The Boston Bruins store on the NHL Shop sells official Bruins jerseys, hoodies, hats, T-shirts, kids' gear, pucks and collectibles. The shop is run with Fanatics, so orders follow NHL Shop policies on shipping, returns and rewards.
A Bruins jersey is the big purchase for most fans, and it is where mistakes cost most. Getting the jersey type, the size and any customisation right matters far more than the choice of hat.
Authentic on-ice or replica
Boston Bruins jerseys are sold in two broad grades. The authentic version matches what the team wears on the ice, with heavier fabric, sewn crests and numbers, reinforced areas and a fight strap. It is built for play and priced accordingly.
The replica or premium fan jersey has the same design with lighter construction and a more casual fit. For wearing to TD Garden or a bar, a replica Bruins jersey is the practical choice.
The NHL's jersey supplier changed in recent seasons, so product names on the Bruins store have shifted. Read each listing to see whether a jersey is the authentic on-ice model or a fan version, rather than going by the brand name alone.
Hockey sizing is different
Hockey jerseys are cut large because players wear them over pads. A Boston Bruins replica in your usual shirt size will usually hang loose, and many fans size down one for a neater look.
Authentic Bruins jerseys have typically used numeric sizes such as 46, 50, 52 and 54 rather than S, M and L. Check the size chart on the listing; the conversion is not intuitive, and ordering an authentic in the wrong size is an expensive mistake.
Youth and toddler Bruins jerseys run on their own charts. If you are buying for a growing child, the next size up usually lasts two seasons.
Women's Bruins jerseys are cut slimmer through the body. If you want the classic roomy hockey look, a men's or unisex Boston Bruins replica sized down one usually works better.
Caring for a Bruins jersey
Wash a Boston Bruins jersey inside out on a cold, gentle cycle and hang it to dry. Heat from a dryer can lift twill numbers, crack printed crests and shrink the fabric.
Keep the jersey away from rough fabrics like denim and Velcro in the wash, which can snag the mesh. Hang it rather than folding it tightly so the Bruins crest stays flat.
Home, away and special jerseys
The home Bruins jersey is the black one with the spoked B, and the away jersey is white. Both stay in the lineup for years, so they are safe buys that will not look dated quickly.
Alternate, Winter Classic and other special-event Bruins jerseys are produced for a season or a single game. They are popular while the event is on and often discounted afterwards, which is the time to buy one if you like the design.
Customising a Bruins jersey
The Bruins store offers player names and numbers or a custom name and number. Personalised jerseys are made to order, so they take longer and are commonly final sale. Check the spelling and size twice.
A current player's name carries trade risk. A custom name, a retired legend or no name at all keeps a Boston Bruins jersey wearable for longer.
Timing and rewards
Bruins prices tend to drop after the season, during big holiday sales and when a new alternate design replaces the old one. Playoff and anniversary merchandise sells at full price while demand is high.
The NHL Shop participates in Fanatics' FanCash rewards. Check the current terms to see how rewards build on a Boston Bruins order and whether they apply to sale items.
Shipping costs and free-shipping thresholds change through the year, so check the figure at checkout before deciding whether to add a second item.
Where the Boston Bruins savings are
The 30% code is the one to use on a Bruins jersey, where it saves the most. NHL Shop codes often exclude authentic jerseys, customisation fees or event merchandise, so check the discount line in the basket.
The $10 code beats 30% only on a Boston Bruins basket under about $33, such as a single T-shirt or a puck. It may be single-use.
The free shipping code looks like it needs an order of around $49, judging by its name. It pairs well with small orders just over that level; on a jersey order, the percentage code is worth more.
NHL Shop codes generally do not stack. Try each one and keep the lowest Bruins total including shipping.
Common questions
Should I size down in a Bruins jersey?
Many fans do for a replica, as hockey cuts are roomy. Check the Bruins size chart first.
What does a Bruins authentic size 52 mean?
Authentic jerseys use numeric sizes. Use the chart on the listing to convert.
Can I return a customised Bruins jersey?
Usually not. Personalised Boston Bruins jerseys are normally final sale.
Which Bruins jersey stays in style longest?
The black home jersey. Specials change more often.
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