A new era is dawning in Boston, and it comes with a familiar name. The Bruins have officially appointed Marco Sturm as their next head coach, signaling a bold step forward while honoring their storied past. For the 46-year-old former forward, this marks his first head coaching opportunity in the NHL—but not his first brush with Bruins history.
Sturm suited up for the Bruins from 2005 to 2010, a tenure remembered for his speed, scoring touch, and work ethic. Now, after years of building his coaching resume both in North America and internationally, he’s back in Boston—this time behind the bench and tasked with restoring a proud franchise to its winning ways.
He replaces Joe Sacco, who served as interim coach afterJim Montgomery was dismissed in November. The Bruins, once perennial contenders, struggled in 2024-25, finishing last in the Atlantic Division with a 33-39-10 record. The leadership believes Sturm brings the right energy and blueprint to reverse the slide.
A Homecoming with Purpose
“I’m incredibly honored to be named head coach of the Boston Bruins,” Sturm said following the announcement. “Boston has always held a special place in my heart, and I know how much this team means to the city and to our fans. I’ve felt that passion as a player, and I can’t wait to feel it again from behind the bench.”
The Bruins are banking on Sturm’s experience and familiarity with the organization to reignite a team that hasn’t advanced past the second round since their Stanley Cup Final run in 2019. His coaching style, rooted in discipline and player development, is expected to bring a fresh voice and vision to a locker room in need of both.
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