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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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Episodes

What Next Year Could Hold For Poitras, Lysell and Merkulov

Ep 323, pt 3: Looking into some of the Bruins' top young forward prospects and where they fit in the Bruins organization this upcoming year. Answering a question about Sean Monahan as an option for Boston. 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...

May 30, 202433 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 323: Front-Runners in Bruins' Forward Hunt (Mailbag)

In this mailbag episode we answer many questions about top-6 forward options that the Bruins could look into this offseason. Plus, answering questions on where Matt Poitras, Fabian Lysell and other Bruins' prospects currently stand heading into the 2024-25 season. 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/privacy-policy Learn m...

May 29, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 323

Does Sweeney Have Any Excuse To Not Land a Big Scoring Threat?

Ep 322, pt 1: Discussing Don Sweeney's comments on DeBrusk, Coyle, Zacha and his vision for the Bruins' top six. Analyzing Sweeney's comments about being agressive this offseason. 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...

May 24, 202418 min

Would Jonathan Marchesseault Be a Good Fit In Boston?

Ep 322, pt 2: Looking at some of the free agent options for the Bruins including Jonathan Marchessealt. 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

May 24, 202427 min

Revisiting a Trade For Draisaitl

Ep 322, pt 3: What would it take for the Bruins to trade for Leon Draisaitl as their No. 1 center? Discussing Sweeney's comments on Swayman's last contract. Thoughts on Eastern Conference Finals Game 1. 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...

May 24, 202424 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 322: Do Sweeney's Comments Hint DeBrusk Is Gone?

Discussing the key statements made by Bruins management and ownership at their press conference on Wednesday. Did Don Sweeney hint that Jake DeBrusk and Linus Ullmark are gone this offseason? Does Sweeney have any excuse if he doesn't land a top-line scoring threat this offseason? Would Jonathan Marchesseault be a good fit in Boston? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our pr...

May 23, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 322

The Skate Pod, Ep. 321: Bruins' Breakup Day Injury and Contract News

We discuss the new information about injuries and contract talks for Bruins players. What Ullmark, DeBrusk, Grzelcyk and Maroon said about where they stand with the Bruins. Plus, thoughts on the final four teams left in the playoffs and other news from around the NHL. 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/privacy-policy Lea...

May 21, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 321

The Skate Pod, Ep. 320: Looking Ahead To Bruins' Offseason Deals (Sunday Skate)

In the final Sunday Skate of the season, Bridgette, Scott and Razor discuss the Bruins' series loss to the Panthers, free agents they may lose and what upcoming moves the Bruins should be targeting in the summer. 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/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoi...

May 19, 20242 hr 13 minEp. 320

Did 2023-24 Bruins Reach Their Ceiling?

Ep 319, pt 1: Detailing Marchand's return to the lineup, his injury and some other injuries that were revealed after the Bruins Game 6 loss. Plus, did this Bruins team reach their ceiling for what personnel they had 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...

May 19, 202432 min

What Does Future Look Like For Swayman & Ullmark?

Ep 319, pt 2: Discussing the futures of Swayman, Ullmark and three Bruins defensemen that are unrestricted free agents. 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

May 19, 202428 min

Should Re-Signing DeBrusk Be A Priority For Bruins?

Ep 319, pt 3: Discussing how Jake DeBrusk figures into the Bruins' plans for their future top-six forward group. Plus, are there any top-four defensemen the Bruins may be willing to trade to upgrade their team? 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...

May 19, 202427 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 319: Bruins' Season Ends In Game 6 Loss To Panthers

Discussing the Bruins' season-ending loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 6, Marchand's return from injury and losing another lead at home. Thoughts on the future of the Bruins' current goalie duo. Did this Bruins' roster out-perform, reach its ceiling or fall short of their ceiling this year? Plus, which players have we seen play their last game in a Bruins' jersey? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn m...

May 18, 20241 hr 25 minEp. 319

McAvoy Great In Game 5; Marchand Nearing Return

Ep 317, pt 1: Could the Bruins Game 5 win give Marchand a chance to return to the series in Game 6? Describing three key moments that McAvoy helped the Bruins in Game 5. 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...

May 16, 202418 min

Swayman's Performance, Another Goalie Interference Review & Diving In Game 5

Ep 317, pt 2: Swayman's role in the Bruins Game 5 win, breaking down another pivotal goalie interference review and Jim Montgomery's critique of diving in 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

May 16, 202426 min

Should Bruins Make Big Changes To Power Play For Game 6?

Ep 317, pt 3: Discussing which line combinations have worked with Marchand out of the lineup and what they should do with them if he returns for Game 6. Are we about to see a big shake up on the Bruins power play? 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...

May 16, 202422 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 318: Bruins Keep Season Alive With Game 5 Win

We go through some Bruins players who had big Game 5 performances to help Boston send the series to Game 6. Discussing the Bruins line combinations that worked as well as some D-pair shuffling. Plus, Brad Marchand's likeliness of playing in Game 6. 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/privacy-policy Learn more about your a...

May 15, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 317

Anger In Boston Over Blown Call, Explanation & Postgame Comments From Florida

Ep 317, pt 1: Discussing the implications of the NHL's blown goalie interference call and some of the fall out after the game. What else went wrong for Boston in Game 4 that was in their control? 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...

May 14, 202423 min

How Can Bruins Avoid Elimination In Game 5?

Ep 317, pt 2: What the Pathers have done better than the Bruins this series. What can Boston do to avoid elimination in Game 5? 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

May 14, 202421 min

Bruins Recalls, Retaliation & Reasons For Being Down 3-1

Ep 317, pt 3: Discussing the three call ups the Bruins made before Game 5, what makes it hard to retaliate against the Panthers and what has gone wrong for Boston to end up on the verge of elimination. 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...

May 14, 202420 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 317: Did Blown Call Lead To Bruins' Loss In Game 4?

We discuss a huge mistake in officiating in the Bruins' Game 4 loss to the Panthers that has them down in their series 3-1. What Jim Montgomery and Paul Maurice said after the game about the controversial goal. What has to go right for the Bruins to overcome a 3-1 series deficit? Plus, some Bruins' call-ups for Game 5. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...

May 13, 20241 hrEp. 317

The Skate Pod, Ep. 316: How Do Bruins Overcome the Loss of Brad Marchand?

Scott, Bridgette and Andrew Raycroft discuss Sam Bennett's sucker-punch on Brad Marchand, how the Bruins replace their captain with Marchand expected to miss at least Game 4, and whether there will be any retaliation. 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...

May 12, 20241 hr 27 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 315: Bruins Drop Two Straight Games, Fall Behind In Series vs Florida

Discussing the Bruins' inability to bounce back in Game 3, what went wrong and which players underperformed. Would a goalie change give the Bruins a fresh outlook? Plus, thoughts on the NHL "scrutinizing" the Bruins-Panthers series, some tough calls by the refs and the health of Brad Marchand. 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.audacy...

May 11, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 315

Can McAvoy Snap Out Of Playoff Funk?

Ep 314, pt 1: Discussing issues with the Bruins that have been self inflicted, including some key mistakes from Charlie McAvoy. Plus, thoughts on Swayman getting pulled, Pasta's fight and the Bruins' fatigue level. 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...

May 10, 202432 min

Will Game 2 Fireworks Carry Over?

Ep 314, pt 2: Discussing the crazy finish to Game 2 of the Bruins-Panthers series, the reaction to the Pasta-Tkachuk fight and whether or not there is more retaliation to come. 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...

May 10, 202424 min

Do Bruins Need More Special Teams Adjustments For Game 3?

Ep 314, pt 3: Where the Bruins stand on special teams against the Pathers, potential changes to the power play and Forbort's role on the PK since his return. Plus, going through the potential lineup changes available to the Bruins for Game 3 with Heinen and Peeke on track to make a return in Round 2. 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...

May 10, 202422 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 314: Pastrnak Fights in Bruins' Game 2 Loss

We discuss the nastiness between Florida and Boston in Game 2 that culminated in an unlikely fight between David Pastrnak and Matthew Tkachuk. The self-inflicted wounds and potential fatigue from the Bruins. Plus, a look ahead to what being pulled in Game 2 means for Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark. 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...

May 09, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 314

The Skate Pod, Ep. 313: Bruins Beat Panthers in Game 1

Discussing what the Bruins did better than the Panthers in Game 1, the emergence of Mason Lohrei and the role new players have played this playoffs. We go through Jeremy Swayman's historic numbers. Plus, thoughts on Montgomery's timeout call, Derek Forbort, and the Bruins underdog mentality. 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.audacyin...

May 07, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 313

The Skate Pod, Ep. 312: Previewing Bruins-Panthers Round 2 Series

We discuss the improvements the Bruins need to make in their Round 2 series against the Panthers to avoid being eliminated by them again this year. We give our Bruins-Panthers series predictions, x-factors and Game 1 starter in net. 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/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

May 06, 20241 hr 36 minEp. 312

The Skate Pod, Ep. 311: Bruins Beat Leafs In Game 7 (Sunday Skate)

Discussing the Bruins' Game 7 win, Jeremy Swayman's role in beating the Leafs and looking ahead to the series with the Panthers. 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

May 05, 20241 hr 31 minEp. 311

The Skate Pod, Ep. 310: Bruins Face Game 7 Elimination...Again

Discussing the Bruins' Game 6 loss in Toronto, blowing another 3-1 series lead and the legacy of this Bruins' core if they lose the series. How much blame goes on Boston's top players not performing in the last two games? What needs to happen for the Bruins to avoid the same fate as last year? How likely is it that Jim Montgomery gets fired if the Bruins drop Game 7? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ...

May 03, 20241 hr 32 minEp. 310
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