Who is the Bruins' new head coach? Marco Sturm returns to Boston
Former Bruins player Marco Sturm is the new head coach of the Bruins, re-signed after a difficult season.
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Marco Sturm has been named the new head coach of the Boston Bruins, becoming the 30th in team history. He may be a familiar face to some fans; Sturm played five seasons with the Bruins and now returns to lead the bench.
This announcement marks the beginning of a new era for the historic Boston franchise, which is looking to rebound after a disappointing season that included the dismissal of former head coach Jim Montgomery and the interim role of Joe Sacco.
A Returning Player
Marco Sturm returns to Boston after playing for the Boston Bruins from 2005 to 2010. He played 302 games with the Bruins, scoring 106 goals and 193 points.
In 2018, Sturm led the German national team to a historic silver medal at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, an achievement that raised his international profile and demonstrated his leadership skills.
Marco Sturm subsequently joined the Los Angeles Kings as an assistant coach from 2018 to 2022 before taking over as head coach of their AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign, where he worked from 2022 to 2025. Under his guidance, many young talents flourished, demonstrating his ability to develop players and build teams with a strong identity.
What Does the Future Hold for the Bruins?
After finishing last in the Atlantic Division with a 33-39-10 record, the Bruins are restructuring their roster. Sturm's leadership and ability to develop talent are expected to elevate Boston to playoff contention once again.
With Marco Sturm at the helm, the Bruins are moving toward the goal they've emphasized throughout the offseason: rebuilding. The focus has been on developing young talent, while Boston works to restructure its roster, with additional changes, including trades, possible this summer.
Sturm has the challenge of rebuilding the Bruins not only into the playoff contenders we recognize, but into the kind of team that can challenge the likes of the Florida Panthers for the Stanley Cup.
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