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John Tortorella hired as head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

John Tortorella hired as head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights
Summary

The Vegas Golden Knights have announced the hiring of John Tortorella as their new head coach, replacing Bruce Cassidy with eight games remaining in the regular season. Tortorella, who has a history of controversial incidents and disciplinary actions, is known for his unapologetic style. Under his leadership, the Golden Knights won seven of their last eight games of the season, bringing Tortorella's regular-season wins to 777, ranking him ninth all-time. This move aligns with the team's aggressive pursuit of success, fitting Tortorella's reputation. Despite his turbulent past, he aims for a fresh start in Las Vegas as he seeks another championship run.

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  • •Tortorella replaces Bruce Cassidy as coach of the Golden Knights.
  • •He has a long history of fines and disciplinary actions in the NHL.
  • •The Golden Knights won 7 of their last 8 games under Tortorella.
  • •Tortorella's career total of 777 wins ranks ninth all-time.
  • •His hiring comes with the team seeking a championship in the postseason.
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