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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

Would Porter Martone Be A Good Fit For Boston?

Ep 450, pt 3: Discussing the potential for the Bruins to draft winger Porter Martone rather than a center with their 7th-overall pick if he were to fall to them. 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

Jun 14, 202535 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 450: Could Martin Necas Be A Bruins' Trade Target? (Mailbag)

We discuss where David Pastrnak finished in MVP voting, break down UFA rumors that could effect the Bruins' off-season plans and get to your mailbag questions! Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Leave your questions in the comments and we will answer as many as we can! Jump to: 00:00 - NHL awards, where Pasta finished in MVP voting, Scott's ballot 15:00 - Could Bruins lose Mike DiPietro in free agency? 22:00 - U...

Jun 13, 20251 hr 31 minEp. 450

Gauging Fans Reaction To Bruins Hiring Sturm

Ep 449, pt 1: Discussing the key takeaways from Marco Sturm's introductory press conference and how fans have received him 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

Jun 12, 202523 min

Sturm's Thoughts on Bruins' Leadership, Development & Offense

Ep 449, pt 2: Discussing what Marco Sturm plans to do regarding Bruins' leadership, development of young players and offensive changes. 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

Jun 12, 202524 min

Is Sweeney Shopping His 7th-Overall Pick?

Ep 449, pt 3: Discussing what Don Sweeney said about potentially trading draft capital for a player to help the team 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

Jun 12, 202539 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 449: Sturm Presents His Vision For Bruins' Future

Discussing Marco Sturm's introductory press conference, what he thinks about the current Bruins' roster and what changes he plans to make. Plus, what Sturm said about Bruins' leadership and how he will handle player development and culture. And, what Don Sweeney said about potentially trading Bruins' draft assets to make the team better right now. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Opening Shift...

Jun 11, 20251 hr 24 min

How Have Draft Rankings Changed After NHL Combine?

Ep 448, pt 1: Discussing news out of the NHL combine and new ordering of the top 10 pick projections. Is there a chance a center that was thought to be out of reach could fall to 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...

Jun 11, 202524 min

Should Bruins Trade Seventh-Overall Pick for a No.1 Center?

Ep 448, pt 2: Should the Bruins trade their seventh-overall pick for a player like Elias Petterson? What adding a No. 1 center now would mean for the Bruins core going forward. 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...

Jun 11, 202518 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 448: Should Bruins Trade For Pettersson?

Discussing news out of the NHL combine including which players may be available at 7th overall. Should the Bruins trade for Elias Pettersson? Plus, what fans think so far about the Marco Sturm hiring. (Note: our recording dropped out at 46:24 which cut off part of our conversation about Marco Rossi and Isaac Howard as other target options for the Bruins.) Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts 09:00 - Draft rankings change after NHL combine 29:00 - Should the Bruins trade for Elias Pettersson? 46:00 - ...

Jun 09, 20251 hr 15 min

How Will Bruins Be Different Under Sturm?

Ep 447, pt 1: Discussing the Bruins addition of Marco Sturm and what it means for Joe Sacco and the Bruins' style of play 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

Jun 06, 202528 min

Which Young Players Will Thrive Under Sturm?

Ep 447, pt 2: Discussing which Bruins' players may benefit most from the coaching change and which young players will do well in Marco Sturm's system. 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

Jun 06, 202524 min

Has Sam Bennett Played Himself out of Bruins' Price Range?

Ep 447, pt 3: Discussing Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, how Marchand impacted the game and what a strong playoffs means for the price of Sam Bennett's next contract. 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...

Jun 06, 202522 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 447: Bruins Hire Sturm As Next Head Coach

Discussing the Bruins' decision to hire Marco Sturm as their next head coach, his coaching background and which players may benefit most from the coaching change. Plus, what the hiring means for the Bruins' style of play, offseason targets and leadership group. And, has Sam Bennett played himself out of the Bruins' price range? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - What will Bruins' style of play l...

Jun 05, 20251 hr 12 minEp. 447

Are Bruins Open To Expanding Coaching Search in Late Stages?

Ep 446, pt 1: Discussing how the timeline for the Bruins' offseason could effect their ability to extend their coaching search to new candidates. 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

Jun 03, 202527 min

Can Oilers Avenge Stanley Cup Loss vs Florida?

Ep 446, pt 2: Discussing the Stanley Cup Final rematch between the Oilers and the Panthers and what is different about this year's matchup. 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

Jun 03, 202519 min

What Will Lysell & Mittelstadt's Futures Look Like in Boston?

Ep 446, pt 3: Answering your mailbag questions about the futures of Fabian Lysell and Casey Mittelstadt 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

Jun 03, 202535 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 446: Is Donskov Now One of Bruins Coaching Candidates?

Discussing some potential reasons the Bruins coaching search has taken this long, including some candidates that are now available to interview for the open position. Plus, we get some news on where Joe Sacco stands and answer some mailbag questions! 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...

Jun 02, 20251 hr 18 minEp. 446

What Should Be First Order of Business for Next Bruins Head Coach?

Ep 445, pt 1: Reacting to reports that the Bruins have made a head coaching decision. Plus, what will be key for the new head coach to establish right away? 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

May 30, 202528 min

Will Bruins Have All-New Coaching Staff Next Season?

Ep 445, pt 2: Discussing whether or not he should have the power to fill in the rest of the coaching staff and what will happen with Joe Sacco, Jay Leach and Chris Kelly. 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...

May 30, 202516 min

How Long Will Panthers Dominate the East?

Ep 445, pt 3: Discussing the Florida Panthers dominance in another deep playoff run and what their roster could look like in the seasons ahead. 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

May 30, 202525 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 445: Will Next Bruins Head Coach Clean House?

Discussing the imminent hiring of the next Bruins head coach, what his first order of business would be and whether or not he should have the power to fill in the rest of the coaching staff. Plus, some thoughts on the Florida Panthers' dominance in the East. 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 ab...

May 29, 20251 hr 7 minEp. 445

Positive Signs From Bruins Players in World Championship

Ep 444, pt 1: Discussing the performances of Bruins' players like Jeremy Swayman and Elias Lindholm in at Worlds that may be positive signs for 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

May 28, 202513 min

Who Are Bruins' Coaching Search Finalists?

Ep 444, pt 2: Discussing the coaches who appear to be heading into the final interviews for the Bruins' head coaching position. 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

May 28, 202526 min

Answering Questions & Critiques From Our GM Mock Offseason Series

Ep 444, pt 3: We discuss comments and critiques of our "Bruins 'Mock Offseason" episodes. 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

May 28, 202542 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 444: Swayman Wins Gold at World Championship

Discussing how Jeremy Swayman and other Bruins did at Worlds, an update on the Bruins' coaching search timeline and some critiques of our GM episode series. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Swayman wins gold at Worlds 11:30 - Who will make the final cut for Bruins' coaching search? 34:00 - Reacting to critiques and questions about our GM episode 50:00 - Is adding Mitch Marner worth giving up d...

May 27, 20251 hr 18 minEp. 447

The Skate Pod, Ep. 443: Which Big Free Agent Will Bruins Sign? (Mock Offseason Part 2)

In Part 2 of our two-part "Bruins Mock Offseason" series, we debate which players to add in free agency to put together a playoff-caliber roster. We go through what it would take to get Mitch Marner and how a roster would balance out if he was or wasn't the Bruins' big target. Plus, what the Bruins could do to add a top-four defenseman. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Don Sweeney contract ext...

May 22, 20251 hr 48 minEp. 443

Estimating Bruins RFA Prices (Mock Offseason Pt 1)

Ep 442, pt 1: Estimating Bruins RFA Prices (Mock Offseason Pt 1) 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

May 21, 202547 min

Should Bruins Have Extended Sweeney?

Ep 442, pt 2: Should Bruins Have Extended 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

May 21, 202527 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 442: Sweeney Extended & Bruins Mock Offseason Part 1

In Part 1 of our 2-part "Bruins Mock Offseason" series, we play GM and pick the next head coach of the Boston Bruins as well as decide on contracts for each of the Bruins RFAs and which RFAs we won't be extending an offer to. Plus, we talk about the news of Don Sweeney's contract extension that broke during the recoding. (In Part 2, we will fill in the roster with UFAs and trades and make the Bruins' 7th-overall draft pick.) Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | ...

May 20, 20251 hr 31 minEp. 442

Are Bruins Fans Rooting For Marchand To Win Stanley Cup?

Ep 441, pt 1: Discussing the Panthers-Leafs series and what Bruins fans think of Brad Marchand's chance to win a cup 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

May 17, 202526 min
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