NHL teams wait for Vegas’ permission to talk to Bruce Cassidy: ‘Our focus currently is on the Stanley Cup playoffs’
New York Times
Last updated: May 21, 2026
The Vegas Golden Knights have fired head coach Bruce Cassidy but are reportedly preventing him from immediately taking another coaching position. This action stems from the team's decision to part ways with Cassidy late in the regular season, with still eight games remaining.
- The Vegas Golden Knights made the decision to fire head coach Bruce Cassidy in March, with only eight games left in the regular season. Cassidy had been with the team for two seasons, leading them to a Stanley Cup victory in the 2022-2023 season. Despite this recent success, the team's performance in the 2023-2024 season, which saw them struggle with injuries and inconsistent play, led to the organizational decision. Following his dismissal, Cassidy expressed his desire to continue coaching in the NHL. However, reports indicate that the Golden Knights are seeking compensation from any team that wishes to hire Cassidy, suggesting a potential trade or a contractual dispute. This move could significantly impact Cassidy's immediate future coaching prospects and the Golden Knights' organizational strategy regarding coaching transitions. The team's management has not yet publicly announced a replacement for Cassidy.
