Boston Bruins honor first responders

[OneGrassRoot]

BOSTON -- The outpouring of love and appreciation for those who helped in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings and catching the suspects wanted for the horrific crime continued at TD Garden Sunday before, during and after the Bruins’ 3-0 win over the Florida Panthers.

Bruins fans again sang the National Anthem in unison and after the game Bruins players gave the jerseys off their backs to first responders, law enforcement members, doctors and even some who ran in the marathon. The recipients of the jerseys weren't the only ones who were honored, as the Bruins said they were humbled to be part of the healing process and continue to show their support.

“That was great. It was a special moment,” forward Jaromir Jagr said. “We feel lucky to have a chance to actually shake their hands and talk to them because not everyone has a chance to do that, and we feel very lucky to do that. I thought it was a great moment and a great gesture from the Bruins to actually do that, and for us it was easy just to give our jerseys and have a chance to see them, so it was a great moment.”

The “Shirt Off Our Backs” ceremony is actually an annual promotion for fans. But the Bruins said season-ticket holders asked instead for first responders to be the recipients.

http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/bruins/post/_/id/11788/bruins-honored-to-give-shirts-off-back

[freshwest]

1. Spreading love and healing.