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Bruins Unveil Bold Gold & Black Uniform for 2026 stadium Series in Florida
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The Boston Bruins will take the ice in a striking new uniform when they face the Tampa Bay Lightning at the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Seriesâ„¢ game on February 1, 2026, at Raymond James Stadium.This matchup marks a historic first for the League – the inaugural outdoor NHL game played within a florida football stadium.
The new jersey design represents a significant departure from the team’s traditional black and gold color scheme, flipping the script to prominently feature a vibrant gold. This bold choice is intended to capture the energy of the event and pay tribute to the team’s passionate fanbase.
A Sunshine State debut
The 2026 Stadium Series game will be a landmark event for the NHL, bringing the excitement of professional hockey to the “Sunshine State” in a unique outdoor setting. According to a team release,the new sweaters are specifically “tailor-made for the moment.” The jerseys incorporate larger-than-life numbers on both the sleeves and helmets, adding to the visual impact of the game.
Design elements Reflect Bruins heritage and Fanbase
The uniform isn’t just a cosmetic change; it’s a intentional design statement. “Through multiple Winter Classics and of course our club’s 100th anniversary, we’ve done a lot of retro and vintage style jerseys, but Stadium series presented an opportunity to do something really unique,” said Boston Bruins President Cam Neely. “We’re excited to introduce a uniform that combines bruins toughness and snarl with some really dialed up components and coloring. These sweaters are going to look great under the Sunday night lights.”
Several key design elements contribute to this unique aesthetic:
- Sunshine Motif: Subtle debossed sun rays adorn the sleeves, and the hem loop label features “BOS,” Boston’s airport code, acknowledging the team’s frequent travels.
- Football Inspiration: The “Boston” wordmark on the jersey’s front draws inspiration from the New England Patriots’ font, a nod to the game’s location in an NFL stadium. The Bruins’ iconic crawling bear logo is integrated into this design, appearing larger and more prominently than usual.
- Bear Claw Slash: A new secondary mark – a varsity “B” with a bear claw slash – symbolizes the grit and toughness that have defined Bruins hockey for over a century.This graphic element is repeated throughout the uniform, including on the helmet and pants.
- New England pride: The inside of the collar features the abbreviations of all six New England states, reinforcing the Bruins’ commitment to representing the entire region.
Merchandise and Ticket Data
Fans eager to get their hands on the new jerseys and other Stadium Series merchandise can do so starting December 15 at BostonProShop.com and at the ProShop, powered by ’47, located at The Hub on Causeway (84 Causeway St.,Boston,MA 02114). Interested fans are encouraged to sign up for the BostonProShop Newsletter HEAR.
A limited number of tickets for the game remain available through Ticketmaster, the NHL’s official ticketing partner.
Broadcast Details
The 2026 NHL Stadium series game will be broadcast nationally in the U.S.
