The Bruins fell to the Rangers, 3-2, on Sunday in their preseason opener. Here's seven takeaways from the game at TD Garden.

Act 1 found the Bruins one goal short Sunday, the Black and Gold falling to the Rangers, 3-2, at TD Garden in the first exhibition game of the 2024-25 NHL season for both clubs. Alex Belzile’s goal, 4:46 into the third period, broke a 2-2 tie and carried the Blueshirts to the win.

The Boston Bruins dropped Sunday’s preseason game to the New York Rangers, 3-2, at the TD Garden. It’s just the first of seven exhibition games and this was a chance for Jim Montgomery and Co. to get a look at some of the younger guys.