The Skate Podcast

Ep 170, pt 2: Did Sweeney trade for Orlov to replace Grzelcyk? Should Montgomery use Orlov over McAvoy on the Bruins' top power-play unit? How Nosek has looked since returning from injury. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 170, pt 1: What the Bruins can do with Bertuzzi when Hall and Foligno are healthy. Analyzing Montgomery's strategy to rest players in the last 20 games and what call-ups might happen when the Bruins' regulars are out. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss how the Bruins' win over the Rangers, where Bertuzzi slots into the lineup and which players on Boston could use some rest. How the Bruins could add another threat to their quiet powerplay. Why the Bruins' deadline moves could be the most impactful for any team in the Eastern Conference. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss everything that happened with the Bruins in one of the most eventful days for the team. Discussing how Hall and Foligno's injuries factored into the trade for Tyler Bertuzzi. What Pastrnak's extension means for the Bruins ong term. Orlov continues to shine in the Bruins' defensive system against Buffalo. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 169, pt 2: What sticks out about the David Pastrnak extension timeline, term and what it means for the Bruins in the future. Can the Bruins bring back any of their three trade deadline rentals? Analyzing Dmitry Orlov's production, rotation and where he fits best. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 169, pt 1: Analyzing Don Sweeney's successful day after another big trade deadline move and the extension of David Pastrnak. An update on the severity of Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno's injuries and what we know about the injury Brad Marchand suffered against the Sabres. Where Tyler Bertuzzi will fit into the Bruins lineup. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 169, pt 3: Can Bertuzzi and Lauko make up for the Hall and Foligno injuries? Will Taylor Hall really be out for the season? What big moves are yet to be made in the Eastern Conference before Friday's trade deadline? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 168, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the historic accomplishments of Linus Ullmark and the Bruins as they sweep another road trip. What players will need load management as we approach the playoffs. 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 168, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway's impact so far for Boston and which Bruins' defenseman has found himself on the outside looking in. An update on the Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno injuries including what it means for the Bruins being able to add more before the trade deadline closes. 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 168, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott compare the Bruins' trade deadline moves to other big moves in the Eastern Conference. Which teams made the best moves, and one team that has failed to make a big enough splash. Our votes for Bruins' 7th Player award. Quick fashion segment to wrap 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' back-to-back wins vs Edmonton and Calgary. How this road trip turned out to be the best stretch in Linus Ullmark's career. What Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway have already brought to the Bruins' lineup. Montgomery tips his hand as to which Bruins' defensemen could be the odd man out. Updates on the Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno injuries. Ideas for another move the Bruins could make ahead of Friday's trade deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

Sunday Skate, pt 3: Could discipline be an issue with Orlov and Hathaway? Bruins do make a goalie trade. Discussing the other Eastern Conference trades that affect the Bruins, including the landing spot for Patrick Kane. 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

Sunday Skate, pt 2: Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft and Scott McLaughlin debate how the Bruins should handle their defensemen rotation. Does Clifton deserve to remain in the Bruins' lineup over Grzelcyk? 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

Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft joins Scott McLaughlin for Sunday Skate to discuss how the Bruins' trade for Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway fill the Bruins' roster needs. Which Bruins' defensemen will we see taken out of the lineup? Where do the Bruins' trades stack up with other Eastern Conference teams' moves? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

Sunday Skate, pt 1: What former Bruins' goalie Andrew Raycroft thinks about Linus Ullmark's goalie goal. How Don Sweeney's latest addition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway is "exactly what the Bruins needed." Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' addition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway in a surprise move with the Washington Capitals. Where each new player will slot in. We answer the questions: did the Bruins get everything they need and did the Bruins give up too much? How the B's match up against the rest of the best teams in the East after the trade. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down Pastrnak's 40-goal milestone and where he compares to other top players in the NHL. We cover Krejci's 1000th game ceremony, DeBrusk's seamless return and McAvoy's outstanding performance. Why the Bruins shouldn't trade for Gavrikov. Plus, why the Bruins' bottom six could be a playoff x-factor. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 165, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the impressive play of David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy in the team's win over Ottawa. Where DeBrusk thinks his health is after a long layoff with injury. Krejci's 1000th game celebration. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 165, pt 3: Why the Bruins' bottom six could give them an edge in playoff matchups. Are the Bruins tweaking their two-goalie rotation strategy ahead of the playoffs? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 165, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott analyze why the Bruins' shouldn't trade for Vladislav Gavrikov. What potential struggles the Bruins could face on their upcoming four-game road trip. Signs that the Bruins' defense is ramping things up to a new level. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 164, pt 3: Answering listener questions on Taylor Hall and if Don Sweeney made a mistake not going all-in for Bo Horvat. Should the Bruins use an even goalie rotation in the playoffs? 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 164, pt 2: Scott McLaughlin and Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft go through a long list of reasons Swayman should be off the table as an option in a trade package at the deadline. Why you probably won't see the Bruins make a huge splash at the trade deadline. How much better does Ryan O'Reilly make the Maple Leafs? 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

Scott McLaughlin, Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft and Bridgette Proulx kick off the first Sunday Skate of the year by breaking down the Bruins' win over the Islanders, Jake DeBrusk's immediate impact in his return and when the Bruins should start load management. Razor explains why there's no way Don Sweeney will move Jeremy Swayman at the trade deadline. How the Bruins stack up against Toronto and the Rangers after their big trades. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 164, pt 1: Scott McLaughlin and Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft discuss the Bruins win over the Islanders. Why Razor says the Bruins have to make a move at the deadline. How the Bruins playoff path looks considering the new editions to 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 163, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott get into the large number of cons of trading Jeremy Swayman at the trade deadline. What other moves would be better for the Bruins? What player we are most worried about seeing picked up by Toronto or another Eastern Conference contender at the trade deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 163, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the improvements to the Bruins' powerplay, top-line contributions and good performance for Craig Smith against his former team in Nashville. Jake DeBrusk awaits final health clearance. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 163, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss Hampus Lindholm's performance in Nashville and how important he could be to the Bruins' in the playoffs. Analyzing Don Sweeney's most recent trades to judge his most likely strategy at this trade deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the Bruins' win in Nashville including what led to Marchand and Bergeron ending their extended droughts. Could Hampus Lindholm be the Bruins' biggest asset on the back end in the playoffs? Is trading Jeremy Swayman at the deadline truly an option for the Bruins? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' overtime win in Dallas capped off by a David Pastrnak game-winning goal. Analyzing Hall's performance, the Bruins' continued powerplay struggles and the line changes that helped spark the win. Plus, the latest on DeBrusk, Nosek and Bruins' trade rumors. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 162, pt 3: Did Tomas Nosek suffer a setback in his injury recovery? Will the Bruins get Jake DeBrusk back in Nashville? Assessing three of the Bruins' most recent trade rumors. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 162, pt 1: How some third period tinkering with lines sparked the Bruins' comeback in Dallas. What's going on with Marchand and Bergeron's reduced production? Pavel Zacha has another great game. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 162, pt 2: The contributions from the Bruins' bottom six against Dallas. Thoughts on where Craig Smith fits in. What the Bruins can learn from the Stars' 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

From 'Gametime with Boomer Esiason' (subscribe here), This week's guest is Harvard hockey coach and 17 year NHL veteran, Ted Donato 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. 161, Part 3: Brian and Scott look around the rest of the Eastern Conference, including at the Rangers now that they've traded for Vladimir Tarasenko. They also run through some possible Bruins targets. 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. 161, Part 2: Brian and Scott analyze the Bruins' defensive play in their first game back, including Brandon Carlo helping to keep Alex Ovechkin at bay. They also react to Jakob Chychrun being healthy-scratched for "trade-related reasons." 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. 161, Part 1: Brian and Scott discuss the Bruins' offensive struggles against the Capitals and the poor officiating, which Brad Marchand called out after 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

Brian and Scott (no Bridgette) break down the Bruins' loss to the Capitals in their first game back from the All-Star break. They also react to Jakob Chychrun being scratched for "trade-related reasons" and the Bruins apparently being one of the teams in on 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott are joined by former Bruins' goalie Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft to discuss new reporting on an elevated price for David Pastrnak's contract extension and if he thinks it makes sense for the Bruins to trade for Jakob Chychrun or Patrick Kane. Hear what Razor has to say about the rivalry in goalie duos during his time in the league. (p.s. sorry for Brian's fire alarm!!) Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 Andrew Raycroft expands on how the Bruins can come to a deal with David Pastrnak. Plus, why he thinks trading for Jakob Chychrun could be too risky for 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 160, pt 2: Guest Andrew Raycroft thinks adding Patrick Kane might make sense for Bruins. We ask him about Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman's relationship and about some goalie duo tension he dealt with in his career. 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 160, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott react to Razor's thoughts on the David Pastrnak's extension negotiations and potential trades the Bruins could make at the trade deadline. Plus, should the NHL change its playoff format? 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' balanced effort in their win over Toronto. The Bruins show they would have the goaltending advantage in a playoff series against the Leafs. Why a trade for Bo Horvat would have been too risky for the Bruins. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 159, pt 1: Which Bruins chipped in the most in Boston's win over the Leafs. Discussing Brandon Carlo's bounce-back game. How the Bruins' defensemen contributed offensively in the win. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 159, pt 2: How A.J. Greer helped spark the Bruins in a strong third period against Toronto. All of the things that impress us about Pavel Zacha. Which call-up player from Providence has fit in best on the Bruins' fourth line? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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 159, pt 3: Did the Bruins' power play show signs of improvement against Toronto? An update on Jake DeBrusk's timeline to return. Ullmark wins the battle in net against Toronto. Why Bo Horvat would have cost too much for the Bruins. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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

From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here), Cookies was dipping his hand in the cookie jar for this pick between the Bruins and Maple Leafs. Find out which side the guys like on this Daily Dimes episode of Cash the Ticket. 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 158, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the performances of Marc McLaughlin and Craig Smith on the Bruins' road trip. Who's in net against Toronto. Bruins' prospects to watch in the Beanpot. 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 158, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' recent turnover issues. What the Bruins may need to address at the trade deadline in the wake of their three-game losing 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

Ep 158, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss what issues the Bruins have had on their three-game losing streak on the power play, in transition and at the faceoff dot. Has the experiment of putting Taylor Hall on the first line run its course? 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've learned about the Bruins in their three-game losing streak. Could getting Jake DeBrusk back solve the Bruins' power-play issues? A look into the performances of Taylor Hall, David Pastrnak, Craig Smith and Marc McLaughlin against Florida and Carolina. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx 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