Bruins Head Coach Finally Breaks The Silence On Their 1st Round Upset

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Austin Sabourin
June 16, 2023 (3:26)

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The Boston Bruins' unexpected defeat in the first round of the playoffs by the eighth-seeded Florida Panthers has left fans stunned.

The Bruins seemed to have a firm grip on the series with a commanding 3-1 lead, appearing poised to advance to the next round. However, the Panthers had different plans in mind and mounted an impressive comeback, ultimately defeating the Bruins in a grueling seven-game series.

Despite their disappointment, the Panthers continued their remarkable playoff run, eventually reaching the Stanley Cup Finals. Unfortunately, their journey came to an end as they lost to the Vegas Golden Knights in just five games.

Reflecting on the Bruins' defeat, head coach Jim Montgomery addressed the setback with humility and honesty. He stated..

"And some people think it's a weakness, you know, for me to admit I failed there. There's nothing wrong with being vulnerable, you know? It's how you grow�because if you don't admit it, you're just turning a blind eye and you're going to repeat it."

While the Bruins' early exit was disheartening, it's clear that the team and their coach are committed to learning from the experience and coming back stronger in the future.

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