JUST IN: Avalanche Coach Jared Bednar Stuns Media — Declares Nathan MacKinnon New GM and NHL Community Voice
In one of the most unexpected announcements in NHL history, Colorado Avalanche Head Coach Jared Bednar shocked the hockey world today by declaring that star forward Nathan MacKinnon has officially been named the General Manager of the Avalanche — effective immediately.
But that’s not all.
During the press conference, Bednar took a sip of water, cleared his throat, and dropped a second bombshell:
“Nathan MacKinnon will also serve as the official Community Voice of the National Hockey League moving forward. He’s earned it. He talks fast, skates faster, and he’s got opinions.”
🏒 MacKinnon Responds: “Wait, I’m What Now?”
MacKinnon, who had just finished a casual skate, entered the press room still in his gear, visibly caught off guard.
“I was told we were having a leadership meeting. Next thing I know, I’m the GM and apparently the voice of hockey? I guess I better buy a suit.”
He added, “First order of business: bring back mullets, ban boring goal songs, and mandatory pre-game espresso shots.”
📋 Avalanche Front Office in Total Disarray
The Avalanche front office staff reportedly learned of the decision via group text during the press conference. One anonymous executive messaged reporters:
“We thought it was a joke. Then Bednar handed Nate a clipboard and said, ‘You run it now.’ So… I guess we work for MacKinnon.”
Sources say MacKinnon has already made several aggressive front-office moves, including:
- Hiring a full-time skate sharpener with a philosophy degree
- Replacing the scouting department with a group of junior hockey dads from Nova Scotia
- Launching an internal investigation into who ate his protein bar last week
🗣️ NHL Confused but On Board?
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman released a short, cautious statement:
“While this is highly unorthodox, we respect the Avalanche’s internal decision-making. As for the ‘Community Voice’ title — that’s not a real position. But we’re open to hearing what Nathan has to say, preferably in small doses.”
Fans across Canada immediately embraced the idea, with some suggesting MacKinnon be given additional roles such as:
- Minister of Hockey Vibes
- Official Enforcer of Good Flow
- Ambassador of Puck Integrity
🚨 Coach Bednar Doubles Down
When pressed on the sudden shift in team structure, Bednar stood firm:
“Look, he’s a franchise player, a leader, and he once convinced Mikko Rantanen to eat kale. That’s GM material right there.”
He ended the press conference by putting on sunglasses and walking out to the sound of goal horns.
🧊 More Details to Come…
As the Avalanche prepare for the upcoming season, all eyes will be on MacKinnon — not just as a player, but now as the man calling the shots, making trades, and apparently voicing the soul of the NHL.
Whether this bold move will lead to a dynasty or total chaos remains to be seen. One thing’s for sure: things in Colorado just got a whole lot more interesting.
