(left) Tony GranatoFormer University of Wisconsin hockey player Tony Granato is back as the head coach of the Avalanche, marking the beginning of his second stint behind Colorado's bench. Bypassed in the coaching decision was University of Denver alum Kevin Dineen.
Granato served as Colorado's coach for parts of two seasons from 2002-04, posting a 72-33-17-11 record and guiding the Avs to a pair of postseason appearances. Granato owns a .605 career winning percentage as an NHL head coach, the second-highest in franchise history.
"I'm excited about this challenge," Granato said. "I know this team has a great mix of youth, experience, skill and speed. I'm looking forward to this new opportunity ahead."
Dineen is considered a condidate for sevaral of the five NHL coaching vacancies. The Atlanta Thrashers, Florida Panthers, San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators are all looking for a new bench boss.
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