Tony Granato is a distinguished American former professional ice hockey left winger and a highly respected coach. A standout player, Tony enjoyed an illustrious NHL career, playing for the New York Rangers, Los Angeles Kings, and San Jose Sharks, and sharing the ice with legends like Wayne Gretzky, Luc Robitaille and Mark Messier.

Following his playing days, Tony transitioned into coaching, achieving remarkable success. He served as the head coach of the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL and held assistant coaching roles with the Detroit Red Wings and Pittsburgh Penguins. Tony also led the United States men’s national ice hockey team as head coach at the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Most recently, Tony was the head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers men’s ice hockey team, where he continued to contribute to the sport he loves. His extensive experience and deep knowledge of hockey have made him a prominent figure in the hockey community.

Kevin Magnuson, son of NHL legend Keith Magnuson, has built a distinguished career in hockey both as a player and a sports agent. A former player at the University of Michigan and a member of the 1998 National Championship team, Kevin found success both on and off the ice as a Wolverine.  After his playing days, Kevin transitioned to sports management, where he now represents top hockey talent. His deep understanding of the game and expertise in handling professional sports contracts have made him a respected figure in the industry. Kevin’s dedication to his clients and his ability to navigate the complexities of the sport set him apart as a leading sports agent.

2004 Season: Player Erik Jensen of the New Jersey Devils. (Photo by Bruce Bennett Studios via Getty Images Studios/Getty Images)

Erik Jensen recently served as the head coach for the Falcons Mite 5 team and has been an active volunteer in the Falcons organization for the past four years. His extensive coaching experience spans various levels, from Learn to Skate to Bantams. Before his tenure with the Falcons, Erik coached for the Milwaukee Jr. Admirals and the Littleton, CO AAA programs.

As a player, Erik achieved significant milestones, including winning a National Championship with the Des Moines Buccaneers (Juniors) and playing for the Wisconsin Badgers Division 1 team. During his time as a Badger, he was drafted by the New Jersey Devils.

David Sweet is the author of Three Seconds in Munich: The Controversial 1972 Olympic Basketball Final and Lamar Hunt: The Gentle Giant Who Revolutionized Professional Sports. He launched columns for The Wall Street Journal and NBCSports.com and served as the executive sports editor for a daily newspaper in Los Angeles.