The Bruins are going back to brown.
Boston unveiled its Hometown Remix uniforms on Monday, introducing a new “Varsity Sweater” look that marks the franchise’s first all-brown uniform since its debut in the 1924-25 season. The switch comes after the team had been using an all-black look, and this version is meant to nod to the region’s college hockey tradition.
“College hockey is a big part of Boston's identity, and the tradition and success of the programs in our city have helped make this one of the best hockey communities in the world,” Bruins president Cam Neely said. “The Varsity Sweater is a great way to recognize that history while bringing back elements of the Bruins' original look.
“It’s a unique jersey that celebrates both our team's history and the strong connection between the Bruins and Boston's hockey community.”
The design includes a few subtle details that set it apart, among them front-side numerals and an inside hemline that pays tribute to Boston’s Freedom Trail.
The Bruins will wear the Hometown Remix uniforms 12 times this season, beginning Nov. 12 against the Canadiens. Their schedule in the new sweaters also includes Nov. 14 vs. the Wild, Nov. 27 vs. the Maple Leafs, Dec. 5 vs. the Red Wings, Dec. 12 vs. the Devils, Dec. 22 at the Islanders, Jan. 6 at the Canadiens, Jan. 9 at the Red Wings, Jan. 12 vs. the Hurricanes, Jan. 30 vs. the Maple Leafs, Feb. 15 vs. the Ducks and March 6 vs. the Penguins.
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