FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Matthew Chmura February 22, 2019 617.624.1913 Brandon McNelis 857.241.8343 Travis Basciotta 617.459.6853
THE BOSTON BRUINS WEEK AHEAD February 23 – March 1
STAT OF THE WEEK: The Bruins victories in Anaheim, Los Angeles and San Jose marked the first time in team history that they swept the California road swing, and the B’s current seven-game win streak is the team’s longest streak of the season.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “I’m watching more Bruins games growing up in the Boston area, so that’s what you vision when you’re playing street hockey in your house or in practice or just skating on the pond when you’re younger. You envision you’re playing for the hometown team…so obviously it’s a cool moment right now, and I don’t think it’s fully hit me, but I’m pretty excited.”– Charlie Coyle on being traded to his hometown team
TWEET OF THE WEEK (WEEK 25): @ConorRyan_93 (Conor Ryan, Boston Sports Journal): “Important takeaway from today’s media availability: Brandon Carlo used to own a pet guinea pig named “Monte” Carlo.”
HONORABLE MENTION: @_TyAnderson (Ty Anderson, 95.8 The Sports Hub): “They say you don't win the season on July 1, but explain Chris Wagner.”
2018-19 BOSTON MEDIA TWEET OF THE WEEK LEADERBOARD: @AmalieBenjamin (Amalie Benjamin, NHL.com): Week 4, Week 10, Week 15, Week 19, Week 22 @JoeyMacHockey (Joe McDonald, The Athletic): Week 3, Week 5, Week 9, Week 13, Week 23 @ConorRyan_93 (Conor Ryan, Boston Sports Journal): Week 8, Week 12, Week 17, Week 25 @_TyAnderson (Ty Anderson, 95.8 The Sports Hub): Week 6, Week 11, Week 14, Week 24 @MattKalman (Matt Kalman, NHL.com): Week 16, Week 18, Week 21 @conroyherald (Steve Conroy, Boston Herald): Week 20 @GlobeKPD (Kevin Paul Dupont, Boston Globe): Week 7 @HackswithHaggs (Joe Haggerty, NBC Sports Boston): Week 1 @mattyports (Matt Porter, Boston Globe): Week 2
BEHIND THE B SEASON 6 PRESENTED BY TICKETMASTER: The New England Emmy Award-winning series returns again this season to give fans an exclusive inside look at everything Black & Gold. In Episode 9, Trent Frederic makes his NHL debut, the Super Bowl champs pay a visit to TD Garden and Patrice Bergeron plays in his 1000th NHL game. To watch Episode 9, visit www.BostonBruins.com/BehindtheB.
NEXT EPISODE: Season 6, Episode 10: Saturday, February 23, 2:30 p.m. 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 Season 4, Episode 2, David Pastrnak heads to the All-Star Game, Chris Wagner and Noel Acciari discuss the benefits of playing in the USPHL and the Bruins demonstrate their accents. To watch Episode 2, visit www.BostonBruins.com/BruinsAcademy.
NEXT EPISODE: Season 4, Episode 3: Tuesday, March 5, TBD on NESN
PJ DRIVE: The Boston Bruins, led by Zdeno Chara, will host the 12th Annual PJ Drive, starting Friday, February 1 and running through March 15. The drive will benefit Cradles for Crayons and DCF Wonderfund, two non-profits that ensure positive living conditions for children. Fans can sign up their organizations to host a drive or can donate new PJs at a participating local library. The top three host organizations will receive tickets to a Bruins game. Learn more at www.BostonBruins.com/PJDrive.
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. You can download “BBF Giving App” for free in the App Store or Google Play today. Learn more at www.BostonBruins.com/Giving.
BRUINS ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS: The Boston Bruins have teamed up with Pro Ambitions for the 10th Annual Bruins Academy Summer Camps presented by O.R.G Packaging. This program will kick off with its first camps hosted in April at Warrior Ice Arena in Brighton, MA and Conway Ice Arena in Nashua, NH during April school vacation and then continue into the Summer at several other locations. 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.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY: Fans can show off their Boston Bruins and Irish pride with the exclusive St. Patrick’s Day collection available at the ProShop on Level 2 of TD Garden. A variety of green jerseys with gold accents, lucky pucks and St. Patrick’s caps are available.
FIRST RESPONDERS: The Boston Bruins are celebrating First Responders with exclusive, limited-edition gray ‘47 Boston Police and Fire t-shirts available in the ProShop on Level 2 of TD Garden. Net proceeds go to Firefighters Burn Foundation and Franciscan Children’s.
CARHARTT x ’47: Boston Bruins partner ‘47 teamed up with Carhartt to create the OUTWORK x OUTROOT collection for our hard working, diehard fans. Get your Carhartt x ‘47 headwear at the ProShop on Level 2 of TD Garden.
WINTER KNITS: Fans can sport the newest and warmest winter gear this season by purchasing B’s and C’s knits, scarves, jackets and more at the ProShop on Level 2 of TD Garden.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS POWERED BY TICKETMASTER: Get your Single Game Tickets powered by Ticketmaster for the 2018-19 season presented by Ticketmaster. Choose from a number of key matchups, Original Six rivals, and exciting night and weekend games. To purchase, go to www.ticketmaster.com or the NHL Bruins Mobile App.
SUITES POWERED BY TICKETMASTER: Watch the B’s from your own private suite during the 2018-19 season powered by Ticketmaster. Select luxury suites are still available for upcoming home games, accommodating 18 to 60 fans. Each suite has in-house catering and exclusive views of the ice, ideal for hosting clients or family and friends. For additional information, visit www.BostonBruins.com/SuiteRentals or call 617-624-1847.
GROUP TICKETS POWERED BY TICKETMASTER: Get your Bruins Group Tickets powered by Ticketmaster for the 2018-19 Boston Bruins season. Gather a group of 10 or more friends or family and take advantage of special pricing. To learn more or purchase your group tickets, visit www.BostonBruins.Com/Groups.
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 practices at Warrior are open to the public ***All practice and game times are local to where they are being held
Please contact Travis Basciotta ([email protected]) for media requests both home and on the road trip or for questions regarding the schedule.
Saturday, February 23 (Enterprise Center, St. Louis, MO / Boston, MA) -No pregame skate -Select players available to media at approximately 12:30 p.m. CT -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy available to media at approximately 1:45 p.m. CT -Away game vs. St. Louis Blues, 3:00 p.m. CT (NESN, 98.5 The Sports Hub) -Travel to Boston, MA
Sunday, February 24 (Boston, MA) -TBD
Monday, February 25 (Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA)
-Practice, 11:00 a.m. -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players will be available to media following practice
Tuesday, February 26 (Boston, MA) -Pregame skate, 11:00 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena) -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players will be available to media following pregame skate -Home game vs. San Jose Sharks, 7:00 p.m. (TD Garden, NESN, 98.5 The Sports Hub)
Wednesday, February 27 (Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA) -Practice, 11:30 a.m. -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players will be available to media following practice
Thursday, February 28 (Boston, MA) -Pregame skate, 11:00 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena) -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players will be available to media following pregame skate -Home game vs. Tampa Bay Lightning, 7:30 p.m. (TD Garden, NBCSN, 98.5 The Sports Hub)
Friday, March 1 (Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA) -Practice, 11:30 a.m. -Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and players will be available to media following practice