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.

Vegas Golden Knights: News, Rumors, Schedule, Roster, Stats

The Vegas Golden Knights joined the NHL in 2017 as the league’s first expansion team since 2000 when the Columbus Blue Jackets and Minnesota Wild started operations. The Golden Knights broke the mold for expansion franchises by winning their division and reaching the Stanley Cup Final in their inaugural season. It was the most successful debut season for an expansion franchise in the history of North American professional sports. Although they lost that series to the Washington Capitals, the Golden Knights followed it up with five playoff appearances in their first six seasons. They won their first Stanley Cup in 2023.

5 Best Times to Visit Vegas for a Golden Knights Game in 2025-26

Paolo Go | August 26, 2025August 25, 2025

If you’re planning a trip to Las Vegas, there’s no better time to visit than when the Golden Knights are on home ice. Las Vegas transforms on game day. This is not just “Sin City”, it becomes “Hockey Town”. The T-Mobile Arena becomes the heart of The Strip, packed with fans, flashing lights, and the kind of experience only this unique city brings. Pairing a Golden Knights game with everything else Vegas has to offer, from major festivals, blockbuster events, and concerts, could be the best thing to book in North America. Here are the five best stretches (plus a…

Why Lane Hutson Was Left Off Olympic Camp, Marner’s Departure & More NHL Rumours

Jacob Billington | August 24, 2025August 24, 2025

In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we have a look at why Lane Hutson may have been left off of the USA Hockey Olympic Orientation Camp invite list. Elsewhere, William Nylander spoke about Mitch Marner’s departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs and his decision to join the Vegas Golden Knights. Finally, a former NHL goaltender spoke about the pressure that Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner is facing. Hutson Skipped World Championship At the end of the regular season, the World Hockey Championship tournament begins, and many players go to that tournament either when it starts or when they are eliminated from…

King’s Ransom for McCann, Updates on Extensions & More NHL Rumours

Jacob Billington | August 23, 2025August 23, 2025

In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we look at how the Seattle Kraken will be looking for a “king’s ransom” if another team wants to acquire Jared McCann. Elsewhere, there have been some updates on the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, and how that could look. Finally, there have been some updates on the biggest remaining restricted free agents and 2026’s top unrestricted free agents. Kraken Hanging On To McCann Over the course of the summer, McCann’s name came up a few times, but nothing really emerged from it, and there wasn’t a ton of chatter. Rob Simpson of Seattle Hockey…

Golden Knights’ Jack Eichel Invited to Team USA’s Olympic Camp

Paolo Go | August 21, 2025August 21, 2025

Jack Eichel just got his ticket to the 2026 Olympics, and yes, that’s a big win for Vegas hockey, too. USA Hockey tapped Eichel as one of the first six players named to the preliminary Olympic roster, joining Auston Matthews, the Tkachuk brothers (Matthew and Brady), Quinn Hughes, and Charlie…

Midsummer Musings on a Variety of Golden Knights Topics

Cooper Krigbaum | August 20, 2025August 20, 2025

The offseason has been unusually slow this time around. The 2025 NHL Draft, the first decentralized draft, wasn’t received very well, and most top free agents signed back with their original teams. To say the least, it’s been a lackluster offseason with few newsworthy events going on around the NHL….

Golden Knights’ Easiest and Toughest Opponents

Paolo Go | August 16, 2025August 16, 2025

The Vegas Golden Knights’ regular-season matchup history paints a clear picture. Some opponents can’t withstand Vegas’s speed and depth, while others have their number. The records and goal differentials tell one story, but the advanced stats, like Corsi for percentage (CF%) and shot rates, add even more flavor. From total…

Failed 3-Team Marner Trade Ends Up Reshaping Maple Leafs’ Roster

Jim Parsons | August 14, 2025August 14, 2025

It’s been a month and a half since Mitch Marner was officially traded to the Vegas Golden Knights, ending one of the NHL’s longest-running sagas. The Toronto Maple Leafs star winger signed an eight-year, $96 million deal ($12 million AAV) and was promptly moved to Vegas in a one-for-one swap…

How Abram Wiebe Is Making His Mark in the Golden Knights Organization

Cooper Krigbaum | August 13, 2025August 12, 2025

For Abram Wiebe, hearing his name called wasn’t a sure thing at the 2022 NHL Draft. His agent gave it a 50/50 chance, with only a few teams showing interest. Even his father, Reg Wiebe, wasn’t convinced he’d get drafted—until the Vegas Golden Knights selected Abram in the seventh round….

NHL Contenders vs. Pretenders: 2025-26 Edition

Cooper Krigbaum | August 11, 2025August 10, 2025

After the exhilarating days leading up to the draft and free agency, it appears NHL teams have gone to sleep. Free agents have fizzled out quickly, and players, coaches, and others are hitting top vacation destinations. Related: NHL Rumours: Andersson, Flames, Rust, Rakell, McTavish In other words, it’s the dog…

Vegas’ Declining Tourism Will Test the Golden Knights’ Business Model

Paolo Go | August 5, 2025August 5, 2025

The Vegas Golden Knights didn’t just bring hockey to Las Vegas. They turned it into a spectacle. From Day 1, the team has leaned into the city’s identity as a destination. Games at T-Mobile Arena aren’t just for locals, they’re part of the Vegas experience. Tourists fly in, party, maybe…

Vegas Golden Knights Jersey History

Cooper Krigbaum | August 1, 2025August 1, 2025

When the Vegas Golden Knights hit the ice for the first time in 2017, their jerseys instantly turned heads. The matte steel-gray base, metallic gold accents, and modern helmet crest gave Vegas a look that was sharp, clean, and impossible to miss. Related: Golden Knights Lineup Projection 2.0: Breaking Down…

4 Most Brutal Stretches of the Golden Knights’ 2025-26 Schedule

Paolo Go | July 29, 2025July 29, 2025

It’s not the headline games that’ll make or break the Vegas Golden Knights this season; it’s the stretches few circle on the calendar. The ones that wear you down, not blow you up. You can throw all the advanced metrics and numbers, but at some point, it comes down to…

Every Team’s Top Breakout Candidate for 2025-26: Pacific Division

Justin Giampietro | July 27, 2025July 26, 2025

This is the final edition of my top breakout candidates for each team in 2025–26, with the Atlantic Division covered here, the Central Division covered here, and the Metropolitan Division covered here. Let’s dive into the Pacific Division. Anaheim Ducks: Leo Carlsson Though the numbers haven’t quite jumped off the…

Golden Knights Will Give Marner a Fresh Start & Place to Thrive

Paolo Go | July 26, 2025July 25, 2025

Mitch Marner’s move from Toronto to Vegas isn’t just a blockbuster trade: it’s a full-blown identity shift. From the hockey crucible to the second-newest market, Marner finds himself at the center of a dramatic contrast: two cities, two cultures, and two very different ways of pursuing success. Will Marner flourish…

Golden Knights Lineup Projection 2.0: Breaking Down the 2025-26 Roster

Cooper Krigbaum | July 20, 2025July 20, 2025

The Vegas Golden Knights were perhaps the biggest winners coming out of free agency. They acquired the best player on the market, Mitch Marner, via a sign-and-trade deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs, highlighting many of the moves made by all 32 NHL clubs. Related: Golden Knights Offseason Outlook: Who…

3 Trade Destinations for Penguins’ Erik Karlsson

Nicholas Kramer | July 20, 2025July 20, 2025

When the Pittsburgh Penguins traded for San Jose Sharks defenseman Erik Karlsson in 2023, many thought he was the missing piece for the stalled Penguins’ offense. Unfortunately, if you are a Penguins fan, this has not been the case. In the two years since acquiring Karlsson, the Penguins have yet…

9 Stats the Golden Knights Must Improve in 2025-26

Paolo Go | July 18, 2025July 18, 2025

For the Vegas Golden Knights, the 2024-25 season went swimmingly… until it didn’t. The Edmonton Oilers exposed the Golden Knights’ many flaws, outclassed them, and unceremoniously sent them to the golf course in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. This won’t cut it. This franchise has championship standards,…

Where the Golden Knights Stand: A Tier-by-Tier Breakdown of the Roster

Cooper Krigbaum | July 15, 2025July 15, 2025

It’s getting to that point in the desert southwest where when you go outside for more than 20 minutes, and you go to check your phone, it reads that the temperature is too hot, and it needs to cool down. Oftentimes, that means it’s summertime, which also means the NHL…

Today in Hockey History: July 13

Matthew Zator | July 13, 2025July 13, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 12 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 14 July 13 has been all about returning to sites of great success throughout National Hockey League history. A handful of Hall of Fame players and coaches made return trips to teams they were either drafted by or hoisted…

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Golden Knights FAQ

What year were the Vegas Golden Knights founded?

The Vegas Golden Knights joined the NHL in 2017 as the league’s first expansion team since 2000.

When did the Vegas Golden Knights play their first game?

The Golden Knights played their first game on Oct. 6, 2017. They played the Dallas Stars and won 2-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights?

Bruce Cassidy is the current head coach for the Vegas Golden Knights.