Hunter wants to coach the London Knights in the Memorial Cup tournament. -probably has to do with contractual obligations. If he stayed as a coach with Washington, he may not be allowed to coach another team.
The article also mentions that the reason for stepping down for the job has to do with personal reasons. Hunter wants to go back to his family in Canada.
Anyways, thanks Hunter for helping the Caps knock out the bad news Bruins.
A "thank you" from a Canucks fan.
Hunter steps down as Capitals head coach - sportsnet.ca