In a significant shift, Joe Sacco took over as interim coach of the Boston Bruins after Jim Montgomery's dismissal. Sacco's first game resulted in a 1-0 victory against the Utah Hockey Club, marking a positive start for his coaching tenure.

Bruins captain Brad Marchand emphasized the need for the team to maintain consistent effort moving forward, acknowledging the emotional weight of the coaching change. Sacco, who previously coached the Colorado Avalanche, expressed a desire to enjoy the moment while focusing on future challenges.