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The Boston Bruins will face off against the Florida Panthers in the 2024-25 NHL season opener at the Amerant Bank Arena in Florida. During the second round of the Eastern Conference, the Panthers defeated the Bruins, winning the series 4-2.
Boston Bruins vs Florida Panthers game info
- Date: Tuesday, October 8
- Time: 7:00 pm EDT
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena, Florida
- TV Broadcast: ESPN+, BSSW, and BSSO
- Live Streaming US: ESPN+, Hulu
- Live Streaming Canada: Sportsnet App, TVA App
- Live Streaming RoW: NHL.tv
Boston Bruins game preview
The Bruins had a poor preseason, winning just two of their seven games. Their last two fixtures were particularly troubling, with the team conceding six goals and scoring just one.
Boston Bruins injuries
Matthew Poitras and Alec Regula are both sidelined for the Bruins as things stand; despite their absence not being confirmed, injury reports suggest that the players are due to return after the season opener.
Florida Panthers game preview
The Panthers will be hoping for a good start to their title defense as the 2023-24 Stanley Cup winners will be aiming to continue their form from preseason and head into the regular season.
Florida Panthers injuries
Tomas Nosek is sidelined due to his upper body injury.
Bruins and Panthers key players
Patrick Brown played a vital part in the preseason as the forward scored two goals and dished one assist. Brown and the other Bruins teammates will be hopeful of returning Brad Marchand carrying the torch for the Bruins this season.
Patrick Giles, Jesper Boqvist, and Adam Boqvist have all had successful preseason campaigns. Giles led the line with six goals, while Jesper and Adam Boqvist each scored five points.
Who do you think comes out on top in this season opener? Let us know through comments section?
