Avalanche’s Coaching Crossroads | Colorado Avalanche News

The Colorado Avalanche are poised for a high-profile season with sixteen nationally televised games, including their historic first Winter Classic against the Utah Mammoth. Meanwhile, AHL affiliate the Screaming Eagles have hired Finnish coaching legend Jussi Ahokas — a potential future NHL head coach — raising questions about pressure on current Avalanche bench boss Jared Bednar. With aging stars and a looming Cale Makar contract decision, the coaching staff’s performance is more crucial than ever. But the real wildcard? David Karl, who passed on other NHL gigs and is reportedly waiting in the wings — ready to step in if things go south. 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/32a0721bc623059b