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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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How Can Bruins Fix Their Middle-Six Issues?

Ep 357, pt 1: Discussing the Bruins' production issues in the middle six as well as their overachieving fourth line and whether or not it's sustainable. 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

Oct 19, 202427 min

Comparing Korpisalo To Past Bruins' Backups

Ep 357, pt 2: Discussing what the dynamic might look like between Swayman and Korpisalo this season. How Elias Lindholm and the top line has done so far. 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

Oct 19, 202433 min

Rating Bruins' Newly Released Jerseys

Ep 357, pt 3: A Skate Pod fashion segment reviewing the Bruins' new uniforms! 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

Oct 19, 202415 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 357: Bruins Beat Avs, Release New Jerseys

Discussing the Bruins' win over the Avalanche, lineup changes that did and didn't work & a fashion segment reviewing the Bruins' new uniforms! 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...

Oct 17, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 357

Best And Worst Lines For Bruins So Far

Ep 356, pt 1: Discussing what each line has brought so far through 4 games, which lines have under and over performed & what changes the Bruins could make to boost scoring. 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...

Oct 16, 202423 min

Thoughts On Adding Tyler Johnson, Kastelic's Play & Power-play Issues

Ep 356, pt 2: Thoughts On Adding Tyler Johnson, Kastelic's Play & Power-play Issues 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

Oct 16, 202423 min

Assessing Zadorov, Swayman & Montgomery's Start To Season

Ep 356, pt 3: Assessing Zadorov, Swayman & Montgomery's Start To 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

Oct 16, 202427 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 356: Bruins' Struggles vs Panthers Continue

Assessing the Bruins' first week of the season, continued struggles vs the Panthers and what issues have presented themselves early on. Plus, which lines have produced and which lines haven't contributed enough. And, could Tyler Johnson be a solution to middle-six scoring issues? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Assessing Bruins 1st week 07:00 - Bruins' best and worst lines 21:00 - Could Tyler...

Oct 15, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 356

The Skate Pod, Ep. 355: Swayman Helps Bruins Get First Win Of Season

Discussing Jeremy Swayman's first win of the season vs Montreal, the contributions by the Bruins' fourth line and some defensive mistakes they'll need to clean up. Plus, analyzing the Bruins powerplay and what if did well against Montreal. 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...

Oct 11, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 355

The Skate Pod, Ep. 354: Bruins Season Off To Rough Start

Discussing the issues the Bruins faced on opening night in Florida. Analyzing Joonas Korpisalo's first game. Could speed be an issue for the Bruins this 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 more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 09, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 354

Bruins Finalize Regular Season Roster

Ep 353, pt 1: Discussing who made the Bruins and who was cut before the 5PM deadline Sunday. Plus, could Swayman play opening night? 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

Oct 08, 202436 min

Which Bruins Will Exceed Expectations This Season?

Ep 353, pt 2: Which Bruins players will exceed and which players may fall short of expectations in the 2024-25 season and why. 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

Oct 08, 202424 min

Three Bold Predictions For Bruins This Season

Ep 353, pt 3: We each give our bold prediction for the Bruins, our Eastern Conference standings projections and Stanley Cup prediction. 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

Oct 08, 202431 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 353: Roster Reactions, Season Preview & Predictions

Our big season preview episode! We discuss: 00:00 - Final roster announcement 14:00 - Swayman could start opening night 20:00 - Our ideal Bruins' lineups 34:00 - Who will exceed expectations 42:00 - Who could have a disappointing season 57:00 - Three bold predictions 62:00 - Predictions for standings, conference champions and Stanley cup winners Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener dat...

Oct 08, 20241 hr 28 minEp. 353

Final Roster Predictions & Looking Ahead To Regular Season

Ep 350, pt 3: We give our projections for the Bruins roster on opening night and what their season outlook is after getting a deal done with Swayman. 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

Oct 07, 202419 min

Bruins & Swayman Finally Agree To Terms Ahead Of Regular Season

Ep 350, pt 1: We discuss Jeremy Swayman's 8-year contract officially getting done and what was said at Sunday's press conference announcing the agreement. 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

Oct 07, 202417 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 352: Jeremy Swayman Is Finally Signed!

In an emergency pod, Scott and Brian react to the news that the Bruins have finally signed Jeremy Swayman, agreeing to an eight-year contract worth $66 million ($8.25 million per year). They also discuss some of the comments from Swayman and GM Don Sweeney from their press conference after the signing was announced. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vi...

Oct 06, 202446 minEp. 352

Have We Seen Swayman's Last Game As A Bruin?

Ep 351, pt 1: Discussing Swayman's comments in a new Amazon series about the NHL, including what he said about potentially having played his last game 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

Oct 05, 202436 min

Lysell Gets Another Call Up

Ep 351, pt 2: Discussing preseason Game 6, Lysell's call up, Poitras absence and what the next few weeks could look like for Tyler Johnson. 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

Oct 05, 202418 min

Bruins Claim Goalie Off Waivers

Ep 351, pt 3: Discussing the another goalie addition made by the Bruins and what the team's playoff hopes will look like if Korpisalo is their primary goaltender. 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

Oct 05, 202419 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 351: Swayman Talks Contract In New Amazon Series

Discussing the Bruins' lack-lusted sixth preseason game, Lysell's call up and Swayman's comments in a new Amazon series about the NHL. Plus, we talk about Poitras' injury, the Bruins adding another goalie and what the team's playoff hopes will look like if Korpisalo is their primary goaltender. 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.audac...

Oct 04, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 351

Can Big Bruins' 4th Line Set Different Tone This Season?

Ep 350, pt 1: Opening thoughts on how Swayman's agent is handling the recent public drama, Marchand's illness and what to expect from the Bruins' 4th line this 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...

Oct 03, 202414 min

Is Bruins' D Group Most Elite In League?

Ep 350, pt 2: Going through how the Bruins' d-pairs look so far and how they compare to what other NHL teams have to start the season. Plus, Bussi shows signs of improvement in preseason 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...

Oct 03, 202412 min

Will Cooler Heads Prevail In Swayman Contract Negotiations?

Ep 350, pt 3: Reacting to Jeremy Swayman's agents Lewis Gross' statement and if the relationship is repairable. 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

Oct 03, 202422 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 350: Is Bruins' Relationship With Swayman Broken Beyond Repair?

Discussing the statement made by Jeremy Swayman's agent Lewis Gross, who seems to be telling the truth, and what it means for negotiations going forward. Plus, an update on Marchand and why he left after one period of his first preseason game. And, takeaways from preseason Game 5 on the 4th line, powerplay units and defensive pairs. Jump to: 00:00 - Marchand illness 08:00 - Tone set by new 4th line 13:00 - Bruins' d-pairs are more offensive already 21:00 - Reacting to Swayman's agents statement ...

Oct 02, 202446 minEp. 350

Will Neely's Comments Hurt Negotiations With Swayman?

Ep 349, pt 1: Discussing everything Bruins management said about their extension talks with Jeremy Swayman and how it could affect getting a deal done. 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

Oct 01, 202445 min

Sweeney Hints At Possible Lysell Return Before Season

Ep 349, pt 2: Discussing the Bruins big round of cuts that included Fabian Lysell and Georgii Merkulov and what Don Sweeney said about a possible return. 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

Oct 01, 202429 min

Korpisalo Learns He's Game 1 Starter; E. Lindholm Updates Return Timeline

Bridgette & Scott list of the other bits of news out of Bruins media day that may have been buried by the drama surrounding the Swayman contract news. 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

Oct 01, 202417 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 349: Neely Reveals Bruins' Offer To Swayman

Breaking down a crazy media day, including Don Sweeney and Cam Neely's comments on the Bruins' offer to Jeremy Swayman. How will today's comments about Swayman affect negotiations? What Sweeney and Montgomery said about cutting Lysell and if he will be back before the season. Plus, the comments from Bruins players on media day that may have been buried by the Swayman drama. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To ...

Sep 30, 20241 hr 28 minEp. 349

Do Bruins Need Different Power-Play QB?

Ep 340, pt 1: Discussing Charlie McAvoy's role as QB of the power play and who may be able to take over if the power play goes stagnant. 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

Sep 28, 202424 min
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