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 Crushed By Avalanche in 5 Games: What Went Wrong?

Declan Schroeder | May 2, 2024May 2, 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 — would be highly competitive, but it turned out to be a mismatch. Related: Avalanche Outduel Jets 6-3 in Game 5, Take Series 4-1 The Jets, despite having home-ice advantage and defeating the Avalanche all three times in the season series, were soundly dominated and looked more like a Draft Lottery…

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 and who goes? Finally, will the New York Islanders make big roster changes? BriseBois Hopeful for Deals with Stamkos and Hedman Julien BriseBois spoke about Steven Stamkos and his future with the Lightning when the GM opened his avail this morning with Tampa-based media. He heaped praise on Stamkos’ play…

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 time off. Colorado is pegged to do battle with the victor of the Vegas Golden Knights-Dallas Stars series, which is currently deadlocked at 2-2. Colorado Too Fast and Too Talented It’s quite something to consider that only the Sunday before last the Jets claimed Game 1 in a mesmeric 7-6…

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…

Projected Lineups for the Jets vs Avalanche – Game 3

Jim Bay | April 26, 2024April 26, 2024

The Winnipeg Jets take on the Colorado Avalanche tonight for Game 3 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 3 10 p.m. ET; MAX, truTV,…

Moose Eliminated From Playoffs After Tumultuous, Resilient Season

Declan Schroeder | April 26, 2024April 26, 2024

The Manitoba Moose were quickly dispatched in the Calder Cup Playoffs this week, getting swept by the Texas Stars in the best-of-three Central Division first-round series. The series, played entirely in Texas to determine who faces the number-one Central seed in the second round, was not kind to the Winnipeg…

Winnipeg Jets’ Keys to Success in Games 3 and 4

Brian Finlayson | April 25, 2024April 25, 2024

With their first-round series now shifting to Denver knotted at one, the Winnipeg Jets need to tighten some things up if they want to knock off the Colorado Avalanche to advance. After splitting the first two games at home, there now lies a chance to make a statement on the…

Prime Video to Carry National Monday Night Games in Canada

Harrison Smajovits | April 25, 2024April 25, 2024

The game of hockey makes a move into the streaming age. The National Hockey League announced alongside Amazon and Rogers Communications a two-year agreement that nationally televised Monday night NHL games will move to Prime Video in Canada beginning with the upcoming 2024-25 season. The package had been named “Prime…

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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.