Inspired by a listener's first NHL game, we decided it would be a good time to talk about our respective first NHL games. We speak with Roxane about her first NHL game that happened this very month in Montreal. We're also talking about Brad's suspension and Charlie's health. This episode was recorded on Sunday January 28th during the All Star Games.
This week VA, Nick, and Tim discuss the play of Tuukka Rask (again), Ryan Spooner, and the amazing play of the Bruins. We wrap up Habs week, compare a Bruins line to a Band/ Van Morrison collaboration, and somehow forget to mention Patrice Bergeron's hat trick. Yes, that's just how great this team is that we forget the awesomeness of Patrice Bergeron.
This week we're talking about the Habs game that was played and looking forward to the next two games this week. What's different about this team? We also lay into a local "humble" "Bruins Insider" for his taunting of the fans about Tuukka Rask. We also go over our preseason predictions at this halfway point of the season.
In this week's episode, the crew catch up on all sorts of Bruins things. VA has some revelations. We throw out some names for the fourth line. And we read some listeners comments.
As we often do, we turn our attention to Brad Marchand. Will he make it to the rafters one day? Why or why not? Geoff and Tim talk cocktails. We all fret over how terrible the schedule is post-Christmas break.
Anthony has been having a difficult time with the negative noise coming from Bruins fans all around him. On this very special episode of Bearly on Topic, we have the full crew take the time to drown out the vocal minority and focus on the positive aspects of this Bruins team. Along for the ride are friends of the BoTcast, Ben and Mandi, to emphasize how well this team is performing and to share some Habenfreude as well.
This week we discuss all manner of surprises: the Bruins playing well, healing up, and the sudden return of David Backes. Tuukka Rask's dad seems like a blast. Philly still sucks. As always we manage to stay Bearly on Topic.
This week we talk about the game against the Devils, the controversial goal from the Penguins game, and Tuukka Rask. What's up with him? Geoff's cat Tuukka Catsk entertains while special guest dog, Vegas sleeps away adorably. Yes, this is a podcast about the Bruins, why do you ask?
This week we talk about David Krejci's glorious return, laugh at the Habs, and talk about the 2019 Winter Classic. Warning: the first 10 minutes we nerd out on comic book superhero movies as part of Timmy's assignment. Are you surprised? We're nerds! There's more...
This week we tackle the idea of the Bruins going in for a tank. Is this talk of premature tankulation merited? Should fans just remain patient? With Geoff's absence, Timmy debuts a new schedule reading segment. As always we wrap it up with Bear Necessities.
In this lightly edited episode, we really nerd out. After discussing the games of the week in vague terms, we talk about very specific Bruins injuries. We add to our Alternate Hockey Universe. Geoff has a real theory about Zach Senyshyn. And as always we have Sex Schedule Reading and Bear Necessities.
This week we discuss the recent visits by Californian hockey teams. We answer a listener's question. Since it's that spooky time of year, we play our version of Trick or Treat with the Bruins players. Timmy gets an assignment. Antics abound. We play (theoretical) Pimp My Ride with Geoff's new car.
This week we discuss the Bruins issues with lesser teams, VA's Hockey Vacation, injuries, problematic players, and Geoff eulogizes Gord Downie.
With VA away, the boys will try to hold down the fort, talking about the uneven start to the season, what exactly is going on with this team in the past week and where this is going. Like the Bruins 17-18 season, this podcast will not be boring
Bruins hockey is back! We're talking about the mounting injuries of this young season, the excitement of the young guys, and we say goodbye to Malcolm Subban. Geoff has a stirring, Vegas -inspired Sexy Schedule Reading. As always we have Bear Necessities.
In this first episode of the third season, VA, Tim, and Anthony discuss the end of training camp and the upcoming season. Who are going to be the team leaders in goals, assists, and points? Where will the Bruins land in the Flortheast and are they playoff bound? What's going on with the young players on the roster? What are the BoTs bold predictions for this season? All these questions and more will be answered. Follow us on Twitter at @BearlyOnTopic and on Facebook @BearlyOnTopicPodcast
In this final episode of Season 2, we discuss the deal of the summer, David Pastrnak's second contract, then get sidetracked by talking about the philosophical changes in the Bruins organization. The gang is excited about training camp and where the young players are going to end up. Finally, we wrap it up with some Sexy Schedule Reading because it's preseason and there are games you can watch even.
In this latest non-demonically possessed episode we get sidetracked by our very own sci-fi NHL storylines but manage to still talk about contracts both existent and non-existent, the TTDW, the Leon Draisaitl deal, and finally we discuss food things because we all were all hungry. Timmy busts down some sports business knowledge and encourages you to vote for the new Portland ECHL team name.
There isn't a lot of news coming from the Bruins right now, however the guys still manage to talk about recent Bruins signings and those who need contracts.
This week we talk about what the Bruins did in free agency and how we feel about that. Tim welcomes an old buddy back to the states. We have much more Minnesota Wild talk than is warranted. Chatter about the Leafs. WTF is up with the Caps? Point and laugh at the Blackhawks. Visit remote Robidas Island. We also learn how to pronounce a P-Bruins player's name. Listen to us stumble through all of that.
This week we have a jam packed episode full of draft talk from both drafts, Bergy's Selke victory, and other Bruins news. We have a plan for how to deal with Habs Week in January. Are you in?
This week we wrap up the Stanley Cup Final, talk about the protection lists of the 30 NHL teams, and briefly discuss the NHL Entry Draft. Other (possibly more important) topics include The Cheese Draft, why Reilly Smith looks like an oven mitt, and the difficult to obtain BOT Trick.
This week we discuss the Stanley Cup Final, the former Bruins from the 2011 Cup winners who have retired this season, the Bjork signing, trade rumours, and the upcoming expansion draft. Who should be protected? Who should be exposed? The rules are kind of complicated.
We're back talking about the Stanley Cup Final and making predictions. We talk about other league news like Steve Ott becoming an assistant coach, jersey changes, and former Bruin Craig Cunningham becoming a scout. At some point we go off the rails with Canada talk (mostly northern Ontario) and we invite you to map that discussion out for us and how we got so far off course.
It's true, we've risen again! This week we're talking about the Bruins and what they should do this offseason. Who should they keep? Who should they say goodbye to? What should they do with the open positions? We speculate about who could step up and talk about what's in the system. We also share some thoughts on the SC Playoffs.
The boys look back at the 2017 season and discuss the highs, the lows, and their favorite memories of the season. They close the show with a special homework assignment from Nick. Do they pass and make it to the next grade? Is Taylor Hall both cursed and blessed? Find out on this episode of Bearly on Topic!
The Boston Bruins playoff run is over and we're doing the post-mortem on the final two games. A note to listeners: we'll still be producing episodes during the summer. The Bruins season may be over but ours is not.
In this episode, the gang talks about the controversies of Games 3 and 4, how much we hate Bobby Ryan, poor officiating, and the ultimate question of the life, the universe, and everything among other things.
Hello Bruins fans. An extra full lineup returns to discuss Games One and Two of the Ottawa Senators-Boston Bruins series. What do we like? How are we doing against the 1-3-1 trap? Is a split series good enough? No matter what, we're doing better than the Chicago Blackhawks.
In this mini episode, the topic is the Bruins- Senators first round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. We discuss key players, key matchups, injuries, and predictions.
