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Golden Knights promote Ryan Craig to head coach from AHL

The Vegas Golden Knights have promoted Ryan Craig to head coach, replacing John Tortorella
Vegas Golden Knights players watch from the bench during the third period in Game 6 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final series against the Carolina Hurricanes, Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

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Vegas Golden Knights players watch from the bench during the third period in Game 6 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final series against the Carolina Hurricanes, Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
By MARK ANDERSON – AP Sports Writer
1 hour ago

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Vegas Golden Knights have promoted Ryan Craig to head coach, replacing John Tortorella, the club announced Wednesday.

Craig has been the organization's American Hockey League coach in Henderson, Nevada.

Craig will address reporters on Thursday.

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