Logan Thompson on Golden Knights firing head coach Bruce Cassidy: ‘You never want to see someone lose their job’
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Key Points:
- Logan Thompson, former Vegas Golden Knights goalie, led the Washington Capitals to a shootout win over Vegas, a loss that contributed to the firing of longtime Vegas head coach Bruce Cassidy.
- Cassidy, who coached Thompson for two seasons and won the Stanley Cup together in 2022-23, was dismissed after four seasons and replaced by John Tortorella for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.
- Despite the sour ending, Thompson expressed respect and gratitude toward Cassidy, acknowledging his role in his development and predicting Cassidy will find success with another team.
- Reports indicate Cassidy's relationship with the Vegas locker room had deteriorated over time, with tensions peaking during a playoff series against Edmonton last spring, leading to management's eventual decision to make a coaching change.
- Thompson's own relationship with Vegas management was strained, leading to a trade request, and since joining Washington, he has excelled, especially against Vegas, highlighting the Golden Knights' ongoing struggles in goal.
