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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

Are Other Teams Checking In On Trent Frederic?

Ep 365, pt 3: Discussing a report by Kevin Weekes that other teams are interested in trading for Trent Frederic. Plus, how David Pastrnak performed after being benched and checking the Bruins' goalie stats. 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 07, 202430 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 365: Bruins Get Shut Out By Toronto

Discussing the Bruins' loss to the Leafs and continued special teams issues. What does the addition of Tyler Johnson mean for the Bruins' power play and middle-six personnel? 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...

Nov 06, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 365

Montgomery's Job Safe After Two Bruins' Wins

Ep 364, pt 1: Discussing the Bruins' wins over the Flyers and Kraken, Montgomery's recent coaching decisions and how his new line combinations have been performing. 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 05, 202416 min

Which Bruins' Players Improved In Wins Over Flyers & Kraken?

Ep 364, pt 2: Who's up and who's down featuring a new line combination that has looked strong so far and which Bruins' defensemen stepped up against the Flyers and the Kraken. 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 05, 202427 min

How Will Pastrnak Respond To Being Benched?

Ep 364, pt 3: Discussing what led to David Pastrnak being benched vs Seattle and what his response will be on the ice. 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 05, 202424 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 364: Pastrnak Benched In Bruins' Win Over Seattle

Discussing the Bruins' back-to-back shutout wins, Jim Montgomery keeping his job and why he decided to bench David Pastrnak against Seattle. Plus, who's up and who's down featuring a new line combination that has looked strong so far. 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...

Nov 04, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 364

What Went So Wrong For Bruins In Carolina?

Ep 363, pt 1: What went wrong in Carolina and what it means for the longevity of Jim Montgomery 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

Nov 02, 202422 min

Is Bruins' Practice Intensity Root Of Their Problems?

Ep 363, pt 2: Are the Bruins' issues with pace and confidence stemming from practices? Is Jim Montgomery going to go from 'lame duck' to scapegoat? 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 02, 202420 min

Were Zadorov & Lindholm Right Offseason Moves?

Ep 363, pt 3: Is it time to question Sweeney's offseason moves? 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 02, 202444 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 363: Is Loss To Hurricanes Last Straw For Montgomery's Job?

Discussing the Bruins' blowout loss to Carolina and whether or not it will prompt a coaching change. How come the Bruins' defensive group isn't living up to expectations? Is it time to second guess Don Sweeney's offseason moves? 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 htt...

Nov 01, 20241 hr 22 minEp. 363

Are Bruins' Leaders To Blame For Bad Start?

Ep 362, pt 1: Discussing what aspects of the Bruins' performance against the Flyers prompted boo birds at TD Garden. Plus, has the Bruins' leadership group done enough to start the 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 31, 202425 min

Do Bruins' Power-Play Issues Start With McAvoy?

Ep 362, pt 2: Which players have played the biggest role in the Bruins' power-play struggles and what other models should the team look to use? 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 31, 202421 min

Are Bruins A Playoff Team This Season?

Ep 362, pt 3: What the Bruins first 10 games suggest about their playoff homes. 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 31, 202419 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 362: Bruins Get Shut Out By Flyers

Discussing the Bruins' loss to the Flyers, their troubling stats through the first 10 games and who hasn't been good enough. Plus, is it time to move Charlie McAvoy off the top power-play unit? And, are the Bruins a playoff team this year? 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 30, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 362

Marchand Addresses Report Of Potential Three-Year Contract Extension

Ep 361, pt 1: Discussing Brad Marchand's comments about Elliot Freidman's report that he's close to a three-year contract extension in Boston. How do the Bruins compare to the rest of the Atlantic Division 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 29, 202422 min

Should Poitras And Pastrnak Play Together More?

Ep 361, pt 2: Discussing who played well in the Bruins' win over Toronto. Plus, the pros and cons of putting Matt Poitras on a line with David Pastrnak. 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 29, 202417 min

Is Geekie At Risk Of Losing Spot In Lineup?

Ep 361, pt 3: Discussing the struggles of Charlie Coyle and Morgan Geekie. Plus, does Riley Tufte being waived mean the Bruins will sign 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 29, 202418 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 361: Bruins Beat Leafs; Marchand Talks Contract Extension

Discussing the Bruins' overtime win over the Maple Leafs and how important it was for Brad Marchand, Jim Montgomery and the team. Marchand speaks about a potential 3-year contract extension. Is it time to get Poitras and Pastrnak together more often? Jump to: 00:00 - Update on potential Marchand extension 10:00 - Can Bruins win vs Leafs spark win streak? 22:00 - What Bruins' bottom six did well vs Toronto 27:00 - Pros and cons of matching Poitras and Pastrnak 38:00 - Can Geekie turn his game aro...

Oct 28, 202455 minEp. 361

Penalties Issues Continue To Sink Bruins

Ep 360, pt 1: Discussing the Bruins penalty numbers, causes and solutions. What other moves do the Bruins have at their disposal to get things going in the right direction? 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 26, 202425 min

Discussing Most Concerning Aspects Of Bruins' Tough Start

Ep 360, pt 2: Discussing which trends in the Bruins performances in the first eight games are the most concerning. 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 26, 202418 min

Why Haven't Offseason Moves Helped Bruins So Far?

Ep 360, pt 3: Discussing the role of goaltending and new additions in the Bruins' slow start. 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 26, 202422 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 360: Could Bruins' Bad Start Get Montgomery Fired?

Discussing the Bruins' losing streak and rough start to the season .What comes next for Bruins' personnel, coaching staff and management if the team keeps making the same mistakes. Plus, looking at the role of penalties, goaltending and leadership in losses. And we finish off with a Four Nations jersey fashion segment. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...

Oct 25, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 360

Why Are Bruins Most Penalized Team In NHL Right Now?

Ep 359, pt 1: Discussing another undisciplined performance by the Bruins, what's causing them to happen and how it's negatively affecting their season 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 24, 202423 min

Why New Lines Didn't Help Bruins Score

Ep 359, pt 2: Discussing the new-look top line, middle-six changes and the main issue a shake up didn't work in Nashville. 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 24, 202420 min

Finding Silver Lining In Bruins' Slow Start

Ep 359, pt 3: Brian attempts to find the silver lining in the Bruins' uninspired start to the season. Plus, checking in on the player-coach relationships in Boston and if they have gotten worse. 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 24, 202429 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 359: Bruins Hit New Low In Nashville

Discussing the issues the Bruins had in their loss to Nashville, why the lineup shuffling didn't work and what changes are needed to get the Bruins moving in the right direction. 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...

Oct 23, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 359

Montgomery Yells At Marchand

Ep 358, pt 1: How the start of this season has been more challenging for Jim Montgomery and why he is getting so frustrated with his team's performances 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 22, 202419 min

Does Bruins' Record Reflect Play So Far?

Ep 358, pt 2: Discussing some complacency from top Bruins players, the fourth line's success so far and whether or not the Bruins' 3-2-1 record reflects their play 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 22, 202415 min

How Have Lindholm & Zadorov Contributed So Far In Boston?

Ep 358, pt 3: Discussing some positive and negative aspects of the play of Bruins' offseason additions Nikita Zadorov and Elias Lindholm 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 22, 202425 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 358: Does Bruins' Record Reflect Their Play?

Takeaways from the Bruins' loss in Utah. Is Montgomery's message to top players getting through? And, we take a trip with Scott to analytics corner to determine how bad the Bruins offense has been 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...

Oct 21, 202456 minEp. 358
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