Arizona State University in Talks with Colorado Avalanche Assistant Coach for Men's Hockey Program

Arizona State University is in talks with Dave Hakstol, an assistant coach for the Colorado Avalanche, to take on the role of head coach for their men's hockey program.

Hakstol, who has been with the Avalanche since 2022, is currently serving as an assistant coach.

If the talks are successful, Hakstol will be replacing the previous head coach who stepped down from the position.

No official announcement has been made by the university regarding the potential hiring.

CONTEXT: The men's hockey program at Arizona State University is part of the NCAA Division I and competes in the National Collegiate Hockey Conference. The program has been actively seeking a new head coach following the departure of its previous leader.