John Tortorella Will Not Return To Vegas Golden Knights

Vegas Golden Knights coach John Tortorella is leaving the team after just over two months.

Tortorella replaced Bruce Cassidy on March 30 and led the team to the Stanley Cup final, where they lost to the Carolina Hurricanes in six games.

"We thank Torts for the guidance he provided our team since joining the organization in March," Golden Knights GM Kelly McCrimmon said in an announcement Tuesday.

"When the decision was made to bring Torts to Vegas, we needed an immediate impact to help us at a pivotal point in the season. Torts' experience and leadership proved to be the boost that we were looking for, helping guide us to the Stanley Cup final. We are grateful for Torts' passion, sincerity, and commitment to our organization, and we wish him and his family the best."

Tortorella, 67, told reporters after Game 6 of the final on Sunday that he had to swallow the loss a bit when asked about his future.

He finishes his brief tenure in Vegas with a 7-0-1 record in the regular season and a 14-8 record in the playoffs.

More to come.

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This story was originally published June 16, 2026 at 9:10 AM.