The Vegas Golden Knights have denied the Edmonton Oilers permission to interview head coach Bruce Cassidy, according to NHL insider Frank Seravalli. The report, published on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, indicates that the Oilers were seeking to speak with Cassidy about their vacant head coaching position.
Cassidy, who led the Golden Knights to a Stanley Cup championship in 2023, is under contract with Vegas through the 2027-28 season. The team's decision to block the interview is standard practice under NHL rules, as teams can deny permission for coaches under contract unless a promotion is involved.
The Oilers are currently searching for a new head coach after parting ways with their previous bench boss. Cassidy, 60, has a career coaching record of 347-165-53 in the NHL, including stints with the Boston Bruins and Washington Capitals before joining Vegas in 2022.
