When Is Bruins’ Next Game? Date, Time, How To Watch Boston’s Return After Olympic Break
The Bruins are enjoying an extended break, as the 2026 Winter Olympics are officially underway.
Before the break, Boston dropped its first two games of February, falling to Tampa Bay and Florida in a couple of high-scoring shootouts. The Bruins are currently sitting in fifth place in the Atlantic Division standings behind the Lightning, Canadiens, Red Wings and Sabres.
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Boston will return to the ice in late February and resume its playoff push with a matchup against Columbus.
Here are all the details on how you can watch the Bruins vs. Blue Jackets game.
When is Bruins’ next game? Date, time for Boston’s return
- Date: Thursday, Feb. 26
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
Bruins vs. Blue Jackets is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, Feb. 26. The game will be played at the TD Garden in Boston.
How to watch Bruins’ next game: TV channel, live stream
You can watch Bruins vs. Blue Jackets on NESN if you live in the Boston area. Viewers in NESN’s area of coverage can also stream games live on Fubo and NESN 360, an app that gives local fans access to NESN programming via a TV provider or paid subscription.
If NESN is part of your current cable or satellite package, you may already have access to NESN 360.
Outside of Boston, Bruins vs. Blue Jackets will be available to stream on ESPN+.
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Boston Bruins schedule 2025-26
Here is the upcoming schedule for the Bruins:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
| Feb. 26 | vs. Blue Jackets | 7 p.m. |
| Feb. 28 | at Flyers | 3 p.m. |
| March 3 | vs. Penguins | 7 p.m. |
| March 5 | at Predators | 8 p.m. |
| March 7 | vs. Capitals | 12:30 p.m. |
