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The Boston Bruins are the oldest US-based club in the National Hockey League, joining in 1924. They’ve won six Stanley Cups, tying them for fourth-most, and are one of the Original Six NHL clubs. Founded by Vermont grocer tycoon, Charles Francis Adams, former player and Montreal sports store manager Art Ross was the team’s first general manager. They played their first game on Dec. 1, 1924, defeating the new Montreal Maroons 2-1 at Boston Arena. Their last Stanley Cup championship occurred in 2011.

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Today in Hockey History: June 18
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Yesterday in Hockey History: June 17 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 19 Although there have only been two games played on this date, there has still been plenty of National Hockey League history made over the years. One of the greatest players to ever play the game was honored following his last full season in the league. A head coach was traded for the first time, and a whole slew of goaltenders were on the move. So let’s begin our daily trip through the years to relive all the best moments from June 18. Orr Wins One Last Norris On…

2 AHL Bruins Who Could Make the NHL Roster in 2025-26
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Fans of the Boston Bruins have had a rough end to the 2024-25 season. They watched their team lose 13 of their final 16 games, finishing in the bottom five of the entire NHL. Then, if that was not enough, they have had to watch Brad Marchand, longtime member of the Bruins and the team’s captain for two years, join their southern rival and dominate, playing his way into the Conn Smythe conversation. Related: Bruins’ Newly Acquired Fraser Minten Makes Future Brighter Given the rough couple of months on Causeway Street, it feels like an appropriate time to look to…

Today in Hockey History: June 16
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Yesterday in Hockey History: June 15 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 17 There was only one game played on June 16, and it brought the Stanley Cup back to Motown for the second straight year. This date in NHL history also saw a very memorable draft and more honors for two of the most decorated defensemen to ever play in the league. Back-to-Back Sweeps for Red Wings The Detroit Red Wings won their second straight championship on June 16, 1998, by beating the Washington Capitals 4-1 in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. It marked the second straight four-game…

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Today in Hockey History: June 15
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Yesterday in Hockey History: June 14 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 16 Hockey fans in Bean Town have enjoyed what they have seen on this date. Fans in the Windy City can’t complain either. This date has also seen numerous players join the National Hockey League via the draft, and…

Today in Hockey History: June 8
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Yesterday in Hockey History: June 7 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 9 June 8 is mostly remembered for two things: plenty of Stanley Cup Final action and multiple coaching changes. Also, one of the most memorable Entry Drafts in NHL history took place on this date. Let’s begin our daily…

Today in Hockey History: June 6
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Yesterday in Hockey History: June 5 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 7 June 6 has been a hectic day throughout National Hockey League History. A pair of expansion drafts were held on this date, including the first one ever. Lord Stanley called California home for the first time, and Bean…

Today in Hockey History: June 5
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Yesterday in Hockey History: June 4 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 6 June 5 has given us a little bit of everything throughout National Hockey League history. There were epic comebacks, expansion, awards given out and even one of the greatest NHL players signed on with a competing league. Let’s…

 

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Bruins FAQ

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 Sacco is the current head coach for the Boston Bruins.