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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 5
Jim Montgomery gets brutally honest on effort after blowout loss to Bruins
In a cruel twist of fate, St. Louis Blues’ head coach Jim Montgomery watched his team have one of their worst efforts of the season in his return to play the team that fired him last season, the Boston Bruins.
NHL News / Field Level Media / December 4
Bruised Blues, Bruins battle as Jim Montgomery returns to Boston
Just over one year has passed since Jim Montgomery was fired as the Boston Bruins' head coach and found a new start with the St. Louis Blues. With the
St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 2
Blues’ Jordan Binnington has already buried Jim Montgomery screaming match
The St Louis Blues are off to a rough start to the 2025-26 season, in part because of their goaltending. Jordan Binnington and Joel Hofer both have save percentages under .885, which is not enough to win games.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 2
Jim Montgomery reveals why he pulled Jordan Binnington in Blues-Ducks
The St. Louis Blues considered backup goaltenderJoel Hofer the start between the pipes on Monday against the Anaheim Ducks at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, but ultimately went with the hot hand in Jordan Binnington.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
St. Louis Blues News / Dose.ca / November 24
Alexandre Texier isn’t the bravest: that’s why Jim Montgomery didn’t like him
Alexandre Texier doesn’t arrive in Montreal as the man who’s going to save the Canadiens. We’re talking about a player who has his qualities and who is well known within the organization: Martin St-Louis and Pascal Vincent worked with him in Columbus, and they know what kind of guy he is on and off the ice.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 13
When will we see the first coach fired this season?
It may be only November, but it’s not too early for the coaching carousel to start turning in the NHL. There are likely already a few head coaches with underperforming teams that are starting to feel their seat get hot underneath them.
St. Louis Blues News / Field Level Media / November 13
Blues finding right fourth-line mix as streaking Flyers visit
St. Louis Blues coach Jim Montgomery keeps juggling his forward lines in search of combinations capable of producing his desired playing style. His new fourth line of center Oskar Sundqvist between wingers Nathan Walker and Alexey Toropchenko became his top line as the Blues held on for a 3-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday night.
St. Louis Blues News / Field Level Media / November 7
Blues in search of season turning point as they host Kraken
St. Louis Blues coach Jim Montgomery keeps searching for a turning point for his sputtering team. The Blues followed an impressive 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers with a dreadful 6-1 road loss to the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night.
St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 27
Blues' Robert Thomas, Jake Neighbours listed as day-to-day
St. Louis Blues head coach Jim Montgomery told Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic that two key players will both be out in Pittsburgh tonight: Robert Thomas and Jake Neighbours. Both are thought to be day-to-day.
NHL News / Field Level Media / October 22
Blues search for consistency vs. surging Mammoth
The St. Louis Blues started their four-game homestand by earning three of a possible six points in games against the Chicago Blackhawks, Dallas Stars and Los Angeles Kings.
St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 29
Way-too-early St. Louis Blues trade candidates in 2025-26 season
The St. Louis Blues are coming off a promising playoff appearance. St. Louis rallied under head coach Jim Montgomery, who joined the team early in the season after being fired by the Boston Bruins.
Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Zachary Bolduc
The offseason leading into the 2025-26 season continues, and with the major events such as the NHL Entry Draft and free agent frenzy completed, the dog days of summer wear on as NHL management groups take a bit of a breather before the training camps begin.
St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 23
St. Louis Blues top breakout candidates for 2025-26 season
The St. Louis Blues took some massive steps forward in 2024-25 after hiring former Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery. The Blues hit a lull with their offense under Drew Bannister, and Montgomery’s attacking approach was a breath of fresh air.
NHL News / Yardbarker / August 8
Five likely NHL bounce-back candidates for 2025-26
Perhaps no sport has as many variables as hockey when it comes to statistical outcomes. Hockey players routinely play hurt and coaching systems can have enormous impact year to year.
St. Louis Blues News / House of Hockey / April 23
Blues Head Coach Jim Montgomery Caught Singing on Camera in the Dying Minutes of Game 2 Loss
The St. Louis Blues may be down 2-0 in the series to the Winnipeg Jets, but that didn't stop Jim Montgomery from busting a few lyrics from his favorite song.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 3, 2024
What stands out about a Jim Montgomery-led Blues team?
The St. Louis Blues made waves when they hired Jim Montgomery to become the 28th head coach in franchise history–just days after he was let go by the Boston Bruins.
Boston Bruins News / Boston Hockey Now / November 25, 2024
Jim Montgomery Joining Blues Raises Questions About His Bruins Exit
When the Boston Bruins told Jim Montgomery they no longer required his services last week, it was inevitable that some other team would come along and hire him sooner rather than later.
Boston Bruins News / NHL Trade Talk / November 24, 2024
Several Coaches On Hot Seat Saved By Montgomery Hiring
Now that Jim Montgomery has found a new job with the St. Louis Blues, every NHL coach who is considered to be on the hot seat can take a deep breath — at least for now.
NHL News / Boston Hockey Now / November 24, 2024
Former Bruins Head Coach Jim Montgomery Hired By St. Louis Blues
Jim Montgomery wasn’t out of work for long. Five days after being fired by the Boston Bruins, Montgomery signed a five-year contract to become the head coach of the St.
Boston Bruins News / NHL Trade Talk / November 23, 2024
Insider Hints Bruins Hiding Truth Behind Montgomery Firing
The Boston Bruins stirred up conversation this week with their decision to fire head coach Jim Montgomery, a move that some saw coming but was still a surprise given his success with the team.
Boston Bruins News / Vegas Hockey Now / November 22, 2024
Jim Montgomery Firing a Remidner That Boston’s Loss Was Vegas’s Gain
Earlier this week, the Boston Bruins fired head coach Jim Montgomery. Montgomery enjoyed a lot of success in Boston. He amassed a regular season record of 120-41-23 and made the playoffs in both of his full seasons, including a historic Presidents Trophy campaign in 2022-2023.
Boston Bruins News / NHL Trade Talk / November 20, 2024
Montgomery’s Big Contract Gamble Failed Before Firing
As Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney spoke with the media on Wednesday, he revealed an interesting bit of news before giving the reason behind his decision to fire Jim Montgomery as head coach.
Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / November 20, 2024
Jim Montgomery firing shows how difficult it can be to be an NHL coach
The 2023-24 NHL season saw a flurry of NHL coaches be fired during the season, as teams that struggled early in the year were desperate to find a spark and get back on track.
Boston Bruins News / Yardbarker / November 19, 2024
Bruins fire head coach Jim Montgomery, but problems run deeper
The Boston Bruins made the first head coaching change of the 2024-25 NHL season on Tuesday afternoon, firing Jim Montgomery.
Boston Bruins News / Blade of Steel / November 19, 2024
Boston Bruins Cancel Practice Today After Last Night's Meltdown; Is Jim Montgomery's Time in Boston Over?
Rumors of Jim Montgomery's firing emerged after the Boston Bruins canceled today's practice following a tough 5-1 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets last night.
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