Barry Trotz, the head coach of the Washington Capitals that everyone assumed all season long would be let go by the team this summer until he went and won their first-ever Stanley Cup, is now a free agent after all.
Barry Trotz informed the organization today of his decision to resign as head coach of the Washington Capitals. We are obviously disappointed by Barry’s decision, but would like to thank Barry for all his efforts the past four years and for helping bring the Stanley Cup to Washington. Barry is a man of high character and integrity and we are grateful for his leadership and for all that he has done for our franchise.