Several Twitter users expressed surprise and confusion as the Boston Bruins announced their decision to fire head coach Bruce Cassidy, despite it not being April 1st. The unexpected move sparked reactions resembling April Fool's jokes, with users questioning the timing of the decision.
Literally had to check if it's 4/1. https://t.co/XMiTbV8c4A
It's not April 1st ... https://t.co/NXliyglk0D
Wait, April fool isn't for another month https://t.co/HaaxTbQGBC
This made me stop and check the date. I thought maybe it was a cringey tone deaf April Fool's Day joke. https://t.co/klbGxAMEgZ
A little early for an April Fool's joke...? https://t.co/DJhEGnx9Bk
Silly season has come a couple days early.