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Vegas Golden Knights Fire Head Coach Bruce Cassidy
Cassidy's dismissal comes after the team missed the playoffs for the second straight season.
Mar. 29, 2026 at 11:59pm
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The Golden Knights' dismissal of head coach Bruce Cassidy signals a need for a new strategic approach as the team looks to regain its competitive edge.Buffalo TodayThe Vegas Golden Knights have fired head coach Bruce Cassidy after two seasons with the team. Cassidy's dismissal comes after the Golden Knights missed the NHL playoffs for the second consecutive year, a disappointing outcome for a team that had been a perennial postseason contender.
Why it matters
The Golden Knights were one of the NHL's most successful expansion franchises, making the Stanley Cup Finals in their inaugural 2017-18 season. However, the team has struggled in recent years, failing to recapture that early magic. Cassidy's firing signals a potential reset for the organization as they look to get back on track and return to the playoffs.
The details
Cassidy was hired by the Golden Knights in June 2024 after being let go by the Boston Bruins. In his two seasons in Vegas, the team went 78-56-10 but missed the playoffs both years. The Golden Knights cited a need for 'new leadership and a fresh approach' as the reasons behind Cassidy's dismissal.
- Cassidy was hired as Golden Knights head coach in June 2024.
- The Golden Knights missed the playoffs in the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons under Cassidy's leadership.
- Cassidy was fired by the Golden Knights on March 29, 2026.
The players
Bruce Cassidy
Former head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights who was fired after two seasons with the team.
Vegas Golden Knights
NHL expansion franchise that made the Stanley Cup Finals in their inaugural 2017-18 season but have struggled in recent years, missing the playoffs in back-to-back seasons.
What they’re saying
“We thank Bruce for his dedication and hard work, but we believe the team needs a new voice and direction to return to the playoffs and compete for the Stanley Cup.”
— Kelly McCrimmon, General Manager, Vegas Golden Knights
What’s next
The Golden Knights will immediately begin a search for a new head coach to lead the team back to the playoffs.
The takeaway
The Golden Knights' decision to part ways with Bruce Cassidy underscores the high expectations and pressure facing NHL coaches, even those who have found past success. The team's struggles in recent seasons have prompted a need for a fresh start, as they look to recapture the magic of their early years and return to contention.
