Fans were lined up out the door at TD Garden as they waited for the gates to open for the Bruins' Black and Gold scrimmage game. It was the first professional hockey in the city this season following a lockout while owners and players settled a contract dispiute.

The Bruins saw thier first action together since they lost in Game 7 of their playoff series to the Washington Capitals last spring.

The NHL's Bruins wore black sweaters, while their minor-league affiliate from Providence wore white.

Fans filled TD Garden to the limits to see the scrimmage game. Tickets were free .

Left wing Chris Bourque is competing for a spot on the big-league roster in Boston, where his father, Ray Bourque, was a hockey legend. Chris Bourque has spent most of his career in the minor leagues.

Two young fans get a close-up look as they shot photos of Bruins winger Rich Peverley's battle with Providence Bruin Jay Pandolfo.

Bruins defenseman Dougie Hamilton hit the ice as teammate Dennis Seidenberg skated behind him in the first period.

Fans will get their next look at the Bruins on Saturday when they open the season against the New York Rangers at TD Garden.