Boston Bruins officially add veteran assistant coach to Marco Sturm’s staff

Spott, 57, spent the past three seasons with the Dallas Stars, helping lead them to the Western Conference Final each year.

While there, he oversaw a power play that consistently ranked among the league’s best, an area the Bruins hope to stabilize after a frustrating 2024-25 campaign.

I’m thrilled to add Steve Spott to our coaching staff, and also welcome him, his wife Lisa and their children, Tyler and Emma, to Boston, head coach Marco Sturm said in the club’s release.

Steve is a passionate teacher, a strong communicator, and brings great structure and detail to everything he does.

His experience, especially on special teams, will be a major asset for our group and for the Bruins moving forward.

Spott’s recent resume backs up that sentiment. Dallas went 149-68-29 during his time there, the NHL’s best mark over that stretch.

Their power play ran at a 23.7% clip, placing seventh league-wide. That kind of consistency is exactly what Sturm and the Bruins are looking to emulate.

Spott brings structure, poise, and playoff experience

Boston’s decision to hire Spott wasn’t just about numbers, it’s about presence.

A seasoned NHL assistant, Spott has also worked behind the bench for the Toronto Maple Leafs, San Jose Sharks, and Vegas Golden Knights.

Across the league, he’s respected for his calm approach, ability to teach, and his attention to details that often go unnoticed by casual fans but mean everything inside a locker room.

For Spott, the opportunity to coach in Boston wasn’t something he took lightly.

I’m incredibly excited and honored to join the Boston Bruins organization, he said following the announcement.

Being part of an Original Six franchise with such a proud history and tradition means a great deal to me and my family.

The opportunity to work alongside Marco and the rest of this coaching staff, in front of one of the most passionate fanbases in hockey, is something I’m truly grateful for, and I can’t wait to get started.

Bruins eye special teams reset after 2024-25 struggles

Last season, Boston’s power play lacked finish and often stalled when it mattered most. That inconsistency cost them momentum—and games. Spott’s arrival signals a renewed focus on special teams efficiency, especially with Sturm emphasizing structure in his post-hiring remarks.

The Bruins are clearly not approaching this summer as a soft reset. They’re reshaping the foundation, starting behind the bench.

Sturm’s hiring was step one. Bringing in Spott is step two. Both men carry playoff experience, tactical clarity, and a shared vision. And both know the expectations that come with wearing the spoked B.

If Spott can work the same magic in Boston that he did in Dallas, the Bruins might not just fix their power play, they might quietly position themselves for a deeper playoff run than many expect.