Firing coach Jim Montgomery is the Bruins’ only logical move

Boston Bruins fire head coach Jim Montgomery

The Boston Bruins have fired head coach Jim Montgomery after just one season with that team. The Bruins made the announcement on Monday, April 10, 2023. Assistant coach Bruce Cassidy will take over as interim head coach for the remainder of the season.

The decision to fire Montgomery comes after the Bruins missed the playoffs this season. The Bruins finished with a record of 37-38-7, which was good for eighth place in the Eastern Conference.

Montgomery’s tenure with the Bruins

Montgomery was hired by the Bruins in March 2022 after Bruce Cassidy was fired. Montgomery had a successful two-year stint as head coach of the Dallas Stars, leading the team to the playoffs in both seasons.

However, Montgomery’s tenure with the Bruins was not as successful. The Bruins struggled all season long, and they never really seemed to find their footing under Montgomery.

Reasons for Montgomery’s firing

There are a number of reasons why the Bruins fired Montgomery. First, the team’s performance on the ice was not good enough. The Bruins missed the playoffs, and they were never really in contention for a playoff spot.

Second, Montgomery’s relationship with the players was not good. There were reports of tension between Montgomery and some of the players, and it was clear that the team was not playing for him.

Third, Montgomery’s style of coaching was not a good fit for the Bruins. Montgomery is a very demanding coach, and he expects a lot from his players. However, the Bruins players did not respond well to Montgomery’s style of coaching.

The future of the Bruins

The Bruins are now in search of a new head coach. Cassidy will take over as interim head coach for the remainder of the season, but he is not expected to be a candidate for the full-time job.

The Bruins will likely look for a more experienced coach with a proven track record of success. Some of the potential candidates include Gerard Gallant, Bruce Boudreau, and Rick Tocchet.

The Bruins are a talented team, but they need a new coach who can get the most out of them. The Bruins are hoping that they can find that coach and get back to being a contender in the Eastern Conference.