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Boston Bruins evaluate new head coach Marco Sturm after first season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 11:06 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Boston Bruins evaluate new head coach Marco Sturm after first season

Summary

The Boston Bruins reflect on the first season under head coach Marco Sturm, who was hired on June 5, 2025. After a challenging start, the team improved significantly, finishing with 100 points and a playoff berth. Sturm's coaching emphasized defensive structure and player development, helping younger players claim full-time roles. Although the Bruins were eliminated in the first round by the Buffalo Sabres, Sturm's performance earned him eighth place in Jack Adams Award voting. Looking ahead, Sturm acknowledged the need to build a new identity for the coming season.

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•Marco Sturm took over as Bruins head coach in June 2025.
•The Bruins finished the season with a total of 100 points.
•The team experienced a turnaround after a four-game losing streak.
•Sturm emphasized defensive structure and integrating younger players.
•Bruins were eliminated by the Sabres in the first round of the playoffs.

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11:06 PMYahoo Sports — Bruins Report Card: Sturm, Sweeney Take a Step in the Right Direction

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