
The Skate Podcast
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New Bruins' Roster Projections With Lindholm & Zadorov
Ep 329, pt 2: We go through potential new lines and d-pairs for the Bruins after their new additions. Plus, we discuss the departure of DeBrusk, Grzelcyk and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Updates on Poitras, Letourneau From Rookie Camp
Ep 329, pt 3: Updates from day one of rookie development camp including the health of Matt Poitras and first impressions of Dean Letourneau. Plus, who the Bruins lost in their bottom six and how to replace them. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 329The Skate Pod, Ep. 329: Bruins Add Elias Lindholm, Nikita Zadorov
Grading Don Sweeney's moves on the first day of free agency, giving new lineup projections and analyzing where the Bruins stand after a lot of shake ups in the Eastern Conference. Plus, key takeaways from the first day of rookie development camp. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 328The Skate Pod, Ep. 328: Bruins Draft Recap & Free Agency Preview
Going over what the Bruins did in the 2024 NHL Draft, what to expect from 1st round pick Dean Letourneau and why Boston traded Jakub Lauko. Plus, discussing some free agents that have been tied to the Bruins including the probability of landing Elias Lindholm or Nikita Zadorov. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Center Options Bruins Could Draft With Pick No. 25
Ep 327, pt 1: We talk to Chris Peters about some intriguing center options for the Bruins that should be available at pick No. 25. Plus, Chris explains how hard it could be for Boston to trade their first round pick. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Looking Back On Lysell Pick & His Future In Boston
Ep 327, pt 2: We look back at the Bruins' lasy first-round draft pick -- Fabian Lysell -- where he is in his development and whether or not he will ultimately be a bust. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Sweeney Make Up For Bad Ullmark Trade In Free Agency?
Ep 327, pt 3: What can Don Sweeney do in the upcoming weeks to make up the shortcomings of the Ullmark deal? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 327The Skate Pod, Ep. 327: What Should Bruins Do With 25th-Overall Pick?
We are joined by NHL draft specialist guest Chris Peters to discuss players the Bruins may look to target at pick No. 25. We discuss center options in the draft, players to stay away from and if Fabian Lysell is a bust. Have our opinions changed about the return for Linus Ullmark? Plus, new jersey designs are out which means it's time for another fashion segment! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does Ullmark Trade Help Bruins in the Present?
Ep 326, pt 1: Discussing the return the Bruins got in the Ullmark trade and what Boston would have to do with Korpisalo and their draft pick to make the trade worth it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing Bruins' Remaining Spending Power After Ullmark Trade
Ep 326, pt 2: Discussing what the coming weeks could look like for the Bruins who are now armed with a first round draft pick and about $24 million in cap space. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Panthers Win Stanley Cup; McDavid Wins Conn Smythe; Bruins Options With Pick #25
Ep 326, pt 3: Discussing Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final where Florida was able to win it all. McDavid's Conn Smythe win on a losing team. An early look at some draft picks the Bruins could nab at pick No. 25. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 326The Skate Pod, Ep. 326: Did Bruins Get Enough For Ullmark?
Going through each piece of the trade that sent Linus Ullmark to Ottawa and whether or not Boston lost the deal. Discussing the career of Joonas Korpisalo, his down year in Ottawa and what his cap hit means for spending power. Should the Bruins flip their acquired first-round pick or use it to draft a promising player of the future? Plus, thoughts on Florida winning the Stanley Cup and stories from Bridgette's vacation from Hell. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Carolina Asking Too Much for Necas?
Ep 325, pt 1: Discussing the latest reporting on what Carolina wants for Martin Necas. Plus, would Brock Nelson be a good center addition for Boston? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do NHL Teams Need To Build To Beat Panthers?
Ep 325, pt 2: Discussing the Oilers-Panthers Stanley Cup Final series and what it means for the Bruins next year trying to prep for another run in with the Panthers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boston to Host NHL 4 Nations Face-off
Ep 325, pt 3: Reacting to news that TD Garden will host the championship game of the 2025 international "4 Nations" tournament. Plus, Brian is excited for some new Ducks' uniforms. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 325The Skate Pod, Ep. 325: What We're Learning from Stanley Cup Final
Discussing news on Martin Necas's availability in Carolina, Florida dominating the Stanley Cup Final and if Brock Nelson could be an option for Boston at center. Plus, Brian leads another fashion segment and Bridgette makes an announcement. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What Could Bruins Do With Devils' First-Round Pick?
Ep 324, pt 1: What's the best way for the Bruins to get a No. 1 center this offseason? Weighing the options the Bruins have to trade Linus Ullmark to New Jersey or Carolina. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would Bruins Take Risk Of Adding Kotkaniemi?
Ep 324, pt 2: Would Bruins consider trading for center Jesperi Kotkaniemi? Discussing a trade that involves Linus Ullmark going to the Senators. Plus, other trade options. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are Panthers Favorite In Stanley Cup Final?
Ep 324, pt 3: Answering a few leftover mailbag questions about Swayman, Merkulov and trade options. Plus, a look into this year's Stanley Cup Final. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 324The Skate Pod, Ep. 324: Will Bruins Be In On Acquiring Devils 10th-Overall Pick?
Discussing the news on a potential new contract for Danton Heinen, Derek Forbort ready to test free agency and a potential move for Martin Necas within the week. Could the Bruins make a deal with the Devils that involved sending Linus Ullmark for the Devils' 10th-overall pick? Plus, we propose other trade options and answer a few more mailbag questions. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Analyzing Duchene, Lindholm and Stephenson's Potential Fit in Boston
Ep 323, pt 1: Pastrnak and Zacha's big World Championship win. Looking into Elias Lindholm, Matt Duchene and Chandler Stephenson and the drawbacks to worry about if they were to be added to the Bruins' top-6 forward group. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could Bruins Trade Ullmark for Necas?
Ep 323, pt 2: Thoughts on the Bruins going after Martin Necas from Carolina. Could the Bruins make a deal for Nazem Kadri? How realistic is it that the Bruins could sign Steven Stamkos? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What Next Year Could Hold For Poitras, Lysell and Merkulov
Ep 323, pt 3: Looking into some of the Bruins' top young forward prospects and where they fit in the Bruins organization this upcoming year. Answering a question about Sean Monahan as an option for Boston. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 323The Skate Pod, Ep. 323: Front-Runners in Bruins' Forward Hunt (Mailbag)
In this mailbag episode we answer many questions about top-6 forward options that the Bruins could look into this offseason. Plus, answering questions on where Matt Poitras, Fabian Lysell and other Bruins' prospects currently stand heading into the 2024-25 season. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does Sweeney Have Any Excuse To Not Land a Big Scoring Threat?
Ep 322, pt 1: Discussing Don Sweeney's comments on DeBrusk, Coyle, Zacha and his vision for the Bruins' top six. Analyzing Sweeney's comments about being agressive this offseason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would Jonathan Marchesseault Be a Good Fit In Boston?
Ep 322, pt 2: Looking at some of the free agent options for the Bruins including Jonathan Marchessealt. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Revisiting a Trade For Draisaitl
Ep 322, pt 3: What would it take for the Bruins to trade for Leon Draisaitl as their No. 1 center? Discussing Sweeney's comments on Swayman's last contract. Thoughts on Eastern Conference Finals Game 1. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 322The Skate Pod, Ep. 322: Do Sweeney's Comments Hint DeBrusk Is Gone?
Discussing the key statements made by Bruins management and ownership at their press conference on Wednesday. Did Don Sweeney hint that Jake DeBrusk and Linus Ullmark are gone this offseason? Does Sweeney have any excuse if he doesn't land a top-line scoring threat this offseason? Would Jonathan Marchesseault be a good fit in Boston? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 321The Skate Pod, Ep. 321: Bruins' Breakup Day Injury and Contract News
We discuss the new information about injuries and contract talks for Bruins players. What Ullmark, DeBrusk, Grzelcyk and Maroon said about where they stand with the Bruins. Plus, thoughts on the final four teams left in the playoffs and other news from around the NHL. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 320The Skate Pod, Ep. 320: Looking Ahead To Bruins' Offseason Deals (Sunday Skate)
In the final Sunday Skate of the season, Bridgette, Scott and Razor discuss the Bruins' series loss to the Panthers, free agents they may lose and what upcoming moves the Bruins should be targeting in the summer. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did 2023-24 Bruins Reach Their Ceiling?
Ep 319, pt 1: Detailing Marchand's return to the lineup, his injury and some other injuries that were revealed after the Bruins Game 6 loss. Plus, did this Bruins team reach their ceiling for what personnel they had this season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What Does Future Look Like For Swayman & Ullmark?
Ep 319, pt 2: Discussing the futures of Swayman, Ullmark and three Bruins defensemen that are unrestricted free agents. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should Re-Signing DeBrusk Be A Priority For Bruins?
Ep 319, pt 3: Discussing how Jake DeBrusk figures into the Bruins' plans for their future top-six forward group. Plus, are there any top-four defensemen the Bruins may be willing to trade to upgrade their team? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 319The Skate Pod, Ep. 319: Bruins' Season Ends In Game 6 Loss To Panthers
Discussing the Bruins' season-ending loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 6, Marchand's return from injury and losing another lead at home. Thoughts on the future of the Bruins' current goalie duo. Did this Bruins' roster out-perform, reach its ceiling or fall short of their ceiling this year? Plus, which players have we seen play their last game in a Bruins' jersey? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McAvoy Great In Game 5; Marchand Nearing Return
Ep 317, pt 1: Could the Bruins Game 5 win give Marchand a chance to return to the series in Game 6? Describing three key moments that McAvoy helped the Bruins in Game 5. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swayman's Performance, Another Goalie Interference Review & Diving In Game 5
Ep 317, pt 2: Swayman's role in the Bruins Game 5 win, breaking down another pivotal goalie interference review and Jim Montgomery's critique of diving in the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should Bruins Make Big Changes To Power Play For Game 6?
Ep 317, pt 3: Discussing which line combinations have worked with Marchand out of the lineup and what they should do with them if he returns for Game 6. Are we about to see a big shake up on the Bruins power play? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 317The Skate Pod, Ep. 318: Bruins Keep Season Alive With Game 5 Win
We go through some Bruins players who had big Game 5 performances to help Boston send the series to Game 6. Discussing the Bruins line combinations that worked as well as some D-pair shuffling. Plus, Brad Marchand's likeliness of playing in Game 6. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anger In Boston Over Blown Call, Explanation & Postgame Comments From Florida
Ep 317, pt 1: Discussing the implications of the NHL's blown goalie interference call and some of the fall out after the game. What else went wrong for Boston in Game 4 that was in their control? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How Can Bruins Avoid Elimination In Game 5?
Ep 317, pt 2: What the Pathers have done better than the Bruins this series. What can Boston do to avoid elimination in Game 5? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bruins Recalls, Retaliation & Reasons For Being Down 3-1
Ep 317, pt 3: Discussing the three call ups the Bruins made before Game 5, what makes it hard to retaliate against the Panthers and what has gone wrong for Boston to end up on the verge of elimination. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 317The Skate Pod, Ep. 317: Did Blown Call Lead To Bruins' Loss In Game 4?
We discuss a huge mistake in officiating in the Bruins' Game 4 loss to the Panthers that has them down in their series 3-1. What Jim Montgomery and Paul Maurice said after the game about the controversial goal. What has to go right for the Bruins to overcome a 3-1 series deficit? Plus, some Bruins' call-ups for Game 5. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Skate Pod, Ep. 316: How Do Bruins Overcome the Loss of Brad Marchand?
Scott, Bridgette and Andrew Raycroft discuss Sam Bennett's sucker-punch on Brad Marchand, how the Bruins replace their captain with Marchand expected to miss at least Game 4, and whether there will be any retaliation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 315The Skate Pod, Ep. 315: Bruins Drop Two Straight Games, Fall Behind In Series vs Florida
Discussing the Bruins' inability to bounce back in Game 3, what went wrong and which players underperformed. Would a goalie change give the Bruins a fresh outlook? Plus, thoughts on the NHL "scrutinizing" the Bruins-Panthers series, some tough calls by the refs and the health of Brad Marchand. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can McAvoy Snap Out Of Playoff Funk?
Ep 314, pt 1: Discussing issues with the Bruins that have been self inflicted, including some key mistakes from Charlie McAvoy. Plus, thoughts on Swayman getting pulled, Pasta's fight and the Bruins' fatigue level. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Game 2 Fireworks Carry Over?
Ep 314, pt 2: Discussing the crazy finish to Game 2 of the Bruins-Panthers series, the reaction to the Pasta-Tkachuk fight and whether or not there is more retaliation to come. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do Bruins Need More Special Teams Adjustments For Game 3?
Ep 314, pt 3: Where the Bruins stand on special teams against the Pathers, potential changes to the power play and Forbort's role on the PK since his return. Plus, going through the potential lineup changes available to the Bruins for Game 3 with Heinen and Peeke on track to make a return in Round 2. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 314The Skate Pod, Ep. 314: Pastrnak Fights in Bruins' Game 2 Loss
We discuss the nastiness between Florida and Boston in Game 2 that culminated in an unlikely fight between David Pastrnak and Matthew Tkachuk. The self-inflicted wounds and potential fatigue from the Bruins. Plus, a look ahead to what being pulled in Game 2 means for Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 313The Skate Pod, Ep. 313: Bruins Beat Panthers in Game 1
Discussing what the Bruins did better than the Panthers in Game 1, the emergence of Mason Lohrei and the role new players have played this playoffs. We go through Jeremy Swayman's historic numbers. Plus, thoughts on Montgomery's timeout call, Derek Forbort, and the Bruins underdog mentality. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 312The Skate Pod, Ep. 312: Previewing Bruins-Panthers Round 2 Series
We discuss the improvements the Bruins need to make in their Round 2 series against the Panthers to avoid being eliminated by them again this year. We give our Bruins-Panthers series predictions, x-factors and Game 1 starter in net. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] | To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices