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.

Montreal Canadiens: News, Rumors, Schedule, Roster, Stats

Founded in 1909 by J. Ambrose O’Brien, the Montreal Canadiens are the longest continuously operating professional ice hockey team worldwide and the only existing NHL club to predate the founding of the NHL. Their first NHL game was played on Dec. 19, 1917, versus the Ottawa Senators, which they won 7-4. They are the most successful NHL franchise with 25 championships, 11 more than the second-place Toronto Maple Leafs. They also happen to be the most recent Canadian franchise to win the Stanley Cup, having done so in 1993. Additionally, 65 players who donned a Canadiens sweater during their careers have been inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 17

Matthew Zator | October 17, 2025October 17, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history had big moments on this date. The records for the most wins by a goaltender and points by a defenseman were broken, and the first European-born player to score 500 goals hit his milestone. The THW time machine is ready to take us back to relive all the great moments from Oct. 17. Roy Sets All-Time Wins Mark Patrick Roy made 27 saves on Oct. 17, 2000, to lead the Colorado Avalanche over the Washington Capitals 4-3. The…

NHL Morning Recap – October 17, 2025

Spencer Lazary | October 17, 2025October 17, 2025

Welcome to the NHL Morning Recap. In today’s edition, we will be looking at the 11 games that were played on Oct. 15, 2025. Which includes Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs hosting the struggling New York Rangers. Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers get their first look at New York Islanders’ first overall pick Matthew Schaefer and more, in today’s recap. Related: NHL Morning Recap – October 16, 2025 So, grab your morning beverage and enjoy. Panthers 1 at Devils 3 The Florida Panthers rolled into New Jersey to try and beat the Devils without Jacob Markstrom. Unfortunately, things…

Canadiens’ Caufield Ties OT Goals Record as Habs Best Predators

Ryan Szporer | October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

For the second straight game, Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield scored the OT winner, lifting the Habs over the Nashville Predators.

Projected Lineups for Predators vs Canadiens –10/16/25

Spencer Lazary | October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

The Nashville Predators take on the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre today. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PREDATORS (2-1-1) at CANADIENS (3-1-0) 7 p.m. ET; RDS, TSN2, FDSNSO Predators projected lineup Filip Forsberg — Ryan O’Reilly — Steven StamkosTyson Jost — Fedor Svechkov…

Ivan Demidov Is the Canadiens’ Future Star in the Making

The Old Prof | October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

Ivan Demidov’s first full season in the NHL is already generating the kind of buzz that Montreal Canadiens fans haven’t felt since Cole Caufield’s breakout. The young Russian winger showed flashes Tuesday night of something that feels special. Related: NHL Rumors: Matheson Deal, Robertson Trade, Michkov Trouble Before the game,…

Canadiens’ Prospects Are Also Off to a Great Start to 2025-26

William Bourget | October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

For the Montreal Canadiens, the 2025-26 season isn’t just about what’s happening in the NHL. While the big club has started the season on a positive note, several of the organization’s top prospects are lighting it up around the world. From Sweden to Michigan to the Western Hockey League, young…

NHL Rumors: Matheson Deal, Robertson Trade, Michkov Trouble

Jim Parsons | October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens are quickly moving on to other business after signing Lane Hutson. Who is their next priority in terms of a contract extension? Meanwhile, are the Toronto Maple Leafs ready to give Nick Robertson a fresh start? The forward is seeking a better…

Canadiens’ Early Extensions Set the Tone for 2025-26 Season

William Bourget | October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens have made stability a priority to open the 2025-26 season. Within the last week, the organization checked off two major items on its to-do list: signing Calder Trophy winner Lane Hutson to an eight-year extension and signing general manager Kent Hughes and (now) president of hockey operations…

The Chris Chelios Trade Revisited

THW Archives | October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

It’s rare that one trade catches an entire sport by surprise, but when the Montreal Canadiens dealt defenseman Chris Chelios and a second-round draft choice to the Chicago Blackhawks for center Denis Savard in the summer of 1990, it sent shockwaves all throughout the NHL. Each city was caught off-guard…

NHL Morning Recap – October 15th 2025

Spencer Lazary | October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

Welcome to the NHL Morning Recap. This is the one-stop shop for all the scores and recaps from the games from the previous night. In today’s edition, we will be looking at the eight games that were played on Oct. 14, 2025. Which includes Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins…

Canadiens Beat Kraken in OT on Strength of Caufield’s Pair

Ryan Szporer | October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield scored his second of the contest in overtime to lift the Habs to a 5-4 win over the Seattle Kraken.

Canadiens Still Come Out Ahead Following Dach Trade

Ryan Szporer | October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

With Frank Nazar’s emergence, it’s natural for Montreal Canadiens fans to suffer buyer’s remorse regarding Kirby Dach.

Projected Lineups for Kraken vs Canadiens – 10/14/25

Spencer Lazary | October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

The Seattle Kraken take on the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre today. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. KRAKEN (2-0-0) at CANADIENS (2-1-0) 7 p.m. ET; RDS, TSN2, KONG, KHN Kraken projected lineup Jared McCann — Matty Beniers — Jordan EberleJaden Schwartz — Shane…

Canadiens Extend GM Hughes and President of Hockey Ops Gorton

Ryan Szporer | October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens signed general manager Kent Hughes and now-president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton to multi-year extensions.

Lane Hutson’s Extension Feels Like the Canadiens Turned a Corner

The Old Prof | October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

When Lane Hutson put pen to paper on Monday on an eight-year, $70.8 million deal, it wasn’t just a player signing—it was a declaration. The Montréal Canadiens are no longer just rebuilding; they’re building culture. Related: Canadiens Continuing to Build Solid Future With Hutson Extension If you listened to head…

Zachary Bolduc’s Hot Start Could Cost the Canadiens Later

William Bourget | October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens couldn’t have asked for a better start from Zachary Bolduc. Through just three games, the 22-year-old forward has found the back of the net in every game and sits second on the team in scoring with four points. For a young player who arrived in Montreal with…

NHL Rumors: Canadiens Signings, Markstrom & Tkachuk Hurt, Flames Buzz

Jim Parsons | October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens are close to signing extensions with both Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes. Meanwhile, there is injury news in the NHL, with Jacob Markstrom going out, Brady Tkachuk hurting his hand, and Pierre-Luc Dubois out day-to-day. Finally, are the Calgary Flames looking to…

Canadiens Continuing to Build Solid Future With Hutson Extension

Trege Wilson | October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens have signed defenceman Lane Hutson to an eight-year $70.8 million contract with an average annual value (AAV) of $8.85 million per season. There was speculation for months on whether he would sign this season, and then, as the season started, even more speculation on how much he…

NHL Rumors: Hutson Pivots, Sabres Trades, Matthews and McDavid Together

Jim Parsons | October 13, 2025October 13, 2025

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the Buffalo Sabres panicking just two games into the season? If so, does that mean certain players might hit the trade market? Meanwhile, Lane Hutson has signed his eight-year deal with the Montreal Canadiens, seemingly taking an earlier agreement that he’d turned down. What…

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Canadiens FAQ

What year were the Montreal Canadiens founded?

The Montreal Canadiens were founded in 1909 by J. Ambrose O’Brien.

When did the Montreal Canadiens play their first game?

The Canadiens’ first NHL game was played on Dec. 19, 1917, versus the Ottawa Senators, which they won 7-4.

Who is the current head coach of the Montreal Canadiens?

Martin St. Louis is the current head coach for the Montreal Canadiens.