

Every NHL star carves out a legacy, battle-scarred and ice-worn—and Charlie McAvoy? It has just been woven into a fabric of eternity. Back in February, fans nearly held their breath when McAvoy suffered an upper-body injury. The timing? Absolutely brutal. It eliminated him in the 4 Nations final and left Team USA on the back foot. But they didn’t have to look far—Quinn Hughes stepped in, and hockey fans everywhere gave that approving nod. One powerhouse out, another one in. But while the game went on, McAvoy’s wife, Kiley, had something much more personal in mind. As the hockey world adjusted, Kiley made sure Charlie’s journey got the tribute it deserved.
She posted on Instagram to reveal The Charlie McAvoy Career Journey Jacket, which is a combination of the red color of Boston University, stars and stripes of the USA, and the black and gold of the Bruins. “This piece is more than a jacket, it’s a tribute to his journey–crafted with purpose, designed to be worn with love and pride.” And Kiley? She was all in, saying, “Such a cool piece I will cherish forever! Thanks so much Ben 🔥,” she wrote, addressing the mind behind Jeanius Jackets. And just when you thought the love couldn’t get any sweeter, Kiley received a custom Boston Bruins jewelry piece, adding another layer to their ever-growing legacy.
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A gift worthy of Charlie McAvoy’s “biggest fan”
Charlie McAvoy’s wife, Kiley McAvoy, took to Instagram Stories on March 11 to share a little treasure—literally. Sitting elegantly on a branded box from Air & Anchor was a beautiful ‘cuff keeper’ necklace, but it was not an ordinary necklace. It was accompanied with a sweet message that said, “Designed for No. 73’s biggest fan.” And the best part? The necklace had the number 73, which is also McAvoy’s number on the ice. Now that’s a love story told in gold! But wait, Kiley was not the only Bruins WAG pampered with such treatment.

Another of the Bruins’ stars, Nikita Zadorov, also had his own love story appreciated in the form of a chain. His wife, Aleksandra Zadorova, also received a necklace from Air & Anchor with a message on the card that said, “Aleksandra, enjoy your custom necklace! #91” along with the sweet dedication, “Designed for No. 91’s biggest fan.” Looks like these Bruins ladies aren’t just cheering from the stands—they’ve got their men’s numbers close to their hearts, quite literally!
Air & Anchor is not just a jewelry company, it is about the revival of American craftsmanship. Omar and Rachel Ajaj, a young couple from Rhode Island always felt a passion for engineering and design, so they turned their love for it into something great. They began in 2020 with Air & Anchor, creating timeless, distinctive items, and all of their products are made in their family’s factory in Cranston. But coming back to Charlie McAvoy, no one cheers louder or stands prouder than his wife—she’s been his rock through it all!
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Kiley McAvoy cheers for her injured husband!
Sure, Charlie McAvoy did not play in February’s 4 Nations Face-Off Final but that did not stop Team USA from including him in the mix. As reported by Boston.com, after getting surgery to “cut out and clean an infection,” the Bruins’ alternate captain was unable to don his uniform against Canada—but that didn’t mean he was out of the game completely. Before the championship clash at TD Garden, Team USA’s head coach, and Charlie’s father-in-law, Mike Sullivan, handed McAvoy a special honor: announcing the starting lineup.
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And let’s be real, having a guy like Charlie set the tone? That’s a locker room moment for the books. The team’s post summed it up perfectly: “The starting line up from Charlie ❤️🇺🇸 #4Nations.” And you already know his biggest fan was right there cheering for him every second. Kiley McAvoy could not contain herself and reposted the moment with an emotive expression of pride stating, “So proud of this guy ❤️ GO USA 🇺🇸🏒.”
Sure, the result was not the best for Team USA, but this? This was a memory that was imprinted in the McAvoy family. No matter what, Kiley has stood by his side throughout it all, proving once again that hockey is not just a sport, but a process, experiences, and people who do not give up on you.
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