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John Tortorella was hired as Vegas Golden Knights coach with eight games left to spark a playoff push after Bruce Cassidy was fired. Captain Mark Stone said the team’s energy had gone stale and needs a jolt, while Jack Eichel suggested only minor system tweaks and a sharper start are needed as Vegas, third in the Pacific, fights for a wild-card berth.
Vegas Golden Knights named John Tortorella head coach after firing Bruce Cassidy, hoping his proven energy and no-nonsense style can spark a struggling, talent-rich team that has tumbled in the Pacific standings after the Olympic break; Tortorella brings a Stanley Cup, two Jack Adams Awards, and a reputation for demanding non-negotiables as he tries to turn around a slide and win games.
Vegas Golden Knights hire John Tortorella to spark an eight-game turnaround toward the playoffs, hoping his 23-season NHL coaching résumé, Cup win, and Olympic experience will galvanize the locker room.