The New York Rangers have parted ways with coach Peter Laviolette, marking the end of his tenure just one season after leading the team to the Presidents’ Trophy. This decision has implications for the Boston Bruins as both teams, alongside others, search for new coaching staff. With Laviolette's record declining from 55-23-4 to 39-36-7 and playoffs missed entirely, questions arise regarding his effectiveness in managing a squad that saw several star players underperform.

Laviolette's connections to the Bruins—being a local product and having previously coached the Providence Bruins—could make him a candidate for Boston's head coaching position. Currently, the Bruins have Joe Sacco as their interim head coach after firing Jim Montgomery earlier in the season, and he is expected to be part of a more extensive coaching search this offseason. Other notable candidates include coaches like John Tortorella and Claude Julien, both of whom have significant playoff experience.