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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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BONUS: Boomer Chats with Ted Donato | 'Gametime With Boomer Esiason'

From 'Gametime with Boomer Esiason' ( subscribe here ), This week's guest is Harvard hockey coach and 17 year NHL veteran, Ted Donato 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...

Feb 14, 202334 min

The East is loading up ahead of trade deadline; Potential Bruins targets

Ep. 161, Part 3: Brian and Scott look around the rest of the Eastern Conference, including at the Rangers now that they've traded for Vladimir Tarasenko. They also run through some possible Bruins targets. 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...

Feb 12, 202316 min

How Carlo, D performed vs. Caps; Chychrun on the move?

Ep. 161, Part 2: Brian and Scott analyze the Bruins' defensive play in their first game back, including Brandon Carlo helping to keep Alex Ovechkin at bay. They also react to Jakob Chychrun being healthy-scratched for "trade-related reasons." 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...

Feb 12, 202316 min

Bruins' offense struggles in loss to Caps, Marchand calls out refs

Ep. 161, Part 1: Brian and Scott discuss the Bruins' offensive struggles against the Capitals and the poor officiating, which Brad Marchand called out after the 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...

Feb 12, 202323 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 161: Bruins stumble out of break vs. Caps; Chychrun rumors heating up

Brian and Scott (no Bridgette) break down the Bruins' loss to the Capitals in their first game back from the All-Star break. They also react to Jakob Chychrun being scratched for "trade-related reasons" and the Bruins apparently being one of the teams in on him. 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...

Feb 12, 202354 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 160: Guest Andrew Raycroft on Pastrnak extension, Bruins' trade-deadline possibilities

Brian, Bridgette and Scott are joined by former Bruins' goalie Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft to discuss new reporting on an elevated price for David Pastrnak's contract extension and if he thinks it makes sense for the Bruins to trade for Jakob Chychrun or Patrick Kane. Hear what Razor has to say about the rivalry in goalie duos during his time in the league. (p.s. sorry for Brian's fire alarm!!) Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more abou...

Feb 09, 20231 hr 8 minEp. 160

Raycroft Part 1: issues with Pastrnak extension, adding Chychrun

Guest Andrew Raycroft expands on how the Bruins can come to a deal with David Pastrnak. Plus, why he thinks trading for Jakob Chychrun could be too risky for 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...

Feb 09, 202319 min

Pros and cons of Bruins adding Chychrun or Kane

Ep 160, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott react to Razor's thoughts on the David Pastrnak's extension negotiations and potential trades the Bruins could make at the trade deadline. Plus, should the NHL change its playoff 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...

Feb 09, 202332 min

Raycroft Part 2: adding Kane might make sense for Bruins; goalie duo grudges

Ep 160, pt 2: Guest Andrew Raycroft thinks adding Patrick Kane might make sense for Bruins. We ask him about Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman's relationship and about some goalie duo tension he dealt with in his career. 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...

Feb 09, 202316 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 159: Bruins end three-game losing streak in Toronto

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' balanced effort in their win over Toronto. The Bruins show they would have the goaltending advantage in a playoff series against the Leafs. Why a trade for Bo Horvat would have been too risky for the Bruins. 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...

Feb 02, 20231 hr 7 minEp. 159

Carlo, Bruins' defenseman bounce back against Leafs

Ep 159, pt 1: Which Bruins chipped in the most in Boston's win over the Leafs. Discussing Brandon Carlo's bounce-back game. How the Bruins' defensemen contributed offensively in the win. 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...

Feb 02, 202318 min

Ullmark proves Bruins should win goalie battle against Toronto in playoffs

Ep 159, pt 3: Did the Bruins' power play show signs of improvement against Toronto? An update on Jake DeBrusk's timeline to return. Ullmark wins the battle in net against Toronto. Why Bo Horvat would have cost too much for the Bruins. 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/ad...

Feb 02, 202326 min

Greer and Zacha impress in Bruins win over Maple Leafs

Ep 159, pt 2: How A.J. Greer helped spark the Bruins in a strong third period against Toronto. All of the things that impress us about Pavel Zacha. Which call-up player from Providence has fit in best on the Bruins' fourth line? 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/adchoice...

Feb 02, 202321 min

BONUS BET: Bruins @ Maple Leafs | 'Cash the Ticket'

From 'Cash The Ticket' ( subscribe here ), Cookies was dipping his hand in the cookie jar for this pick between the Bruins and Maple Leafs. Find out which side the guys like on this Daily Dimes episode of Cash the Ticket. 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...

Feb 01, 20231 min

Did McLaughlin make the most of his call-up to Bruins?

Ep 158, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the performances of Marc McLaughlin and Craig Smith on the Bruins' road trip. Who's in net against Toronto. Bruins' prospects to watch in the Beanpot. 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...

Jan 30, 202316 min

What the Bruins may need to address at the trade deadline in the wake of their three-game losing streak

Ep 158, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' recent turnover issues. What the Bruins may need to address at the trade deadline in the wake of their three-game losing streak. 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...

Jan 30, 202330 min

Can DeBrusk's return save the Bruins' power play?

Ep 158, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss what issues the Bruins have had on their three-game losing streak on the power play, in transition and at the faceoff dot. Has the experiment of putting Taylor Hall on the first line run its course? 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...

Jan 30, 202323 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 158: Causes for concern in Bruins' three-game losing streak

What we've learned about the Bruins in their three-game losing streak. Could getting Jake DeBrusk back solve the Bruins' power-play issues? A look into the performances of Taylor Hall, David Pastrnak, Craig Smith and Marc McLaughlin against Florida and Carolina. 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 h...

Jan 30, 20231 hr 10 minEp. 158

The Skate Pod, Ep. 157: Bruins fall in 'good loss' to Tampa Bay

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the fixable mistakes the Bruins made in their close loss to Tampa Bay. Should Taylor Hall get another chance on the top line. How Pastrnak has shown he's more than just an elite goal scorer. What happened in Jack Edwards' sit down with Pat Maroon. 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...

Jan 27, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 157

How the Bruins would match up with Tampa Bay in the playoffs

Ep 157, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott react to the mistakes made in the Bruins' loss to Tampa Bay and explain what we've learned about how the Bruins would match up against the Lightning in a playoff series. Charlie McAvoy appears to have avoided a serious injury. Did the Bruins beat themselves in the third period? 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...

Jan 27, 202317 min

Ullmark vs Vasilevskiy; What happened in Jack Edwards' sit down with Pat Maroon?

Ep 157, pt 3: Linus Ullmark has shown no let down in play even in the Bruins' loss to Tampa Bay. What happened in Jack Edwards' sit down with Pat Maroon? Connor Clifton's fight with Corey Perry. 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...

Jan 27, 202327 min

Should Taylor Hall get more time on top line?

Ep 157, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the positive takeaways in the Bruins' loss to Tampa Bay. How David Pastrnak has continued to show his play-making abilities. Assessing Taylor Hall's play while on the top line for the first time this 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...

Jan 27, 202322 min

What goalie-duos the Ullmark-Swayman tandum compares to

Ep 156, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the Bruins-Canadians match-up and what made it such a close game. Taylor Hall ends his longest goal drought as a Bruin. Bruins have 2 of the hottest goalies in the league. Is Zacha playing his best stretch as a Bruin? 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...

Jan 25, 202316 min

How the Canadians can reignite classic Habs-Bruins' rivalry

Ep 156, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott answer the question: how can the Canadians reignite classic Habs-Bruins' rivalry. 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...

Jan 25, 202310 min

Montgomery tinkers with Bruins' lines more than usual in win over Canadians

Ep 156, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the tinkering Jim Montgomery did with the Bruins' lines in their win over the Canadians. Greer gives perspective on his career in an intermission interview at the Bell Centre. 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...

Jan 25, 202314 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 156: Hall ends goal drought in Bruins' win over Habs

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' effort against the Habs in what was a closer game than anticipated. The latest tinkering with the Bruins' lines. Is Pavel Zacha playing the best he has all season? Some Bruins' goalie-duo comparisons from the past. 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 ht...

Jan 25, 202341 minEp. 156

The Skate Pod, Ep. 155: Bruins' defensemen contribute in shutout over Sharks

Brian, Bridgette and Scott analyze the Bruins' shutout win over the Sharks, their improved production from defensemen and the challenges they may face on their upcoming five-game road trip before the NHL All-Star 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/adchoices...

Jan 23, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 155

McAvoy feels fully healthy, looks more 'dynamic' against Sharks

Ep 155, pt 1: Carlo, McAvoy, Lindholm impact Bruins' win over San Jose. McAvoy updates his health status as he appears to be picking up play. Analyzing how Joona Koppanen has done in the absence of fourth-line center Tomas Nosek. 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...

Jan 23, 202316 min

Do the Bruins have the best D-corps in the league?

Ep 155, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott take a look at how the Bruins group of defensemen matches up against the rest of the league. What happened to Ullmark's skate? And, the challenges the Bruins will need to overcome on their upcoming five-game road trip. 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 http...

Jan 23, 202332 min

Could/should the Bruins bring DeBrusk back before the All-Star Game?

Ep 155, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the pros and cons of adding Wagner, McLaughlin, Beecher or Lettieri as Bruins the look to add an extra forward for their road trip. We get an update on where Jake DeBrusk is in his injury recovery, when he could come back and whether he should be resting as long as possible. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audac...

Jan 23, 202315 min
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