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.

Winnipeg Jets 2024 Restricted Free Agent Overview

Declan Schroeder | May 15, 2024May 15, 2024

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff has six restricted free agents (RFAs) on his books, three from the NHL roster and three who spent their seasons in the AHL with the Manitoba Moose. Cheveldayoff has some tough decisions to make. He will have approximately $13 million at his disposal as the salary cap is slated to rise to $87.5 million but a lot of that money is likely to go to the 12 unrestricted free agents (UFAs) he also has to deal with, including Dylan DeMelo, Brenden Dillon, and Sean Monahan. Related: Winnipeg Jets Unrestricted Free Agent Overview None of these…

Islanders’ 2024 Offseason Trade Targets

Michael Ostrower | May 13, 2024May 13, 2024

The New York Islanders, for the first time in a while, are in control of their first-round pick. The last time the team made a selection was in 2019, when they took Simon Holmstrom. Since then, the one time it looked as if they were going to make a first-round selection was in 2022, but they ended up trading the pick in a deal for Alexander Romanov. If history repeats itself, Lou Lamoriello will shop the 18th overall selection, so who are the players who could be acquired with the draft pick? Pavel Buchnevich The asking price for St. Louis…

Jets 2024 Unrestricted Free Agent Overview

Declan Schroeder | May 13, 2024May 13, 2024

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff has 12 unrestricted free agents (UFAs) on his books — six from the NHL roster and six who spent their seasons in the AHL with the Manitoba Moose — who will be free on July 1 to sign with whatever team they wish. The Jets tied a 2.0 record with 52 wins this season to finish second in the Central Division, but were clobbered in the first round by a much-more-playoff-hardened Colorado Avalanche cub. Related: Jets Crushed By Avalanche in 5 Games: What Went Wrong? Cheveldayoff has some tough decisions to make. He will…

Today in Hockey History: May 11

Matthew Zator | May 11, 2024May 11, 2024

May 11 has proven to be a big date in the history of the National Hockey League. Some of its legendary players and coaches had big moments, some for the final time. Franchises with long histories of success have made plenty of memories on this date. Let’s begin our daily…

Winnipeg Jets 2024 Free Agents: Sean Monahan

Brian Finlayson | May 11, 2024May 11, 2024

The Winnipeg Jets’ season end was abrupt, and introduced a wealth of questions a lot earlier than they anticipated. With eyes shifting to the offseason activities, the Jets’ current unrestricted free agents take center stage. Several key players are reaching the end of their deals and many are wondering what…

Jets’ Negotiations with RFA Cole Perfetti Could Be Challenging

Connor Hrabchak | May 10, 2024May 10, 2024

No player on the 2023-24 Winnipeg Jets had more of a rollercoaster season than Cole Perfetti, who at 22 years old, completed his first fully healthy NHL season. The fluctuating nature of his season will make for an interesting offseason negotiation between Perfetti, his agent, and Jets’ General Manager Kevin…

Revisiting 2023-24 Bold Jets Predictions

Declan Schroeder | May 10, 2024May 10, 2024

About a month before the season began, I made three bold predictions about the 2023-24 Winnipeg Jets, who at the time had a lot of uncertainty swirling around them. Now that their season is over, it’s time to revisit my predictions and see if any came true or at least…

5 Winnipeg Jets Head Coaching Candidates

Declan Schroeder | May 8, 2024May 8, 2024

The search is on for the fourth head coach in Winnipeg Jets 2.0 history. Rick Bowness announced his retirement on May 6 after two years behind the Jets’ bench a stellar 38-year coaching career. There will be no “replacing” the 69-year-old, general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff said, in the sense there…

Jets’ Rick Bowness Retires with a Lasting Impact on Hockey

Connor Hrabchak | May 6, 2024May 6, 2024

Rick Bowness was brought in by the Winnipeg Jets two seasons ago to change the culture within the locker room, and to implement a defensive structure that others around the league would take note of. In a very short time, he completed those goals and left a lasting impact on…

Jets Head Coach Rick Bowness Announces Retirement

Declan Schroeder | May 6, 2024May 6, 2024

Winnipeg Jets head coach Rick Bowness is retiring, the team announced Monday. Bowness, who is 69 years old, took over as Jets’ head coach — the third in the 2.0 era — ahead of the 2022-23 season after Paul Maurice stepped down in 2022 and interim head coach Dave Lowry…

NHL Rumors: Jets, Maple Leafs, Golden Knights

Jim Parsons | May 6, 2024May 6, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Rick Bowness is leaving the Winnipeg Jets as head coach. Meanwhile, there could be changes at the top for the Toronto Maple Leafs, specifically when it comes to Brendan Shanahan. There is also chatter the Leafs are ready to move on from some names, but…

Jets Facing a Critical Offseason Decision with Nikolaj Ehlers

Connor Hrabchak | May 4, 2024May 4, 2024

There has not been a more polarizing player among fans, multiple coaching staffs, and the organization, than Winnipeg Jets’ forward Nikolaj Ehlers. Some people will point to his per-minute production at five-on-five, which paints Ehlers as an elite, play-driving winger. Others will point to his four goals in his 37…

Jets’ 4 Big-Ticket UFAs Speak on Potential Returns to Winnipeg

Declan Schroeder | May 3, 2024May 4, 2024

If Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff believes his current group has learned lessons from its early playoff exit and can make a deeper run next spring, he may be in good position to keep the band together. His most notable unrestricted free agents (UFAs) all seem open to some…

Tocchet, Bowness & Brunette Named 2024 Jack Adams Award Finalists

Matthew Zator | May 3, 2024May 3, 2024

The NHL announced today the three finalists for the 2023-24 Jack Adams Award, which is given “to the coach adjudged to have contributed the most to his team’s success.” This year’s finalists are, Rick Tocchet (Vancouver Canucks), Rick Bowness (Winnipeg Jets) and Andrew Brunette (Nashville Predators). Rick Tocchet, Vancouver Canucks…

Awards From the Avalanche vs. Jets First-Round Series

Stefano Rubino | May 2, 2024May 3, 2024

On Tuesday, the Colorado Avalanche beat the Winnipeg Jets for a ‘gentleman’s sweep’ of their first-round playoff series, winning 4-1. Many, including myself, thought the series would go to six or seven games as both teams, on paper, matched up well. The Jets had the Avalanche’s number during the regular…

Jets’ Hellebuyck Has Surprising Answers About Playoff Performance

Declan Schroeder | May 2, 2024May 2, 2024

Anyone who has followed the Winnipeg Jets over the past number of seasons knows Connor Hellebuyck is never lacking in confidence. Nonetheless, the goaltender’s comments about his play in the Jets’ disappointing first-round matchup against the Colorado Avalanche are surprising and illuminating. Hellebuyck Says He Played “Best Hockey of My…

Jets Crushed By Avalanche in 5 Games: What Went Wrong?

Declan Schroeder | May 2, 2024May 3, 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 —…

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…

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…

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Jets FAQ

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.