Beanpot (ice hockey)
Beanpot (ice hockey)
The Beanpot is an annual ice hockey tournament among four major college teams in the Boston area. The tournament is held on the first two Mondays in February at the TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League (NHL). The participating teams are the Boston College Eagles, Boston University Terriers, Harvard Crimson, and Northeastern Huskies.
History[edit | edit source]
The Beanpot tournament was first held in December 1952 and has since become a staple of Boston's sports culture. The tournament was originally played at the Boston Arena, now known as Matthews Arena, before moving to the Boston Garden and eventually to the TD Garden.
Format[edit | edit source]
The tournament consists of two rounds: the semifinals and the finals. The semifinals are held on the first Monday of February, with the winners advancing to the championship game and the losers playing in a consolation game on the second Monday.
Significance[edit | edit source]
The Beanpot is highly regarded in the Boston area and is a major event for the participating schools. It provides an opportunity for local bragging rights and has a significant impact on the local college hockey scene. The tournament has also been a showcase for future NHL talent, with many participants going on to professional careers.
Notable Moments[edit | edit source]
Over the years, the Beanpot has seen numerous memorable moments, including overtime thrillers, standout performances by future NHL stars, and intense rivalries. The tournament has a rich history of competitive games and dramatic finishes.
Championships by School[edit | edit source]
- Boston University Terriers: 30 titles
- Boston College Eagles: 20 titles
- Harvard Crimson: 11 titles
- Northeastern Huskies: 7 titles
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Boston College Eagles men's ice hockey
- Boston University Terriers men's ice hockey
- Harvard Crimson men's ice hockey
- Northeastern Huskies men's ice hockey
- TD Garden
- National Hockey League
- Boston Bruins
See Also[edit | edit source]
Template:College ice hockey Template:Boston Bruins
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