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The Skate Podcast

WEEI's Scott McLaughlin, Brian DeFelice and Bridgette Proulx discuss all things Boston Bruins and NHL.
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The Skate Pod, Ep. 528: Could Bruins go on Patriot-style run?

Discussing the Bruins win over the Canadiens, recent success and what it means for their playoff hopes. Plus, we discuss the upcoming stretch for the Bruins with just five games before the Olympic break and nine games before the trade deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com

Jan 26, 20261 hr 16 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 527: Bruins bounce back vs Vegas; McAvoy on Heated Rivalry impact

Discussing the Bruins' bounce-back win over the Vegas Golden Knights and how the power play proved to be key. Plus, update on the status of three Bruins' defensemen, Alex Steeves' contract extension and Hobey Baker nominations for Letourneau and Hagens. Plus, McAvoy talks about Heated Rivalry's impact and LGBTQ acceptance in hockey culture on "Hockey is for Everyone" night. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com...

Jan 23, 20261 hr 25 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 526: Bruins' blowout loss to Stars & Sweeney's deadline approach (Mini-Mailbag)

Takeaways from the Bruins' blowout loss in Dallas, which ended their six-game win streak. Plus, a mini-mailbag featuring questions on Don Sweeney's trade deadline approach, Morgan Geekie's recent slump, and prospect rankings. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Bruins' penalty troubles resurface in loss to Stars 34:45 - Mailbag: Is Geekie slumping because he's not with Pastrnak? 57:55 - Will Swee...

Jan 21, 20261 hr 36 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 525: Bruins lose out on Rasmus Andersson

We discuss the Bruins being linked to, but ultimately not finalizing a deal for Rasmus Andersson. We also break down Boston's sixth straight win, a 5-2 victory over Chicago. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com

Jan 19, 20261 hr 3 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 524: Highlights from Zdeno Chara's number retirement

Discussing Zdeno Chara's number retirement ceremony and the Bruins' 4-2 win over Seattle. Plus, the Bruins traded Jeffrey Viel mid-recording, so we react to that. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Chara number retirement 20:00 - Bruins are back in a playoff spot 26:00 - BREAKING NEWS: Viel traded 32:00 - Takeaways from win over Seattle

Jan 16, 20261 hr 13 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 523: Should Bruins trade for Rasmus Andersson?

Discussing the Bruins win over Detroit, shutouts for Swayman and Korpisalo and Chara's upcoming jersey retirement night. Plus, we react to trade rumors involving what the Bruins would be willing to give up to get defenseman Rasmus Andersson. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choic...

Jan 14, 20261 hr 16 minEp. 523

The Skate Pod, Ep. 523: Should Bruins trade for Rasmus Andersson?

Discussing the Bruins win over Detroit, shutouts for Swayman and Korpisalo and Chara's upcoming jersey retirement night. Plus, we react to trade rumors involving what the Bruins would be willing to give up to get defenseman Rasmus Andersson. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choic...

Jan 14, 20261 hr 20 minEp. 523

The Skate Pod, Ep. 522: Bruins sweep weekend with historic win

Discussing the Bruins two wins this weekend, some historic numbers put up in their 10-2 win over the Rangers and the extension of Jonathan Aspirot. Plus, looking at the progress of Marat Khusnutdinov, the streakiness of the league and where the Bruins stand in the Eastern Conference standings. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy...

Jan 12, 20261 hr 2 minEp. 522

The Skate Pod, Ep. 522: Bruins sweep weekend with historic win

Discussing the Bruins two wins this weekend, some historic numbers put up in their 10-2 win over the Rangers and the extension of Jonathan Aspirot. Plus, looking at the progress of Marat Khusnutdinov, the streakiness of the league and where the Bruins stand in the Eastern Conference standings. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy...

Jan 12, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 522

The Skate Pod, Ep. 521: Korpisalo bounces back, Geekie is in a slump

Joonas Korpisalo and the Bruins got a much-needed win over the Flames. Will Marco Sturm alter his goaltending plan? Morgan Geekie is in a slump for the first time in a while. Has Mason Lohrei started to turn a corner? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at ⁠⁠skatepod@weei.com 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://podc...

Jan 09, 20261 hr 5 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 521: Korpisalo bounces back, Geekie is in a slump

Joonas Korpisalo and the Bruins got a much-needed win over the Flames. Will Marco Sturm alter his goaltending plan? Morgan Geekie is in a slump for the first time in a while. Has Mason Lohrei started to turn a corner? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at ⁠⁠skatepod@weei.com 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://podc...

Jan 09, 20261 hr 7 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 520: Sturm calls Bruins 'immature' after loss in Seattle

The Bruins threw away the final game of their road trip in Seattle, and Marco Sturm called the team "immature" afterwards. Looking at the 5-on-5 struggles of Elias Lindholm and Pavel Zacha. Could Zacha still be a trade candidate? Hampus Lindholm is injured again. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at ⁠skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Sturm calls Bruins 'immature' 11:00 - Zacha and Elias Lindholm's 5-on-5 struggles ...

Jan 07, 202659 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 520: Sturm calls Bruins 'immature' after loss in Seattle

The Bruins threw away the final game of their road trip in Seattle, and Marco Sturm called the team "immature" afterwards. Looking at the 5-on-5 struggles of Elias Lindholm and Pavel Zacha. Could Zacha still be a trade candidate? Hampus Lindholm is injured again. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at ⁠skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Sturm calls Bruins 'immature' 11:00 - Zacha and Elias Lindholm's 5-on-5 struggles ...

Jan 07, 20261 hr 1 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 519: Minten's growth evident in win over Canucks

Discussing the Bruins' overtime win over the Canucks and Fraser Minten's increased role and the importance of a successful road trip for Boston. Can Swayman move up Team USA's depth chart if he keeps playing like this? Plus, has the competition for the Bruins' next captain become even closer? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Fraser Minten gets OT game winner, importance of road...

Jan 05, 20261 hr 13 minEp. 519

The Skate Pod, Ep. 519: Minten's growth evident in win over Canucks

Discussing the Bruins' overtime win over the Canucks and Fraser Minten's increased role and the importance of a successful road trip for Boston. Can Swayman move up Team USA's depth chart if he keeps playing like this? Plus, has the competition for the Bruins' next captain become even closer? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Fraser Minten gets OT game winner, importance of road...

Jan 05, 20261 hr 16 minEp. 519

The Skate Pod, Ep. 518: Reaction to Bruins' win over Oilers and Olympic roster announcements

Discussing the Bruins' win over the Oilers, checking in on Bruins' stats halfway through the season and individual point paces. Plus, we get into the announcements of Olympic rosters including the omission of Hampus Lindholm from team Sweden. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Bruins beat Oilers and Olympic rosters 10:00 - Bruins' numbers at halfway point of season 38:00 - Hampus...

Jan 02, 20261 hr 27 minEp. 518

The Skate Pod, Ep. 518: Reaction to Bruins' win over Oilers and Olympic roster announcements

Discussing the Bruins' win over the Oilers, checking in on Bruins' stats halfway through the season and individual point paces. Plus, we get into the announcements of Olympic rosters including the omission of Hampus Lindholm from team Sweden. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Bruins beat Oilers and Olympic rosters 10:00 - Bruins' numbers at halfway point of season 38:00 - Hampus...

Jan 02, 20261 hr 30 minEp. 518

The Skate Pod, Ep. 517: Bruins' most impactful moments of 2025

We discuss the Bruins' loss to the Calgary Flames, what Hagens and Zellers have done at World Juniors and Boston's current bottom-10 positioning in the NHL standings. Plus, we finish with our list of the top 10 most impactful moments for the Bruins in 2025. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abo...

Dec 31, 20251 hr 21 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 517: Bruins' most impactful moments of 2025

We discuss the Bruins' loss to the Calgary Flames, what Hagens and Zellers have done at World Juniors and Boston's current bottom-10 positioning in the NHL standings. Plus, we finish with our list of the top 10 most impactful moments for the Bruins in 2025. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abo...

Dec 31, 20251 hr 23 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 516: Is Bruins' season in the balance after five-game losing streak?

Discussing the Bruins' loss to Buffalo out of the holiday break, some goaltending trends and advanced stats on specific Bruins' lines and pairings. Is this road trip a true make or break stretch of the season? Plus, some international hockey thoughts about Bruins' prospects at World Juniors, Spengler Cup hot mics and the Olympic roster deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener dat...

Dec 29, 20251 hr 4 minEp. 516

The Skate Pod, Ep. 516: Is Bruins' season in the balance after five-game losing streak?

Discussing the Bruins' loss to Buffalo out of the holiday break, some goaltending trends and advanced stats on specific Bruins' lines and pairings. Is this road trip a true make or break stretch of the season? Plus, some international hockey thoughts about Bruins' prospects at World Juniors, Spengler Cup hot mics and the Olympic roster deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener dat...

Dec 29, 20251 hr 6 minEp. 516

The Skate Pod, Ep. 515: Bruins Unravel vs Habs

Discussing the Bruins' melt down against the Habs and their comments on the main issues they've been having during their four-game losing streak. Plus, we take a deeper look into the Bruins' two chances to challenge goalie interference calls, penalties and key individual breakdowns. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pri...

Dec 24, 20251 hr 27 minEp. 515

The Skate Pod, Ep. 515: Bruins Unravel vs Habs

Discussing the Bruins' melt down against the Habs and their comments on the main issues they've been having during their four-game losing streak. Plus, we take a deeper look into the Bruins' two chances to challenge goalie interference calls, penalties and key individual breakdowns. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pri...

Dec 24, 20251 hr 26 minEp. 515

The Skate Pod, Ep. 514: What should Bruins do about Korpisalo?

Discussing what's gone wrong in the Bruins' three-game losing streak and some decisions by Sturm that didn't pan out. Is it time to think about calling up Providence Bruins goalie Mike DiPietro? Plus, Crosby passes Lemieux's points record in Pittsburg, Bruins prospects get ready for World Juniors and we unveil the Skate Pod Stadium Series Jersey. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Bruins three-g...

Dec 22, 20251 hr 21 minEp. 514

The Skate Pod, Ep. 514: What should Bruins do about Korpisalo?

Discussing what's gone wrong in the Bruins' three-game losing streak and some decisions by Sturm that didn't pan out. Is it time to think about calling up Providence Bruins goalie Mike DiPietro? Plus, Crosby passes Lemieux's points record in Pittsburg, Bruins prospects get ready for World Juniors and we unveil the Skate Pod Stadium Series Jersey. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Bruins three-g...

Dec 22, 20251 hr 25 minEp. 514

The Skate Pod, Ep. 513: Oilers' stars outplay Bruins' stars in loss to Edmonton

Discussing the Bruins' loss to the Oilers and the big role that special teams played in tipping the scales in Edmonton's favor. Plus, checking in on Pastrnak's goal total, Trent Frederic gets a tribute at TD Garden and would Zadorov or Khusnutdinov make the Russian Olympic team if Russia got to compete? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://...

Dec 19, 20251 hr 13 minEp. 513

The Skate Pod, Ep. 513: Oilers' stars outplay Bruins' stars in loss to Edmonton

Discussing the Bruins' loss to the Oilers and the big role that special teams played in tipping the scales in Edmonton's favor. Plus, checking in on Pastrnak's goal total, Trent Frederic gets a tribute at TD Garden and would Zadorov or Khusnutdinov make the Russian Olympic team if Russia got to compete? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://...

Dec 19, 20251 hr 16 minEp. 513

The Skate Pod, Ep. 512: McAvoy says Bruins have better chemistry this year; Author Mike Commito joins the pod

Discussing the Bruins' win over Utah. McAvoy, Mittelstadt and Sturm talk about chemistry. Pastrnak and Geekie talk about the Bruins' success finishing games out. Plus, we are joined by Mike Commito, the author of Bruins 365, about his Bruins research and thoughts on some current events. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at ⁠skatepod@weei.com⁠ Jump to: 00:00 - McAvoy, Mittelstadt and Sturm talk about team chemistry 16:00 - Morgan Ge...

Dec 17, 20251 hr 30 minEp. 512

The Skate Pod, Ep. 512: McAvoy says Bruins have better chemistry this year; Author Mike Commito joins the pod

Discussing the Bruins' win over Utah. McAvoy, Mittelstadt and Sturm talk about chemistry. Pastrnak and Geekie talk about the Bruins' success finishing games out. Plus, we are joined by Mike Commito, the author of Bruins 365, about his Bruins research and thoughts on some current events. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at ⁠skatepod@weei.com⁠ Jump to: 00:00 - McAvoy, Mittelstadt and Sturm talk about team chemistry 16:00 - Morgan Ge...

Dec 17, 20251 hr 33 minEp. 512

The Skate Pod, Ep. 511: How will Bruins be affected by volatile Eastern Conference?

Discussing the Bruins' loss to Minnesota, the Quinn Hughes trade and the interesting dynamics of the Eastern Conference this year. Plus, we discuss a potential trade for the Bruins, the last game at Northeastern's Matthews Arena and the Bruins' declining penalty-kill numbers. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-po...

Dec 15, 20251 hr 33 minEp. 509
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