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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. 397: Bruins Get Blown Out For Second Straight Game

Discussing the Bruins loss to the Winnipeg Jets, some new NHL trade rumors and where Bruins' leadership stands. 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...

Jan 31, 202554 minEp. 397

Bruins Down Top Three Defensemen vs Buffalo

Ep 396, pt 1: Did Bruins' issues in Buffalo go deeper than injury 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

Jan 30, 202519 min

What Do Bruins' Underlying Stats Say About Playoff Chances?

Ep 396, pt 2: Reviewing the Bruins' play in January and what their performances and stats say about their playoff chances. 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

Jan 30, 202533 min

Could McAvoy or Lindholm Return This Week?

Ep 396, pt 3: Charlie McAvoy & Hampus Lindholm injury update 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

Jan 30, 202523 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 396: What Does Bruins Performance vs Buffalo Say About Playoff Hopes?

Discussing key breakdowns in the Bruins' loss to Buffalo and how bad they've been on the road. Are the Bruins about to get relief as some players near their return from injury? Re-evaluating the Bruins' offseason moves and how they've panned out so far. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com 00:00 - Bruins loss to Buffalo 8:00 - Bruins down their top three defensmen 17:00 - Signs the Bs aren't a playoff team 20:00 -...

Jan 29, 20251 hr 12 minEp. 396

BC-BU Series Produces Polarizing Moment; Development of Dean Letourneau

Ep 395, pt 1: Discussing a polarizing event in the BC-BU series that involved a rule many hockey fans didn't know about. Plus, our observations on Bruins' prospect Dean Letourneau so far in his collegiate development. 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...

Jan 28, 202533 min

Is Bruins Style Of Winning This Week Sustainable?

Ep 395, pt 2: Discussing the Bruins' win over the Avs and the Senators and if it's a winning formula to make the playoffs. Plus, could the Mikko Rantanen trade kick off an early NHL trade flurry? 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...

Jan 28, 202521 min

What Would Geekies Trade Value Be After Production Boost?

Ep 395, pt 3: Debating what the Bruins should do at the trade deadline including what the Bruins could get back for Morgan Geekie after a really hot month of January. 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...

Jan 28, 202523 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 395: Geekie Scores Twice in Bruins Win; BC-BU Controversy

Should the Bruins sell high on Morgan Geekie or re-sign him as part of their future? Discussing the controversial rule violation by goalie Mikhail Yegorov in Saturday's BC-BU game. Plus, our observations on Bruins' prospect Dean Letourneau so far in his collegiate development. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Bruins beat AVs with help for Geekie and Pastrnak 04:30 - BC-BU rule violation contro...

Jan 27, 20251 hr 14 minEp. 395

The Skate Pod, Ep. 394: Where Do Bruins Stand After Another Mixed Week Of Results?

Are the Bruins in a position to be buyers, sellers or somewhere in between after another mixed week of results. Discussing the Bruins loss to New Jersey and win over Ottawa. Plus, where they stand in terms of injuries and call ups, including when to expect Jeremy Swayman back. 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-p...

Jan 24, 202557 minEp. 394

The Skate Pod, Ep. 393: Discussing Bruins Results v Senators and Sharks; Weighing B's Trade Deadline Options

Discussing key moments and players in the Bruins overtime loss to Ottawa and win against San Jose. Plus, we weigh some nuanced options for the Bruins at the trade deadline. And, would the Bruins really send Matt Poitras down when he's playing so well. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Coyle, Poitras, Lohrei and Lettieri contributions 08:00 - Pastrnak picking up production 12:00 - Thoughts on El...

Jan 21, 20251 hr 8 minEp. 393

Bruins Make Six Big Transactions

Ep 392, pt 1: Discussing the Bruins major transactions, Neely and Jacobs comments and Swayman's strong stretch. 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

Jan 17, 202530 min

Poitras Good In Return To Lineup

Ep 392, pt 2: Discussing the Bruins' win over Tampa, big milestones for three players and Matt Poitras' 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

Jan 17, 202519 min

Answering Your Bruins Second Half Mailbag Questions

Ep 392, pt 3: Answering your mailbag questions about Matt Poitras and other prospects, Bruins as buyers or sellers and some unique trade ideas. 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

Jan 17, 202531 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 392: Bruins Beat Lightning; Midseason Mailbag

Discussing the Bruins' transactions before their win over the Lightning, comments from Cam Neely and Charlie Jacobs at the Bruins Foundation gala and answering your mailbag questions! 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...

Jan 16, 20251 hr 20 minEp. 392

The Skate Pod, Ep. 391: Bruins Beat Florida; Reacting to Keefe's Pastrnak Report

Discussing the Bruins' overtime win in Florida, who performed well despite the Bruins being heavily outshot and reacting to Rich Keefe's report about friction between Brad Marchand and David Pastrnak. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 0:00 - Opening shifts 08:00 - Reacting to Keefe's report about friction between Marchand and Pastrnak 31:00 - Who deserves credit for a good performance vs Florida? 40:00...

Jan 13, 202550 minEp. 391

The Skate Pod, Ep. 390: How Can Bruins Stop The Bleeding After Six-Game Losing Streak?

How can the Bruins stop the bleeding after their sixth-straight loss? Plus, we have a deeper discussion on the Bruins position as buyers or sellers after their slip in the standings. 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...

Jan 10, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 390

What Does Bruins' Five-Game Losing Mean For Don Sweeney?

Ep 389, pt 1: What Does Bruins' Five-Game Losing Mean For Don Sweeney? 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

Jan 09, 202519 min

What Bruins' Players Said About Losing Streak After Loss To Oilers

Ep 389, pt 2: What Bruins' Players Said About Losing Streak After Loss To Oilers 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

Jan 09, 202528 min

Bruins Rumored To Be In Trade Talks With Canucks

Ep 389, pt 3: Would the Bruins be able to make a deal for JT Miller or Elias Pettersson? 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

Jan 09, 202512 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 389: 'Fire Sweeney' Chants Break Out As Bruins Lose Five In A Row

Discussing the issues that have been plaguing the Bruins during their five-game losing streak, what players said about the skid after the loss to the Oilers and what it means for Don Sweeney's job. Plus, an update on Hampus Lindholm and the Bruins' rumored engagement in trade talks with the Canucks. 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....

Jan 08, 202556 minEp. 389

Pastrnak Scores Twice In Bruins' Overtime Loss to Islanders

Ep 388, pt 1: Pastrnak Scores Twice In Bruins' Overtime Loss to Islanders 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

Jan 07, 202537 min

Grading Each Bruins Forward's First-Half Performance

Ep 388, pt 2: Grading Each Bruins Forward's First-Half Performance 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

Jan 07, 202531 min

Grading Bruins Defenseman & Goalie's First-Half Play

Ep 388, pt 3: Grading Bruins Defenseman & Goalie's First-Half 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

Jan 07, 202525 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 388: Grading Every Bruin's First-Half Performance

Discussing the Bruins' overtime loss to the Islanders, whether the team is trending towards or away from a playoff spot and giving every Bruin a first-half grade. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com 00:00 - USA wins; Is Pastrnak gaining confidence? 11:00 - Are bruins trending out of playoffs? 24:00 - What are some plausible improvements the Bruins can make to improve playoff hopes? 35:00 - Grading each Bruin's 1s...

Jan 06, 20251 hr 30 minEp. 388

Should Bruins Be Exhausting Internal Call-Up Options Before Trade Deadline?

Ep 387, pt 1: Should the Bruins be exhausting internal call-up options like Lysell, Poitras and Merkulov before deciding what to do at the trade deadline? 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

Jan 04, 202517 min

Why Is Bruins' Management Hesitant To Make Call-ups?

Ep 387, pt 12: Why is Bruins' management hesitant to make call-ups? Why did the Bruins address Lohrei's development differently than 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

Jan 04, 202518 min

What Are Underlying Reasons For Pastrnak's Decline In Production?

Ep 387, pt 3: What are the underlying reasons for David Pastrnak's decline in production? 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

Jan 04, 202521 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 387: Bruins Can't Finish In Loss To Rangers

Discussing the Bruins' close losses to the Rangers and the Capitals and what has contributed to their lack of scoring. Plus, why is Bruins' management hesitant to make call ups? And, what are the underlying reasons for Pastrnak's decline in production? Jump to: 00:00 - What Bruins' expected goals vs actual goals tells about their finishing 15:00 - Why is Bruins' management hesitant to make call ups? 30:00 - Did Bruins just run into a hot Rangers' goalie? 38:00 - What are the underlying reasons f...

Jan 03, 202554 minEp. 387

The Skate Pod, Ep. 386: Bruins' Special Teams Fall Short In Loss To Capitals

Discussing the Bruins' loss to the Capitals and the role that special teams played. Plus, looking at the Bruins situation with Fabian Lysell, Matt Poitras and Georgii Merkulov and what the future for them looks like. Plus, we answer your mailbag questions. 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 abou...

Jan 01, 20251 hr 5 minEp. 386
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