So without further adieu, lets take a look at some of highlights of the Bruins '10-11 schedule. The black and gold will head to Europe by Oct. 1 for two preseason games against the Belfast Giants Select in Northern Ireland on Oct. 2 and HC Liberac on Oct. 5.
As one of the most storied franchises in the league, it comes as no surprise to see the Bruins headlining the NHL Premier in Prague against the Phoenix Coyotes on Saturday Oct. 9th and Sunday Oct. 10th. Despite the fact the games will be played in Europe, the matchup will be intriguing based on both teams' performances last season.
These two games in Europe will also see the unveiling of some of the Bruins newest and coolest new stars like Tyler Seguin and Nathan Horton. I look for this European trip to hopefully bond the boys and get them off to a solid start. The importance of setting the tone early in the season cannot be overstated.
The Bruins will kick off their North American schedule a week later against New Jersey on Saturday Oct. 18 before heading to Washington the following Tuesday. Similar to last year, the home-opener will be against the Caps two days later in Boston. Lets hope for a different result in '10.
And the B's won't have to wait long before mixing it up with one of their rivals when the Mapleleafs come to town a week following the home-opener. Montreal's first visit will come Nov. 11 before the B's make their first of two visits to Montreal Dec. 16.
One more highlight of note comes in February when the Bruins head off on a 15-day road trip out west in which they will play the Islanders, Senators, Flames, Canucks, Oilers, and Senators again.
I will continue to follow and research the league before making my preseason predictions soon. Should be an exciting season.
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