Jim Montgomery Receives Support from Bruins Players After Being Named St. Louis Blues Head Coach

Jim Montgomery, the newly appointed head coach of the St. Louis Blues, has revealed that he received supportive text messages from Boston Bruins players following his departure from the Bruins and his subsequent hiring by the Blues. Montgomery was let go by the Bruins just five days before he was named the head coach of the St. Louis Blues.

Montgomery shared his experience with reporters at Madison Square Garden, highlighting the emotional swings and the strong relationships he has built in the NHL. He mentioned that he received congratulatory messages from both current Blues players when he was let go in Boston and from Bruins players when he got the job with the Blues. This gesture underscores the positive relationships he has maintained despite the rapid transition.

The former Bruins head coach credited his previous role as an assistant coach with the Blues as a key factor in his swift hiring. Montgomery described the past week as a “whirlwind” and acknowledged the significance of the relationships he has built in his career. He is set to coach the Blues in their upcoming game against the New York Rangers.

Montgomery, who won the 2022-23 Jack Adams Award, has quickly adapted to his new role and is preparing for the challenges ahead with the Blues. His transition has been marked by support from players in both organizations, reflecting the respect and camaraderie within the NHL community).