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The Hockey Hub

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This is the ultimate hockey podcast taking a deep dive into the sport with a focus on the Bruins and the NHL. With a combination of players, coaches and media members, we give you top of line guests and satisfy your hunger for hockey. We'll also go inside the PWHL and college hockey to fulfill all of your hockey needs.
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How Does Charlie McAvoy’s Injury Impact The Bruins? (Clip)

Charlie McAvoy missing time could be detrimental for the Bruins season. The team returns to play on February 22nd vs the Ducks. McAvoy suffered an upper body injury during the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament and it’s unknown when he will be able to return to the ice. Kasey Hudson and Andy Brickley break down how McAvoy’s injury could impact the Bruins and how it could change Boston’s plans for the NHL trade deadline. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https...

Feb 19, 202519 minSeason 1Ep. 39

Jeremy Roenick Becoming A Hall Of Famer & Representing USA (Clip)

USA hockey legend Jeremy Roenick finally was enshrined to the Hockey Hall of Fame as a member of the 2024 class. The Massachusetts native joins Kasey Hudson to discuss what it means to Roenick to be called a hall of famer and having the opportunity to represent his home commentary during international tournaments. Plus, Roenick gives his take on the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament and how the Tkachuk brothers, Brady and Matthew embody what hockey mentality is all about. GET NESN 360: https://nesn....

Feb 18, 202525 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Team USA’s Hard Work Will Always Beat Talent Like Team Canada Says Jeremy Roenick || Ep. 38

Team Canada is full of talent with players like Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby but Hockey Hall of Famer Jeremy Roenick believes a hard working team like the USA will always overcome talent in a tournament such as the 4 Nations Face-Off. Roenick joins Kasey Hudson to break down how Team USA is the most well balanced and hardest working team in the 4 Nations tournament. Plus, how Brady and Matthew Tkachuk perfectly embody what hockey mentality is all about and what it meant to ...

Feb 18, 202553 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Bruins Need To Reestablish Their Identity || Ep. 37

The 2024-25 Bruins were built to be a strong defensive team with good goaltending and opportune scorers that other teams would hate to play against. But after an up and down season the Bruins find themselves outside of the playoff picture with 25 games to play. Adam Pellerin and Barry Pederson discuss how the Bruins need to get back to basics in order to reestablish their identity in time for a playoff push. Also, Kasey Hudson joins Adam to preview team USA’s first game of the 4 Nations Face-Off...

Feb 13, 202554 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Barry Pederson Says Bruins Need To Go Back To Basics (Clip)

With only 25 games left in the Bruins season and the team on the outside of the playoff picture, former Bruin Barry Pederson explains to Adam Pellerin how the only way Boston can save their season is to simply get back to basics. Barry gives his thoughts on the current state of the team, how David Pastrnak was able to turn his season around and how the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament can help prepare Elias Lindholm, Charlie McAvoy, Brad Marchand, and Jeremey Swayman for the final stretch of the NH...

Feb 13, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 37

4 Nations Face-Off: Team USA vs Team Finland Preview (Clip)

Team USA faces Team Finland in their first game of the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament; A game highlighted by star players such as Auston Matthews, Charlie McAvoy, Jack Eichel, Aleksander Barkov and Mikko Rantanen. Adam Pellerin and Kasey Hudson break down what to expect from this international matchup and how both teams plan to best use their superstar talent. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN...

Feb 13, 202514 minSeason 1Ep. 37

What Should The Bruins Do At Trade Deadline? (Clip)

Should the Bruins look to make roster improvements or trade away players like Trent Frederic and even Brad Marchand? Adam Pellerin and Judd Sirott discuss what the Bruins options are for the NHL Trade Deadline as they enter the league-wide break for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament outside of a playoff spot. Plus, a look at the possibility of calling up prospects like Georgii Merkulov and Fabian Lysell. For the full episode of The Hockey Hub, click here: GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-...

Feb 11, 202517 minSeason 1Ep. 36

What Kind Of Team Are The Bruins? || Ep. 36

Bruins enter the NHL break for the the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament outside of a playoff spot with only 25 games left in their season. Given the way Boston has played this season are they the kind of team ready to make a push for the playoffs? Adam Pellerin and Judd Sirott discuss the type of team the Bruins truly are and what the mindset of David Pastrnak and the rest of Joe Sacco’s group needs to have coming out of the NHl break. Plus, the guys discuss what the Bruins could do at the NHL trad...

Feb 11, 202553 minSeason 1Ep. 36

BC Head Coach Greg Brown talks Beanpot Championship, Teddy Stiga & #DeanPot (Clip)

Before Boston College and Boston University battle it out for the 72nd Dunkin’ Men’s Beanpot Championship. BC men’s hockey head coach Greg Brown joins George Balekji to discuss the Championship game and how his team is getting ready for a National Title run. Plus, coach Brown speaks to the ongoing development of freshmen players Teddy Stiga and Bruins’ prospect Dean Letourneau. For the full episode of The Hockey Hub, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-t0gfDOKxEg GET NESN 360: https://n...

Feb 06, 202517 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Men’s Beanpot Championship: Boston College vs Boston University Preview || Ep. 35

#1 Boston College will face #8 Boston University in the 72nd Dunkin’ Men’s Beanpot Championship Game on Monday, February 17th at the TD Garden in Boston, MA. Adam Pellerin and George Balekji break down the historic 23rd battle of Comm. Ave for the Beanpot title with an in depth look at both schools. Plus, interviews with BU men’s hockey head coach Jay Pandolfo, BC freshman Teddy Stiga and BC men’s hockey head coach Greg Brown on the upcoming championship game. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/down...

Feb 06, 202554 minSeason 1Ep. 35

4 Nations Face-Off Is Bringing Back Competition That Hockey Needs (Clip)

The 4 Nations Face-Off tournament is bringing back something that the hockey world has been sorely missing. The return of international competition featuring the best players of the sport battling it out. With the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament set to begin on February 12th, Adam Pellerin, Andy Brickley and Judd Sirott preview the tournament and discuss how other sports can learn from the NHL to adapt more interesting in-season events aside from All-Star games. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/down...

Feb 04, 202514 minSeason 1Ep. 34

David Pastrnak’s Hot Streak Is Propelling Everyone On The Bruins, Power Play Improvement, The Best vs The Best in 4 Nations Face-Off || Ep. 34

David Pastrnak has been the hottest player in the NHL since the start of 2025 and his hard work has been rubbing off on his fellow teammates. Has seen during the Bruins 6-3 win vs the Rangers on Saturday where Boston had 10 different players with points. Adam Pellerin, Andy Brickley and Judd Sirott discuss how Pastrnak has been able to elevate his game during his hot streak and how players like Matthew Poitras and Pavel Zacha have been able to improve with him. Plus, the guys break down how the ...

Feb 04, 202553 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Bruins In Need Of Points As Road Struggles Continue & Five Games Left Before Break For 4 Nations Face-Off || Ep. 33

Bruins’ road struggles continue as they drop their 9th road game out of their last 10 during a 7-2 loss vs the Sabres in Buffalo on Monday. With Boston currently battling for Wild Card positioning in the standings these road game issues continue to be problematic for the Bruins’ push for the Stanley Cup playoffs. Adam Pellerin and Andy Brickley break down what went wrong in Buffalo for the Bruins and identify areas of their game that the team can improve upon in order to have more success away f...

Jan 30, 202553 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Charlie McAvoy & Hampus Lindholm Could Be Nearing Return To The Lineup (Clip)

Charlie McAvoy and Hampus Lindholm were both at practice recently in regular practice jerseys. Which indicates both injured defensemen could be nearing a return to the lineup. Adam Pellerin and Judd Sirott discuss what kind of boost a returning McAvoy and Lindholm would provide for the Bruins defense as they make a push for the Stanley Cup playoffs. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook:...

Jan 28, 202513 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Geekie, Zacha, Pastrnak Line Is A Goal Scoring Force, McAvoy & Hampus Lindholm Nearing Return || Ep. 32

Bruins top line made of Morgan Geekie, Pavel Zacha and David Pastrnak have been on a scoring spree for the team as of late. Recording 15 of the Bruins 27 goals in their last 7 games. Adam Pellerin and Judd Sirott discuss how the trio’s chemistry is the driving force behind their recent hot streak. Also, Charlie McAvoy and Hampus Lindholm were both at practice recently in regular practice jerseys, indicating the defensemen could be nearing a return to the lineup. Adam and Judd discuss what kind o...

Jan 28, 202554 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Men’s Beanpot Preview: Northeastern Goes For Three-Peat, Best of Brad Park & Shawn Thornton Interviews || Ep. 31

Northeastern was able to secure one three-peat already as the women’s team beat Boston University to capture the women’s Beanpot championship for the third straight year. Now the men’s team will look to do the same as the men’s Beanpot kicks off on February 3rd. Adam Pellerin and George Balekji get you ready with an in depth look at Boston College, Boston University, Harvard and Northeastern. Including what head coaches Greg Brown, Jay Pandolfo, Ted Donato, and Jerry Keefe had to say about the y...

Jan 23, 202553 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Bruins Puck Luck Turning Around With 3rd Win In Last 4 Games, David Pastrnak Feel Confident, Women's Beanpot Championship Preview || Ep. 30

Bruins have won 3 out their last 4 games after coming back to beat the Sharks 6-3 on Monday. Adam Pellerin and Dale Arnold react to the Bruins win and discuss how they can keep this hot streak going. Plus, with David Pastrnak seemingly on top of his game again, the guys break down what has been working for the star winger as of late. Also, Natalie Noury and George Balekji preview the Women’s Beanpot championship game between Boston University vs Northeastern. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/downl...

Jan 21, 202554 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Jeremy Swayman, David Pastrnak & The Bruins Building Momentum, How Matthew Poitras Stays In NHL, Keep Starting Swayman || Ep. 29

Jeremy Swayman, David Pastrnak and Pavel Zacha were just some of the players to shine in the Bruins full team effort win vs the Lightning. Adam Pellerin and Judd Sirott discuss how Boston's fast start paved the way for a dominating 6-2 win vs Tampa Bay. Plus, how the Bruins can keep building off their last 2 games as they gear up for upcoming games vs the Senators, Sharks, Devils, and Avalanche. Also, the guys give their reasons as to why Swayman should continue to own the crease over the next s...

Jan 16, 202556 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Bruins End Losing Streak With Win vs Panthers, Successful Mom's Trip, Bruins-Lighting Rematch, Women's Beanpot Preview || Ep. 28

The Bruins beat the Panthers in overtime to end their 6-game losing streak thanks in large part to the play of Jeremy Swayman and a 2-goal performance from David Pastrnak. Adam Pellerin and Andy Brickley recap the wild overtime game and share stories from a successful mother’s trip. Plus, the guys weigh in on the drama centered around Brad Marchand and Pastrnak’s relationship and preview the Bruins next game as they look for revenge vs the Lightning. Lastly, Natalie Noury joins the show to previ...

Jan 14, 202554 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Bruins Look To Build New Identity As Losing Streak Hits 5 Games (Clip)

The Bruins look to change things up as their losing streak moves to 5 games after a 4-0 loss to Connor McDavid and the Oilers. Adam Pellerin and Judd Sirott dive into how the Bruins really have been playing since the holiday break and how the team can build a new identity starting with a game against Nikita Kucherov and the Lightning. For the full episode of The Hockey Hub, click here: https://youtube.com/live/tlRweQI-eaY?feature=share GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscr...

Jan 09, 202514 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Bruins Travel To Florida To Face Lightning & Panthers, Bruins' Mother's Trip, Women's Beanpot Preview With Harvard & BC || Ep. 27

The Bruins are set to face the Lightning and Panthers in Florida as Boston looks to put an end to their season-high 5-game losing streak. Adam Pellerin and Judd Sirott preview the matchups and discuss what the Bruins need to do to get back in the win column. Plus, the Bruins have backup on this road trip as the player’s mothers will be on hand and are already having a blast with their sons. Lastly, Laura Stickells continues her Women's Beanpot coverage as she sits down with Boston College's Abby...

Jan 09, 202554 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Can Bruins End Losing Streak vs McDavid & Oilers? Pastrnak Locked In, Women's Beanpot Preview With Northeastern & BU || Ep. 26

Bruins look to end a 4-game losing streak as they host Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and the rest of the Oilers. Adam Pellerin and Andy Brickley look back at the Bruins losing streak to figure out what improvements Boston needs to make before facing Edmonton and how David Pastrnak is proving he is all in after back-to-back 2-goal games. Plus, with the Women's Beanpot fast approaching, Laura Stickells sits down with Northeastern’s Skylar Irving, and Boston University’s Julia Shaunessy and Maggie...

Jan 07, 202555 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Best of Bruins Legend Interviews: Patrice Bergeron, Brad Park, Rick Middleton || Ep. 25

Take a look back at some of the best interviews with legendary Bruins that Adam Pellerin, Judd Sirott and Andy Brickley had the pleasure of hosting this past year. Including Hockey Hall of Famer Brad Park, Bruins legend Rick Middleton, 2011 Stanley Cup champions Shawn Thornton and Patrice Bergeron. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://w...

Jan 02, 202556 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Best of Hockey East Coach Interviews || Ep. 24

Hockey East is one of the toughest conferences in all of college hockey with some of today’s greatest coaches in the sport. Revisit some of the many Men and Women head coaches that Billy Jaffe and Natalie Noury had the pleasure of hosting throughout the 2023-24 Hockey East season. Including Providence’s Nate Leaman, UNH’s Hilary Witt, Maine’s Ben Barr, BU’s Jay Pandolfo and Tara Watchorn. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twi...

Dec 31, 202456 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Best of Bruins Centennial Celebration & Interviews || Ep. 23

From drone video throughout the TD Garden to the passing of the torch pregame ceremony that featured Bruins legends like Bobby Orr, Ray Bourque, and Patrice Bergeron. Revisit the greatest moments from the Bruins Centennial game celebrations through the eyes of Adam Pellerin, Judd Sirott and Andy Brickley. Along with many legendary Bruins like Rick Middleton, Terry O'Reilly, Willie O’Ree, Wayne Cashman and Johnny Bucyk. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: h...

Dec 26, 202454 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Best of Morgan Geekie, Andrew Peeke, Joe Sacco & Kevin Stevens Interviews || Ep. 22

Take a look back at some of the best players and coaches interviews that Adam Pellerin, Judd Sirott and Andy Brickley had the pleasure of hosting this past year. Including Bruins forward Morgan Geekie wanting the team to play more Bruins style of hockey, Bruins defenseman Andrew Peeke loving life in Boston, Bruins interim head coach Joe Sacco on his career goals and Penguins legend Kevin Stevens on what it was like playing with hall of famer Mario Lemieux. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download...

Dec 24, 202454 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Bruins OT Thriller vs Flames, Bruins Finish Road Trip vs Oilers, Boston Fleet Playing Well After 4 Games || Ep. 21

After dropping the first two games of the five-game road trip, the Bruins bounced back in a big way with a dominant win over the Canucks and an overtime thriller vs the Flames. Now Boston will look to finish the road trip on a high note against Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Oilers. Adam Pellerin and Dale Arnold preview the Bruins vs Oilers matchup and review Boston’s roster with Oliver Wahlstrom waiting to make his Bruins debut. Adam and Dale also react to what David Pastrnak, Brad Mar...

Dec 19, 202454 minSeason 1Ep. 21

David Pastrnak Playing Like David Pastrnak (Clip)

David Pastrnak might not be scoring as much as he is accustomed to, but he has been racking up points lately with 13 in his last 9 games, including a 4-point outing vs the Canucks. Adam Pellerin and Andy Brickley analyze Pasta’s game as of late and break down how his improvements are a good sign for the Bruins’ season. Plus, hear what David Pastrnak himself had to say about his scoring issues this year and what he thinks about picking up more assists. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-...

Dec 17, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Andy Brickley 1-On-1 With Joe Sacco (Clip)

Andy Brickley sits down with Bruins interim head coach Joe Sacco to talk about his coaching career, becoming the head coach of his hometown team and career aspirations. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Dec 17, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Bruins Make Improvements On The Road, Pastrnak's Big Game vs Canucks, Bruins at Flames Preview, Get To Know Joe Sacco || Ep. 20

After two poor outings the Bruins were able to make necessary adjustments to their defense which helped translate into an offense explosion led by David Pastrnak’s 4-point outing. Adam Pellerin and Andy Brickley recap the Bruins win over the Canucks and Boston’s first win of the 5-game road trip. Plus, reaction to Pastrnak’s outstanding performance in Vancouver and what Brad Marchand had to say about the Bruins defense being the key to their game. The guys also look ahead to the Bruins next oppo...

Dec 17, 202453 minSeason 1Ep. 20
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