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Tortorella steps down as Golden Knights head coach after Cup Final run

NHL News • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:27 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Tortorella steps down as Golden Knights head coach after Cup Final run
Summary

The Vegas Golden Knights announced that head coach John Tortorella will not return for the next season. Tortorella, 67, took over the coaching duties on March 29 and led the team to the Cup Final. The organization expressed gratitude for his leadership during this period. The search for a new head coach will begin soon as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

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  • •Tortorella joined the Golden Knights on March 29.
  • •He led the team to the Cup Final in his tenure.
  • •The organization thanked Tortorella for his guidance.
  • •A search for a new head coach will commence.
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  • 7:27 PMNHL News — Tortorella won't return as Golden Knights coach - NHL.com
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67-year-old led Vegas to Cup Final after taking over on March 29

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