TD Garden, home of the NBA’s Boston Celtics and NHL’s Boston Bruins, faced backlash over the weekend as a new bag policy went into effect.
The policy began Saturday when the Bruins hosted the Los Angeles Kings. Fans are not allowed to bring bags larger than 6 inches by 4 inches by 1.5 inches into the arena. All backpacks will also be prohibited from being brought into the arena. Bags purchased at the Boston Pro Shop are permitted but are subject to inspection.
Arena reminded fans of the policy on Sunday.
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Andreas Englund (left) of the Los Angeles Kings plays against Trent Frederick of the Bruins at TD Garden in Boston on February 17, 2024. (China Wong/NHLI via Getty Images)
“Starting February 17th, a new @EvolvTechnology security screening will be conducted at TD Garden,” Arena posted on its X account. “To ensure a faster admission process, we strongly discourage customers from bringing bags. No bags larger than 6″ x 4″ x 1.5″ will be allowed.”
The Boston Herald reported that 98.5 Sports Hub Bruins writer Ty Anderson posted about the massive confusion surrounding the new rules for Saturday’s game.
Anderson told There are a lot of people who are angry because they were told they could check their luggage for dollars.”
Female hockey fans and NHL media alike noted that bag restrictions have a greater impact on women.
“If you see me carrying TD Double Fisting tampons and EpiPens, this is why,” Sports Hub’s Kendra Middleton wrote on X.
“I’m sorry, but what’s going on with this is ridiculous. Isn’t it discrimination?” Bleacher Report’s Sarah Civian wrote.
A screen outside the arena before the game between the Boston Bruins and the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 4 of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at TD Garden on May 8, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Steve Babineau/NHLI via Getty Images)
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NESN host Meredith Gorman wrote, “That’s insane??? At least let people use clear bags.”
TD Garden Fox News Digital did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Evolv Technology describes itself as “a leading security technology company pioneering AI-based weapons screening to create a secure experience.”
The company says its screening technology is used in theme parks, sports stadiums, performing arts centers, casinos, schools, hospitals, places of worship and more.
TD Garden before Game 3 of the 2022 NBA Finals on June 7, 2022 in Boston. (Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)
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“TD Garden is committed to providing a best-in-class experience for our guests, and we are committed to providing our guests with a best-in-class experience, ensuring safety and security,” Bruins Chief Operating Officer and President of TD Garden Glenn Thornborough said in a Tuesday news release. is the top priority.” “Evolv’s innovative technology allows us to do just that while streamlining the entry process and minimizing wait times.”
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