Bruins Week Ahead: 12/9-12/15

BRUINS PARTNER WITH AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE:Boston Bruins and American Red Cross are partnering with first responders to hold a blood drive on Tuesday, December 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at TD Garden. All those who donate will receive a free t-shirt (while supplies last), the chance to win Bruins tickets and memorabilia, and meet Bruins alumni and Bruins mascot, Blades. This blood drive is supported by the Boston Bruins Foundation, Garden Neighborhood Charities, Boston Police Patrolmen's Association, Boston Firefighters Local 718, Boston EMS, and Massachusetts Coalition of Police. Visit
www.redcrossblood.org
to book your appointment.

TOYS FOR TOTS COLLECTION DRIVE: The Boston Bruins will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the US Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" program during four Bruins home games from Saturday, December 10 until Tuesday, December 20. Each of the collections will be held at the TD Garden entrance turnstiles and at Community Corner located in Loge 4. For every $10 donation or toy donation, fans will receive a raffle ticket to be entered into a drawing for Bruins autographed memorabilia including a team-autographed stick, player-autographed photo, and player-autographed puck.
MORNING SKATES AT WARRIOR ICE ARENA: On game days this season, the Bruins' morning skates will be held at Warrior Ice Arena (90 Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135). Pregame media availability for Head Coach Claude Julien and players will also be held at Warrior Ice Arena. There will be no additional pregame media availability at TD Garden. Please contact a member of the Bruins Communications Staff for schedule updates throughout the year.
THIS WEEK'S NEWS, NOTES AND NUMBERS…
STAT OF THE WEEK: David Pastrnakcurrently is tied for the league lead in goals. The last Bruin to finish the season leading the league in goals was Phil Esposito, who led the league in goals for six straight seasons (1969-1975).
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "I think it's just they've had a no-quit attitude as of late. No matter what, if we get scored on or anything, they really buckle down and they really want to get themselves back in the game." - Head Coach Claude Julien after his team's comeback effort against Washington on Wednesday night
TWEET OF THE WEEK (WEEK 13):@_TyAnderson (WEEI.com): "Funny watching Brandon Carlo body Jaromir
.
Upcoming Episodes:
Season 4, Episode 6: Wednesday, December 21, at 8 p.m.
BRUINS ACADEMY : Step your game up by tuning into the all-new TV series, Bruins Academy, created specifically for kids who love hockey. Hosted by Emmy award-winning sports personality Charlie Moore and B's Reporter Caryn Switaj will take you up-close and personal with your favorite Bruins players. One 30-minute episode will air per month on NESN, and the first 12 episodes can be viewed on
BostonBruins.com/Bruins
Academy and on the Bruins mobile app. In the previous episode, the Bruins host Military Appreciation Night, Dan Vladar talks about his first taste of pro hockey, and the scouting of NHL referees is explained. Watch the latest episode by clicking
here
.
3-GAME PLANS: With games starting on New Year's Eve, 3 Game Plans are the perfect gift this season. As Boston's winter starts to take hold, you can look forward to the high-energy excitement of Bruins hockey at TD Garden. To purchase a package for your family or friends please visit BostonBruins.com/3GamePlans.
UPCOMING GAMES: Catch the upcoming Boston Bruins 2016-17 homes games live at TD Garden. A limited number of loge and balcony seats are now available to watch the Bruins take on the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, December 10 at 7 p.m. and the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday, December 15 at 7 p.m., as well as other games this season. To be at TD Garden for upcoming games, visit BostonBruins.com/Tickets.
GROUP TICKETS: Gather your group of ten or more together and take advantage of discounted group pricing - saving you and your group up to $30 per person. To learn more or to purchase your group tickets visit BostonBruins.com/Groups.
BRUINS SUITES: Don't miss the excitement of the Bruins season opener. Limited suites are available. Accommodating 18 to 60 fans, suites are the ideal spot to catch the game with a group and feature private amenities including private entertaining spaces, in-suite catering options, exceptional game views, and more. For additional information, visit BostonBruins.com/SuiteRentals or call 617-624-1847.
SKATE & SKI: Bruins fans who love to ski, get the best of both worlds this winter. The Bruins have teamed up with Loon Mountain and 98.5 The Sports Hub to offer you $99 tickets to select games October through December and receive a complimentary ski ticket pass to Loon Mountain, New England's most accessible mountain. To purchase tickets, visit BostonBruins.com/SkateandSki.
PROSHOP HOLIDAY SHOPPING: Visit BostonProShop.com to get all your holiday shopping done for the passionate Bruins fans in your life. Check out authentic team jerseys, warm knit hats, exclusive autographed merchandise, and much more.
BOBBY ORR 50th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION: This season we celebrate Bobby Orr's 50th anniversary of joining the Boston Bruins. Celebrate this legend with his exclusive collection of hats, jerseys, jackets, and more at the ProShop powered by Reebok on Level 2 at TD Garden. This commemorative apparel is also available online at BostonProShop.com.
OPERATION HAT TRICK: Join us and Red River in supporting wounded veterans and active military members and their families this Veteran's Day. Shop select Operation Hat Trick products in the ProShop powered by Reebok on Level 2 of TD Garden or BostonProShop.com. All proceeds will benefit the Boston Bruins Foundation and Operation Hat Trick.
BOSTON'S TEAM SINCE 1924: Show your Bruins pride this season with the team's exclusive Boston's Team Since 1924 T-shirt only available at the ProShop powered by Reebok located on Level 2 at TD Garden. To shop the Boston's Team Since 1924 gear and view other authentic Bruins and Celtics gear, visit BostonProShop.com.
THIRD JERSEY : This holiday season, pick up the new Official Bruins Third Jersey at the ProShop powered by Reebok or on BostonProShop.com. The uniform is inspired by the original look sported by the B's in their inaugural season in 1924-25 but has been updated with the Bruins current colors of Black & Gold, connecting the past with the present.
BOSTON BRUINS ALUMNI GAME:Saturday, December 17, 1:30 p.m. - The Boston Bruins Alumni will play Team Richie in their annual game to benefit The Richie McFarland Children's Center at the Rinks at Exeter. Ray Bourque, Bob Beers and Tom Songin are expected to take the ice with the Alumni Team. Tickets may be purchased online by visiting www.richiemcfarland.org and are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under.
HAVERHILL PASS YOUTH HOCKEY CLINIC:Haverhill Youth Hockey has been chosen as the winner of a $1,000 donation, courtesy of TD Bank, and a one-hour youth hockey clinic at the Haverhill Valley Forum in Haverhill, MA on December 14 at 6:45 p.m. The hockey program will also receive 100 tickets to an upcoming Bruins home game. Congratulations Haverhill Youth hockey!
MEIGRAY: Want to bring home a piece of the Bruins? Meigray Group is the Bruins official game-worn jersey source, and the only place to go to get an authenticated game-worn jersey from your favorite Bruins player. Meigray takes Bruins jerseys right off the ice. Every jersey comes with a Bruins Meigray letter of authenticity. Get your game-worn jersey today by visiting Meigray.com.
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
OFF THE ICE & AROUND TOWN…
TOYS FOR TOTS COLLECTION DRIVE
WHAT: The Boston Bruins will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the US Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" program during four Bruins home games from Saturday, December 10 until Tuesday, December 20. Each of the collections will be held at the TD Garden entrance turnstiles and at Community Corner located in Loge 4. For every $10 donation or toy donation, fans will receive a raffle ticket to be entered into a drawing for Bruins autographed memorabilia including a team-autographed stick, player-autographed photo, and player-autographed puck.
WHEN: During Bruins home games on Saturday, December 10, Thursday, December 15, Sunday, December 18, and Tuesday, December 20
WHERE:TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston, MA
BRUINS PARTNER WITH AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
WHAT:Boston Bruins and American Red Cross are partnering with first responders to hold a blood drive on Tuesday, December 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at TD Garden. All those who donate will receive a free t-shirt (while supplies last), the chance to win Bruins tickets and memorabilia, and meet Bruins alumni and Bruins mascot, Blades. This blood drive is supported by the Boston Bruins Foundation, Garden Neighborhood Charities, Boston Police Patrolmen's Association, Boston Firefighters Local 718, Boston EMS, and Massachusetts Coalition of Police. Visit
www.redcrossblood.org
to book your appointment.
WHEN:Tuesday, December 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE:TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston, MA
UPCOMING PRACTICE SCHEDULE & MEDIA AVAILABILITY
-(Warrior Ice Arena, 90 Guest Street, Brighton, MA, 02135)
-All times are local to where the practice or game is taking place
-Practices at Warrior Ice Arena are open to the public
-Schedule is subject to change
Saturday, December 10 (Boston, MA)
-Pregame skate, 10:30 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena)
-Game at Toronto Maple Leafs, 7 p.m. (TD Garden)
Sunday, December 11 (Warrior Ice Arena, Boston, MA)
-Practice, 11 a.m.
-Travel to Montreal
Monday, December 12 (Bell Centre, Montreal, Canada)
-Pregame skate, 11 a.m.
-Game at Montreal Canadiens, 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 13 (PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA)
-Practice, 2 p.m.
Wednesday, December 14 (PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA)
-Pregame skate, 11:30 a.m.
-Game at Pittsburgh Penguins, 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 15 (Boston, MA)
-Pregame skate, 10:30 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena)
-Game vs. Anaheim Ducks, 7 p.m. (TD Garden)
Friday, December 16
-TBD
Saturday, December 17 (Warrior Ice Arena, Boston, MA)
-Practice, 10 a.m.
2016-17 BRUINS STATISTICAL LEADERS
Goals
1. D. Pastrnak, 18
T-2. D. Backes, 7
T-2. B. Marchand, 7
T-2. D. Moore, 7
T-5. P. Bergeron, 4
T-5. D. Krejci, 4
T-5. T. Schaller, 4
Assists
1. B. Marchand, 17
2. D. Krejci, 13
3. T. Krug, 11
T-4. D. Pastrnak, 6
T-4. R. Spooner, 6
Points
T-1. B. Marchand, 24
T-1. D. Pastrnak, 24
3. D. Krejci, 17
T-4. D. Backes, 12
T-4. T. Krug, 12
Plus/Minus
1. D. Pastrnak, 17
2. B. Marchand, 11
3. Z. Chara, 10
4. B. Carlo, 8
5. D. Moore, 3
Penalty Minutes
1. B. Marchand, 26
T-2. D. Backes, 23
T-2. M. Beleskey, 23
4. Z. Chara, 19
5. J. Hayes, 18
NHL Leaders
-David Pastrnak is tied for first in the NHL in goals (18) and is second in the NHL in plus/minus (+17)
-Brad Marchand and David Pastrnak are tied for 16th in the NHL in points (24)
-Brad Marchand is tied for 11th in the NHL in assists
-Zdeno Chara is tied for 21st in the NHL in plus/minus (+11)
-Brandon Carlo leads all rookies in plus/minus (+8)
-Tuukka Rask is tied for second in the NHL in wins (14), is second in the NHL in GAA (1.79), is fifth in the NHL Save % (.933), and is tied for second in the NHL in shutouts (3)
2016-17 Milestones
NHL Debuts:
10/13 @ CBJ: Brandon Carlo
10/13 @ CBJ: Austin Czarnik
10/13 @ CBJ: Danton Heinen
10/13 @ CBJ: Rob O'Gara
10/25 vs. MIN: Zane McIntyre (1st NHL start: 10/26 @ NYR)
11/3 @ TBL: Sean Kuraly
12/3 @ BUF: Anton Bildh
First NHL Goal:
10/17 @ WPG: Brandon Carlo
10/26 @ NYR: Austin Czarnik
First NHL Assist:
10/13 @ CBJ: Brandon Carlo
11/7 vs. BUF: Austin Czarnik
12/7 @ WSH: Anton Bildh
100th NHL Game:
10/17 @ WPG: David Pastrnak
300th NHL Point:
11/1 @ FLA: Brad Marchand
400th Win as NHL Head Coach:
11/7 vs. BUF: Claude Julien
400th NHL Assist:
11/12 @ ARI: Zdeno Chara
100th NHL Assist:
11/22 vs. STL: Torey Krug
20,000th Bruins Goal:
11/22 vs. STL: David Backes