What year were the Boston Bruins founded?

The Boston Bruins were founded in 1924, by Charles Francis Adams.

When did the Boston Bruins play their first game?

They played their first game on Dec. 1, 1924, defeating the new Montreal Maroons 2-1 at Boston Arena.

Who is the current head coach of the Boston Bruins?

Jim Montgomery is the current head coach for the Boston Bruins.

Winnipeg Jets: News, Rumors, Schedule, Roster, Stats

The current Winnipeg Jets originate back to the Atlanta Thrashers, which joined the league during the 1999 Expansion. The Thrashers struggled during their existence with only one postseason appearance in 12 seasons. Following the 2010-11 season, they relocated to Winnipeg to bring back the Jets franchise name. The Jets have had moderate success since relocating with six postseason appearances in 12 seasons.

Jets’ 4 Big-Ticket UFAs Speak on Potential Returns to Winnipeg

Declan Schroeder | May 3, 2024May 3, 2024

If Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff believes his current group has learned lessons from its early playoff exit and can make a deeper run next spring, he may be in good position to keep the band together. His most notable unrestricted free agents (UFAs) all seem open to some extent to re-signing in Winnipeg. Related: Jets Crushed By Avalanche in 5 Games: What Went Wrong? The four biggest-ticket UFAs — Dylan DeMelo, Brenden Dillon, Sean Monahan, and Tyler Toffoli — all spoke at the Jets’ “garbage bag day” Thursday at Canada Life Centre. Naturally, they all addressed the topic…

Tocchet, Bowness & Brunette Named 2024 Jack Adams Award Finalists

Matthew Zator | May 3, 2024May 3, 2024

The NHL announced today the three finalists for the 2023-24 Jack Adams Award, which is given “to the coach adjudged to have contributed the most to his team’s success.” This year’s finalists are, Rick Tocchet (Vancouver Canucks), Rick Bowness (Winnipeg Jets) and Andrew Brunette (Nashville Predators). Rick Tocchet, Vancouver Canucks Tocchet wasn’t the most popular guy when he was hired by the Canucks in January 2023. General manager Patrik Allvin had just fired fan favorite Bruce Boudreau, and he was coming in as the third head coach in two seasons. But, that quickly changed as he became acclimated to the…

Awards From the Avalanche vs. Jets First-Round Series

Stefano Rubino | May 2, 2024May 3, 2024

On Tuesday, the Colorado Avalanche beat the Winnipeg Jets for a ‘gentleman’s sweep’ of their first-round playoff series, winning 4-1. Many, including myself, thought the series would go to six or seven games as both teams, on paper, matched up well. The Jets had the Avalanche’s number during the regular season, sweeping the season series. But it’s the playoffs, and things changed. What was supposed to be a series of unmovable objects versus an unstoppable force quickly turned after a Game 1 barn burner, as the Avalanche steamrolled Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, this season’s William M. Jennings Trophy winner and…

Jets’ Hellebuyck Has Surprising Answers About Playoff Performance

Declan Schroeder | May 2, 2024May 2, 2024

Anyone who has followed the Winnipeg Jets over the past number of seasons knows Connor Hellebuyck is never lacking in confidence. Nonetheless, the goaltender’s comments about his play in the Jets’ disappointing first-round matchup against the Colorado Avalanche are surprising and illuminating. Hellebuyck Says He Played “Best Hockey of My…

Jets Crushed By Avalanche in 5 Games: What Went Wrong?

Declan Schroeder | May 2, 2024May 3, 2024

It wasn’t long, but it sure was painful. The Winnipeg Jets were reverse swept by the Colorado Avalanche after winning Game 1 and have made another first-round exit. Most thought the series between the Central Division’s number-two and number-three seeds — separated by only three points in the standings —…

NHL Rumors: Lightning, Panthers, Jets, Islanders

Jim Parsons | May 1, 2024May 1, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Tampa Bay Lightning GM Julien BriseBois updated the media on the status of contract negotiations with Steven Stamkos. Meanwhile, Sam Bennett is close to a return for the Florida Panthers. What will happen with the Winnipeg Jets after being eliminated from the playoffs? Who stays…

Avalanche Outduel Jets 6-3 in Game 5, Take Series 4-1

Edgar Chaput | May 1, 2024May 1, 2024

The famous whiteout in Winnipeg huffed and puffed as much as it could, but it couldn’t stop the Colorado Avalanche. Nathan MacKinnon and company took Game 5 against the Winnipeg Jets 6-3, thus closing out the Round 1 series itself, 4-1. Taking the bout in five matches awards some extra…

Projected Lineups for the Avalanche vs Jets – Game 5

Justin Giampietro | April 30, 2024April 30, 2024

The Colorado Avalanche take on the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre tonight for Game 5 of their first-round series. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. Related: 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Hub (3C) AVALANCHE at (2C) JETS Western Conference First Round, Game 5 9:30…

Avalanche vs. Jets: Studs, Duds, and One Big Thud Heading Into Game 5

Kerry Collins | April 30, 2024April 30, 2024

Every first-round Western Conference playoff series is dripping with storylines. Despite a one-sided rivalry during the regular season, the Colorado Avalanche and Winnipeg Jets had their share of talking points going into their first-round series, too. The Avalanche hold a 3-1 series lead entering tonight’s Game 5, as they’ve answered…

Jets on the Brink of Elimination After Disastrous Games 3 & 4

Brian Finlayson | April 30, 2024April 30, 2024

The Winnipeg Jets arrived in Denver knotted 1-1 in their first-round series against the Colorado Avalanche, but now return home to Winnipeg with a 3-1 deficit. To call the two games on the road a disaster would be an understatement, and now, they face elimination in Game 5. With the…

Jets Have Abandoned What Made Them Successful vs. Avalanche

Connor Hrabchak | April 29, 2024April 29, 2024

The Winnipeg Jets have been pushed to the brink of elimination by the Colorado Avalanche, after a disappointing Game 4 effort which saw them lose 5-1. How does a team that was fourth-best in the NHL, second-best in the Western Conference, and first in regulation wins (46) during the regular…

Hellebuyck, Demko & Bobrovsky Named Vezina Trophy Finalists

Nick Haydon | April 29, 2024April 29, 2024

Connor Helleybuck, Thatcher Demko, and Sergei Bobrovsky were named finalists for the Vezina Trophy, awarded every season “to the goaltender adjudged to be the best at his position.” The finalists are determined by the NHL general managers after the regular season. Here is what each player accomplished this season to…

Avalanche Special Teams Driving Success Against Jets in Round 1

Marko Zlomislic | April 29, 2024April 29, 2024

The Colorado Avalanche dismantled the Winnipeg Jets 5-1 in Game 4 of their first-round series and took a commanding 3-1 series lead to put the Jets on the brink of elimination. The Avalanche – and goaltender Alexandar Georgiev – hunkered down after a demoralizing 7-6 loss in Game 1 and…

Nichushkin’s Hat Trick Leads Avalanche Past Jets in Game 4

Jim Bay | April 28, 2024April 28, 2024

The Colorado Avalanche got a hat trick from Valeri Nichushkin to lead the team in defeating the Winnipeg Jets 5-1 in Game 4 of their NHL Playoff series. Nathan MacKinnon got two assists to help the Avalanche go up 3-1 in the series. The Avalanche jumped on the board first…

Projected Lineups for the Jets vs Avalanche – Game 4

Justin Giampietro | April 28, 2024April 28, 2024

The Winnipeg Jets take on the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena tonight for Game 4 of their first-round series. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. Related: 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Hub (2C) JETS at (3C) AVALANCHE Western Conference First Round, Game 4 2:30…

NHL’s Longest Active Playoff Streaks

Ryan Gagne | April 28, 2024April 28, 2024

The NHL plays 82 regular season games, and out of 32 teams, only 16 advance to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, one of professional sports’ most challenging tournaments to win a league championship. Even though 21 of the league’s current franchises have won the Stanley Cup, it’s not so easy qualifying…

Avalanche Continue to Have Hellebuyck’s Number in Game 3 Win

Stefano Rubino | April 27, 2024April 27, 2024

With the first three games of their first-round series in the books, the Colorado Avalanche finish their first home game and now look to take the crucial 3-1 lead over the Winnipeg Jets before returning to Winnipeg. The Avalanche continue to pile on goals against goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, scoring six…

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Canucks, Jets, Senators, Sabres

Jim Parsons | April 27, 2024April 27, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, all signs point to William Nylander playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 4. Meanwhile, what was said to Thatcher Demko after learning of his injury status for this year’s playoffs? Brendan Dillion suffered a serious injury to his hand, and the interviews for…

Avalanche Bury Jets 6-2 in Game 3, Snatch 2-1 Series Lead

Edgar Chaput | April 27, 2024April 27, 2024

On Sunday night at the end of Game 1, it looked as though the Winnipeg Jets just might have what it takes to oust the Colorado Avalanche in their first round series. On Friday night at the end of Game 3, it became clear the Avalanche had flipped the script…

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What year were the Winnipeg Jets founded?

The current Winnipeg Jets originate back to the Atlanta Thrashers, which joined the league during the 1999 Expansion.

When did the Winnipeg Jets play their first game?

The Jets played their first game (as the Atlanta Thrashers) on Oct. 2, 1999, against the New Jersey Devils. They lost the game 4-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Winnipeg Jets?

Rick Bowness is the current head coach for the Winnipeg Jets.