Quickly rebounding from this setback, Cassidy found a new coaching position with the Vegas Golden Knights, while the Bruins brought in Jim Montgomery as their new coach, previously with the Dallas Stars. The Bruins had an exceptional regular season, winning 65 games and setting NHL records. However, as hockey fans know, regular season success doesn't always guarantee success in the playoffs. Unfortunately for the Bruins, they learned this the hard way, suffering a heartbreaking seven-game defeat at the hands of the Florida Panthers, who ultimately became the Eastern Conference champions.
Ironically, Cassidy's Golden Knights ended up facing the Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final. The series concluded with Vegas winning four games to one, including a dominant 9-3 victory in the final game at the energetic T-Mobile Arena. The triumph marked a historic moment for Las Vegas, celebrating their first-ever professional sports championship.
With the Stanley Cup in hand, Cassidy already has plans for his special day with the trophy. He excitedly announced that he intends to take it to the Cape, a decision that may sting Bruins fans who are still disappointed about their team's playoff collapse and the fact that their former coach, whom they let go, is now a champion just over a year later.
"The Cup is going to the Cape!" Cassidy exclaimed joyfully after his team's remarkable triumph. Reflecting on his newfound champion status, he expressed his contentment, relishing the unassailable position it provides.
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15 JUIN | 77 ANSWERS BREAKING: Bruce Cassidy's Controversial Jab at the Bruins Following a Recent Announcement can Montgomery lead the Bruins to the finals? | ||
100% | 54 | 70.1 % |
No I don't think so | 23 | 29.9 % |
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