The Skate Podcast

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the fixable mistakes the Bruins made in their close loss to Tampa Bay. Should Taylor Hall get another chance on the top line. How Pastrnak has shown he's more than just an elite goal scorer. What happened in Jack Edwards' sit down with Pat Maroon. 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 157, pt 3: Linus Ullmark has shown no let down in play even in the Bruins' loss to Tampa Bay. What happened in Jack Edwards' sit down with Pat Maroon? Connor Clifton's fight with Corey Perry. 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 157, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the positive takeaways in the Bruins' loss to Tampa Bay. How David Pastrnak has continued to show his play-making abilities. Assessing Taylor Hall's play while on the top line for the first time 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

Ep 157, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott react to the mistakes made in the Bruins' loss to Tampa Bay and explain what we've learned about how the Bruins would match up against the Lightning in a playoff series. Charlie McAvoy appears to have avoided a serious injury. Did the Bruins beat themselves in the third 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

Ep 156, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the tinkering Jim Montgomery did with the Bruins' lines in their win over the Canadians. Greer gives perspective on his career in an intermission interview at the Bell Centre. 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' effort against the Habs in what was a closer game than anticipated. The latest tinkering with the Bruins' lines. Is Pavel Zacha playing the best he has all season? Some Bruins' goalie-duo comparisons from the past. 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 156, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the Bruins-Canadians match-up and what made it such a close game. Taylor Hall ends his longest goal drought as a Bruin. Bruins have 2 of the hottest goalies in the league. Is Zacha playing his best stretch as a Bruin? 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 156, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott answer the question: how can the Canadians reignite classic Habs-Bruins' rivalry. 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 analyze the Bruins' shutout win over the Sharks, their improved production from defensemen and the challenges they may face on their upcoming five-game road trip before the NHL All-Star 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 155, pt 1: Carlo, McAvoy, Lindholm impact Bruins' win over San Jose. McAvoy updates his health status as he appears to be picking up play. Analyzing how Joona Koppanen has done in the absence of fourth-line center Tomas Nosek. 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 155, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the pros and cons of adding Wagner, McLaughlin, Beecher or Lettieri as Bruins the look to add an extra forward for their road trip. We get an update on where Jake DeBrusk is in his injury recovery, when he could come back and whether he should be resting as long as possible. 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 155, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott take a look at how the Bruins group of defensemen matches up against the rest of the league. What happened to Ullmark's skate? And, the challenges the Bruins will need to overcome on their upcoming five-game road trip. 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

Key takeaways from Bruins back-to-back series vs Islanders and Rangers. Assessing the Brandon Carlo injury and what the Bruins' options are if he misses time. An in depth breakdown of what to believe and what not to believe about the David Pastrnak contract-extension 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 154, pt 1: Recapping key moments of the Bruins wins over the Islanders and Rangers. Can Zboril step up if Carlo misses time with foot injury? Is McAvoy about to turn it up a notch? 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 154, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss options to get Taylor Hall going again as his struggles to produce now date back 14 games. Could Hall go to the top line? Ullmark-Swayman goalie duo stays strong. With Nosek's lingering injury, does it make sense to add depth at center at the trade deadline? Or do they have an internal option? 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 154, pt 3: Bergeron is a beast. Would any Bruins actually be open to load management? What to believe and what not to believe about the Pastrnak contract extension rumors. A debate about the NHL All-Star Game format. 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

In a special Skate Pod & Rich Keefe Show crossover, Bridgette and Keefe discuss his sources latest claims on where the David Pastrnak contract-extension negotiations stand. New details on the Bruins original offer, Pastrnak's agents counter-offer and how close the sides are in money. Follow WEEI's new @richkeefeshow account on Twitter and Instagram. | @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 David Krejci's 1000th career game, all with the Bruins, and how his teammates spoke about him after the game. Covering the Bruins' shutout against the Flyers. Plus, new thoughts on the Pavel Zacha extension, what Don Sweeney should focus on at the trade deadline and what David Pastnak's agent confirmed about his extension talks. 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 153, pt 1: What David Krejci has meant to the Bruins' program since he entered the league, and how important he is for them this season. Going over the Bruins' blowout win over the Flyers for Krejci's 1000th 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

Ep 153, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott put into perspective the Bruins' roster needs for a playoff run and in the future after the Pavel Zacha extension. Would adding a #1 or #2 center like Bo Horvat or Dylan Larkin be worth the cost? And would it even be possible with their cap situation? 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

Pasta's agent confirms progress in extension talks, DeBrusk's injury update, Foligno's hot mic moment and more. 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 and Scott discuss Pavel Zacha's four-year extension on what it means for the Bruins moving forward. 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 discuss the idea, surfaced by some media after the Bruins' loss to Seattle, that there is now a "blueprint" for beating 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. 152, Part 1: Brian and Scott share their biggest takeaways from the Bruins' 4-3 win over 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

Brian and Scott (no Bridgette) break down the Bruins' thrilling 4-3 win over the Maple Leafs and react to the news of Pavel Zacha signing a four-year extension. 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

We talk to Charlie Coyle about the Bruins' dominant season, his special teams play and how he's seen Trent Frederic mature over time. Plus, we ask Coyle who the Bruins' best all-around athlete is after seeing teammates try other sports before the Winter Classic. 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 150, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss Trent Frederic's fire on the Bruins' three-game road trip. Anticipating an increased workload for Jeremy Swayman going forward as the Bruins manage minutes for their goalie duo. A look ahead to the Bruins' schedule over the next three weeks. 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 150, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott give background into David Pastrnak's historic point pace, increasing value and expected contract in Boston or elsewhere. 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 dominate Ducks to cap off perfect road trip. Revisiting the Lindholm trade as he played his former team. What percent chance do the Bruins have of winning the Stanley Cup 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

Brian, Bridgette and Scott analyze the Bruins' dominate play on their three-game California road trip in which David Pastrnak produced at an even higher pace. We talk Bruins' Stanley Cup odds and take a look ahead to what's coming for the Bruins in January and February. 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 149, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the statistics of the Bruins' goalie duo this season and how it compares to the rest of the league. Is Fabian Lysell a good choice to replace Jake DeBrusk on the Bruins' first line with DeBrusk out? 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 149, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott cover the spark Brad Marchand and Trent Frederic added to the Bruins' to energize them in what could have been a let-down game in LA. How close is Marchand to 100%? 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 149, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott provide the details of the DeBrusk injury timetable and what it means for the Bruins' lineup and production. Can the Bruins' second line get things going with Krejci and Hall reunited? 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 evaluate what the injury to Jake DeBrusk means for the Bruins, the lineup shake up it creates and the timetable for his return. Marchand and Frederic's roles in the Bruins' road win over LA. How the Bruins' have successfully utilized their goalie duo. 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 148, pt 3: Bridgette and Scott report on some of the behind-the-scenes stories from the Winter Classic, including when the Bruins decided to arrive in Red Sox uniforms and Chara's run-in with a drone. Plus, how the NHL has created an environment where star players like David Pastrnak can showcase their personalities and attract a larger audience to hockey. 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 148, pt 2: Bridgette and Scott describe the leadership involved from several players in their Bruins' Winter Classic wins. Which players excelled at Fenway and which players had quieter nights. We address Rich Keefe's report that David Pastrnak is close to finalizing an extension to stay in Boston for another eight seasons. 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 148, pt 1: Bridgette and Scott report on the Winter Classic and the festivities around the event. We take a deeper dive into what Jake DeBrusk has gone through to return to being a fan favorite. 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

Bridgette and Scott share their reporting from the Winter Classic -- from the festivities surrounding the game to the results and post-game reaction from players. It's obvious that Jake DeBrusk has fully regained popularity with Boston fans. Which players impressed, which players were leaders and which players faded into the background of the Winter Classic. 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 share their takeaways from the Bruins' shootout loss in Ottawa and win in New Jersey coming out of the Christmas break. Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark both impress in the Bruins' back-to-back on the road. We look into the issues with the Bruins' second line and where they stem from. Plus, what you need to know about the Winter Classic weather, events and matchup. 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 147, pt 2: A deeper look into the play of Trent Frederic and Craig Smith as they show how they can help the team. We go through the troubling stats and decline in performance of the "Czech line" as well as possible fixes. 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 147, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the performances of Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark in the Bruins' back-to-back on the road. Plus, how scheduling effected their games after the holiday break. 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 147, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott analyze the Bruins' defensive pairs, including a change in opinion of the Lindholm-Carlo pairing. Some close brushes with injury for their most injury-prone players. Plus, what you need to know about the Winter Classic weather, events and matchup. 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 Bridgette dissect the Bruins' wins over Winnipeg and New Jersey despite difficult circumstances. Reacting to the Bruins' statement following an independent review of their Mitchell Miller signing. Will weather ruin the Winter Classic? 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 146, pt 3: Reacting to the Bruins' statement following an independent review of their Mitchell Miller signing. Will weather ruin the Winter Classic? 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 146, pt 2: How the Bruins matchup against other teams in the Eastern Conference and the NHL as a whole. Bridgette and Brian go through several "gifts" the Bruins have gotten this season ahead of the Christmas break. 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 146, pt 1: Brian and Bridgette go through the key issues the Bruins faced against Winnipeg and New Jersey, and the contributions from the second line that helped them overcome them. How Swayman and Ullmark helped the Bruins win back-to-back games during a tough part of the schedule. 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 issues the Bruins dealt with in a deceiving 7-3 win over the Florida Panthers. Going through the progression of Carlo and Clifton on offense this season. Is Lindholm or McAvoy the Bruins' best defensemen? Thoughts on Bergeron 1000th point ceremony, Smith Being waived, Swayman vs Columbus, and Ullmark vs Florida. 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 145, pt 1: What factored into the Bruins jumping out to a huge lead against Florida, despite not having one of their best games. What's to blame for the Bruins below-average play the past few games. What Carlo and Clifton have brought to the Bruins offense. 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 145, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott share their thoughts on Bergeron's 100th point ceremony and Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman's performances this week. Plus, what the Bruins' move to waive Craig Smith means for Boston's salary 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

Ep 145, pt 2: What we've noticed about Matt Grzelcyk's play this season. We pose the question: Is Hampus Lindholm the Bruins' best defenseman this season? Or is it still Charlie McAvoy? 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