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A Boston sports Christmas wishlist

Good Morning, Boston.

On this day in 1979 … The Boston Bruins and New York Rangers performed the prequel to the “Malice in the Palace,” sparking a brawl where Bruins players fought Rangers fans in the stands at Madison Square Garden. At least no one beat up Phil Esposito, who was playing for the Rangers and left the ice before the fighting started.

WHAT’S ON TAP TODAY:

It’s gonna be Maye

Joe Mazzulla’s Christmas message

Offensive linemen under the tree?

LET’S GET INTO IT…

LEADING OFF

Christmas in Titletown

Image: Michael Reaves/Getty Images

Merry Christmas, Boston sports fans!