Boston Fleet Receive Standing Ovation at Bruins Game

PWHL team, led by Olympian Megan Keller, gets warm welcome to TD Garden

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:20am

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The Boston Bruins welcomed the PWHL's Boston Fleet, captained by Olympic gold medalist Megan Keller, to TD Garden on Tuesday for their game against the Dallas Stars. During a break in the first period, fans at the arena gave the Fleet a standing ovation when the players were shown on the big screen.

Why it matters

The Bruins' celebration of Women in Sports Night highlighted the growing popularity and recognition of women's professional hockey, showcasing the Boston Fleet as role models for young athletes in the Girls Learn to Play Program who joined the team for the game.

The details

In celebration of Women in Sports Night, Bruins players walked in with members of the Girls Learn to Play Program, an organization that introduces young athletes to the sport of hockey. The youth players then joined the Fleet for the game. Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy also rocked a Fleet team shirt in the locker room before the game, while other players sported T-shirts and sweaters from New England professional women's teams.

  • The event took place on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.

The players

Megan Keller

An Olympic gold medalist and the captain of the PWHL's Boston Fleet.

Charlie McAvoy

A defenseman for the Boston Bruins.

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The takeaway

The Bruins' celebration of Women in Sports Night showcased the growing popularity and recognition of women's professional hockey, highlighting the Boston Fleet as role models for young athletes and demonstrating the team's commitment to promoting gender equity in sports.