Week Ahead: December 29 - January 3

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:"It's fun; it's fun to score, it's fun to win games like that against good teams in your home building. It's Christmas time, so it feels good." -Charlie Coyleon the team's 7-3 win against Washington on Monday and scoring his 100th career goal.

TWEET OF THE WEEK (WEEK 15): @HackswithHaggs (Joe Haggerty, NBC Boston):
HONORABLE MENTION:@ConorRyan\93 (Conor Ryan, Boston Sports Journal):
2019-20 BOSTON MEDIA TWEET OF THE WEEK LEADERBOARD:
@HackswithHaggs (Joe Haggerty, NBC Boston): Week 10, Week 13, Week 15
@AmalieBenjamin (Amalie Benjamin, NHL): Week 6, Week 12, Week 14
@ConorRyan\93 (Conor Ryan, Boston Sports Journal): Week 4, Week 11
@JoeyMacHockey (Joe McDonald, The Athletic): Week 1, Week 8
@_TyAnderson (Ty Anderson, 98.5 The Sports Hub): Week 2, Week 3
@mattyports (Matt Porter, Boston Globe): Week 9
@GlobeKPD (Kevin Paul Dupont, Boston Globe): Week 5
@FlutoShinzawa (Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic): Week 7
12TH ANNUAL BOSTON BRUINS HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT:The 12th Annual Boston Bruins Holiday Tournament is this upcoming week from December 27-30 at the Haverhill Valley Forum. Over 500 kids on 33 teams will compete across seven divisions in hopes of making it to Championship Day on December 30th. Participating teams will receive Bruins giveaway items and have the chance to meet Bruins mascot, Blades!
BRUINS ALUMNI: On Saturday, January 4 the Bruins Alumni will play at the Allied Veterans Memorial Rink in Everett, MA in a game to benefit America's Fallen Heroes. Puck drop is at 6 p.m. and tickets are $10 for adults, while children twelve and under are free. A few of the Alumni who are expected to be on the ice include; Rick Middleton, Shawn McEachern, Terry O'Reilly and Dave Shaw.
BEHIND THE B SEASON 7:The New England Emmy Award-winning series returns again this season to give fans an exclusive look at everything Black & Gold. In Episode 6, viewers get an inside look at Tim Thomas' induction into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame and the Bruins' annual holiday toy shopping event.*To watch past episodes, visit
http://www.BostonBruins.com/BehindTheB
.
NEXT EPISODE:Season 7, Episode 7: Tuesday, January 11, 5:30 p.m. ET
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 12, Joakim NordstromandSteven Kampferhelp out at a TD Bank P.A.S.S. Clinic,Danton Heinentalks about his pregame meal andDavid Backesvisits horses at the Bina Farm Center with his daughter, Stella. To watch Episode 12, visit
www.BostonBruins.com/BruinsAcademy
.
NEXT EPISODE:Season 5, Episode 1: Sunday, January 2, 5:30 p.m. ET
NESN "MY STORY":NESN's "My Story" TV series has expanded to the Boston Bruins for the 2019-20 season and will feature 13 episodes detailing the journey of individual Bruins players to the NHL. In episode four, Torey Krugtalks about playing collegiate hockey at Michigan State and the challenges he had to overcome to play pro hockey. More information on episodes can be found at
NESN.com/BruinsMyStory.
NEXT EPISODE: Jake DeBrusk:Tuesday, December 31, 4:30 p.m. ET
SINGLE GAME TICKETS:Fans can purchase single game tickets powered by Ticketmaster for the 2019-20 season and choose from a variety of matchups and special events like First Responders Night, Irish Heritage Night and Fan Appreciation Night. Fans can purchase tickets at
Ticketmaster.com/BostonBruins
.
SUITE RENTALS:Fans can watch the Bruins from their own private suites powered by Ticketmaster throughout the 2019-20 season.Ideal for group outings, select luxury suites are still available for upcoming home games accommodating 18-60 fans. For additional information, fans can visit
BostonBruins.com/Suites
or call 617-624-1847.
RAFTER STUDIOS:Fans can plan their next party or night out at Rafter Studios. The new and unique hospitality spaces can host groups of 36 - 230 people. Located on Level 9, the studios feature plush leather couches, inclusive food packages, and exclusive entrance and a private bar with a dedicated bartender. Fans can place their deposits at
TDGarden.com/RafterStudios
.
BRUINS THIRD JERSEY:Fans can now purchase the all-new Boston Bruins third jersey, the latest alternate since adopting its 2016 Winter Classic jersey as a season-long addition in 2016-17. The jersey and entire third jersey line, including the hats, tees and zips will be available at the ProShop powered by '47 at TD Garden and online at
BostonProShop.com
.
PROSHOP WINTER: Fans can stay warm this winter with gear from the ProShop powered by '47 located at TD Garden. Fans can shop knit hats, gloves, scarves, and more. Fans can shop anytime online at
BostonProShop.com
.
OPERATION HAT TRICK: For the fourth year in a row, the Boston Bruins and Red River have partnered to create special-edition Operation Hat Trick merchandise. A percentage of sales will support the recovery of wounded service members and veterans. Fans may shop Operation Hat Trick now at the ProShop powered by '47.
KIDS CLUB:This summer, the Boston Bruins launched their first-ever official youth fan club, the Bruins Academy Kids Club presented by Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts Medical Center. Parents can sign their children up now and receive a Bruins-themed welcome pack, access to reduced price tickets, and a discount at the ProShop. Fans can learn more and sign up at
BostonBruins.com/KidsClub
.
BFIT CHALLENGE:Fans and local First Responders will have the opportunity to come together on January 26th at TD Garden for the BFit Challenge powered by National Grid. Teams will compete for awards, including Bruins suite tickets. All proceeds from the BFit Challenge will go to First Responders. Those looking to participate can register at
BostonBruins.com/BFitChallenge
.
BBF LICENSE PLATES:Fans can show off their black and gold pride, while supporting local youth hockey with a Boston Bruins Massachusetts 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
BostonBruins.com/LicensePlates 
.
PUCKS & PADDLES:For the third year in a row,Patrice Bergeron and the Boston Bruins Foundation have teamed up for the Patrice Bergeron and 98.5 The Sports Hub Pucks and Paddles event, which will take place on January 17, 2020 at Royale Boston. The tournament features players from the Bruins roster, 98.5 on air talent highest fundraisers and children from Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts Medical Center. VIP attendees enjoy a pre-event meet and greet with members of the team. Fans can learn more about VIP options and purchase their VIP ticket at
BostonBruins.com/PingPong
.
CASINO NIGHT:Boston Bruins Casino Night presented by JetBlue, is set to return on February 13, 2020 at Encore Boston Harbor. Attendees will have the opportunity to play casino games alongside Bruins players throughout the night. The event will include both a silent and live auction featuring event tickets, gift certificates, and more. Fans can learn more and purchase tickets at
BostonBruins.com/CasinoNight
.
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 and pregame skates at Warrior are open to the public
\\*All practice and game times are local to where they are being held
Saturday, December 28 (Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA)
-Practice, 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, December 29 (Boston, MA)
-Pregame skate, 11 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena)
-Game vs. Buffalo Sabres, 7 p.m. (TD Garden, NESN, 98.5 The Sports Hub)
Monday, December 30 (Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA)
-Practice, 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, December 31 (Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey)
-Game vs. New Jersey Devils, 1 p.m. (Prudential Center, NESN, 98.5 The Sports Hub)
Wednesday, January 1 (Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA)
-Practice, 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, January 2 (Boston, MA)
-Pregame skate, 11 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena)
-Game vs. Columbus Blue Jackets, 7 p.m. (TD Garden, NESN, 98.5 The Sports Hub)
Friday, January 3 (Warrior Ice Arena, Brighton, MA)
-Practice, 11:30 a.m.