Menino Hosts Boston Bruins "Pep" Conference

Mayor Thomas Menino joined Boston Bruins President Cam Neely, TD Garden President John Wentzell, Boston Police Commissioner Edward Davis, MBTA officials and Bruins mascot Blades on Monday afternoon to encourage fans to support the Boston Bruins as they challenge the Vancouver Canucks for the Stanley Cup.

Mayor Menino urged fans to act responsibly as the Bruins prepare to host their first home game of the series at the TD Garden and encouraged Bostonians to show their support by wearing black and gold on game days throughout the series.

“Boston is the best sports town in America and it’s great to finally be able to welcome the Stanley Cup Finals to Boston and cheer on our Bruins,” Menino said. “It’s important that these games are a safe and fun experience for everyone, everywhere.”

The Boston Police will have increased patrols in and around sports bars, looking out for drunk driving and disorderly conduct. The Boston Licensing Board and BPD notified licensees in the TD Garden and Fenway areas that alcohol laws will be strictly enforced. They also reminded establishments to be mindful of capacity, excessive drinking and safety. 

City officials urged fans to use public transportation as much as possible throughout the series. The MBTA will have extra subway service running before and after the game with extra customer service staff at North Station and Haymarket and an increased Transit Police presence. The last Commuter Rail trains out of North Station will depart at midnight, but they will be held if the game runs late.