How hot is Jared Bednar’s seat with Avalanche?

As we prepare for the 2026-27 NHL season, eyes will be on the Colorado Avalanche as they try to bounce back after a campaign that saw them win the Presidents’ Trophy, but were swept in the third round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Vegas Golden Knights. Jared Bednar is entering his 11th season as Avalanche head coach. While he’s recorded four 50-win seasons as the Avs’ bench boss, they have hoisted the Stanley Cup just once, back in 2022. With one year left on his contract, some are wondering if Bednar could be on the hot seat as…