The Skate Podcast
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Has DeBrusk Had an 'Unacceptable' Start?
Ep 241, pt 2: Analyzing comments made about Jake DeBrusk around Boston sports media and whether or not they are fair. 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 Lindholm Met Expectations?
Ep 241, pt 3: What difference's between his role this year and last year have kept Hampus Lindholm's offensive numbers down. 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 240The Skate Pod, Ep. 240: Coyle Hat Trick Boosts Bruins over Islanders
Going through the Bruins' best offensive performance of the season vs the Islanders, the strong showings by Charlie Coyle and James van Reimsdyk and the latest Bruins' injury news. 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 239The Skate Pod, Ep. 239: Beecher, Lohrei Score First NHL Goals in Win vs Dallas
Assessing the highs and lows of Mason Lohrei's first three NHL games. What the Bruins' fourth line has been able to bring to the team. Answering your Draisaitl trade talk 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
The Highs and Lows of Lohrei's First Three Games
Ep 239, pt 1: We analyze the strengths of the Bruins' bottom six. Plus, what talents Lohrei has shown in his first three games and what he still has to work on to maintain his spot in the 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
How Bruins Compare to Top Teams; Answering Draisaitl Trade Questions
Ep 239, pt 3: What we know about the Bruins after getting wins against both weaker and tougher opponents. Plus, we go through some of the questions about the hypothetical Bruins' trade package to get Draisaitl, why each team should be wary of it and what other packages would make more sense. 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 Lohrei Has to Do to Stay in Boston; Where Poitras Fits Best
Ep 239, pt 2: Where Lohrei, Mitchell and Wotherspoon stand after three games with Boston. Assessing Poitras' time on the third line and if that's the best usage of his skillset. 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
Stars-Bruins Preview | 'Spits & Suds'
bonusFrom 'Spits & Suds Podcast' (subscribe here): It's a Stars-Bruins Preview or as we like to call them, Spits and Suds One Timer's as we welcome Scott McLaughlin of Audacy's 'The Skate Podcast'. Two of the top teams in the NHL go at it Monday night and we get you ready with a full preview. 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 238The Skate Pod, Ep. 238: Reasons for Bruins' First Loss in Detroit
What players had tough games in Detroit. Which Bruins' defenseman should have a chance to stick around in Grzelcyk's absence. Do you agree or disagree with this proposed trade package for Leon Draisaitl? 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' Defense Cracks in Loss to Detroit
Ep 238, pt 1: Is there reason to be concerned about the Bruins' replacements on defense? Accessing Lohrei, Wotherspoon and Mitchell against Detroit. 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
Assessing Poitras, the Power Play and Officiating in Bruins' Loss to Detroit
Ep 238, pt 2: Going through which forwards had good games against Detroit. Key differences between the Bruins' power play with Bergeron vs with Zacha. How officiating affected the Bruins-Detroit 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
Thoughts on a Trade Proposal That Would Bring Draisaitl to Boston
Ep 238, pt 3: Would the Bruins consider moving away from a goalie rotation and trade a goalie mid-season? Do you agree or disagree with this proposed trade package for Leon Draisaitl? 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 237The Skate Pod, Ep. 237: Lohrei Impresses in NHL Debut
Assessing how the three defensive call-ups including Mason Lohrei played in the absence of McAvoy, Grzelcyk and Forbort. Who's up and who's down after the Bruins shootout win against Toronto. 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
How Lohrei, DeBrusk, Heinen Performed against Toronto
How Mason Lohrei, Jake DeBrusk, Danton Heinen and others factored into the Bruins' shootout win over Toronto. What happened to Tyler Bertuzzi? 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 Bruins' Defense Withstand Absence of Three Key Missing Players?
We discuss the uphill battle the Bruins' defense is facing with injuries to Forbort and Grzelcyk as well as McAvoy's time out for suspension. How Mason Lohrei can factor into the Bruins' success without those key players. 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
Pastrnak, DeBrusk Contribute to Bruins' Win vs Toronto
Where Pastrnak, Poitras, DeBrusk and McAvoy factor into out segment of "Who's Up, Who's Down," in the Bruins' win over Toronto. 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 236The Skate Pod, Ep. 236: Poitras Stays in Boston; McAvoy Gets Suspended
Discussing what makes the Bruins' decision to keep Poitras in Boston so important. Why a 4-game suspension for Charlie McAvoy makes sense. Updates on Danton Heinen, the Matt Grzelcyk injury and what it means for Mason Lohrei. 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
How Bruins Keeping Poitras Enhances Their Cup Hopes
Ep 236, pt 1: Our first shifts relating to the Bruins' new issues on defense, how they've played through the first month of the season and what keeping Matt Poitras means for Boston's depth and playoff hopes. 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 Zacha Contribute More as a Center or a Winger?
Ep 236, pt 2: Discussing different top-six line combinations and the pros and cons of moving Pavel Zacha back to the wing. 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 Grzelcyk Injury and McAvoy Suspension Means for Bruins Defense
Ep 236, pt 3: Why McAvoy deserved a four game suspension. The latest timeline on Matt Grzelcyk's upper-body injury. What Mason Lohrei can do with an opportunity in Boston for the first 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
What Bruins Have Proven in First Month of Season
Ep 236, pt 4: What has made the Bruins so successful in the first month of the season and what they can build on going forward. Plus, assessing Danton Heinen's first game and what role he could 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 235The Skate Pod, Ep. 235: Pastrnak's Hot Start Lifts Bruins to 7th Win
Discussing Pastrnak's hot start and where supplemental scoring needs to start coming from. Where Matt Poitras stands as he enters the final game of his 'tryout' period. The biggest tricks and treats of the Bruins' season so far. 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
Are the Bruins Too Reliant on Pastrnak for Offense?
Are the Bruins too reliant on Pastrnak for offense? Will Jake DeBrusk get going soon? Does Matt Poitras drive the second 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
Where Poitras Stands with One Game Left in His 'Tryout'
Is there any reason at all that Matt Poitras wouldn't last past his nine-day 'tryout' 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
Tricks and Treats of This Bruins' Season so Far
Can the Bruins remain the top team in the division by the end of the season? Assessing the Bruins' goaltending, PK, Lindholm, Heinen and more in our Halloween 'trick or treat' 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
The Skate Pod, Ep. 234: Bruins blow lead vs. Ducks, finally lose their first game
Breaking down the Bruins' first loss of the season, in which they blew a late lead against the Ducks. Looking at Boston's 5-on-5 offense and power play, as well as the play Hampus Lindholm and our ups and and downs of the week. 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
Does Bruins' historic start to 2023 season mean anything?
Ep 233, pt 2: Our thoughts on the Bruins' record-tying six-game win streak and the narratives surrounding 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
Latest on Lucic and Lauko Injuries and What It Means for Heinen
Ep 233, pt 3: We give our thoughts on the 'NHL RedZone' style show that ESPN ran last night, our expectations for Pavel Zacha and thoughts on how Bruins' injuries could spark them to sign Danton Heinen. 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. 233: Poitras Scores Again in Bruins' Sixth-Straight Win
Analyzing the Bruins' win in Chicago. Could Matt Poitras win the Calder Trophy? What the historic six-game win streak means for the Bruins. Plus, our thoughts on ESPN's 'NHL Redzone' style show from last night. 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
Ep 232The Skate Pod, Ep. 232: Poitras Solidifies Spot with Two-Goal Game
Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' wins against the LA Kings and Anaheim Ducks. What contributions Matt Poitras has made on the Bruins' road trip. Will Jake DeBrusk's off-the-ice mistake affect his contract negotiations? And, the latest on the injuries to Milan Lucic and Derek Forbort. 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
Ep 231The Skate Pod, Ep. 231: Bruins Stay Undefeated in San Jose
Our first installment of "Who's Up, Who's Down?" of the season, featuring the two players we think have outperformed expectations through the first three games of the season and one who has not. Plus, our thoughts on the combination of Machand-Poitras-Geekie and whether or not Geekie is fit for a top-six role in Boston. 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
Ep 230The Skate Pod, Ep. 230: Mailbag Answers on Heinen, Poitras, Lohrei, Grzelcyk and More
We get to recent listener questions about what the future holds for Matt Poitras and Mason Lohrei this season. Plus, if the Bruins should use their resources this offseason to sign a center, winger or defenseman. And a quick fashion segment regarding this year's Duck's uniforms. 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
Analyzing Some Major Changes in Bruins' Practice Lines
Ep 230, pt 1: What this week's practice lines mean for Matt Poitras, Charlie Coyle and Jake DeBrusk. Plus, with Heinen still practicing with the Bruins, we go over what Don Sweeney could be waiting for before signing him. 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 Poitras Play with Pastrnak & Should Lohrei Play with Carlo?
Ep 230, pt 2: Would Matt Poitras and David Pastrnak work well together on the Bruins' top line? What the Bruins D group would look like if you inserted Mason Lohrei alongside Brandon Carlo. 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 Toronto Be Too Much for Bruins to Handle in Playoffs?
Ep 230, pt 3: Answering the listener question: do the Bruins have a chance at beating Toronto in the playoffs? What players in Providence are closest to ready for the NHL? Plus, a fashion segment on the 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
Is it Too Soon to Switch Coyle and Poitras?
Ep 229, pt 1: Our first shifts include thoughts on James van Riemsdyk, the strength of Bruins' special teams and whether Matt Poitras is more suited to play on the second line than Charlie Coyle. 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 We Learned in Bruins' Large Sample of Special Teams
Ep 229, pt 2: Assessing the Bruins power play and penalty kill after a large sample of special teams play in Game 2. What netfront options work best 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
Which Bruins Are Due for a Good Road Trip?
Ep 229, pt 3: Brian brings up one player he's like to see more from the rest of the season. Which players we think are ready to put up points as the Bruins head on a four-game road trip against weaker opponents. Plus, Scott's contribution to the Bruins' Centennial Team selection committee. 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 229The Skate Pod, Ep. 229: Game 2 Win Highlights Bruins' Special Teams
What we learned about this year's Bruins' power-play units and penalty kill in the first two games of the season? Is it time to swap Matt Poitras and Charlie Coyle? Plus, thoughts on who we'd like to see get more involved in the offense and whose offense is ready to break out on the Bruins' upcoming road trip. 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
Ep 228The Skate Pod, Ep. 228: Bruins Win in Centennial-Season Opener
Analyzing Matt Poitras and Johnny Beecher in their first games. How optimistic should we be about the Bruins' bottom-six forwards this season? Thoughts on special teams, Lucic's return and who got snubbed on the Bruins' powerplay. 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
Guest Poitras on His Journey to NHL, Mindset and Goals
Ep 227, pt 1: Hear what he had to say about his journey to the pros, his mindset and his plans to get bigger. Plus, how he feels about his NHL debut and being in 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
What Would Constitute a Successful 2023-24 Season for the Bruins
Ep 227, pt 2: How far would the Bruins have to go for their season to be considered a success? Plus, other signs that the future of the Bruins is on the right trajectory. 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
Latest on Heinen Contract Situation; 7th-Player Award Predictions
Ep 227, pt 3: We go through the latest timeline on a contract for Danton Heinen who remains with the team. Our predictions for 7th-Player Award. 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 227The Skate Pod, Ep. 227: An Exclusive Interview with Matt Poitras before His NHL Debut
Bridgette and Scott speak with Matthew Poitras ahead of his NHL debut on Wednesday. Hear what he had to say about his journey to the pros, his mindset and his plans to get bigger. What's going on with Danton Heinen. Plus, our season predictions for 7th-Player Award and what would define a successful season for the Bruins in 2023-24. 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
Reacting to Mason Lohrei Being Sent to Providence
Bridgette and Scott react to the breaking news that Mason Lohrei missed the final cut to start the season in Boston. We go through the main reasons he was sent down. 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 226The Skate Pod, Ep. 226: Bruins Season Predictions and Media Day Takeaways
We start with the breaking news that Mason Lohrei was assigned to Providence as the Bruins cut down to their opening night roster. Going over the key takeaways from media day including what Don Sweeney and others said about Matt Poitras and Johnny Beecher. Plus, we give our season predictions of NHL standings, conference champions and Stanley Cup hopefuls. 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
Where Poitras, Beecher and Lohrei Stand after Final Preseason Game
Ep 225, pt 1: We give our final assessment of which Bruins' players have earned a spot in Boston to start the season after the final preseason game on Thursday. What Jim Montgomery and Cam Neely said about Mason Lohrei, Matt Poitras and Johnny Beecher and what it means for their chances of making the roster. Where Morgan Geekie is trending towards slotting in on opening night. 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
Predictions for How Much Matthew Poitras Will Impact Bruins This Season
Will Charlie Coyle start out as the Bruins' No. 1 center? Where will Matthew Poitras slot into the Bruins' lineup and will he stick with the Bruins past the first nine games of the 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
Final Thoughts on Who Should Make and Miss the Cut for Bruins' Opening-Night Lineup
Ep 225, pt 3: Did Jesper Boqvist, Patrick Brown, Ian Mitchell and others do enough in preseason to start the season in Boston? What was the most effective fourth line combination in the preseason and will that translate to the Bruins' opening-night 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 225The Skate Pod, Ep. 225: Which Players are a Lock to Make Bruins after Final Preseason Game
Discussing who should make the cut and who will be left behind after the Bruins' final preseason game. Which rookies are a lock to make the team. And, what to expect over the next week in between preseason and regular season action. 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