BOSTON – The Bruins are back in action Saturday night, so that means Todd Angilly is back on the microphone.
A fan favorite for his opera-style rendition of the national anthem, Angilly performed only one game during the 4 Nations Face-Off at TD Garden. When New England hockey fans learned he would not sing prior to the championship game between the United States and Canada, the response on social media was one of disappointment. Instead, Grammy Award-winning singer Isabel Leonard performed, accompanied by the Boston Pops orchestra.
Still, Angilly was thrilled with his opportunity to sing on the international stage prior to the United States-Sweden game last Monday at TD Garden.
“Just to be part of (4 Nations Face-Off) in any way, shape, or form was amazing,” he said. “It really didn’t hit me until the dress rehearsal and seeing the other flags and meeting the other anthem singer from Sweden; we had a great conversation. It was just awesome. It was a whole new level. The crowd was amped, and it was tough to hold myself back. It was a great experience.”
Bruins fans will be happy to see him tonight on home ice.