New report has just confirmed the fate of Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery

Is Jim Montgomery's Job Safe After All? The Boston Bruins hit rock bottom on home ice last night with an embarrassing 5-1 defeat at the hands of the struggling Columbus Blue Jackets.

Now sitting at 8-9-3, the Bruins are far off from the dominant force that was expected, and frustration is boiling over.

The crowd's unhappiness was clear, as a chorus of boos sent the team off the ice following a third straight loss.

And with no game until Thursday, speculation about major changes swirled. Many wondered whether head coach Jim Montgomery might be the first casualty of the Bruins' sagging season.

The team suddenly canceled today's practice, and the rumors went into high gear. Was this a prelude to Montgomery's dismissal? Obviously, many thought so, as whispers about a possible shake-up gained speed online.

But the latest update would appear to throw a bucket of cold water on that notion. This morning, the Bruins announced that Montgomery would speak with the media on Wednesday following a practice that will be held tomorrow.

That certainly doesn't confirm his job is safe, but it strongly suggests the team isn't preparing to boot him, at least not yet.

At this time, it would appear Montgomery will remain in his position, but with the Boston season hanging in the balance, the screws are beginning to turn down on both the coach and GM Don Sweeney to somehow right the ship.