Vegas GM blames Oilers amid Bruce Cassidy coaching saga
The ongoing coaching saga involving Bruce Cassidy has intensified as Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon points fingers at the Edmonton Oilers. McCrimmon claims that the controversy surrounding Cassidy's blocked interview requests was leaked by Edmonton. Despite the pressure from the Oilers, Vegas has no intention of changing its stance on Cassidy's availability.
- ▪Kelly McCrimmon accused Edmonton of leaking information about Bruce Cassidy's coaching situation.
- ▪Cassidy, who was fired by Vegas, remains under contract and cannot interview with other teams without permission.
- ▪Edmonton is seeking a new coach after a disappointing playoff exit and views Cassidy as a top candidate.
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