUT NATIONAL LACROSSE LEAGUE
The National Lacrosse League (NLL) is North America’s largest professional lacrosse league and welcomed more than 1 million fans for the third consecutive year during the 2024-25 season. Founded in 1986, the NLL is comprised of 14 franchises across Canada and the United States, and recently unveiled its largest brand campaign ever, “Welcome to The Next Major League™” and introduced its comprehensive grassroots initiative, NLL UnBOXed™, that will expand the League’s footprint to 60 communities across North America by 2028. For the latest scores and developments in the National Lacrosse League, please visit: NLL.com and find the NLL on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and TikTok. Games are available live and streaming on TSN, TSN+, ESPN, and NLL+.
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