The Vegas Golden Knights announced this week that Mark Letestu will join their coaching staff as an assistant coach, bringing a blend of playing experience and recent AHL leadership to the National Hockey League franchise.
A Strategic Addition to the Knights' Coaching Staff
Letestu spent the 2025‑26 season at the helm of the Colorado Eagles, the AHL affiliate of the Colorado Avalanche, guiding the team to a second‑place finish in the Pacific Division and a Game 7 appearance in the Western Conference Finals.
His stint with the Eagles culminated with a coaching appearance at the 2026 AHL All‑Star Classic, where he led the Pacific squad, underscoring his growing reputation within the league’s developmental circuit.
Prior to his head‑coaching role, Letestu served four seasons as an assistant with the Cleveland Monsters, a team that captured the North Division title in 2023‑24 and advanced to the conference finals, before transitioning to the Knights’ organization.
The move reflects the Knights’ intent to enrich their bench with a veteran presence; Letestu’s 13‑year NHL playing career, which included stints with the Pittsburgh Penguins, Columbus Blue Jackets, Edmonton Oilers and Winnipeg Jets, equips him with a deep understanding of elite competition.
Fans can expect the former Wilkes‑Barre/Scranton Penguin, who made his professional debut in 2007, to contribute both on‑ice strategy and player development as the Golden Knights aim for a deep playoff run.