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.

Pittsburgh Penguins: News, Rumors, Schedule, Roster, Stats

The Pittsburgh Penguins were founded in 1967 during the league’s expansion from six to 12 teams by a group led by Pennsylvania state senator Jack McGregor. The team had moderate success in the early years before difficulty in the 1980s gave way to them drafting Mario Lemieux in 1984, Mark Recchi in 1988, and Jaromir Jagr in 1990. This trio, which would be joined by fellow NHL All-Stars, won back-to-back Stanley Cups in 1991 and 1992. Financial struggles in the early 2000s nearly led to the team being relocated before Lemieux converted deferred salary into a majority ownership stake, which eventually led to the team selecting Marc-Andre Fleury, Evgeni Malkin, and Sidney Crosby in consecutive drafts. The result has been three Stanley Cups (2009, 2016, and 2017) and a 16-year playoff streak that ended in 2023.

Today in Hockey History: May 11

Matthew Zator | May 11, 2024May 11, 2024

May 11 has proven to be a big date in the history of the National Hockey League. Some of its legendary players and coaches had big moments, some for the final time. Franchises with long histories of success have made plenty of memories on this date. Let’s begin our daily trip back through the decades to relive all the best moments from this date. The Last Runs for Two Legends The Montreal Canadiens are the most successful team in hockey history, and they were able to achieve so much greatness by having so many legends on the ice and behind…

4 Penguins Free Agent Targets for 2024 Offseason

Sylvie McCarthy | May 11, 2024May 11, 2024

At the end of their season, the Pittsburgh Penguins showed that they have the potential to be a serious contender in 2024-25. However, they still have a lot of work to do this summer. There are a few different areas in need of help, but perhaps the biggest focus should be on the bottom six. The Penguins once again struggled with depth scoring this season, and they have to find a way to solve this issue once and for all. There could be some good options available in free agency this summer. Here are some players that Pittsburgh should keep…

Today in Hockey History: May 10

Matthew Zator | May 10, 2024May 10, 2024

The most famous goal in National Hockey League history was scored on this date. In addition, memories were made during dynastic runs in Montreal and New York while numerous teams got one step closer to hockey’s ultimate prize. The THW time machine is fueled up and ready to take back through the years so we can relive all the great moments May 10 has given us. Bobby Orr’s Big Day Bobby Orr has always enjoyed May 10. Whether he was collecting hardware or scoring iconic goals, he made plenty of history on this date. On May 10, 1968, Orr was…

Pittsburgh Penguins 2023-24 Final Prospect Rankings

Jordan Orth | May 4, 2024May 4, 2024

Now that the 2023-24 season is in the rearview mirror for the Pittsburgh Penguins with a second consecutive season of not making the playoffs, attention turns to the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery on May 7. The odds are not necessarily in the organization’s favor to keep their first-round pick due…

NHL Rumors: Senators, Devils, Penguins, Kings, Kraken

Jim Parsons | May 3, 2024May 3, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Ottawa Senators continue to interview coaches. Who is the latest name they’ve spoken to? The Pittsburgh Penguins have fired associate coach Todd Reirden. What does this mean for head coach Mike Sullivan? Will the Los Angeles Kings consider buying out Pierre-Luc Dubois? Finally, was…

Today in Hockey History: May 3

Matthew Zator | May 3, 2024May 3, 2024

May 3 has seen quite a bit of National Hockey League history throughout the decades. Among the memorable moments include the first non-North American scoring champion, numerous overtime goals, and some great goaltending performances. Jaromir Jagr Sets the European Standard The 1995 regular season ended on May 3 after the…

Penguins’ Best & Worst Moves Under GM Ron Hextall

Jake Decker | May 3, 2024May 3, 2024

On Feb. 9, 2021, the Pittsburgh Penguins announced Ron Hextall as their new general manager (GM), along with Brian Burke as their president of hockey operations. As the former GM for the Philadelphia Flyers, Hextall was often criticized for a number of reasons by the Flyers fanbase, which was an…

10 NHL Teams With the Most Stanley Cups

Ryan Gagne | May 1, 2024May 1, 2024

The Stanley Cup is the hardest trophy to win in professional sports. Every season, teams must win 16 games to hoist the 132-year-old Silver Chalice, which was donated by Lord Stanley of Preston, a former Governor General of Canada, in 1892. Initially called the Dominion Hockey Challenge Cup, professional hockey…

10 Most Interesting Facts About the Pittsburgh Penguins

Jake Deemer | April 27, 2024April 27, 2024

*This was most recently updated in Aug. 2022 The Pittsburgh Penguins have been one of the most successful franchises in the modern era of the NHL, winning five Stanley Cups since their first in 1990-91 while showing off some of the greatest players to ever play the game. From Mario…

Penguins Questions That Need to Be Answered This Offseason

Sylvie McCarthy | April 27, 2024April 27, 2024

The Pittsburgh Penguins will be watching the postseason from their living rooms for the second year in a row. Pittsburgh came closer to the playoffs then anybody thought they would, but the issues that plagued them all year turned out to be too much to overcome. Now, the Penguins are…

NHL Rumors: Canucks, Sabres, Penguins, Wild, Maple Leafs

Jim Parsons | April 26, 2024April 26, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Thatcher Demko‘s injury isn’t great, but not as serious as early reports might have indicated. Meanwhile, there are mixed reports about whether or not the Buffalo Sabres interviewed Craig Berube before hiring Lindy Ruff. Is the door already closed on a return to the Pittsburgh…

Today in Hockey History: April 26

Matthew Zator | April 26, 2024April 26, 2024

One of the biggest treats for National Hockey League fans is the thrill of watching a Game 7 during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. This date has provided quite a few of those, including one that completed an epic comeback. Let’s strap into the THW time machine and enjoy all the…

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Wild, Penguins

Jim Parsons | April 25, 2024April 25, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the William Nylander watch continues in Toronto. Meanwhile, uncertainty in Minnesota looms and at least one player is wondering about his future there. Sidney Crosby and the Penguins want to get a deal done, but there haven’t been any formal talks between the two sides….

Today in Hockey History: April 25

Matthew Zator | April 25, 2024April 25, 2024

April 25 has provided us with some great playoff moments throughout the history of the National Hockey League. Two of the greatest players to ever lace up a pair of skates had offensive explosions on a date that saw plenty of great postseason moments. Let’s take our daily trip back…

Penguins’ Best and Worst Trades of the Decade

Tyler Bowen | April 24, 2024April 24, 2024

The Pittsburgh Penguins have spent the last decade with higher expectations than almost any other NHL squad. Stacked with high-end talent and depth to make deep playoff runs, the team has constantly been in win-now mode throughout Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin’s primes. Part of the reason the Penguins have…

Today in Hockey History: April 24

Matthew Zator | April 24, 2024April 24, 2024

If you had to choose two words to describe April 24 throughout the history of the National Hockey League, “overtime goal” would be the perfect pair to use. This date has provided some of the most memorable playoff goals ever scored, as well as some legends breaking records. The THW…

Remembering What Made Mario Lemieux the Greatest

Shawn Nicholls | April 23, 2024April 23, 2024

*This article was originally published in 2018 Equal parts exhilarating and devastating, sports are quite simply unpredictable. Ask the city of Pittsburgh. This week 25 years ago, Penguins fans experienced both emotions at the same time. Riding back-to-back Stanley Cup championships and looking like a team destined to three-peat, Mario…

Today in Hockey History: April 23

Matthew Zator | April 23, 2024April 23, 2024

Some of the National Hockey League’s “Original Six” teams made postseason memories on this date. However, there are plenty of the league’s newer franchises that made their mark on Stanley Cup Playoff history on April 23, as well. Let’s begin our daily trip back in time to relive all the…

Best 2024 NHL Trade Deadline Additions

Stefano Rubino | April 20, 2024April 20, 2024

It has been just over a month since the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline, and the season has ended. In the hours and days leading up to the deadline, contending teams made moves to improve their chances of winning the Stanley Cup. They usually sent assets to teams looking to rebuild…

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Penguins FAQ

What year were the Pittsburgh Penguins founded?

The Pittsburgh Penguins were founded in 1967 during the league’s expansion from six to 12 teams.

When did the Pittsburgh Penguins play their first game?

The Penguins’ first game was on Oct. 11, 1967, against the Montreal Canadiens. The Penguins lost 2-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins?

Mike Sullivan is the current head coach for the Pittsburgh Penguins.