Bruins’ Split With Montgomery Ignited a New Era Under Sturm

Boston Bruins confront an identity shift as Jim Montgomery returns to TD Garden, seeking redemption with the St. Louis Blues. Can Marco Sturm’s new leadership withstand mounting injuries and retool the roster for playoff contention? Ian McLaren explores Montgomery’s dramatic exit and instant rebound, the Bruins’ defensive overhaul, and the ripple effects of losing stars like Charlie McAvoy and David Pastrnak. The episode spotlights Boston’s depleted blue line, rising prospects like Fraser Minton and Marat Khusnutdinov , and trade rumors swirling around Connor Garland.  As the Bruins prepare to battle Montgomery’s Blues, key topics include playoff outlook in a crowded Eastern Conference, cultural reset under Sturm, and the urgency for smart, disciplined play. With both teams facing critical turning points, who comes out ahead in this high-stakes matchup? Segment Timestamps 0:00 – Coaching Changes: Montgomery & Bruins Ian McLarendiscusses Jim Montgomery’s quick rebound after being fired by the Bruins and examines the state of both the Bruins and Montgomery’s new team, the St. Louis Blues. 6:39 – Bruins’ Current State & Roster Moves The Bruins’ decision to hire Marco Sturm, current roster injuries, blue line call-ups, young player development, and the Bruins barometer (buy/hold/sell status). 21:27 – Bruins vs. Blues Game Preview A look at the upcoming game between the Bruins and Blues, including team injuries, lineup notes, special teams performance, and what the Bruins need to do to win. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DripDrop Right now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order. Go to https://dripdrop.com and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. Monarch Take control of your finances with Monarch. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at https://monarch.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. So if you want to be right in the middle of the action this season, visit FanDuel.com and place your NFL livebets all season long.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.