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Bruce Cassidy Calls It ‘Upsetting’ as Golden Knights Block Him From Coaching Interviews
Cassidy said his contract blocks talks with other NHL teams, while the NHL Coaches Association criticized the Golden Knights’ refusal to grant permission.
- On Thursday, former Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy revealed on the Spittin' Chiclets podcast that Vegas management blocked him from interviewing with the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings, calling the decision "upsetting."
- Cassidy explained that standard coaching contracts prohibit staff from interviewing elsewhere without permission to prevent mid-season departures, noting his own deal runs through next season.
- The NHL Coaches Association criticized the organization on May 19 for the restriction, while general manager Kelly McCrimmon previously defended the team's focus on the Stanley Cup playoffs.
- After firing Cassidy with eight games remaining, replacement coach John Tortorella led the team to a Pacific Division title and defeated the Utah Mammoth, Anaheim Ducks, and Colorado Avalanche to reach the Stanley Cup Final.
- The Golden Knights are preparing for the Stanley Cup Final beginning Tuesday or June 4, as the coaching dispute continues to draw scrutiny.
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