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The Washington Capitals have announced they are parting ways with assistant coach Kirk Mueller. Müller’s contract was due to expire in June.

On Monday morning, Capitals general manager Chris Patrick released a statement regarding Mueller. The assistant coach wants to pursue “other opportunities in the National Hockey League.”

“Kirk has expressed his desire to explore other opportunities within the National Hockey League and we respect and support his decision,” Patrick said. “We thank Kirk for his dedication, professionalism and numerous contributions he has made during his three years with our organization. He is an experienced and highly respected coach whose work ethic, leadership and commitment to player development have made a meaningful impact on our team both on and off the ice. We wish him and his family all the best in the next chapter of his career.”

Muller joined head coach Spencer Carberry’s staff in June 2023. He was brought in to work with the Capitals’ forwards and run the power play.

Last season, the Capitals’ power play struggled and ranked eighth-worst in the NHL at 17.8 percent. The team missed the playoffs for the first time under Carberry due to inconsistency on the man advantage.

In Mueller’s three-year tenure, the Capitals’ power play operated at 20.6 percent and near the middle league-wide.

Muller’s NHL coaching tenure began in 2006–07 with the Montreal Canadiens. He briefly served as head coach for both Montreal and the Carolina Hurricanes.

The Capitals will be looking to fill another coaching staff void this summer. It already looks to be a busy offseason for the team in general.

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The Vegas Golden Knights enter Saturday with a long-awaited opportunity to make the playoffs after a season that has included many ups and downs. After moving on from head coach Bruce Cassidy and making a move at the trade deadline, the Golden Knights now find themselves within reach of the postseason, a situation that once seemed uncertain.

This opportunity came against the NHL’s top team, the Colorado Avalanche. The Golden Knights can secure their spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs in one of two ways, which we’ll get into shortly.

For a team that has endured ups and downs in a tumultuous campaign, the stakes are clear. Take care of business and the Golden Knights have arrived. Let’s look at those two options.

1. Victory and the Golden Knights have arrived

Of course, the easiest path forward for the Golden Knights is a win over the Avalanche, although that’s easier said than done. A win would all but secure their playoff spot, eliminating the need to rely on help elsewhere and providing a jolt of momentum heading into the final stages.

Avalanching is a difficult task. They are 8-2-0 in their last 10 games and have already secured the President’s Trophy, which is awarded annually to the team with the league’s best regular season record.

For the Golden Knights, the match also marks the end of a four-game road trip in which they have gone 2-0-1, extending their point streak to seven games. In keeping with their postseason fortunes, the Golden Knights come off playing some of their most consistent hockey of the season.

2. Loss to the Nashville Predators or Winnipeg Jets

If the Golden Knights fall to the Avalanche, their playoff hopes can still be secured with the right results during the league.

If either the Nashville Predators or Winnipeg Jets lose, the Golden Knights will clinch a postseason berth. In that scenario, they would maintain enough separation in the standings to secure their spot, regardless of their own result.

Although returning to the playoffs is not the preferred path, it would still serve the primary purpose of extending the season.

Puck drop in Denver is at 5:00pm PST.

Cooper Krigbaum is a beat reporter covering the Vegas Golden Knights for Vegas Hockey Now on SportsNut. He also told about Cooper Krigbaum

The Miami Heat are finally ready to close the book on the Terry Rozier era. After a season defined more by legit headlines than highlights, Miami is expected to waive the veteran guard before the NBA playoffs begin. The move is intended to clear a roster spot for the postseason, allowing Pat Riley and the front office to add depth or convert a two-way contract once the regular season ends.

Terry Rozier has not played a single minute for the Heat this season. His absence began after October 1. 23 arrests related to federal investigation of illegal gambling. While he remained on the roster as a potential trade chip, his expiring $26.6 million contract found no taker before the February deadline. With the team now holding a 38–31 record and fighting for position in the crowded Eastern Conference, Miami has decided it is time to move on.

The veteran guard must clear waivers before the regular season ends on April 12, meaning the Heat will likely make the move official by April 9. Last season, Rozier averaged 10.6 points and 2.6 assists in 64 games for Miami, but his production dropped significantly after a trade to the Charlotte Hornets.

In his absence, players like Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo have carried the load. Herro is currently averaging 21.4 points per game, while Adebayo has been a force in the paint with 20.0 points and nearly 10 rebounds a night. The Heat recently lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in a hard-fought game, highlighting the need for a final, cohesive roster to advance to the play-in or playoff rounds.

Waiver of Rozier potentially opens up a seat for contributors like Pelle Larsson or Keishad Johnson to join the standard roster. While the gambling case continues in court, the Heat have focused on the court, opting for playoff flexibility rather than a roster spot that has been unused for months.

In addition to breaking Wilt Chamberlain’s record for most consecutive 20+ point games in NBA history, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander accomplished another feat that only one player has accomplished. After joining Chamberlain in a special group, Gilgeous-Alexander joined Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James during the same game – a 129-126 win against MVP candidate Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets.

Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored back-to-back threes between the Thunder’s final two possessions, including a game-winner, finished with 35 points, 15 assists and zero turnovers in Monday’s win against the Nuggets. Gilgeous-Alexander joins James as the only two players in NBA history to finish a game with 35+ points, 15+ assists and zero turnovers.

James finished 2018 with 35 points, 17 assists and zero turnovers in a 132–129 win against the Toronto Raptors. He became the first NBA player to do so at the time, and now, he has company.

Gilgeous-Alexander equaled Chamberlain’s 63-year-old record, leading the Thunder to a three-point win against their rivals in the Nuggets, whom the defending champions defeated 4-3 in the Western Conference semi-finals last season. The Thunder also handed the Nuggets their second loss in 10 days, following a classic 127-121 overtime thriller.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reacts to Wilt Chamberlain tying down

For Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, it’s important to focus on winning rather than focusing on breaking a 63-year-old record to accomplish such a rare feat in NBA history. Then, if that wasn’t enough for Thunder fans, Gilgeous-Alexander’s game-winning three on the Nuggets sealed an unforgettable night at Paycom Center.

gilgeous-alexander explain why Not paying attention to Chamberlain’s phenomenal record helped him get there.

Gilgeous-Alexander said after the win, “It still lingers in my mind. To be honest, I try not to think about it, especially during the season. There’s a lot going on. A lot of things have to go right to get what you want ultimately.” “That’s my 100 percent focus, especially in a basketball context. It’s special to interact with a guy like that (Wilt Chamberlain).

“It’s crazy to think that where I was 10 years ago, I would be here today. You work hard. You trust the process. You look up, and great things can happen to you, and I’m proof of that.”

SGA on equaling Wilt Chamberlain’s record for most consecutive 20+ point games (126): “Honestly, I try not to think about it, especially during the season. There’s a lot going on…

But to interact with a guy like that (Wilt Chamberlain) is special. It’s crazy to think… pic.twitter.com/Mdfj7jVSDp

-Joshua Peacock (@Joe_Sway) 10 March 2026

Gilgeous-Alexander will try to set the NBA record for most consecutive 20+ point games when the Thunder host the Celtics on Thursday, making it 127.

Tottenham Hotspur have had a tough time and now sit 16th in the table, four points above the relegation zone.

The Premier League side have already parted ways with Thomas Frank and appointed Igor Tudor until the end of this season. Spurs could see a few of their players leave in the next window and goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario could be one of them.

Inter Milan are considering Vicario as a replacement for 37-year-old Yann Sommer at San Siro next summer.

sports witness Recently Covered Claims From Italy, Tottenham want around €25-30m for the stopper. On the other hand, the Serie A team are initially looking to sign him on loan, while Juventus are also keen.

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The Italy international is not the only Spurs player on Inter Milan’s agenda for the summer.

at least that’s it interest Are reporting. The outlet says the Nerazzurri are showing interest in Spurs’ Pedro Porro.

The 26-year-old Spain international has been a regular for Tottenham since joining from Sporting in January 2023, making 139 appearances in all competitions so far.

His form for the north London club has helped him cement his place in the national team. The right-back may get the opportunity to move to Serie A after this season.

Why is Inter looking at Pedro Porro?

Denzel Dumfries has been the first-choice right-back/wing-back at San Siro but his future beyond this season remains uncertain. Liverpool tried to sign the Inter Milan star at the end of the winter market.

Earlier this month, Sport Witness broadcast news That Arne Slot blocked Dumfries’ signing due to his injury.

L’Interista say he has a €25m release clause and has several interested parties, without naming any clubs. If Dumfries is to continue beyond this season, Inter Milan could look at cheaper options in the summer.

Should the Dutchman leave, the report adds that Inter Milan’s management have identified Porro as a target to replace him.

The Spaniard has a contract until 2028, and L’Interista state Spurs value him at ‘no less than €25m’.

It’s worth noting that Transfermarkt now values ​​Poro at €40m and Tottenham could demand a higher fee than that for the fullback.