BREAKING NEWS: Excitments Hit Great TD Garden as former Head coach CT Boston Bruins legend Jim Montgomery has Returned to former team as a senior coaching…see more

BREAKING NEWS: Excitement Erupts at TD Garden as Bruins Legend Jim Montgomery Returns in Senior Coaching Role

In a stunning and emotional turn of events, former Boston Bruins head coach and fan-favorite Jim Montgomery has officially returned to the organization — this time in a senior coaching advisor role, reigniting passion among fans and players alike at TD Garden.

The announcement came early this morning during a surprise press conference attended by Bruins executives, current coaching staff, and select players. Cheers echoed throughout the arena as Bruins President Cam Neely introduced Montgomery, calling his return “a homecoming that just feels right.”

“Jim left a lasting impact on this team, both on and off the ice,” said Neely. “His leadership, hockey IQ, and connection with our players are unmatched. We’re thrilled to welcome him back in a role that will help shape the future of Bruins hockey.”

A Respected Legacy

Montgomery, who served as the Bruins head coach from 2022 to 2024, led the team to a historic regular-season record in 2022-23, earning the Jack Adams Award as NHL Coach of the Year. Though the playoff runs fell short of a Stanley Cup, his systems and leadership reshaped the team’s identity.

He stepped away from coaching last year, citing personal and family considerations, and spent time away from the public eye. Rumors of a return to the NHL had swirled for months, but few expected it would be with the Bruins — and certainly not this soon.

A Strategic Move

Montgomery’s new role as Senior Coaching Advisor will see him working closely with head coach Marc Savard and the development staff, focusing on player development, special teams strategies, and organizational culture.

“Having Jim back is like adding a secret weapon,” said Savard. “He knows this city. He knows what it takes to win here. And more than that — the players trust him.”

Fan Reaction

Social media exploded within minutes of the announcement. Bruins fans flooded X (formerly Twitter) with posts like “MONTY’S BACK!” and “Let’s go win it all!” The Bruins Pro Shop even reported a surge in custom Montgomery merchandise orders.

Outside TD Garden, long-time fan Eddie McGrath called it a “moment of destiny.”

“He should’ve never left. Now he’s back to finish what he started,” McGrath said, wearing his 2023 Bruins jersey.

Looking Ahead

As the Bruins battle through the early months of the 2025-26 NHL season, Montgomery’s presence behind the scenes could give the team the extra push it needs to contend again for the Stanley Cup. While he won’t be behind the bench, his fingerprints will be all over the Bruins’ playstyle moving forward.

For now, one thing is certain: Boston loves a good comeback — and Jim Montgomery’s is already one for the history books.