Jeremy Swayman throws shade at Bruins after historic gold medal win with Team USA

Jeremy Swayman wins IIHF gold with Team USA, then takes veiled shot at Bruins coach Joe Sacco and locker room culture

After a tough year in Boston, Swayman finds relief and redemption on the international stage

For Jeremy Swayman, this wasn’t just a win — it was an escape.

After the worst season of his NHL career, the Boston Bruins goaltender delivered a historic performance with Team USA, backstopping them to their first IIHF World Championship gold medal in 92 years.

And in the moments after the celebration, his words spoke volumes — especially to those paying attention in Boston.

USA’s 1-0 overtime win over Switzerland shocked the hockey world.

While nations like Canada were favored, the Americans played with resilience, and Swayman was the anchor.

Canada’s early exit at the hands of Denmark opened the door, and the U.S. slammed it shut behind their netminder’s steady play.

“I found my game again” — Swayman opens up after gold 

Following the final whistle, Swayman spoke from the heart — and what he shared wasn’t just about the tournament.

It felt like a pointed reflection on how painful this past season was with the Bruins under interim coach Joe Sacco.

This tournament and this group rejuvenated me as an individual, I gained so much more confidence. I found my game again. I was happy again. I just learned so much.

This year was obviously an up and down year for me personally, and to come here and be surrounded by such quality human beings and getting a job done, that’s a turning point for me in my life.

I couldn’t be more excited for it.

This year was obviously an up and down year for me personally, and to come here and be surrounded by such quality human beings and getting a job done, that’s a turning point for me in my life.

I couldn’t be more excited for it.

he told NHL.com.

He never mentioned the Bruins directly, but the contrast between how he described Team USA and the reality in Boston was glaring.

Swayman’s NHL numbers tell the story 

The 2024-25 season was the toughest of Swayman’s young career.

A 22-29-7 record, a 3.11 goals-against average, and an .892 save percentage told the story of a goalie who lost his rhythm — and his confidence.

With Jim Montgomery fired midseason and Sacco stepping in, the Bruins failed to stabilize.

Swayman, who had just signed a long-term deal, was left trying to carry a team that couldn’t defend or produce consistently.

The pressure showed, and so did the frustration. That’s what made his outpouring in Prague feel so genuine.

The Bruins hope their starter has turned the page

Boston committed to Swayman for the long haul, and despite a rough season, there’s still plenty of belief in his ceiling.

What this tournament proved is that he hasn’t lost it, he just needed a change of scenery to find it again.

The message is clear: for the Bruins to get the best out of Jeremy Swayman, they’ll need to do more than hand him starts.

They’ll need to create a culture where he feels like himself again.

He found that joy with Team USA. Now Boston has to figure out how to bring it back home.