The Skate Podcast

In Part 2 of our two-part "Bruins Mock Offseason" series, we debate which players to add in free agency to put together a playoff-caliber roster. We go through what it would take to get Mitch Marner and how a roster would balance out if he was or wasn't the Bruins' big target. Plus, what the Bruins could do to add a top-four defenseman. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Don Sweeney contract extension sidenotes 11:00 - What would a roster look like with Mitch Marner? 41:00 - Which of the top six UFA forward options would fit best with Bruins? 1:02:00 - What to do with Bruins current UFA's? 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 442, pt 1: Estimating Bruins RFA Prices (Mock Offseason Pt 1) To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 442, pt 2: Should Bruins Have Extended Sweeney? 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 Part 1 of our 2-part "Bruins Mock Offseason" series, we play GM and pick the next head coach of the Boston Bruins as well as decide on contracts for each of the Bruins RFAs and which RFAs we won't be extending an offer to. Plus, we talk about the news of Don Sweeney's contract extension that broke during the recoding. (In Part 2, we will fill in the roster with UFAs and trades and make the Bruins' 7th-overall draft pick.) Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Marchand & Panthers advance 16:00 - Bruins sign new goalie prospect 17:50 - Mock offseason GMing starts - we choose a head coach for Bruins 23:00 - We decide on contract extensions for the Bruins 5 RFAs 62:00 - Breaking: Sweeney extension info and statements 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 441, pt 1: Discussing the Panthers-Leafs series and what Bruins fans think of Brad Marchand's chance to win a cup this 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 441, pt 2: Discussing a coaching candidate the Bruins seem to be passing up on. Plus, we talk about the NHL free agents the Bruins are most likely to be interested in and their current 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

Ep 441, pt 3: Discussing Jeremy Swayman's 2 starts for USA and Dans Locmelis's production for Latvia. Plus, what kind of player could Locmelis be as a pro? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing new reports of Boston's wide-ranging coaching search and which candidates are on and off the Bruins' list of interviewees. Plus, has Mitch Marner's value or appeal dropped after having a rough playoff series against Florida? And, checking in on Jeremey Swayman and Dans Locmelis's performances at World Championships. 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

From Ep. 440: Answering listener questions about free agency, including Mitch Marner, Brock Boeser, Nik Ehlers, and potential leaders to target. 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 Ep. 440: Answering listener questions about Fabian Lysell getting scratched in the AHL playoffs, the possibility of trading up in the draft, and the core pieces needed to build a Cup team. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We answer listener questions about Rick Tocchet and the Bruins' coaching search, the end of the Providence Bruins' season, and potential free-agent targets for Boston. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 – Rick Tocchet and Bruins’ coaching search 23:50 – Takeaways from Providence Bruins playoffs 33:40 – Could B’s move up in the draft? 51:50 – What are the essential ingredients to build a Cup team? 59:30 – Can Bruins find a leader in free agency? 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 are joined by prospect analyst Chris Peters of FloHockey for an in-depth discussion on this year's NHL Draft prospect pool and what options the Bruins have at pick No. 7. Plus, checking in on the development of Bruins' prospects like Dean Letourneau and Will Zellers. For more from Chris Peters (Content Manager, FloHockey), follow @chrismpeters on twitter Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Could Bruins get a 1C with 7th-overall pick? 21:00 - Options for Bruins at Pick No. 7 22:00 - Thoughts on Anton Frondell's finish and if he could fall 26:00 - Best center options in Bruins' range 36:00 - Letourneau check in 44 - Will Zellers development 47:00 - 2nd round options To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing where the Bruins will be picking in the upcoming NHL Draft and whether or not a good center option will be available for them in that range. Plus, reacting to comments Don Sweeney made about his approach to the draft and his progress in the Bruins' search for a new head coach. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 437, pt 1: Discussing a few coaching candidates that we haven't discussed before including a former Bruin that may be a good fit for the job. Plus, what's at stake for the Bruins in the Leafs-Panthers series. 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 437, pt 2: Are fans being too hard on Don Sweeney for his free agent acquisitions? Could Marchand return to the Bruins next 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 437, pt 3: Answering mailbag questions regarding Mitch Marner and some younger Bruins' summer development plans. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing the Bruins' coaching search options after the news the Mike Sullivan signed with the Rangers and Jon Cooper is safe with the Lightning. Plus, what's at stake for the Bruins in the Panthers-Leafs second-round series and we answer more viewer questions! Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Leafs v Panthers series 08:00 - More coaching search options for Bruins 17:00 - Mike Sullivan to the Rangers 25:00 - Mailbag starts 26:00 - Are fans too hard on sweeney 37:00 - Could Marchand return to Boston? 49:00 - What will Mitch Marner's price tag be in free agency? 1:01:00 - Is it good for Dans Locmelis to leave Providence for Worlds?1:07:00 - Jon Cooper staying in Tampa Bay 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 436, pt 2: We go through the best available centers in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft in a mock draft 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

Ep 436, pt 3: Debating what the Bruins schould do if they were drafting in the top-2 positions of the NHL Draft. Plus, how big of a gap is there between Matt Schaefer and Michael Misa as the best players in the draft? 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 436, pt 1: We talk about the series we've found most entertaining so far in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup 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

We hope you enjoy our mock draft episode! We run the "Tankathon" draft lottery simulation then select the top 9 picks of the first round including an in depth look at which players the Bruins could add. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Notable NHL playoff moments so far 12:00 - We start our mock draft with lottery simulation & picks 25:00 - Bruins options at pick No. 5 1:07:00 - Schaefer vs Misa debate 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 435, pt 1: Is ownership underestimating the anger of Bruins fans? Would Edmonton trade for Swayman? Checking in on the Providence Bruins' playoff run. 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 435, pt 2: Answering your mailbag questions including: Is it dangerous to have a 'lame duck' GM? And, why are young players not getting more of a chance 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

Ep 435, pt 3: Discussing Zdeno Chara's role with the Bruins and what Mike Sullivan leaving Pittsburg could mean for the Bruins' coaching search. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing the lingering anger of Bruins fans after management's press conference, the breaking news that Mike Sullivan is leaving Pittsburg and your mailbag questions! Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Is ownership underestimating the anger of Bruins fans? 05:00 - Would Edmonton trade for Swayman? 19:00 - Mailbag begins 24:00 - Young players not getting chances in Boston 33:00 - What will Zdeno Chara's role be next season? 38:00 - Breaking: Mike Sullivan leaving Penguins 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 430, pt 3: Discussing the Bruins' press conference tone, Sweeney's thoughts on Swayman's usage next season and ownership's thoughts on the job Neely and Sweeney have done. 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 434, pt 2: We go through what Cam Neely said about a contract extension for Don Sweeney and what management said they're looking for in the Bruins' head coaching search. 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 434, pt 3: News about a new contract for Morgan Geekie, who requires off-season surgeries and what management said about prioritizing a winger. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing what was said by Charlie Jacobs, Cam Neely and Don Sweeney at Wednesday's end-of-season press conference. We go through what Neely said about a contract extension for Sweeney, what Sweeney is looking for in his head coaching search and changes to the goalie rotation next season. And, news about a new contract for Morgan Geekie, who requires off-season surgeries and what management said about prioritizing a winger. 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

Mailbag: Projecting Geekie's Contract AAV and Length 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

Mailbag: Where do Poitras, Minten and others fit into Bruins' logjam at center? Reacting to Charlie Jacobs comments about Jim Montgomery. 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

Mailbag: Is Swayman like Aaron Rodgers? Would the Leafs trade Nylander to Boston to sign Marner? How is Don Sweeney perceived 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

We answer your questions on: the Bruins' goaltending situation next season, Charlie Jacobs' putting blame on Jim Montgomery, a projection for Morgan Geekie's contract, the Bruins' logjam of centers, Don Sweeney's perception around the league and more. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Playoff thoughts 10:00 - Mailbag begins 13:00 - Geekie projected contract 28:00 - Korpisalo, DiPietro, Swayman questions 33:00 - Where do Poitras, Minten and others fit into Bruins' logjam at center? 44:00 - Jacobs puts blame on Montgomery 1:06:00 - How is Sweeney perceived by his peers? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing the key takeaways from Bruins' breakup day including several injury updates and comments from Swayman and Bruins' leadership. Breaking down the Bruins' final draft lottery odds. Plus, we play the game "Swayman Quote or Fortune Cookie Note?" Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Are there early indications that Pastrnak will be the next captain? 05:12 - Injury updates 20:22 - Final draft lottery odds 41:18 - "Swayman Quote or Fortune Cookie Note?" 1:03:10 - Zadorov comments on ownership 1:19:22 - Offseason positives To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing Charlie Jacobs' statement about the future of the franchise. What would a successful season look like for the Bruins next year? Does ownership have the appetite to go for a big fish in free agency? Plus, we go through the most important storylines to follow this offseason. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Updating draft odds after Bruins lose game 82 in overtime 07:00 - Charlie Jacobs' statement 26:00 - How many holes do Bruins have to fill this offseason? 39:00 - Does ownership have the appetite to go for a big fish in free agency? 49:00 - Most important storylines to follow this offseason To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 430, pt 1: Lysell scores 1st NHL goal, Bruins call up more rookies, Brian talks best and worst case draft lottery scenarios. 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 430, pt 2: Discussing some of the Bruins' young players who have shown signs they can handle 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 430, pt 3: Discussing what production from the Bruins first line could look like next season if Elias Lindholm, Morgan Geekie and David Pastrnak continue to mesh well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing the Bruins' latest round of call-ups from Providence and which young players have made the best case for themselves to be on the roster next season. What's the ceiling for Elias Lindholm next season? Is a front-office resignation coming Wednesday? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Bruins make more call-ups 17:00 - Lysell makes more progress against Penguins 42:00 - What's the ceiling for Elias Lindholm next season? 74:00 - Is a front-office resignation coming Wednesday? 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 our last episode of Sunday Skate for the season, we discuss where things went wrong this year, what the Bruins' offseason has to look like if they're going to bounce back and some closing thoughts on the season Jeremy Swayman has had in his first year as the primary starter. Plus, who the Bruins could target as their next head coach and who they might want to add in free agency and in the draft. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing a range of subjects including: 00:00 - BU is heading to National Championship Game 08:00 - Sweeney's comments on young players 16:00 - Lohrei's defensive struggles 35:00 - Pastrnak is a top-5 scorer in the NHL again 42:00 - Bruins 3 Stars Award winners 46:00 - Current draft lottery percentages & Scotts favorite center option 57:00 - Fashion Segment: Next year's jerseys leaked Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 427, pt 1: Discussing a few big milestones Bruins hit this week and reflecting on Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's goal record. 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 427, pt 2: Discussing the contributions of Fabian Lysell and Fraser Minten and what their recent play means for their future in Boston next 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 427, pt 3: Discussing the season Morgan Geekie has had and what options the Bruins have to keep him in the offseason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussing some big milestones and firsts for players in the Bruins' 7-2 win over the Devils. Was it Fabian Lysell and Fraser Minten's best games with Boston? Plus, reflecting on Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's goal record. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Bruins milestones and firsts 9:15 - Ovechkin breaks Gretzky's goal-scoring record 23:00 - Was this Lysell's best game? 34:00 - Minten gets his 1st NHL goal 44:00 - Geekie 30-goal milestone 58:00 - Results of our Bruins draft 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 426, pt 1: Discussing the success of the Bruins line of Geekie-Lindholm-Pastrnak and the lack of production from the rest of the team. Plus, analyzing Fraser Minten's game and what he could be in the future. 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 426, pt 2: Going through how the Bruins' lines could look next year based on performances from young players, current roster holes and who might be gone. Plus, considering Mitch Marner as a potential option to bolster the Bruins' top-six forward group. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 426, pt 3: What's at stake in the Bruins' final four games in terms of draft position, confidence and seeing what they have for the future. 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

Taking a look at Pastrnak and the first line's high production rate while the rest of the roster struggles to score. Discussing how the Bruins' recent results have effected their draft position. Plus, projecting what the Bruins' lineup might look like next year and what gaps they most need to fill in the offseason. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Pastrnak nears 100 points 09:30 - Projecting Khusnadinov & Minten's future in Boston 20:00 - What could Bruins lines look like next year? 38:00 - Could Marner fit into Bruins' top-six forward group? 41:00 - What's at stake in the Bruins' final 4 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

(Sunday Skate) Discussing the first line's contributions to the Bruins win over Carolina that ended the teams 10-game losing streak. Razor answers our goalie questions pertaining to Swayman, the Bruins goalie pipeline and Ovechkin's chase to break Gretzky's goal record. Plus, we talk about the projections of Fabian Lysell and Fraser Minten after his Bruins debut. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Bruins end 10-game losing streak 15:34 - Pastrnak makes history & shows leadership ability 32:59 - What you need to know about Fraser Minten 43:30 - Where does Fabian Lysell stand in Bruins organization? 55:13 - Goalie questions with Razor 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