Rumors from Boston are intensifying: Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery could be fired in the coming hours, or at most before Thanksgiving.ç
The 5-1 loss at home to the Columbus Blue Jackets could be the final nail driven.
According to several local media, the patience of the Bruins management has collapsed after a difficult start to the season marked by poor performances and increasing criticism of the team’s play.
Montgomery publicly expressed his frustration with his players, denouncing a lack of effort and concentration.
However, the responsibility does not rest solely on the coach. General manager Don Sweeney, who has tried to rebuild the team after the departures of Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci, also faces criticism for his choices, including the additions of Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov, who are struggling to s ‘integrate.
The Bruins, far from the usual standards of excellence, have a mediocre record. Their game, described as static and predictable, reflects a team lacking inspiration.
These disappointing results, combined with persistent problems like frequent penalties and ineffective power play, make Montgomery’s position increasingly precarious.
Meanwhile, in Montreal, the future of Martin St-Louis is also in the spotlight. The Canadian, caught in a stalling reconstruction, is facing growing anger from supporters.
Criticism of St-Louis is increasing, targeting in particular its defensive system and its inability to mobilize its players.
This instability fuels a fascinating rumor: what if Jim Montgomery, a Montreal native with close ties to Kent Hughes, became the next CH coach?
According to Renaud Lavoie, the day Martin St-Louis leaves his position as head coach, Montgomery will succeed him.
But let’s be honest: Martin St-Louis is far from resigning, as Lajoie predicted, and he will not be fired.
Still, the relationship between Montgomery and Hughes dates back to their youth, when they played together at Cégep de Saint-Laurent.
This complicity could play a key role if the Canadiens decide to turn the page with St-Louis. Montgomery, who has bounced back from tough times in his career, including alcohol issues, could provide valuable stability and experience to a team looking for direction.
A double game of pressure
While Bruins management evaluates Montgomery’s future, Kent Hughes must deal with an equally delicate situation in Montreal.
The two coaches find themselves at a crossroads, and their destinies could well cross. CH supporters, in search of renewal, are already dreaming of seeing Montgomery take the reins of their team.
However, a change of guard in Montreal or Boston would not guarantee an immediate transformation. Montgomery, despite his past success, would have a lot to do to turn around a team as young and inexperienced as the Canadian.
Likewise, the Bruins might regret sacrificing a coach who, despite a rough start this season, remains a Jack Adams Trophy winner.
With tension evident on both sides of the border, the next few days promise to be decisive. If the Bruins continue to sink and the CH does not get back on track, the leaders of both teams will have to make decisions with serious consequences.
Will Montgomery be the bridge between Boston and Montreal, or will we see another chapter of instability in two of the NHL’s most demanding markets?
Time will tell, but one thing is certain: hockey always has surprises in store, whether in Boston or Montreal.
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