Bruins Week Ahead: April 6 - April 13

THIS WEEK'S NEWS, NOTES AND NUMBERS…
STAT OF THE WEEK:Since Patrice Bergeron joined the NHL in the 2003-2004 season, he has won more faceoffs than any other player in the league, with 10,856 wins. Bergeron has a gap of 1,230 faceoff wins from second-place Sidney Crosby (9,611). The 32-year-old center has a career faceoff win percentage of 57.1 percent and ranks sixth in the NHL this season at 57.2 percent (751 wins, 564 losses).
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:"The guys still play hard for one another. Even though you're getting pushed by a guy, and you want to outplay him, you're happy for his success. I think I said that five months ago; the guys are truly happy for one another's success, and that's what makes a special team. Now, where it takes us, who knows, but it's taken us to a good spot this year." - Bruce Cassidy on the healthy competition within the team.
TWEET OF THE WEEK (WEEK 30):@Johnston985 (Ryan Johnston, 98.5 The Sports Hub): Don't fight Adam McQuaid. Ever.

HONORABLE MENTION: @FlutoShinzawa (Fluto Shinzawa, Boston Globe): These guys never quit.
2017-18 BOSTON MEDIA TWEET OF THE WEEK LEADERBOARD:
@\TyAnderson (Ty Anderson, WEEI): Week 1, Week 6, Week 22, Week 23, Week 25, Week 28
@JoeyMacHockey (Joe McDonald, Boston Sports Journal): Week 7, Week 10, Week 18, Week 20, Week 21
@FlutoGlobe (Fluto Shinzawa, Boston Globe): Week 8, Week 11, Week 14, Week 19, Week 26
@MattKalman (Matt Kalman, NHL.com): Week 2, Week 3, Week 9, Week 13
@GlobeKPD (Kevin Dupont, Boston Globe): Week 16, Week 24
@Johnston985 (Ryan Johnston, 98.5 The Sports Hub): Week 12, Week 30
@DJ\Bean (DJ Bean, NBC Sports Boston): Week 4
@MLoftus\Ledger (Mike Loftus, Patriot Ledger): Week 5
@RealJackEdwards (Jack Edwards, NESN): Week 9
@BJaffe (Billy Jaffe, NESN): Week 17
@DaleEArnold (Dale Arnold, NESN): Week 27
@Judd\Sirott (Judd Sirott, 98.5 The Sports Hub): Week 29
BROADCAST SCHEDULE:The Boston Bruins broadcast schedule for this week's games is as follows:
4/7 vs. OTT, 7 p.m. p.m. ET: NESN, 98.5 The Sports Hub
4/8 vs. FLA, 7:30 p.m. ET: NESN, 98.5 The Sports Hub
BEHIND THE B PRESENTED BY TICKETMASTER :Go behind-the-scenes with Season 5, Episode 12 of Behind the B presented by Ticketmaster. In Episode 12, Ryan Donato makes his NHL debut and Brad Marchand learns to play the guitar. To catch up on previous episodes, head to BostonBruins.com/BehindtheB.
Season 5, Episode 13: Monday, April 9 @ 8 p.m. ET
EVERY SAVE COUNTS :Throughout the NHL Season, Cigna, the official health insurance provider of the NHL, will donate $1 to Hockey Fights Cancer for every save made during an NHL game. Thus far in 2017-18, Cigna has donated $72,641.
BFIT SCHOOL ASSEMBLY PROGRAM :Enter your school for the chance to win a 45-minute interactive BFit School Assembly run by Boston Bruins Foundation Director of Health, Fitness, and Wellness, John Whitesides, and the BFit Team. Each participating school will also receive a full set of free Boston Bruins Franklin street hockey gear to help continue the BFit initiative. To submit your school, go to BostonBruins.com/SchoolAssemblyProgram.
BRUINS ACADEMY THE SHOW : Follow along on TV with the Bruins Academy TV series. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning sports personality Charlie Moore, it will take you up-close and personal with your favorite Bruins players. Learn the latest tips directly from the pros, find out how players are just like you, and discover why hockey is the best sport in the world! In Episode 3, we check in with Tampa Bay star forward Nikita Kucherov, the equipment staff prepares for a back-to-back in New York, and skating coach Kim Brandvold demonstrates how to improve your skating edge work. To catch up on previous episodes, head to BostonBruins.com/BruinsAcademy.
Season 3, Episode 4: Saturday, April 7 @ 5:30 p.m.
BRUINS ACADEMY KIDS APP : Bruins Academy is part of the Bruins' ongoing mission to encourage positive youth development through the sport of hockey. To join the club, download the new mobile app designed specifically for kids called Bruins Academy presented by Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts Medical Center. The app has built-in safety features that provide a safe experience for kids to connect with each other and their favorite team. In the new Bruins Academy app, kids can explore exclusive team content, create their own avatar, learn educational tips, test their trivia skills, participate in challenges, and upload a video in the live challenge asking their favorite player a question.
PLAYOFF TICKETS:Tickets for the 2018 Boston Bruins Playoffs presented by JetBlue are now on sale! Don't miss a minute of the heart pounding action as your Boston Bruins continue their pursuit for the Stanley Cup®. To learn more and purchase your tickets, visit BostonBruins.com/Playoffs.
PLAYOFF RETAIL:Gear up for the Playoffs with the official Boston Bruins Playoff t-shirt, pucks, and mini sticks. Only available at the ProShop on Level 2 of TD Garden and BostonProShop.com.
BOSTON BRUINS PLAYOFF CREDENTIAL INFORMATION:Once the final Playoffs schedule is determined by the National Hockey League, the Bruins Communications staff will send out information to media detailing how to apply for postseason credentials.
BEARD-A-THON PRESENTED BY NEW ENGLAND FAT LOSS:Fans are invited to "Grow One for the Team" by growing a playoff beard to raise money for the Boston Bruins Foundation during this year's playoff run. Participants in the Bruins Beard-A-Thon presented by New England Fat Loss will have the chance to win tickets to upcoming playoff games, autographed items, and more. The earlier you sign up, the more chance fans have to win.
To participate or donate, please follow the steps below.
1. Head over to Beardathon.com/Bruins to sign up for the Bruins Beard-A-Thon presented by New England Weight Loss team today.
2. Share your goal with friends and family so they can donate to the cause.
3. Document your progress throughout the playoffs through links on your profile page.
4. Show that you grew the biggest beard and win.
To learn more, visit BostonBruins.com/BeardAThon.
IN OUR BLOOD:Shortly after the Bruins clinched a playoff berth, the team released an extension of last season's brand campaign, "In Our Blood," with a focus on the "Diehards" - the Bruins avid and loyal fan base. The first spot celebrates the different types of Diehards, from the Comfortable Commentator to the Faithful. The second spot, titled, "Listen to No One," shows the young talent of this Bruins team over a real radio broadcast of Michael Felger from earlier in the season calling the team too young and predicting that their season was over. The creative was developed in partnership with Boston-based advertising agency MMB. Throughout the Boston Bruins Playoffs presented by JetBlue, more In Our Blood "Diehard" videos and content will roll out encouraging fans to join the conversation and add their own Diehard photos on social using #InOurBlood for a chance to win Bruins tickets and prizes.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS :Limited Single Game Tickets are still available for the 2017-18 Boston Bruins season. Choose from a number of key matchups, Original Six rivals, and exciting night and weekend games to watch the B's and their young talent live at TD Garden. To purchase, go to ticketmaster.com.
BRUINS SUITES :Watch the B's from your own private suite. 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 friends and family. For additional information, visit BostonBruins.com/suiterentals or call 617-624-1847.
GAME PLANS: Fans can secure their 2018-19 Bruins Game Plan and receive first access to tickets for next season. As a Game Plan holder, you receive the same great seat location for all games, the ability to choose from multiple convenient payment plans, the opportunity to purchase additional regular season game tickets, 2019 Stanley Cup® Playoff tickets before they go on sale to the general public, and more. To place yours, visit BostonBruins.com/GamePlans.
GROUP DEPOSITS:Place your $200 deposit today in order to score priority access to Bruins Group Tickets for the 2018-19 season. By securing your deposit now, you will have access to purchase Bruins Group Tickets.
BOSTON POLICE AND FIRE T-SHIRT:Honor your local first responders by purchasing a Boston Police & Boston Fire T-Shirt. Proceeds from each sale will go on to benefit the Boston Firefighter Burn Foundation & Franciscan Children's Hospital. To get your gear, stop by the ProShop on Level 2 of TD Garden or visit BostonProShop.com.
BRUINS ALUMNI GAMES:On Sunday, April 8, the Bruins Alumni will travel to the DCU Center in Worcester for a 12:15 p.m. game against the Why Me All Stars. The game will benefit Why Me & Sherry's House. Tickets are $16 for adults and children. Expected on the ice are Andrew Raycroft, Bob Sweeney, Andy Brickley and Bob Beers.
On Sunday, April 15, the Bruins Alumni will play a charity game to benefit the Seekonk Police & Fire at the New England Sports Village in Attleboro, MA. The puck drops at 1:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children under 13. Expected in the lineup are Rick Middleton, Joe Mullen and Bruce Crowder.
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
UPCOMING SCHEDULE :
\Schedule is subject to change.
\All times local to where the game/practice is taking place
Saturday, April 7 (Boston, MA)
-Pregame skate, 11 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena)
-Game vs. Ottawa Senators, 7 p.m. (TD Garden)
Sunday, April 8 (Boston, MA)
-Game vs. Florida Panthers, 7:30 p.m. (TD Garden)
Monday, April 9 - Friday, April 13
-TBD
2017-18 BRUINS STATISTICAL LEADERS :
Goals
1. B. Marchand, 34
2. D. Pastrnak, 33
3. P. Bergeron, 30
4. Rick Nash, 21
5. D. Krejci, 17
Assists
1. B. Marchand, 51
2. D. Pastrnak, 45
3. T. Krug, 44
4. P. Bergeron, 31
5. D. Heinen, 30
Points
1. B. Marchand, 85
2. D. Pastrnak, 78
3. P. Bergeron, 61
4. T. Krug, 58
5. D. Heinen, 45
Plus/Minus
1. B. Marchand, 27
2. P. Bergeron, 23
T-3. Z. Chara, 22
T-3. M. Grzelcyk, 22
T-3. C. McAvoy, 22
Penalty Minutes
1. K. Miller, 70
2. B. Marchand, 63
3. A. McQuaid, 60
4. Z. Chara, 58
T-5. D. Backes, 51
T-5. C. McAvoy, 51
NHL Leaders
-Brad Marchand ranks 3rd in the NHL in points per game (1.29)
-Danton Heinen is tied for 6th among rookies in assists (30) and ranks 9th in points (45)
-Jake DeBrusk ranks 9th among rookies in assists (27).
-Charlie McAvoy ranks 3rd among rookie defensemen in assists (25) and points (32) and is 4th in goals (7)
-Charlie McAvoy ranks 2nd among rookies in time on ice per game (22:05)
-Matt Grzelcyk ranks 8th among rookie defensemen in points (15)
-Tuukka Rask ranks 6th in the NHL in goals against average (2.33)
2017-18 Milestones
NHL Debuts:
10/5 vs. NSH: Jake DeBrusk
10/5 vs NSH: Anders Bjork
12/21 vs. WPG: Colby Cave
3/19 vs. CBJ: Ryan Donato
First NHL Goal:
10/5 vs. NSH: Jake DeBrusk
10/5 vs. NSH: Charlie McAvoy
10/14 @ ARI: Anders Bjork
10/26 vs. SJS: Danton Heinen
11/2 vs. VGK: Sean Kuraly
11/18 @ SJS: Peter Cehlarik
11/24 vs. PIT: Matt Grzelcyk
3/19 vs. CBJ: Ryan Donato
First NHL Assist:
10/5 vs. NSH: Jake DeBrusk
10/5 vs. NSH: Anders Bjork
10/5 vs. NSH: Charlie McAvoy
10/11 @ COL: Danton Heinen
11/6 vs. MIN: Jordan Szwarz
11/22 @ NJD: Matt Grzelcyk
3/19 vs. CBJ: Ryan Donato
200th NHL Goal:
10/30 @ CBJ: Brad Marchand
100th NHL Assist:
3/6 vs. DET: David Pastrnak
200th NHL Assist:
1/2 @ NYI: Brad Marchand
300th NHL Assist:
3/1 vs. PIT: Brian Gionta
200th NHL Point:
3/31 vs. FLA: David Pastrnak
400th NHL Point:
12/14 vs. WSH: Brad Marchand
500th NHL Point:
12/4 @ NSH: David Backes
700th NHL Point:
1/6 vs. CAR: Patrice Bergeron
800th NHL Point:
2/27 vs. CAR: Rick Nash
100th NHL Game:
10/19 vs. VAN: Tim Schaller
3/25 @ MIN: Noel Acciari
200th NHL Game:
12/13 vs. DET: David Pastrnak
400th NHL Game:
10/28 vs. LAK: Tuukka Rask
600th NHL Game:
4/5 @ FLA: Brad Marchand
900th NHL Game:
10/19 vs. VAN: Patrice Bergeron
1400th NHL Game:
2/3 vs. TOR: Zdeno Chara
7th On Bruins All-Time Goals List:
1/18 vs. NYI: Patrice Bergeron
1st On Bruins All-Time Overtime Game-Winning Goals List:
3/8 vs. PHI: Brad Marchand