Bruins to Host Third Boston Pride Hockey Scrimmage, Presented by TD Bank

BOSTON - The Boston Bruins will host a scrimmage with Boston Pride Hockey at Warrior Ice Arena on Tuesday, June 27, sponsored by TD Bank and in celebration of Pride Month.

The scrimmage will begin at 7 p.m. and will include members of Boston Pride Hockey, former Boston Bruins goaltender and current Team Ambassador Tuukka Rask, and Bruins ambassador Megan Keller, a two-time Olympic medalist who received a gold medal in 2018 and a silver medal in 2022.

Boston Pride Hockey (BPH) is a New England non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ players and allies to learn, enjoy, and compete in the sport of hockey. Since its founding in 1989, BPH has grown exponentially, consistently expanding upon its dynamic and inclusive programming to reach more players throughout the community. These include a first-of-its-kind Inclusive Hockey League, pick-up skates across geographically-inclusive locations, skill sessions for newer players, and youth hockey initiatives aimed at creating a safe space for skaters and their families.

The event will feature a scrimmage where players will wear customized jerseys, followed by a reception to celebrate Boston Pride Hockey members, LGBTQIA+ players, and allies as part of Pride Month.

"At Boston Pride Hockey, we are steadfast in our mission to create a safe and inclusive community for LGBTQIA+ players and allies, both on and off the ice," said Kevin Corsino, Boston Pride Hockey Communications Director. "As we commemorate Pride Month, we're proud to continue our partnership with the Boston Bruins and TD Bank to celebrate teamwork, acceptance, and respect - three values that are at the core of every BPH initiative. Together, we'll continue to foster a hockey culture where diversity is celebrated, and every player and ally is embraced."

The scrimmage is the third to be hosted by the Bruins and presented by TD Bank as part of their partnership with the Boston Bruins on Hockey is for Everyone initiatives. Hockey is for Everyone is an NHL initiative in partnership with You Can Play that utilizes the sport of hockey, and the League's global influence, to drive positive social change and foster more inclusive communities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.

"At TD, we're committed to continue to support the LGBTQ2+ community and working together to push progress forward, not just during Pride, but every day," said Mauro Decarolis, Retail Market President for Greater Boston at TD Bank. "We are honored to work with the Bruins and once again be part of an initiative that promotes inclusivity and drives ongoing positive change in the LGBTQ2+ community and greater community, especially in something as meaningful as the culture of Boston sports."

About Boston Pride Hockey

Boston Pride Hockey (BPH) is New England's LGBTQIA+ and ally-friendly hockey organization. A registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, BPH is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for people to learn, enjoy, and compete in the sport of hockey. BPH is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion on and off the ice, offering dynamic programming year-round. Learn more at www.BostonPrideHockey.org. Follow BPH on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/bostonpridehockey and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bostonpridehockey.

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