Hockey finally returned to Causeway Street on Sunday, as the Bruins fell to the New York Rangers, 3-2, in their preseason opener.
Cole Koepke and Trevor Kuntar both scored for the Bruins, while goalies Brandon Bussi and Michael DiPietro split the net in the loss. Mason Lohrei led all skaters with 24:22 of ice time, while Hanson native Billy Sweezey landed a team-best five hits.
Jim Montgomery rolled with a younger lineup across the board Sunday, with most of the roster comprised of Providence stalwarts and younger players looking to make a push for NHL reps.
The Bruins will continue their preseason slate on Tuesday with another home game against the Capitals, with puck drop set for 7 p.