FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Matthew Chmura May 31, 2019 617.624.1913 Brandon McNelis 857.241.8343 Travis Basciotta 617.459.6853

THE BRUINS WEEK AHEAD June 1 – 6

STAT OF THE WEEK: The Bruins lead the playoffs in power play percentage (31.7%) and power play goals scored with 19 PPG in 19 games. The team heads into Game 3 scoring at least one power play in six straight games, going 9-for-25 (36.0%) over that span. That is tied for the second-longest power play goal streak in team playoff history, trailing their team-record seven-game streaks in 1958, 1988 and 1999.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “We call it Cliffy Hockey. He just plays on instincts.”- on rookie scoring the team’s opening goal in Game 1.

TWEET OF THE WEEK (WEEK 39): @FlutoShinzawa (Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic): “Manic trip through center ice by . What wheels.”

HONORABLE MENTION: @_TyAnderson (Ty Anderson, 98.5 The Sports Hub): “I think I just witnessed The Matrix. Connor Clifton brings Bruins within one.”

2018-19 BOSTON MEDIA TWEET OF THE WEEK LEADERBOARD: @AmalieBenjamin (Amalie Benjamin, NHL.com): Week 4, Week 10, Week 15, Week 19, Week 22, Week 35, Week 37, Week 38 @_TyAnderson (Ty Anderson, 98.5 The Sports Hub): Week 6, Week 11, Week 14, Week 24, Week 27, Week 30, Week 33, Week 36 @ConorRyan_93 (Conor Ryan, Boston Sports Journal): Week 8, Week 12, Week 17, Week 25, Week 26, Week 28, Week 34 @JoeyMacHockey (Joe McDonald, The Athletic): Week 3, Week 5, Week 9, Week 13, Week 23 @GlobeKPD (Kevin Paul Dupont, Boston Globe): Week 7, Week 29, Week 32 @MattKalman (Matt Kalman, NHL.com): Week 16, Week 18, Week 21 @conroyherald (Steve Conroy, Boston Herald): Week 20 @FlutoShinzawa (Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic): Week 39 @HackswithHaggs (Joe Haggerty, NBC Sports Boston): Week 1 @Judd_Sirott (Judd Sirott, 98.5 The Sports Hub): Week 31 @mattyports (Matt Porter, Boston Globe): Week 2

BRUINS PLAYOFF SPIRIT DAYS: The Community Relations and Youth Hockey Teams will join Xfinity in hosting spirit days at St. Joseph Elementary School and Beechwood Knoll Elementary School. The program is an interactive, 45-minute rally that teaches participants how waive a rally towel and includes a

relay race and shootout. In addition to the program, the schools will receive a full set of Franklin Sports, Bruins-branded street hockey equipment and a Class Pack to utilize in physical education classes.

BFIT PERFORMANCE SERIES: The Boston Bruins BFit Team will hold BFit Performance Series, presented in partnership with the National Guard, at Middlesex Regional High School on Monday, June 3 and Peabody High School on Wednesday, June 5. The 45-minute assembly-style presentation is directed at local high school athletic departments and covers a range of topics including leadership, teamwork, nutrition, bullying and more.

BEHIND THE B SEASON 6 PRESENTED BY TICKETMASTER: The Emmy Award-winning series returns again this season to give fans an exclusive inside look at everything Black & . In Episode 16, go Behind the B against the in the Eastern Conference Final of the . To watch Episode 16, visit www.BostonBruins.com/BehindtheB.

NEXT EPISODE: Season 6, Episode 17: TBD on NESN

BRUINS ACADEMY THE SHOW: The New England Emmy Award-winning series is a fast-paced, educational, Black & Gold-themed program created for youth who love the game of hockey. One 30-minute episode will air each month on NESN. In Episode 5, the team visits the Jack Nicklaus museum, Bruins prospect arrives in Providence and learn about the Stanley Cup. To watch Episode 5, visit www.BostonBruins.com/BruinsAcademy.

NEXT EPISODE: Season 4, Episode 6: TBD on NESN

PLAYOFF GEAR: Fans can gear up for the 2019 Boston Bruins Playoffs presented by Beth Israel Lahey Health with exclusive items such as playoff t-shirts, hoodies, caps and pucks. The official collection is available at the ProShop on Level 2 of TD Garden.

KRUG OPERATION HAT TRICK: has teamed up with ‘47 and Red River to support Operation Hat Trick with a special collection of gear. Proceeds from all purchases of the product will go to organizations across the country that support our nation’s service members. Fans can pick up the gear at the ProShop on Level 2 of TD Garden.

SUMMER CAMP: The Boston Bruins have teamed up with Pro Ambitions for the 10th Annual Bruins Academy Summer Camp presented by O.R.G Packaging. These camps will provide hockey players the opportunity to continue their skill development in a positive fun-filled environment with special appearances from members of the Bruins organization. Registration is now open so sign up today at www.BostonBruins.com/SummerCamp.

BRUINS HARBOR CRUISE: Fans can join the Boston Bruins Foundation and Bay State Cruise Lines for the Boston Bruins Harbor Cruise on July 17 to help raise money for the 2019 Boston Bruins Foundation Pan-Mass Challenge Bike Team. Fans will

enjoy music and dancing alongside Bruins alumni and special guests and can enter a chance to win one-of-a-kind silent auction and raffle items. For more information fans can go to www.BostonBruins.com/HarborCruise.

BBF LICENSE PLATES: Fans can show off their black and gold pride while supporting local youth hockey with a Boston Bruins license plate. The funds raised will go to initiatives such as supporting town programs, helping establish programs for autistic players and financing summer camp scholarships for players who are foster children with the Mass. Dept. of Social Services. Fans can learn more and get theirs today at www.BostonBruins.com/LicensePlates.

BBF GIVING APP: The Boston Bruins Foundation launched a new BBF Giving App, where fans can give to their favorite BBF cause, while getting rewarded in the process. Causes include the Special Olympics and Pucks and Paddles and have prizes ranging from autographed items, game tickets and custom jerseys. Fans can download “BBF Giving App” for free in the App Store or Google Play today. Learn more at www.BostonBruins.com/Giving.

STANLEY CUP FINAL INDIVIDUAL TICKETS: Fans can now secure tickets for all home games of the 2019 Boston Bruins Playoffs presented by Beth Israel Lahey Health by going to www.Ticketmaster.com/Bruins. For all updated information about the 2019 Boston Bruins Playoffs presented by Beth Israel Lahey Health, fans can visit www.BostonBruins.com/Playoffs.

STANLEY CUP FINAL SUITE RENTALS POWERED BY TICKETMASTER: Fans can watch the B’s from their own private suite during the 2019 Boston Bruins Playoffs presented by Beth Israel Lahey Health. These luxury suites have in-house catering and exclusive views of the ice, ideal for hosting clients or family and friends. The suites can accommodate 18 to 60 fans and will be available on a per-round basis. For additional information, fans can visit www.BostonBruins.com/SuiteRentals or call 617- 624-1847.

GROUP DEPOSITS 2019-20 SEASON: Fans can put a deposit down now to reserve Boston Bruins group tickets powered by Ticketmaster for the 2019-20 season. A great way to entertain clients, reward employees, have fun with a team, or get together with family or friends, group tickets save fans and their groups. To learn more and put down a deposit for group tickets next season, fans can visit www.BostonBruins.com/Groups.

GAME PLANS 2019-20 SEASON: With a Boston Bruins Game Plan, fans receive first access to 2019-20 Boston Bruins tickets presented by Ticketmaster and can save big off box office prices. Game Plan holders also receive priority access to 2020 NHL Stanley Cup® Playoff packages and have the opportunity to purchase a Legends membership. Fans can learn more and secure their 2019-20 Game Plan at www.BostonBruins.com/GamePlans.

BRUINS ON SOCIAL: If you don't already, be sure to follow the Boston Bruins on all social channels: Twitter: @NHLBruins Facebook: Boston Bruins

Snapchat: bruinsnhl Instagram: @nhlbruins

BRUINS UPCOMING SCHEDULE *Schedule is subject to change ***All practice and game times are local to where they are being held

Please contact Travis Basciotta ([email protected]) for media requests or questions regarding the schedule.

Saturday, June 1 (, St. Louis, MO) -Pregame skate, 11:30 a.m. -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players will be available to media following pregame skate -Stanley Cup Final Game 3 vs. St. Louis Blues, 7:00 p.m. (NBCSN, CBC, TVA, 98.5 The Sports Hub)

Sunday, June 2 (Enterprise Center, St. Louis, MO) -Practice, 1:30 p.m. -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players will be available to media following practice

Monday, June 3 (Enterprise Center, St. Louis, MO) -Pregame skate, 11:30 a.m. -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players available to media following pregame skate -Stanley Cup Final Game 4 vs. St. Louis Blues, 7:00 p.m. (NBC, CBC, TVA, 98.5 The Sports Hub)

Tuesday, June 4 (St. Louis, MO / Boston, MA) -Media availability, TBA -Travel to Boston

Wednesday, June 5 (TD Garden, Boston, MA) -Practice, 11:30 a.m. -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players will be available to media following practice

Thursday, June 6 (TD Garden, Boston, MA) -Pregame skate, 10:30 a.m. -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players available to media following pregame skate -Stanley Cup Final Game 5 vs. St. Louis Blues, 8:00 p.m. (NBC, CBC, TVA, 98.5 The Sports Hub)

Friday, June 7 -TBD