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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. 170: Bruins add 10th-straight win vs Rangers

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss how the Bruins' win over the Rangers, where Bertuzzi slots into the lineup and which players on Boston could use some rest. How the Bruins could add another threat to their quiet powerplay. Why the Bruins' deadline moves could be the most impactful for any team in the Eastern Conference. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc...

Mar 07, 20231 hr 5 minEp. 170

The Skate Pod, Ep. 169: Bruins beat Buffalo, extend Pastrnak and add Bertuzzi

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss everything that happened with the Bruins in one of the most eventful days for the team. Discussing how Hall and Foligno's injuries factored into the trade for Tyler Bertuzzi. What Pastrnak's extension means for the Bruins ong term. Orlov continues to shine in the Bruins' defensive system against Buffalo. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: http...

Mar 03, 20231 hr 7 minEp. 169

Don Sweeney might be GM of the year after deadline moves, Pastrnak extension

Ep 169, pt 1: Analyzing Don Sweeney's successful day after another big trade deadline move and the extension of David Pastrnak. An update on the severity of Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno's injuries and what we know about the injury Brad Marchand suffered against the Sabres. Where Tyler Bertuzzi will fit into the Bruins lineup. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audac...

Mar 03, 202322 min

Can Bertuzzi and Lauko make up for Hall and Foligno injuries?

Ep 169, pt 3: Can Bertuzzi and Lauko make up for the Hall and Foligno injuries? Will Taylor Hall really be out for the season? What big moves are yet to be made in the Eastern Conference before Friday's trade deadline? 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...

Mar 03, 202321 min

Pastrnak finalizes 8-year contract extension with Bruins

Ep 169, pt 2: What sticks out about the David Pastrnak extension timeline, term and what it means for the Bruins in the future. Can the Bruins bring back any of their three trade deadline rentals? Analyzing Dmitry Orlov's production, rotation and where he fits best. 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. Vis...

Mar 03, 202323 min

Ullmark makes history again in Calgary, is clear leading Vezina candidate

Ep 168, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott go through the historic accomplishments of Linus Ullmark and the Bruins as they sweep another road trip. What players will need load management as we approach the playoffs. 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...

Mar 01, 202322 min

Orlov's impact and what it means for Grzelcyk

Ep 168, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway's impact so far for Boston and which Bruins' defenseman has found himself on the outside looking in. An update on the Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno injuries including what it means for the Bruins being able to add more before the trade deadline closes. 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://podcastcho...

Mar 01, 202330 min

Which Eastern Conference teams won and lost at trade deadline

Ep 168, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott compare the Bruins' trade deadline moves to other big moves in the Eastern Conference. Which teams made the best moves, and one team that has failed to make a big enough splash. Our votes for Bruins' 7th Player award. Quick fashion segment to wrap up. 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...

Mar 01, 202332 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 168: Bruins sweep northwest road trip thanks to Ullmark

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' back-to-back wins vs Edmonton and Calgary. How this road trip turned out to be the best stretch in Linus Ullmark's career. What Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway have already brought to the Bruins' lineup. Montgomery tips his hand as to which Bruins' defensemen could be the odd man out. Updates on the Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno injuries. Ideas for another move the Bruins could make ahead of Friday's trade deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePo...

Mar 01, 20231 hr 26 minEp. 168

Could discipline be an issue with Orlov and Hathaway?

Sunday Skate, pt 3: Could discipline be an issue with Orlov and Hathaway? Bruins do make a goalie trade. Discussing the other Eastern Conference trades that affect the Bruins, including the landing spot for Patrick Kane. 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 26, 202315 min

Does Clifton deserve to remain in Bruins' lineup over Grzelcyk?

Sunday Skate, pt 2: Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft and Scott McLaughlin debate how the Bruins should handle their defensemen rotation. Does Clifton deserve to remain in the Bruins' lineup over Grzelcyk? 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 26, 202317 min

Razor is jealous of Ullmark's goalie goal

Sunday Skate, pt 1: What former Bruins' goalie Andrew Raycroft thinks about Linus Ullmark's goalie goal. How Don Sweeney's latest addition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway is "exactly what the Bruins needed." 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 26, 202316 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 167: Razor on Ullmark's goalie goal, Bruins adding Orlov and Hathaway

Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft joins Scott McLaughlin for Sunday Skate to discuss how the Bruins' trade for Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway fill the Bruins' roster needs. Which Bruins' defensemen will we see taken out of the lineup? Where do the Bruins' trades stack up with other Eastern Conference teams' moves? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-pol...

Feb 26, 202350 minEp. 167

The Skate Pod, Ep. 166: Adding Orlov, Hathaway is "perfect deal" for Bruins

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' addition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway in a surprise move with the Washington Capitals. Where each new player will slot in. We answer the questions: did the Bruins get everything they need and did the Bruins give up too much? How the B's match up against the rest of the best teams in the East after the trade. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privac...

Feb 24, 202344 minEp. 166

The Skate Pod, Ep. 165: Pastrnak adds 40th and 41st goal in win over Ottawa

Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down Pastrnak's 40-goal milestone and where he compares to other top players in the NHL. We cover Krejci's 1000th game ceremony, DeBrusk's seamless return and McAvoy's outstanding performance. Why the Bruins shouldn't trade for Gavrikov. Plus, why the Bruins' bottom six could be a playoff x-factor. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www....

Feb 21, 202357 minEp. 165

Pastrnak, McAvoy impress against Senators

Ep 165, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the impressive play of David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy in the team's win over Ottawa. Where DeBrusk thinks his health is after a long layoff with injury. Krejci's 1000th game celebration. 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.co...

Feb 21, 202316 min

Why Bruins' bottom six give Boston an edge in playoff matchups

Ep 165, pt 3: Why the Bruins' bottom six could give them an edge in playoff matchups. Are the Bruins tweaking their two-goalie rotation strategy ahead of the playoffs? 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 21, 202315 min

Why Bruins shouldn't tinker with top six defensemen at trade deadline

Ep 165, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott analyze why the Bruins' shouldn't trade for Vladislav Gavrikov. What potential struggles the Bruins could face on their upcoming four-game road trip. Signs that the Bruins' defense is ramping things up to a new level. 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...

Feb 21, 202324 min

Raycroft answers: Should Bruins use an even goalie rotation in the playoffs?

Ep 164, pt 3: Answering listener questions on Taylor Hall and if Don Sweeney made a mistake not going all-in for Bo Horvat. Should the Bruins use an even goalie rotation in the playoffs? 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 19, 20238 min

There's no player at this year's deadline that's worth trading Swayman for

Ep 164, pt 2: Scott McLaughlin and Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft go through a long list of reasons Swayman should be off the table as an option in a trade package at the deadline. Why you probably won't see the Bruins make a huge splash at the trade deadline. How much better does Ryan O'Reilly make the Maple Leafs? 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 19, 202323 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 164: Raycroft says trading Swayman would be irresponsible

Scott McLaughlin, Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft and Bridgette Proulx kick off the first Sunday Skate of the year by breaking down the Bruins' win over the Islanders, Jake DeBrusk's immediate impact in his return and when the Bruins should start load management. Razor explains why there's no way Don Sweeney will move Jeremy Swayman at the trade deadline. How the Bruins stack up against Toronto and the Rangers after their big trades. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ |...

Feb 19, 202349 minEp. 164

DeBrusk makes immediate impact in return to lineup

Ep 164, pt 1: Scott McLaughlin and Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft discuss the Bruins win over the Islanders. Why Razor says the Bruins have to make a move at the deadline. How the Bruins playoff path looks considering the new editions to Toronto. 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 19, 202318 min

Is trading Swayman at trade deadline a reasonable option for Bruins?

Ep 163, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott get into the large number of cons of trading Jeremy Swayman at the trade deadline. What other moves would be better for the Bruins? What player we are most worried about seeing picked up by Toronto or another Eastern Conference contender at the trade deadline. 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 Le...

Feb 17, 202328 min

Bruins win twice on fun siblings road trip

Ep 163, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the improvements to the Bruins' powerplay, top-line contributions and good performance for Craig Smith against his former team in Nashville. Jake DeBrusk awaits final health clearance. 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...

Feb 17, 202316 min

Has Lindholm proven he's the most valuable Bruins' defenseman this season?

Ep 163, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss Hampus Lindholm's performance in Nashville and how important he could be to the Bruins' in the playoffs. Analyzing Don Sweeney's most recent trades to judge his most likely strategy at this trade deadline. 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 17, 202315 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 163: Bergeron, Marchand end scoring drought in Nashville

Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the Bruins' win in Nashville including what led to Marchand and Bergeron ending their extended droughts. Could Hampus Lindholm be the Bruins' biggest asset on the back end in the playoffs? Is trading Jeremy Swayman at the deadline truly an option 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 Lea...

Feb 17, 20231 hrEp. 163

The Skate Pod, Ep. 162: Pastrnak, Zacha help Bruins to overtime win in Dallas

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' overtime win in Dallas capped off by a David Pastrnak game-winning goal. Analyzing Hall's performance, the Bruins' continued powerplay struggles and the line changes that helped spark the win. Plus, the latest on DeBrusk, Nosek and Bruins' trade rumors. 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 Lea...

Feb 15, 202349 minEp. 162

Bergeron and Marchand struggle while Hall and Zacha produce

Ep 162, pt 1: How some third period tinkering with lines sparked the Bruins' comeback in Dallas. What's going on with Marchand and Bergeron's reduced production? Pavel Zacha has another great 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...

Feb 15, 202316 min

Assessing three new Bruins' trade rumors

Ep 162, pt 3: Did Tomas Nosek suffer a setback in his injury recovery? Will the Bruins get Jake DeBrusk back in Nashville? Assessing three of the Bruins' most recent trade rumors. 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 15, 202316 min

Why the Bruins' power play struggles continued in Dallas

Ep 162, pt 2: The contributions from the Bruins' bottom six against Dallas. Thoughts on where Craig Smith fits in. What the Bruins can learn from the Stars' 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...

Feb 15, 202317 min
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