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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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Did Oilers Losing Players To Offer Sheets Effect Free Agent Market?

Ep 340, pt 2: (With guest DJ Bean) Did the Bruins try to trade Ullmark the previous offseason? Did the Oilers losing two players to offer sheets affected the free agent market? 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...

Aug 28, 202418 min

Which Eastern Conference Teams Are Better On Paper Than Bruins?

Ep 340, pt 3: (With Guest DJ Bean) Which Eastern Conference teams got better this offseason. What's going on with the new NHL center-ice logos? Plus, we go through our favorite hockey movies! 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...

Aug 28, 202427 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 340: Guest DJ Bean Talks Swayman Contract, Oilers Offer Sheets & Favorite Hockey Movies

We are joined by DJ Bean of the "What Chaos!" podcast. Discussing Jeremy Swayman's rumored $10 million contract proposal, how the Oilers losing two players to offer sheets affected the free agent market and what Eastern Conference teams got better this offseason. Plus, we go through our favorite hockey movies! 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: h...

Aug 27, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 340

Will It Be A Challenge To Get The Most Out Of Zadorov & Korpisalo?

Ep 339, pt 1: Are NHL recruiters trending away from relying on analytics? Concerns about Joonas Korpisalo. What if Nikita Zadorov or Elias Lindholm don't work out? 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

Aug 22, 202432 min

Will Bruins Bring Back Blake Wheeler On PTO?

Ep 339, pt 2: Will Bruins sign Blake Wheeler or Kailer Yamamoto to a PTO? 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

Aug 22, 202420 min

Could Bruins Lose Swayman To Offer Sheet?

Ep 339, pt 3: What if the Bruins actually added Leon Draisaitl next offseason? What if Jeremey Swayman gets offer-sheeted? 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

Aug 22, 202426 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 339: What If Zadorov Or Lindholm Aren't Good Fits In Boston?

It's another "What If Wednesday" episode, featuring: What if the Bruins sign Blake Wheeler to a PTO? What if Nikita Zadorov or Elias Lindholm don't work out? What if the Bruins actually added Leon Draisaitl next offseason? What if Jeremey Swayman gets offer-sheeted? 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...

Aug 21, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 339

Could Zadorov end up like Chara?

Ep 338, pt 1: Guest Pierre McGuire joins to discuss: 08:00 - Could Zadorov end up like Chara? 16:00 - Ceiling for Elias Lindholm 19:00 - Pierre thinks Lysell has a lot of NHL upside 21:00 - A blunt assessment of Korpisalo 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...

Aug 20, 202423 min

The Transition From Jack Edwards To Judd Sirott At NESN

Ep 338, pt 2: Guest Pierre McGuire talks about some of his favorite Bruins to cover over the years, Jack Edwards being succeeded by Judd Sirott & the state of NHL media coverage under ESPN. 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...

Aug 20, 202420 min

Barriers To Adding A New NHL Team To Quebec City

Ep 338, pt 3: Guest Pierre McGuire discussed why it would be difficult to bring an NHL team back to Quebec, tells some fun stories about past players he's coached and gives his opinion on the upcoming Four Nations tournament. 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...

Aug 20, 202414 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 338: Guest Pierre McGuire Talks Bruins' Offseason & More!

We are joined by Pierre McGuire to discuss the Bruins' offseason moves, some fun stories from his career, and excitement over the upcoming Four Nations tournament and Winter Olympics. Pierre gives insight into what type of player Nikita Zadorov could grow into, how important it is for Elias Lindholm to have a good season and where the Bruins goalie group stands with Swayman and Korpisalo. Plus, Pierre's scouting report on Fabian Lysell! Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @sm...

Aug 19, 202455 minEp. 338

The Skate Pod, Ep. 337: Are Swayman & Bruins Close To A Deal?

We discuss comments made by Elliot Freidman that Jeremy Swayman and the Bruins may still be far apart on the details of his contract. Plus, we give our takeaways from the Jimmy Fund interviews with Swayman, Charlie Jacobs and Pavel Zacha. Plus, congratulations to Judd Sirott! 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-po...

Aug 16, 202449 minEp. 337

What if the WHA never existed?

Ep 336, pt 2. What if Wednesday (Part 2): Would the Bruins have won more cups if they didn't lose players to the WHA? 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

Aug 08, 202427 min

What If Thornton and Seguin Trades Never Happened?

Ep 336, pt 3. What if Wednesday (Part 3): Would the Bruins have won more cups if they never traded Joe Thornton? What if the Bruins didn't trade Tyler Seguin? 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

Aug 08, 202429 min

What if Matt Cooke never injured Marc Savard?

Ep 336, pt 1. What if Wednesday (Part 1): What if Matt Cooke never injured Marc Savard? 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

Aug 08, 202419 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 336: What If Savard Injury, Thornton Trade, Seguin Trade Didn't Happen? (What If Wednesday)

What If Wednesday: What if Matt Cooke never injured Marc Savard? Would the Bruins have won more cups if they never traded Joe Thornton? What if the Bruins didn't trade Tyler Seguin? 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.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 07, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 336

Razor Has "No Level Of Concern" That Deal Gets Done With Swayman

Ep 335, pt 1: Guest Andrew Raycroft explains why he isn't concerned about the Bruins getting a deal done for Swayman or worried about Korpisalo as the Bruins' back-up in net. Plus, does Brandon Bussi have a path to the pros in 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...

Aug 06, 202429 min

Guest Raycroft Weighs In On Bruins Free-Agent Signings

Ep 335, pt 2: Razor weighs in on the Bruins' new offseason additions and subtractions and what they mean for the Bruins ceiling next 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

Aug 06, 202418 min

Does Swayman Have More Leverage In Contract Negotiations?

Ep 335, pt 3: Thoughts on Swayman's bargaining power, how the Bruins' youth can impact the 2024-25 season and whether or not Korpisalo is the right back-up goalie 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...

Aug 06, 202432 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 335: Guest Andrew Raycroft Talks Swayman Contract, Korpisalo & More

Andrew Raycroft joins The Skate Pod to discuss all of the big goalie questions of the offseason. We discuss the current state of Jeremy Swayman's contract negotiations, Joonas Korpisalo's mission for the 2024-25 season and what's next for Brandon Bussi. Plus, Razor weighs in on the Bruins' new offseason additions and subtractions and what they mean for the Bruins' ceiling next year. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@wee...

Aug 05, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 335

The Skate Pod, Ep. 334: (What If Wednesday) Discussing Big What Ifs From 2023 Playoffs

First edition of What If Wednesday! What if Brad Marchand scored on his breakaway in the final seconds of Game 5 in 2023 vs Florida? What if Linus Ullmark doesn’t cough up the puck in OT in the same game? What if Bergeron played the centennial season? And what if the Bruins re-signed Taylor Hall or Tyler Bertuzzi? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi...

Jul 31, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 334

Would Bruins Use A Goalie Trio?

Ep 333, pt 1: We go through Brandon Bussi's waiver situation and how he could factor into a potential goalie trio. 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

Jul 24, 202418 min

Here Are Some Games To Mark On Your Bruins' Schedule

Ep 333, pt 2: We go through the Bruins' schedule for 2024-25 and which games we're most looking forward to. 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

Jul 24, 202415 min

Which Current Bruins Are On Pace For Hall Of Fame?

Ep 333, pt 3: We discuss a recent article from The Athletic that categorized current NHLers, including several Bruins, into different tiers of likelihoods of making the Hall of Fame. 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...

Jul 24, 202424 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 333: What Goalie Issues Do Bruins Have To Worry About Next Season?

Discussing what to expect from Bruins' goaltending this year, if they could run with a goalie trio and how big Swayman's workload will be. We look at which Bruins games to mark off on your calendar. Plus who will the Bruins second leading scorer be (behind Pastrnak) this season? And, which current Bruins are projected for the Hall of Fame? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and ...

Jul 23, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 333

Is Frederic Front Runner For Top-Six Forward Opening?

Ep 332, pt 1: Is Trent Frederic set to take another step forward in his career, play higher in the lineup and take a role on the powerplay next season? Plus, our thoughts on the Bruins being underrated by national outlets and being one of the youngest teams in the league next 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...

Jul 19, 202419 min

Is It Fair To Criticize Don Sweeney For Getting Nothing For DeBrusk?

Ep 332, pt 2: Discussing the Bruins' youth movement that began last season and what it means for the future. Is it fair to criticize Don Sweeney for not trading Jake DeBrusk and Matt Grzelcyk before they left in free agency? 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...

Jul 19, 202422 min

Are Bruins A Top-10 Team Next Season?

Ep 332, pt 3: Discussing national rankings that have the Bruins outside the 10 best teams in the NHL next season. Could Marc McLaughlin end up in a bottom-six forward role this season? Answering a listener question on Mason Lohrei. 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...

Jul 19, 202433 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 332: Is National Media Already Underestimating Bruins?

Discussing recent national media rankings and betting odds that have the Bruins outside the top-10 teams in the league. Can Trent Frederic steal the second-line winger role and a spot on the Bruins' top power-play unit? We end with quick thoughts on Marc McLaughlin's extension and an out-of-the-box question about Mason Lohrei. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy p...

Jul 18, 20241 hr 21 minEp. 332

Can Bruins' Youth Fill Roster Holes?

Ep 331, pt 1: Are the Bruins better built to finish games? Which Bruins' prospects could fill roster holes 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

Jul 12, 202421 min
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