Go behind the scenes before Tuukka Rask's ceremonial puck drop
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Dave
April 13, 2022 (4:55 PM)
The Bruins held a pre-game ceremony for their former star goaltender last month.
Boston was hosting the New Jersey Devils back on March 31 when Tuukka Rask was in town for his ceremonial puck drop. Rask announced his retirement in the second week of February after a failed attempt at a comeback from hip surgery forced him out of the game.
The 35-year-old goaltender spent 15 seasons playing between the pipes for the B's, finishing his career as the franchise leader in both games played at the position (564) and wins (308).
The Bruins had cameras rolling prior to the game against the Devils, and were able to catch Rask chatting it up with former teammate Patrice Bergeron and a few trainers. he even got a surprise visit from current goaltender
Jeremy Swayman, who had some kind words for the veteran.
You can check out the entire sequence here:
Rask officially retired from the game with a 308-165-66 record to go along with a 2.28 GAA and .921% save percentage. He also sits second in Bruins history with 52 shutouts.
Previously on Bruins Insider
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AVRIL 13 | 142 ANSWERS Go behind the scenes before Tuukka Rask's ceremonial puck drop Who is the greatest goaltender in Bruins history? |
Tim Thomas | 30 | 21.1 % |
Tuukka Rask | 31 | 21.8 % |
Frank Brimsek | 41 | 28.9 % |
Tiny Thompson | 40 | 28.2 % |
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