Following just one year with the Chicago Blackhawks, Granato will be joining the Sabres. Granato has been coaching, in some capacity, since 1993. Holding positions with the University of Wisconsin and the USNDT.
Don is the brother of former Colorado Avalanche head coach and long time NHL assistant, Tony Granato. His sister is married to Ray Ferraro.
Mike Bales
Bales joins the Sabres after three years as the Carolina Hurricanes Goaltending Coach. His resume includes six seasons at the NHL level, including back to back Stanley Cup titles with the Pittsburgh Penguins.