Avalanche confirm Jared Bednar returns as head coach for next season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:03 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar will remain with the team for the upcoming 2026-27 season. This decision follows the Avalanche's disappointing playoff run and the departure of GM Chris MacFarland to Nashville. GM Joe Sakic reiterated Bednar’s commitment during his season-ending press conference. The choice has sparked discussions about whether sticking with Bednar is beneficial, as he is the franchise's winningest coach but has faced criticism over playoff performance.
- •Jared Bednar will return for the 2026-27 season with the Avalanche.
- •Joe Sakic confirmed Bednar's status during a season-ending press conference.
- •Bednar is the winningest coach in franchise history with a record of 439-271-69.
- •Critics point to playoff failures as a concern for future success.
- •The Avalanche seek to build on their recent progress despite a mixed playoff performance.
- 3:03 PMYahoo Sports — Pros and Cons of Jared Bednar returning
"Is it time for a change or is the head coach being taken for granted?
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