Ahokas Hires Heat on Bednar | Colorado Avalanche News

Jussi Ahokas, a rising coaching star with OHL pedigree, has landed the head coach role at Colorado’s AHL affiliate — a move that hints at his NHL future but doesn’t directly threaten Jared Bednar. With the Avalanche’s core aging and big contracts looming, every season counts. Ahokas’ AHL appointment is a smart stepping stone, while Bednar may face indirect pressure from David Karl, who’s holding out for the top job — and won’t relocate his family. The Avs’ window is narrowing, and the coaching chessboard is shifting. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c38beba3bfc64416