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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

Analyzing Pastrnak's Leadership Role This Season

Ep 255, pt 2: Analyzing the Bruins' performances against the Islanders and Rangers, Pastrnak's leadership role and some positive signs for 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

Dec 18, 202319 min

Did Pastrnak's Hit Warrant an Ejection?

Ep 255, pt 3: Was the Pastrnak hit worth the ejection, Saturday's "Lunch Pail A.C." Era Night and the results of our Jake DeBrusk poll. 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 18, 202326 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 255: Pastrnak Ejected in Bruins OT Loss to Rangers

Discussing the Bruins' shootout win over the Islanders and overtime loss to the Rangers. Going through some of the Bruins' recent call-ups and send-downs this week. Thoughts on the Bruins' "Lunch Pail A.C." Era's Night. 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://po...

Dec 18, 20231 hr 5 minEp. 255

Revisiting Bruins Options To Trade Ullmark

Ep 254, pt 1: Revisiting the idea of trading Linus Ullmark and how possible it would be. 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 15, 202324 min

Did Poitras Respond Well Against Devils?

Ep 254, pt 2: We go through the performances of Morgan Geekie, Matt Poitras and Ian Mitchell and how they contributed in the Bruins overtime loss to the Devils. Plus, thoughts on the way Brad Marchand and Charlie Coyle have played together. 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 15, 202329 min

What Numbers Say About Jake DeBrusk's Season

Ep 254, pt 3: Diving into the stats and analytics surrounding Matt Grzelcyk and Jake DeBrusk. 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 15, 202328 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 254: Geekie Steps Up Against Devils

Assessing the performances of Poitras, DeBrusk, Geekie and Grzelcyk in this weeks "who's up, who's down." Do Marchand and Coyle work well enough together? Revisiting the idea of trading Linus Ullmark and the obstacles to pulling it off. 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....

Dec 15, 20231 hr 18 min

Was Montgomery's Meeting With Poitras "Damage Control?"

Ep 253, pt 1: An update on the injuries to Charlie McAvoy and Pavel Zacha ahead of Wednesday's game vs the Devils. We cover the meeting Jim Montgomery had with Poitras including the optics surrounding the benching and meeting. 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 13, 202322 min

Should Bruins Send Poitras to World Juniors?

Ep 253, pt 2: We go through the main takeaways from Scott's feature about Matt Poitras and John Beecher moving in together. We answer mailbag questions about the futures of the two rookies and whether or not either could be sent down or elsewhere to develop. 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 13, 202330 min

Where Bruins Rank in The Skate Pod Power Rankings

Ep 253, pt 3: We answer a mailbag question about how the Bruins could add another top-6 winger before the trade deadline. Plus, we give our power rankings of the top-10 teams in the NHL right now. 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 13, 202321 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 253 (Mailbag): Are Bruins Handling Poitras Correctly?

Updates on the injuries to McAvoy and Zacha, and what lineup changes accompanied them. We answer your mailbag questions pertaining to the benching of Matt Poitras and his meeting with Jim Montgomery this week. 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://podcastchoic...

Dec 13, 20231 hr 11 minEp. 253

The Skate Pod, Ep. 252: Bruins Lose Zacha, Bench Poitras in Win Over Coyotes

The latest on Pavel Zacha's injury. Was the benching of Matt Poitras in the 3rd period warranted? Who stepped up in the absence of Charlie McAvoy and Derek Forbort. 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://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 11, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 252

What's Concerning About Poitras Benching vs Coyotes

Ep 252, pt 1: Was Montgomery's benching of Matt Poitras necessary? What we know about the Pavel Zacha injury. 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 11, 202324 min

Will Bruins Be Able To Handle Losing Their Top Center Zacha?

Ep 252, pt 2: What's concerning about the benching of Matt Poitras in the B's win over the Coyotes. Who is the most likely fill-in for Pavel Zacha if he misses significant time? 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 11, 202319 min

With McAvoy Out, Who Leads Bruins Defense?

Ep 252, pt 3: How Ian Mitchell and Mason Lohrei have performed filling in for injured Charlie McAvoy and Derek Forbort. Looking into some dirty plays and suspensions around the league this week and how it could affect 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 11, 202321 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 251: McAvoy Injured in Uninspired Performance vs Buffalo

Discussing the Bruins' injury situation on defense, Matt Poitras being healthy scratched and who didn't contribute enough against Buffalo. Are the Bruins really as good as their record? Plus, the latest on Jeremy Swayman's absence. 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. Visi...

Dec 08, 20231 hr 8 minEp. 251

The Skate Pod, Ep. 250 (Mailbag): Is Moving Around Lineup Hurting Poitras?

Brian, Bridgette and Scott answer your mailbag questions about Matt Poitras, Milan Lucic and more. Should the Bruins target Noah Hanifin? 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://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 06, 20231 hr 20 minEp. 250

Should Bruins Target Flames' Lindholm or Hanifin?

Ep 250, pt 1: Looking into two players from the Calgary Flames the Bruins could target in a trade: Elias Lindholm and Noah Hanifin. How feasible it would be to add either player in terms of cap space and what Boston would have to give 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...

Dec 06, 202321 min

What Are Bruins' Best Line Options Now That Marchand Is Scoring?

Ep 250, pt 2: Does Johnny Beecher have any reason to worry about his job? What are the best line options for the Bruins now that Marchand is scoring again? 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 06, 202335 min

Biggest Reasons Bruins Are Contenders Again

Ep 250, pt 3: We answer your questions about how all-in the Bruins should be this season. The biggest reasons why the Bruins have avoided a 'transition year.' 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 06, 202327 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 249: Marchand Nets Natural Hat Trick vs Columbus

Is Brad Marchand about to generate some major production? Discussing demotions for both Bruins' rookies Beecher and Poitras. How the decision to add Danton Heinen has worked out for the Bruins. 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://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 04, 202356 minEp. 249

Marchand Leads Bruins to Wins Back-to-Back Nights

Discussing the leadership of Brad Marchand against Toronto and Columbus. 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, 202316 min

How Impactful Was Addition of Heinen?

Discussing Danton Heinen's contributions and fit with the Bruins. Are the Panthers still the most daunting playoff matchup for 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 04, 202322 min

How Much Does Montgomery Trust Rookies Beecher & Poitras?

We discuss Jim Montgomery's recent scratch of Johnny Beecher and reduced minutes for Matt Poitras. 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, 202321 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 248: Bruins Ramp up Physicality in Win vs Sharks

Discussing the Bruins' shutout win vs San Jose, the team's increased physicality and which lines looked to be clicking. Plus, thoughts on new line combinations and Bruins' special teams this week. 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://podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

Dec 01, 202346 minEp. 248

The Skate Pod, Ep. 247: Bruins Lose Third-Straight Game to Columbus

Discussing a worrying trend on defense over the Bruins three-straight losses. Is it time to split up the top line? Are we seeing an identity crisis with the Bruins? Revisiting the Jake DeBrusk contract extension conversation. 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 http...

Nov 29, 20231 hr 20 minEp. 247

Is It Time to Split Up Bruins' Top Line?

What went wrong in the Bruins loss to Columbus? Is it time to split up the top line? 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

Nov 29, 202324 min

Are Bruins Experiencing an Identity Crisis?

Are we seeing an identity crisis with the Bruins after key veterans leaving in the offseason? Could adding more grit to the D-corps help with Boston's identity. 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

Nov 29, 202324 min

Revisiting DeBrusk Contract Conversation

Ep 247, pt 3: Answering a listener question about Jake DeBrusk's contract extension talks, value and likelihood to re-sign with the Bruins. Plus, Patrick Kane finds a landing spot. 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...

Nov 29, 202335 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 246: How Concerned Should Bruins Be After Back-to-Back Losses?

Analyzing the biggest defensive flaws in the Bruins' losses to Detroit and New York this weekend. Has Charlie Coyle outshined the other Bruins' centers? Has Ian Mitchell passed Kevin Shattenkirk on the depth chart? 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://podcast...

Nov 27, 20231 hr 24 minEp. 246
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