Jim Montgomery is back as the head coach of the Blues and he couldn’t be happier. After being fired by the Boston Bruins and quickly picked up by St. Louis, Montgomery expressed his excitement to be reunited with familiar faces on the team. The Blues, who missed the playoffs last season, are looking to turn things around under Montgomery’s leadership.
Despite a slow start to the season with a record of 9-12-1, Montgomery believes in the team’s potential. With his impressive track record of leading every NHL team he’s coached to the playoffs, there is optimism that the Blues can become a playoff-caliber team once again. Montgomery’s success with the Bruins, including a record-setting season, caught the attention of Blues president and general manager Doug Armstrong, who sees Montgomery as a key piece in the team’s future success.
Montgomery’s positive attitude and commitment to building strong relationships have played a significant role in his coaching career. Despite facing challenges in his previous coaching stints with the Dallas Stars and the Bruins, Montgomery remains focused on the opportunities ahead. The five-year contract offered to him by the Blues reflects the organization’s confidence in his ability to lead the team to new heights.
As Montgomery embarks on this new chapter with the Blues, he is determined to make the most of this opportunity. With a strong belief in the team’s potential and a commitment to fostering a winning culture, Montgomery is ready to guide the Blues back to the upper echelon of the league. The support from ownership and the organization’s long-term vision align with Montgomery’s goals, setting the stage for a promising future for the Blues under his leadership.