Boston Bruins coach Jim Montgomery made a strategic decision to shake things up for his team ahead of a crucial Game 7 against the Toronto Maple Leafs. With the Bruins facing the pressure of potentially squandering a 3-1 series lead for the second consecutive year, Montgomery opted for a change of routine. The team stayed at a hotel and traveled to TD Garden by bus, aiming to eliminate distractions and improve their performance at home.
Montgomery drew inspiration from a conversation with former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, emphasizing the importance of minimizing external noise during critical moments. This shift in approach seemed to pay off as the Bruins rallied to tie the game in regulation and secured a 2-1 victory in overtime, with David Pastrnak scoring the game-winning goal.
