How did the conversations start that led you to the position of Marlies head coach?
Gruden: I was under contract with Boston, and they got permission to talk to me. That is kind of how it started. And then there is the interview process. I came and interviewed.
Everything is a process. Every professional team takes its time to do its diligence to hopefully get the guy that they want. I am excited about the opportunity.
What interested you about this opportunity at the AHL level?
Gruden: I just go back to the grassroots of the time I spent with my sons’ teams, the time I spent in Hamilton, and I was fortunate enough to get a chance to coach under Barry Trotz and Jim Montgomery in the NHL.