Bruins Return to Action After Olympic Break

Boston to face Columbus Blue Jackets in first game back

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Boston Bruins are set to return to the ice after the 2026 Winter Olympics break, with their first game back scheduled for Thursday, February 26 against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Bruins were sitting in fifth place in the Atlantic Division standings before the break, having dropped their last two games in February.

Why it matters

The Bruins' return to play after the Olympic hiatus is an important moment in their quest to secure a playoff spot in the highly competitive Atlantic Division. Their matchup against the Blue Jackets will be a key test as they look to regain momentum and make a push towards the postseason.

The details

The Bruins vs. Blue Jackets game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 26 and will be played at the TD Garden in Boston. The game will be televised locally on NESN, and can also be streamed on Fubo, NESN 360 (for local viewers), and ESPN+ (for national viewers).

  • The 2026 Winter Olympics are currently underway.
  • The Bruins' last game before the Olympic break was on February 11.
  • The Bruins vs. Blue Jackets game is scheduled for Thursday, February 26 at 7 p.m. ET.

The players

Boston Bruins

An NHL hockey team based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Columbus Blue Jackets

An NHL hockey team based in Columbus, Ohio.

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What’s next

The Bruins will continue their post-Olympic schedule with games against the Philadelphia Flyers on February 28, the Pittsburgh Penguins on March 3, the Nashville Predators on March 5, and the Washington Capitals on March 7.

The takeaway

The Bruins' return to action after the Olympic break will be a crucial moment in their season as they look to solidify their position in the playoff race. Their matchup against the Blue Jackets will be the first step in this important stretch run.