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NHL stands behind Golden Knights’ decision not to let fired Bruce Cassidy interview elsewhere
- NHL confirms Vegas may block Cassidy interviews while under contract, acknowledging rights and playoff distractions.
- Cassidy says he would quit and forgo the salary to interview elsewhere, but the contract blocks him.
- Edmonton, Los Angeles and Toronto reportedly asked to interview Cassidy as vacancies exist around the league.
- Daly notes some contracts exist that would allow a move, but Cassidy’s contract did not.
- Cassidy says he wants to return to coaching, if permitted, signaling strong interest in openings.
- The Knights’ general manager Kelly McCrimmon emphasizes loyalty to Vegas amid ongoing playoffs.
- The Cassidy situation arises as the Stanley Cup Final approaches, with Cassidy’s former team in the mix.
- Cassidy helped the Knights win the 2023 Stanley Cup, illustrating his strong coaching pedigree.
- Bettman stresses that long-term contracts can have consequences when coaching moves are restricted.
- The situation highlights potential need for clearer release language in coaching contracts.
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