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Capitals Fire Mitch Love, NHL Suspends Coach Over Allegations
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Capitals Fire Mitch Love, NHL Suspends Coach Over Allegations
The Washington Capitals immediately terminated assistant coach Mitch Love on Sunday following the conclusion of a months-long investigation into past personal conduct. The NHL also suspended Love for one year.
Love interviewed for several head coaching positions, including with the Pittsburgh Penguins , and was considered a favorite, but as time passed, Love wasn't hired.
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The Penguins eventually hired Dan Muse , and other teams hired other candidates. The league and several teams reportedly received letters that detailed the past allegations, and the NHL began its investigation.
"While I am disappointed by and disagree with the NHL's decision, I respect the process and accept both the league's findings and the Capitals' decision. I will continue to openly cooperate through the process. That said, I fully deny the allegations against me and look forward to returning to the sport I love as soon as possible."
The Capitals placed Love on leave Sept. 14 pending the results of the now-completed investigation.
"Mitch Love has been relieved of his duties as an assistant coach, effective immediately," the Capitals said in a statement. "This decision follows the findings of an NHL-led investigation into past allegations. The organization is committed to maintaining the highest standards of conduct and accountability."
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The allegations predated his tenure with the Capitals, but they remain unspecified. Love two years as the head coach of the Calgary Flames ' AHL affiliates and time in the WHL.
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