Golden Knights block Oilers from hiring Bruce Cassidy as coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Vegas Golden Knights are taking steps to retain head coach Bruce Cassidy, reportedly willing to pay him $4.5 million to prevent him from joining the Edmonton Oilers. NHL insider Darren Dreger suggested it is highly unlikely the Golden Knights will permit Cassidy's departure. Meanwhile, the Oilers are shifting focus towards Mike Babcock as their primary coaching candidate, awaiting the conclusion of an NHL investigation into his conduct. This decision follows the end of the playoffs, signaling a potential new direction for the Oilers' coaching staff.
- •Vegas will pay $4.5 million to keep Cassidy off the Oilers' bench.
- •Oilers are targeting Mike Babcock as their next coach.
- •NHL investigation into Babcock's conduct is ongoing.
- •Ryan Craig is expected to be considered for the Knights' coaching role.
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"Vegas appears willing to pay $4.5 million to keep Bruce Cassidy off Edmonton’s bench, choosing to block their rival's pursuit while pivoting toward an AHL coach.
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