In a shocking decision that's sending shockwaves through the NHL, Golden Knights head coach John Tortorella will not be returning to the team next season. Despite leading the Knights to the Stanley Cup Final in his first season at the helm, Tortorella's tenure in Vegas has come to an abrupt end. The 64-year-old coaching veteran was hired with just eight games left in the regular season, sparking speculation that he would be a one-and-done hire for the Knights. Now, the team must begin the search for a new coach to lead them back to the promised land of Stanley Cup contention.


John Tortorella, who was hired with eight games left in the regular season and guided the Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final, will not return as coach next season.