Bruins Week Ahead: 1/20-1/26

FIRST RESPONDER CHALLENGE: Sunday, January 22, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m: Know a Firefighter, Police Officer, or EMT? The Boston Bruins are looking for first responders to take part in the BFit First Responder Challenge presented by National Grid. Individuals or teams of 4-10 will participate in the in-arena TD Garden course that finishes on ice level. The team that raises the most funds for The 100 Club will be awarded the BFit Cup in-game on Tuesday, February 28. Visit
BostonBruins.com/FirstResponderChallenge
to sign up today.
THIS WEEK'S NEWS, NOTES AND NUMBERS…
STAT OF THE WEEK:Over the last eight games, the Bruins are tied for third in the NHL in goals scored (27), averaging 3.38 goals per game. Comparatively, the Bruins scored just 93 goals over their first 40 games (2.33 goals per game), which ranked tied for 19th in the NHL.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:"Well, I think right now, he's feeling it, and that's the word I use when I talk about Brad Marchand
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Upcoming Episodes:
Season 4, Episode 8: Tuesday, January 31 at 6 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, the show 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 B's welcome Olympians to TD Garden, Brandon Carlo gets fitted for new skates, and the guys check out their new Bruins Academy App avatars. Watch the latest episode by clicking
here
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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, and participate in challenges.
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
www.BostonBruins.com/Groups
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INDIVIDUAL TICKETS: Select tickets are still available for loge and balcony seats to watch the Bruins take on Original 6 team Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday, January 24. Puck drops at 7 p.m. at TD Garden. The B's will be back in action Thursday, January 26 against the Pittsburgh Penguins at 7 p.m. To purchase, visit
www.BostonBruins.com/Tickets
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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 in February and March and receive a complimentary ski ticket pass to Loon Mountain, New England's most accessible mountain. To purchase tickets, visit
www.BostonBruins.com/SkateandSki
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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
www.BostonProShop.com
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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
www.BostonProShop.com
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NEW THIRD JERSEY: This season, the Bruins will wear the sweater created for the 2016 Winter Classic as their third jersey. 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 and Gold, connecting the past with the present. To purchase one please visit
www.BostonProShop.com
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REEBOK CENTER ICE: Make sure you are supporting Boston's Team with the latest Reebok Center Ice gear that matches the authentic players gear in the locker room. Visit
www.BostonProShop.com
to get yours today.
ALEX AND ANI: Have your loved one rep Boston's Team Since 1924 all year long by making Alex and Ani bracelets the perfect gift this holiday season. Special Buy One, Get One Free deal for both Bruins and Celtics bracelets while supplies last. Stop by the ProShop powered by Reebok on Level 2 of TD Garden to get yours today!
GEAR UP FOR WINTER IN BOSTON:Gear up for Boston's ice-cold winter with Black & Gold knits from the Boston Bruins. With a variety of knit hats, scarves, and gloves, The ProShop powered by Reebok on Level 2 of TD Garden is your source for the warmest authentic gear straight from the team. Check out the latest selection at
www.BostonProShop.com
NHL 100TH ANNIVERSARY PATCH AND PUCK:Celebrate all year long with the NHL as they commemorate their 100th anniversary. To join in, stop by the ProShop powered by Reebok on level 2 of TD Garden to check out the authentic patch that will be worn by the players all year long or puck. The ProShop powered by Reebok will put the patch on any shirt or jersey free of charge. If you aren't able to make it, head to
BostonProShop.com
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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
www.Meigray.com
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PASS YOUTH HOCKEY CLINICS:The Boston Bruins Youth Hockey Development Team will be traveling to Ashburnham, MA as well as Waterville, ME for two TD Bank PASS Clinics this upcoming week. As TD Bank PASS Clinic recipients, North Central Mass Youth Hockey and Central Maine Youth Hockey have each been awarded a 1-hour ice hockey clinic run by the Bruins Youth Hockey Development Team, a $1,000 donation courtesy of TD Bank, and 100 tickets to a Bruins game. The Bruins Youth Hockey Development Team will be hosting the clinics for North Central Mass Youth Hockey on Monday, January 23 and Wednesday, January 25 for Central Maine Youth Hockey.
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…
BOSTON BRUINS TO VISIT GOODYEAR SCHOOL
WHAT: Boston Bruins Mascot Blades and the Bruins Promo Team will visit the Goodyear School in Woburn, MA. Blades will be on hand for photos while the Bruins Promo Team will read a book to the students.
WHEN:Friday, January 27 from 1 - 2 p.m.
WHERE:Goodyear School, 41 Central Street, Woburn, MA
BRUINS PARTICIPATING: Boston Bruins Mascot Blades and Bruins Promo Team
BOSTON BRUINS SCHOOL ASSEMBLY PROGRAM POWERED BY BFIT:Are you struggling to find ways to inspire your kids and students to lead healthier lifestyles? The Boston Bruins have launched the Boston Bruins School Assembly Program powered by BFit where the Youth Hockey Department comes to your children's school to teach them the importance of being active and eating healthy. To register, visit
http://www.BostonBruins.com/SchoolAssembly
. Please notify school contacts if submitting on their behalf. Submitting a school does not guarantee a visit.
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, January 21 (Warrior Ice Arena, Boston, MA)
-Practice, 10:30 a.m.
-Travel to Pittsburgh
Sunday, January 22 (PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA)
-No scheduled pregame skate
-Game at Pittsburgh Penguins, 3 p.m.
-Travel to Boston
Monday, January 23 (Warrior Ice Arena, Boston, MA)
-Practice, 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, January 24 (Boston, MA)
-Pregame skate, 10:30 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena)
-Game vs. Detroit Red Wings, 7 p.m. (TD Garden)
Wednesday, January 25 (Warrior Ice Arena, Boston, MA)
-Practice, 11 a.m.
Thursday, January 26 (Boston, MA)
-Pregame skate, 10:30 a.m. (Warrior Ice Arena)
-Game vs. Pittsburgh Penguins, 7 p.m. (TD Garden)
Friday, January 27
-All-Star Break
Saturday, January 28
-All-Star Break
2016-17 BRUINS STATISTICAL LEADERS
Goals
1. D. Pastrnak, 19
2. B. Marchand, 17
3. D. Backes, 11
T-4. P. Bergeron, 10
T-4. D. Krejci, 10
Assists
1. B. Marchand, 28
2. T. Krug 25
3. D. Krejci, 19
4. R. Spooner, 15
5. D. Pastrnak, 14
Points
1. B. Marchand, 45
2. D. Pastrnak, 33
T-3. D. Krejci, 29
T-3. T. Krug, 29
T-5. D. Backes, 22
T-5. R. Spooner, 22
Plus/Minus
1. D. Pastrnak, 14
T-2. Z. Chara, 6
T-2. B. Marchand, 6
4. A. McQuaid, 4
5. D. Moore, 3
Penalty Minutes
1. D. Backes, 48
2. A. McQuaid, 47
3. B. Marchand, 44
4. Z. Chara, 38
5. B. Carlo, 31
NHL Leaders
-David Pastrnak is 12th in the NHL in goals (19)
-Brad Marchand is tied for sixth in the NHL in points (45) and tied for ninth in the NHL in assists (28)
-Torey Krug is sixth among NHL defensemen in assists (25) and eighth among NHL defensemen in points (29)
-Patrice Bergeron is third in the NHL in shots (166)
-Dominic Moore and Brad Marchand are tied for second in the NHL in shorthanded goals (2)
-Tuukka Rask is tied for fifth in the NHL in wins (22), is sixth in the NHL in GAA (2.11), and is tied for second in the NHL in shutouts (5)
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 Blidh
12/14 @ PIT: Matt Grzelcyk
100th NHL Game:
10/17 @ WPG: David Pastrnak
500th NHL Game:
1/14 vs. PHI: Brad Marchand
1,300th NHL Game
12/14 @ PIT: Zdeno Chara
First NHL Goal:
10/17 @ WPG: Brandon Carlo
10/26 @ NYR: Austin Czarnik
12/20 vs. NYI: Anton Blidh
20,000th Bruins Goal:
11/22 vs. STL: David Backes
First NHL Assist:
10/13 @ CBJ: Brandon Carlo
11/7 vs. BUF: Austin Czarnik
12/7 @ WSH: Anton Blidh
100th NHL Assist:
11/22 vs. STL: Torey Krug
400th NHL Assist:
11/12 at ARI: Zdeno Chara
100th NHL Point:
1/18 @ DET: Ryan Spooner
300th NHL Point:
11/1 @ FLA: Brad Marchand
500th NHL Point:
1/14 vs. PHI: David Krejci
400th Win as NHL Head Coach:
11/7 vs. BUF: Claude Julien