The Skate Podcast
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Ep 261The Skate Pod, Ep. 261: Frederic Continues Hot Streak vs Lightning
Discussing the growth of Trent Frederic and success of Morgan Geekie on the first line. Analyzing Matt Poitras first performance after World Juniors. The latest Bruins' transaction and scratches. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] | Watch on YouTube | 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 Lose High-Scoring Game vs Pittsburgh
Ep 260, pt 1: We go through the Bruins' loss to the Penguins, when the Bruins get Poitras back and what the Bruins might be missing defensively. 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 Slot Poitras at Wing in His Return?
Ep 260, pt 2: Did the Bruins give Georgii Merkulov enough of a chance in Boston? Where will Matt Poitras slot in when he returns to the lineup this week? 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 Are Bruins Missing on Defense?
Ep 260, pt 3: Discussing the Bruins' deficiencies on defense and whether or not they have an internal solution. Plus, we cover David Pastrnak making an other All-Star Game and the new PWHL Boston team starting their 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
Ep 260The Skate Pod, Ep. 260: Bruins' Defense Struggles vs Pittsburgh
Discussing the defensive breakdowns in the Bruins' high-scoring loss to the Penguins. Will Matt Poitras play wing when he comes back? Plus thoughts on David Pastrnak making the All-Star Game and the first PWHL game 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
Coyle Line Continues To Produce During Win Streak
Ep 259, pt 1 - Discussing the Bruins top-six forward group and the contributions made by Marchand, Coyle and DeBrusk on the Bruins three-game win streak. 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 Frederic Playing His Career Best Hockey Right Now?
Ep 259, pt 2: We go through the recent contributions by Trent Frederic and where it ranks in his career. Plus, Assessing Georgii Merkulov through his first 2 games. Will Merkulov stick around when Matt Poitras returns? 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
Has Lohrei Solidified Permanent Spot on Bruins?
Ep 259, pt 3: What we've seen from Matt Poitras in World Juniors. Has Lohrei solidified his role in the Bruins' lineup? 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 259The Skate Pod, Ep. 259: Bruins Go on Win Streak after Break
Discussing the Bruins' three-game win streak after break, the increased chemistry of the Marchand-Coyle-DeBrusk line and Trent Frederic's increasing confidence. 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
Bruins' Special Teams' Shows Improvement in Buffalo
Ep 258, pt 1: Discussing the Bruins improvements in special teams since Christmas break and their bounce-back win over Buffalo. 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
Positive Signs for Coyle, DeBrusk & Geekie
Ep 258, pt 2: We discuss the performances of several Bruins' players, including three players who are trending up and three who are down since the break. What McAvoy's stats say about his effectiveness over the past 10 games. 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
Where Does Merkulov Fit Best in Bruins' Lineup?
Ep 258, pt 3: Discussing the call up of Georgii Merkulov and where he could fit into the Bruins' lineup Saturday. Checking in on how Matt Poitras is doing at World Juniors. 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 258The Skate Pod, Ep. 258: Bruins Return Energized After Break
Discussing the improvements the Bruins made after Christmas break that lead to their win over Buffalo. Three players who are trending up and three who are down since the break. Updates on Matt Poitras and Georgii Merkulov. 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 Are Bruins Trade Options For DeBrusk, Grzelcyk and Ullmark?
Ep 257, pt 3: Will Matt Poitras load management schedule change after World Juniors? Answering some trade proposal questions involving DeBrusk, Grzelcyk and Ullmark. 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 Is DeBrusk's Trade Value After Slump?
Ep 257, pt 2: Will Georgii Merkulov get a chance with Boston this season? What's going on with Jake DeBrusk's slump and trade value? 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 Geekie Steal Poitras' Third-Line Center Role?
Ep 257, pt 1: Answering questions concerning Matt Poitras going to World Juniors, including what could happen to his role when he comes back. 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. 257 (Mailbag): Will Poitras's role change when he returns from World Juniors?
MAILBAG EPISODE -- We answer questions about what could happen to Matt Poitras if Morgan Geekie performs well as third-line center. Could Georgii Merkulov be getting a call-up soon? Answering more trade proposal ideas involving DeBrusk, Grzelcyk and Ullmark. 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
Reasons For Bruins' Recent Third-Period Issues
Ep 256, pt 2: Analyzing the Bruins' difficulty at maintaining leads in the 3rd period. 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 Downside of Sending Poitras to World Juniors
Ep 256, pt 3: We debate whether Matt Poitras would have been better off staying with the Bruins rather than playing in World Juniors. 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 We Be Concerned by Lysell's Most Recent Assessment in Providence?
Ep 256, pt 1: Are the comments about Fabian Lysell made by Providence Bruins' Head Coach Ryan Mougenel cause for concern about his future in the NHL? 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 256The Skate Pod, Ep. 256: Poitras Sent to World Juniors; Bruins Lose to Wild
We debate whether Matt Poitras should have stayed with the Bruins or went to play for Team Canada in the IIHF World Juniors. Analyzing the Bruins' difficulty at maintaining leads in the 3rd period. Are the comments about Fabian Lysell made by Providence Bruins' Head Coach Ryan Mougenel cause for concern about his future in the NHL? 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
Are Rangers Bruins' Toughest Challenger in Eastern Conference?
Ep 255, pt 1: Discussing how the Bruins and Rangers have matched up this season, how Poitras looked in his return to the lineup and Frederic's contributions to Saturday's 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
Analyzing Pastrnak's Leadership Role This Season
Ep 255, pt 2: Analyzing the Bruins' performances against the Islanders and Rangers, Pastrnak's leadership role and some positive signs for 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
Did Pastrnak's Hit Warrant an Ejection?
Ep 255, pt 3: Was the Pastrnak hit worth the ejection, Saturday's "Lunch Pail A.C." Era Night and the results of our Jake DeBrusk poll. 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 255The Skate Pod, Ep. 255: Pastrnak Ejected in Bruins OT Loss to Rangers
Discussing the Bruins' shootout win over the Islanders and overtime loss to the Rangers. Going through some of the Bruins' recent call-ups and send-downs this week. Thoughts on the Bruins' "Lunch Pail A.C." Era's Night. 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
Revisiting Bruins Options To Trade Ullmark
Ep 254, pt 1: Revisiting the idea of trading Linus Ullmark and how possible it would be. 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 Poitras Respond Well Against Devils?
Ep 254, pt 2: We go through the performances of Morgan Geekie, Matt Poitras and Ian Mitchell and how they contributed in the Bruins overtime loss to the Devils. Plus, thoughts on the way Brad Marchand and Charlie Coyle have played together. 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 Numbers Say About Jake DeBrusk's Season
Ep 254, pt 3: Diving into the stats and analytics surrounding Matt Grzelcyk and Jake DeBrusk. 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. 254: Geekie Steps Up Against Devils
Assessing the performances of Poitras, DeBrusk, Geekie and Grzelcyk in this weeks "who's up, who's down." Do Marchand and Coyle work well enough together? Revisiting the idea of trading Linus Ullmark and the obstacles to pulling it off. 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
Was Montgomery's Meeting With Poitras "Damage Control?"
Ep 253, pt 1: An update on the injuries to Charlie McAvoy and Pavel Zacha ahead of Wednesday's game vs the Devils. We cover the meeting Jim Montgomery had with Poitras including the optics surrounding the benching and meeting. 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 Send Poitras to World Juniors?
Ep 253, pt 2: We go through the main takeaways from Scott's feature about Matt Poitras and John Beecher moving in together. We answer mailbag questions about the futures of the two rookies and whether or not either could be sent down or elsewhere to develop. 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
Where Bruins Rank in The Skate Pod Power Rankings
Ep 253, pt 3: We answer a mailbag question about how the Bruins could add another top-6 winger before the trade deadline. Plus, we give our power rankings of the top-10 teams in the NHL right now. 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 253The Skate Pod, Ep. 253 (Mailbag): Are Bruins Handling Poitras Correctly?
Updates on the injuries to McAvoy and Zacha, and what lineup changes accompanied them. We answer your mailbag questions pertaining to the benching of Matt Poitras and his meeting with Jim Montgomery this week. 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 252The Skate Pod, Ep. 252: Bruins Lose Zacha, Bench Poitras in Win Over Coyotes
The latest on Pavel Zacha's injury. Was the benching of Matt Poitras in the 3rd period warranted? Who stepped up in the absence of Charlie McAvoy and Derek Forbort. 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's Concerning About Poitras Benching vs Coyotes
Ep 252, pt 1: Was Montgomery's benching of Matt Poitras necessary? What we know about the Pavel Zacha injury. 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 Bruins Be Able To Handle Losing Their Top Center Zacha?
Ep 252, pt 2: What's concerning about the benching of Matt Poitras in the B's win over the Coyotes. Who is the most likely fill-in for Pavel Zacha if he misses significant time? 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
With McAvoy Out, Who Leads Bruins Defense?
Ep 252, pt 3: How Ian Mitchell and Mason Lohrei have performed filling in for injured Charlie McAvoy and Derek Forbort. Looking into some dirty plays and suspensions around the league this week and how it could affect the Bruins. 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 251The Skate Pod, Ep. 251: McAvoy Injured in Uninspired Performance vs Buffalo
Discussing the Bruins' injury situation on defense, Matt Poitras being healthy scratched and who didn't contribute enough against Buffalo. Are the Bruins really as good as their record? Plus, the latest on Jeremy Swayman's absence. 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 250The Skate Pod, Ep. 250 (Mailbag): Is Moving Around Lineup Hurting Poitras?
Brian, Bridgette and Scott answer your mailbag questions about Matt Poitras, Milan Lucic and more. Should the Bruins target Noah Hanifin? 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
Should Bruins Target Flames' Lindholm or Hanifin?
Ep 250, pt 1: Looking into two players from the Calgary Flames the Bruins could target in a trade: Elias Lindholm and Noah Hanifin. How feasible it would be to add either player in terms of cap space and what Boston would have to give up. 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 Are Bruins' Best Line Options Now That Marchand Is Scoring?
Ep 250, pt 2: Does Johnny Beecher have any reason to worry about his job? What are the best line options for the Bruins now that Marchand is scoring again? 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
Biggest Reasons Bruins Are Contenders Again
Ep 250, pt 3: We answer your questions about how all-in the Bruins should be this season. The biggest reasons why the Bruins have avoided a 'transition year.' 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 249The Skate Pod, Ep. 249: Marchand Nets Natural Hat Trick vs Columbus
Is Brad Marchand about to generate some major production? Discussing demotions for both Bruins' rookies Beecher and Poitras. How the decision to add Danton Heinen has worked out for the Bruins. 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
Marchand Leads Bruins to Wins Back-to-Back Nights
Discussing the leadership of Brad Marchand against Toronto and Columbus. 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 Impactful Was Addition of Heinen?
Discussing Danton Heinen's contributions and fit with the Bruins. Are the Panthers still the most daunting playoff matchup for Bruins? 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 Much Does Montgomery Trust Rookies Beecher & Poitras?
We discuss Jim Montgomery's recent scratch of Johnny Beecher and reduced minutes for Matt Poitras. 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 248The Skate Pod, Ep. 248: Bruins Ramp up Physicality in Win vs Sharks
Discussing the Bruins' shutout win vs San Jose, the team's increased physicality and which lines looked to be clicking. Plus, thoughts on new line combinations and Bruins' special teams this week. 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 247The Skate Pod, Ep. 247: Bruins Lose Third-Straight Game to Columbus
Discussing a worrying trend on defense over the Bruins three-straight losses. Is it time to split up the top line? Are we seeing an identity crisis with the Bruins? Revisiting the Jake DeBrusk contract extension conversation. 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 It Time to Split Up Bruins' Top Line?
What went wrong in the Bruins loss to Columbus? Is it time to split up the top line? 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 Bruins Experiencing an Identity Crisis?
Are we seeing an identity crisis with the Bruins after key veterans leaving in the offseason? Could adding more grit to the D-corps help with Boston's identity. 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