Wranglers’ Gulutzan accepts Texas job
Glen Gulutzan, the only coach in the six-year history of the Las Vegas Wranglers' ECHL franchise, has accepted a head coaching job with the expansion Texas Stars of the American Hockey League, the team announced Tuesday.
Gulutzan, who also was the Wranglers' general manager, led Las Vegas to a 254-124-55 record and guided the team to the playoffs in five of his six years. The Wranglers advanced to the Kelly Cup Finals in 2008 and made their second straight appearance in the National Conference finals in 2009.
"Our organization is very proud of Glen and all of his accomplishments here in Las Vegas," Wranglers owner Charles Davenport said. "Although we are sad to see him leave, we are delighted that he has earned this opportunity as the new head coach of the Texas Stars of the American Hockey League. In his time in Las Vegas, Glen has created a winning atmosphere and a tradition of excellence.
‘‘Glen is not only a great coach, but an even better person and we wish him the best of luck and continued success in his new role.
“We have already begun the search for a new head coach and we hope to be making an announcement about Glen's successor in the next couple of weeks."
