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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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Hampus Lindholm Looking Healthy & Other Thoughts On Defense

Ep 479, pt 3: We discuss what we've seen from Hampus Lindholm in his first 2 practices, plus thoughts on who may pair best with this season. New roles for Chara, McQuaid, Ben Smith. 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 20, 202531 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 479: Is Bruins' Training Camp Starting Off Stronger Than Last Season?

We discuss the Bruins first day of on-ice training camp, the early line combinations and what Marco Sturm is doing differently than Jim Montgomery did last season. Plus, we react to comments from players and coach after today's sessions and pinpoint who had standout moments in each session. 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...

Sep 18, 20251 hr 21 minEp. 479

The Skate Pod, Ep. 478: Training Camp Preview: How Much Offense Can Bruins Expect From Forward Group?

We give our Bruins' preseason predictions including our early line chart, how much offense they could create and which D pairs help the Bruins balance out their roster the best. 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...

Sep 15, 20251 hr 11 minEp. 478

Does Minten Have Inside Track To Third Line Center?

Ep 477, pt 1: 00:00 - Is Locmelis a dark horse to make the team? 12:00 - Can Minten round out his game with more offense? 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 12, 202527 min

Who Is Poitras' Biggest Competition To Make Team?

Ep 477, pt 2: Who is Poitras biggest competition to make the Bruins out of camp? Could both Minten and Poitras make the team? 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 12, 202520 min

Bruins Prospect Ranking Takes Major Jump

Ep 477, pt 3: Discussing a new prospect ranking list that has the Bruins much higher than they were last season. Plus, on paper, are the Bruins really that much worse than some of last year's playoff contenders? 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 12, 202523 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 477: Locmelis, Minten & Other Players To Watch For Bruins At Prospect Challenge

We analyze what we saw at Bruins Rookie Camp, what players stood out and which young players have a legitimate shot at making the team. Plus, what this training camp could mean for Beecher, Zacha and more. 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...

Sep 11, 20251 hr 7 minEp. 478

Could Bruins Captain Vacancy Be A Distraction This Season?

Ep 476, pt 1: Could the Bruins captain vacancy be a distraction 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

Sep 10, 202537 min

What Sweeney Said About Jeannot, Kuraly And Team Leadership

Ep 476, pt 2: We discuss the comments from Don Sweeney about how his free agent additions can help the Bruins get off to a steady start. Plus, we go through his comments on young players trying to make the team. 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 10, 202522 min

Mailbag: Could Bruins Pull Off Trade For McTavish Before Season?

Ep 476, pt 3: In a mini mailbag, we answer listener questions about captains practice developments and a trade idea involving Mason McTavish. 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 10, 202533 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 476: Sweeney Says He's Waiting For Next Captain To Emerge For Bruins

Discussing Don Sweeney's comments on the Bruins captain vacancy, the outlook for younger players and his expectations for his free agent signings ahead of the Bruins Foundation Golf Tournament. Plus, we answer your 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 ad choices. Visi...

Sep 09, 20251 hr 29 minEp. 476

Will Poitras Have Another Good Start and Make Team?

Ep 475, pt 1: 00:00 - What Swayman said about his mindset for the upcoming season 7:30 - Will Poitras have another good start and make the team? 13:00 - Will the Bruins be able to come out of gate fast? 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 06, 202519 min

Swayman Says He's Made Significant Changes Ahead of New Season

Ep 475, pt 2: Where does Swayman fit into the Bruins' leadership structure? Plus, what Swayman said about his offseason, how he learned from last year and turning the page to a new 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...

Sep 06, 202515 min

Will Marco Sturm Favor Youth or Veterans?

Ep 475, pt 3: How difficult will it be for young players to make the team? Will Marco Sturm favor youth or veterans? 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 06, 202525 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 475: Is Swayman Going To Be A Vocal Leader For Bruins?

We discuss the comments from Jeremy Swayman, Matt Poitras and Fabian Lysell after day 3 of captain's practices. Will Poitras have another fast start and make the team? Will Marco Sturm favor veterans or youth when making roster decisions? 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....

Sep 04, 20251 hr 7 minEp. 475

Pastrnak & McAvoy Describe Bruins Leadership Philosophy This Season

Ep 474, pt 1: 00:00 - Pasta and McAvoy on where Bruins' leadership group stands 9:19 - Are people underrating the Bruins like Zadorov says? 14:54 - Who was and who wasn't at day 1 of captain's practice 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 03, 202525 min

How This Training Camp Will Be Different For Poitras & Lysell

Ep 474, pt 2: Poitras' likelihood to make the team out of camp and why. This year's early-season storylines. Has Lysell's competition increased? 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 03, 202528 min

Will Sturm's System Compliment Current Bruins Roster?

Ep 474, pt 3: What will Marco Sturm change this season? Where the Bruins' forward group and D group rank in the division 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 03, 202526 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 474: Zadorov Says Bruins Will Exceed Expectations This Season

We go over the most important developments from day 1 of Bruins captain's practice, who was there and who wasn't there and some of the main storylines to follow as the team ramps up to the season. Plus, we discuss what Charlie McAvoy and David Pastrnak said about their idea of what Bruins' leadership will look like this season and what Nikita Zadorov said about the team being underrated. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepo...

Sep 02, 20251 hr 15 minEp. 474

What Bruins' National TV Schedule Says About Boston's Hockey Market

Ep 473, pt 1: Discussing the 17 national TV games on the Bruins schedule this season and what it says about the Boston hockey 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 29, 202517 min

Rating New USA Hockey Olympic Jerseys

Ep 473, pt 2: We describe and rate the new Team USA Olympic Hockey jerseys and compare them to past jerseys. 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 29, 202516 min

Is The QMJHL Coming Back To Lewiston?

Ep 473, pt 3: Is the QMJHL coming back to Lewiston? Plus, what the new NCAA rules means for Canadian and American players. 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 29, 202521 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 473: Bruins Apparently Still Have National TV Draw

We rate the new USA Hockey jerseys modeled by McAvoy and others. Plus, who was snubbed from USA's invitation to their summer meetings. And, we go through some surprises in the national broadcast schedule released by the Bruins yesterday. 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. ...

Aug 28, 202550 minEp. 473

The Skate Pod, Ep. 472: Ranking Bruins Top Prospects; Will Bruins Keep Same Center Group?

We debate the order of the Bruins top eight prospects, talk about the NHL prospects we were high on that never panned out and go through a list of "what's more likely" questions about different players and outcomes this Bruins season. Plus, we answer a listener question about buying access to a "media experience" for sports teams. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about listener data and our priva...

Aug 26, 20251 hr 21 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 471: How Will Competition For Bruins Bottom-Six Roster Spots Play Out? (Mailbag)

In this mailbag episode we go through listener questions about the competition for bottom-six roster spots, who has an inside track to make the cut and why some players have been given the benefit of the doubt in offseason conversations about roster spots. Plus, we answer a question about Peter Laviolette, the low fan approval of Bruins' management and more. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about...

Aug 21, 20251 hr 47 minEp. 471

Mini-Mailbag: How Hot Is Don Sweeney's Seat?

Ep. 470, Part 3: We answer a few listener questions, including how hot the seat is for Bruins general manager 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

Aug 15, 202526 min

How The Bruins Lost Their Culture

Ep. 470, Part 2: We react to Jim Montgomery saying on the Empty Netters podcast that the Bruins' culture slipped last season. Plus, James Hagens confirms he is returning to Boston College. 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 15, 202532 min

NHL Network Ranks McAvoy As 11th-Best Defenseman in NHL

Episode 470, Part 1: NHL Network ranked Charlie McAvoy as the 11th-best defenseman in the NHL right now. Too high? Too low? We react. 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 15, 202537 min

The Skate Pod, Ep. 470: Where Does Charlie McAvoy Rank Among NHL Defensemen?

We discuss Charlie McAvoy’s placement in NHL Network’s ranking of the best NHL defensemen right now. Plus, James Hagens makes it official that he is returning to Boston College. Jim Montgomery comments on the Bruins’ culture slipping last season. We wrap up by answering a few listener questions. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Intro 04:25 - McAvoy ranked 11th among NHL defensemen 36:38 - Hage...

Aug 14, 20251 hr 36 min

Looking Ahead To An Important Preseason For Lysell, Poitras & More

Ep 469, pt 1: We take a look at some Bruins prospects who have a lot riding on training camp and preseason performances. 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 13, 202531 min
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