NHL takes draft pick away from Golden Knights over media policy violation

The NHL came down hard on the Vegas Golden Knights for violating media policies after the team advanced to the Western Conference final.Head coach John Tortorella didn't meet with the media after the series-clinching 5-1 win against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday, May 14, and the dressing room wasn't opened to the media either, according to reporters.The NHL said Friday it was taking a 2026 second-round pick away from the Golden Knights and was fining Tortorella $100,000. The league said the team had been warned before and that Vegas would be able to appeal the penalties. A hearing, if requested, would be held next week in New York.1 / 45NHL awards finalists: Who's up for 2025-26 regular season awards?The NHL is announcing the finalists for the Hart Trophy and the other major awards. Here's who is in the running (listed alphabetically):The team said in a social media statement: "The Golden Knights are aware of today's announcement from the NHL regarding the postgame media availability following Game 6 in Anaheim. The organization will have no further comment."This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Vegas Golden Knights lose draft pick for violating NHL media policy