The franchise became the Belleville Senators after his first season back and he was retained as head coach for 2017–18. After a 57–86–4–5 record over both seasons and failing to make the playoffs, his contract was not renewed.
The franchise changed its name to the Belleville Senators after his first season back, and he continued as head coach for the 2017–18 season. Despite a 57-86-4-5 record over both seasons, which did not result in playoff qualification, his contract was not renewed.