| Born: | February 28, 1972 | Draft: | Undrafted |
| Hometown: | Yorkton, SK, CAN | Position: | Defense |
| Known For: | Shoots: | Right | |
| National Team: | Canada | | |
Jared Bednar (born February 28, 1972) is a Canadian professional ice hockey coach and former player. He is the current head coach of the Colorado Avalanche of the National Hockey League (NHL). He previously coached the Lake Erie Monsters of the American Hockey League, leading them to a Calder Cup championship in the 2015–16 season. He then won a Stanley Cup in 2021-22.
Years as a NHL player: N/A
Years as a NHL coach: 2016-present
Jared Bednar Statistics
Deeper Dive
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Coaching History
- 2002-07 South Carolina Stingrays ECHL Asst. Coach
- 2007-09 South Carolina Stingrays ECHL Head Coach
- 2009-10 Abbotsford Heat AHL Asst. Coach
- 2010-12 Peoria Rivermen AHL Head Coach
- 2012-15 Springfield Falcons AHL Head Coach
- 2015-16 Lake Erie Monsters AHL Head Coach
- 2016-Present Colorado Avalanche NHL Head Coach
Achievements
- Jack Adams Award Nominee
- Made the playoffs in three out of four seasons with the Avalanche
- Stanley Cup Champion (2022 – Avalanche)