Avalanche coach Bednar and staff return for next season
ESPN NHL • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:34 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic confirmed that head coach Jared Bednar and his coaching staff will return for the 2026-27 NHL season. This decision comes after a season that saw the Avalanche aim for a deeper playoff run but ultimately fall short. Bednar has been with the Avalanche since 2016 and has guided the team to significant accomplishments, including a Stanley Cup victory. The organization looks to build on this continuity as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Joe Sakic announced Bednar's return for 2026-27 season.
- •Bednar has been head coach since 2016.
- •Avalanche aim to build on stability for the future.
- 8:23 PMESPN NHL — Avs bringing back coach Bednar, staff next season
"Colorado GM Joe Sakic said that Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar and his staff will return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
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