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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. 146: Bruins Win Back-to-Back vs Winnipeg and New Jersey

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://podcastchoi...

Dec 24, 202256 minEp. 146

Bruins' Second Line, Goaltending Carry Bruins through Wins against Jets and Devils

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...

Dec 24, 202220 min

Bruins' Independent Review of Mitchell Miller Signing Fails to Name Individuals at Fault

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

Dec 24, 202220 min

Several Bruins on Track to Have Career Years; Three "Gifts" of the Bruins' Season

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...

Dec 24, 202215 min

Contributions from Carlo, Clifton help lift Bruins to win over panthers

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 htt...

Dec 20, 202225 min

Bergeron's 100th point ceremony, Craig Smith being waived & Ullmark and Swayman's performances this week

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...

Dec 20, 202220 min

Is Hampus Lindholm the Bruins best defenseman this season?

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...

Dec 20, 202215 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 145: Despite lacking their best game, Bruins take wins over Columbus and Florida

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 practi...

Dec 20, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 145

Marchand's effort and emotion against the Kings

Ep 144, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the key takeaways from the Bruins' loss to the Kings. A deeper look into Brad Marchand's game, emotion and injury recovery. 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...

Dec 16, 202224 min

Is the 2nd line relying too much on Pastrnak?

Ep 144, pt 3: Is the 2nd line relying too much on David Pastrnak? Why Jim Montgomery tried the Forbort-McAvoy combination against the Kings. What we thought of Linus Ullmark's performance in his third-straight start. 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...

Dec 16, 202219 min

Did McAvoy and Krejci have off nights against LA?

Ep 144, pt 2: Did Charlie McAvoy and David Krejci have an off night against LA? More on Lindholm's game time decision to play. Analyzing Taylor Hall's role and contributions in the last 10 games. 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...

Dec 16, 202215 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 144: Frustration for the Bruins against the LA Kings

Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the Bruins' loss to the LA Kings in another shootout at the Garden. How frustration got the Bruins off their game. We discuss which Bruins brought their full effort, which Bruins did not, and why that might be. 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://podcast...

Dec 16, 202259 minEp. 144

DeBrusk on track for best season of his career; Can Ullmark handle such a heavy workload?

Ep 143, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss how the Bruins recovered from a horrible start against the Islanders. Jake DeBrusk is on track for the highest point total in his career. Can Ullmark handle such a heavy workload long term? 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...

Dec 14, 202222 min

Could Bruins really add Toews at the trade deadline, and other NHL storylines of the day

Ep 143, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott take a look around some of the NHL's most important recent headlines including the latest milestone for Alex Ovechkin, Ryan Reynolds trying to buy the Ottawa Senators, and the Bruins being connected to trade rumors about Jonathan Toews. 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...

Dec 14, 202230 min

Why Jim Montgomery says Brad Marchand is only at 85%

Ep 143, pt 2: Why Jim Montgomery says Brad Marchand is only at 85%. Bergeron the front runner for the Selke...again. Forbort's defensive and offensive contributions this season. Have shootouts and 3-on-3 overtimes lost their luster? 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...

Dec 14, 202223 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 143: DeBrusk's performance against Islanders, Marchand at 85%, Bruins connected to Toews trade rumors

Brian, Bridgette and Scott cover a variety of topics from the Bruins' performance against the New York Islanders, to whether Ullmark can handle this large of a workload, and whether or not it's possible for the Bruins to add Jonathan Toews at the trade deadline. Plus, thoughts on Ovechkin hitting 800 goals, Ryan Reynolds trying to buy the Ottawa Senators and bad news for the Bruins when it comes to the salary cap. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgettep...

Dec 14, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 143

Could Fabian Lysell get an NHL call-up before the end of the season?

Ep 142, pt 3: We answer a listener question from Brian in Berkeley about the progress and NHL timeline of Fabian Lysell. A look at the Providence Bruins who are most ready for a call-up. Chara accidentally re-ignites beef with the 2011 Vancouver Canucks. 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://p...

Dec 12, 202223 min

What Linus Ullmark would have to do to win the Vezina this year

Ep 142, pt 2: Bridgette and Scott describe the successes of the Bruins' bottom six forwards this weekend. Scott names the Coyle line "The Protection Line." What Linus Ullmark would have to do to win the Vezina this year. 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...

Dec 12, 202223 min

With Krejci out, Zacha and others show their versitility

Ep 142, pt 1: Bridgette and Scott break down the Bruins' last minute loss to the Coyotes and team effort against Vegas. When David Krejci is expected to return. We take a deeper look into Pavel Zacha's contributions to the Bruins and what role he could play for them this year and beyond. 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 abou...

Dec 12, 202230 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 142: Bruins' weird loss in Arizona & bounce back against Vegas

Bridgette and Scott go through the key moments of the Bruins' loss in Arizona and bounce-back win against Bruce Cassidy and the Vegas Golden Knights. Should the NHL change its review rules? A key roster question Pavel Zacha has helped solve. Answering a listener question from Brian in Berkeley about Fabian Lysell. 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...

Dec 12, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 142

Comparing Pastrnak extension worries to Red Sox losing Xander Bogaerts

Ep 141, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the similarities and differences between what the Bruins are dealing with in trying to sign David Pastrnak before he becomes a free agent and what situation the Red Sox ended up in with Xander Bogaerts. What teams may be willing to swoop in and outbid the Bruins? 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...

Dec 08, 202229 min

Will Linus Ullmark come back down to earth?

Ep 141, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott take a look into the Bruins' defense and goaltending against the Avs. Nosek's failed attempt at fighting. Linus Ullmark's play is best in the league but when will he come back down to earth? 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...

Dec 08, 202227 min

Bruins' third line adds three goals vs Avs

Ep 141, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the contributions of Pastrnak, Hall and Frederic against the Avalanche. The Bruins third line is putting up numbers that compare to the best lines in the league. Why Craig Smith is still lacking an everyday role in the lineup. 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...

Dec 08, 202228 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 141: Bruins, Ullmark shut out Avalanche

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' 4-0 shutout win over the Avalanche to start their road trip. The third line contributions continue. Comparing the David Pastrnak extension dilemma to what happened to the Red Sox with Xander Bogaerts. 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://podcast...

Dec 08, 20221 hr 25 minEp. 141

What contributed to the Bruins' slow start, Cassidy tribute

Ep 140, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through what contributed to the Bruins' slow start, Bruce Cassidy's tribute in his first time back at the Garden and what issues some Bruins defensive pairs have had since McAvoy came back. 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/adc...

Dec 06, 202228 min

Answering a listener question about the status of Pastrnak contract extension talks

Ep 140, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott answer a listener question about what happened to the David Pastrnak contract extension talks. What we know and still don't know about a potential extension and timeline. And, what kind of future the Bruins would have if Pastrnak left. 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 ch...

Dec 06, 202223 min

A mixed performance for Bruins' bottom six, what Bruce Cassidy said after beating his old team

Ep 140, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the performances of each of the bottom six forwards in the Bruins' shootout loss to the Golden Knights. A dangerous play for Patrice Bergeron. What Bruce Cassidy said after the 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/adcho...

Dec 06, 202223 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 140: Bruins lose against former coach Cassidy for first home loss of season

Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the Bruins first home loss of the season against Bruce Cassidy and the Vegas Golden Knights. Discussing the Bruins' slow start, Cassidy's postgame comments and Bergeron's close brush with a major injury. Plus, we answer a listener question about the status of David Pastrnak's contract extension talks. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: http...

Dec 06, 20221 hr 15 minEp. 140

Bruins' 5-on-5 offense; State of international hockey

Ep. 139, Part 3: Brian and Scott discuss the Bruins' still-improving 5-on-5 offense, especially from the top line. They also get sidetracked into lamenting the sad state of best-on-best international 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...

Dec 04, 202235 min

Bruins' unmatched depth, Trent Frederic's growth

Ep. 139, Part 2: Brian and Scott discuss the Bruins' unmatched depth, including Trent Frederic's growth and Charlie Coyle adding more to his 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

Dec 04, 202223 min
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