Golden Knights Forfeit Draft Pick as Part of Major NHL Punishment
Summary
The Vegas Golden Knights lost their second-round pick in the 2026 NHL draft, and their coach, John Tortorella, was fined $100,000. This punishment came after the team refused to allow media access following a playoff win, violating NHL rules about media availability during the Stanley Cup Playoffs.Key Facts
- The Golden Knights did not open their locker room to the media after a playoff game against the Anaheim Ducks.
- Coach John Tortorella refused to speak to reporters after the game.
- The NHL fined Tortorella $100,000 for breaking media rules.
- Vegas must give up its second-round pick in the 2026 NHL draft but can appeal the decision.
- The team had already traded away its 2026 first-round draft pick in a previous deal.
- The NHL warned the team before about following media rules.
- Tortorella has been fined and suspended before for conduct related to league rules and media interactions.
- The Golden Knights declined to comment further on the NHL’s punishment after the announcement.
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