The 1939–40 Boston Bruins season was the Boston Bruins' 16th season of operation in the National Hockey League. The Bruins finished first over-all, but could not repeat as Stanley Cup champions, losing in the playoff semi-final to the New York Rangers. Offseason Regular season Final standings Record vs. opponents Schedule and results Playoffs The Boston Bruins lost the Semi-Finals to the New York Rangers 4–2 Boston Bruins 2, New York Rangers 4 Player statistics Regular season Scoring Goaltending Playoffs Scoring Goaltending Awards and records Transactions See also 1939–40 NHL season References Boston Bruins seasons Boston Bruins Boston Bruins Boston Bruins Boston Bruins 1930s in Boston 1940s in Boston