The Skate Podcast

We react to the Bruins' 5-2 loss to the Canadiens. Why weren't they ready to go to start this one? Jeremy Swayman got pulled; how much was he at fault? Plus, the Bruins' power play is now in a 2-for-24 slump and needs to be fixed.Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:00:00 - Bruins 'Homecoming' presentation9:19 - Pastrnak's comments on Bruins' "unacceptable" start vs. Montreal14:30 - Swayman gets pulled; Fowler has great night23:05 - Power-play issues and potential tweaks37:20 - Proposing new 5-on-5 lines48:30 - Live look at practice lines49:45 - Why has Aspirot been playing over Clifton?

We discuss the Bruins' holiday toy shopping, Hampus Lindholm's strong start to the season, and potentially yet another high-profile trade request. Then we answer listener questions about hockey stats, Pavel Zacha, Bruins goalie development, and the next Bruins to get their number retired.Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:00:00 - Bridgette tagged along for Bruins' holiday toy shopping15:25 - Matvei Michkov reportedly wants out of Philly30:50 - Is Hampus Lindholm back?43:10 - Mailbag: What's one stat we wish was tracked?55:45 - Why would the Bruins want Larkin over Zacha?1:17:35 - Why have the B's gotten such strong goaltending for so long?1:28:45 - After Bergeron, who are the next Bruins to go to the Hall of Fame?

Discussing the Bruins' eventful win over the Panthers, including fights, goals and poor officiating. The latest on James Hagens' injury and the Bruins' corresponding roster moves. The Devils issue a weird statement about Connor Hellebuyck. Plus, our favorite Patrice Bergeron moments as he gets inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:00:00 - Bergeron's Hall of Fame weekend7:07 - Hagens injury update11:53 - Bruins make a statement against Panthers24:38 - Eyssimont contributes after call up; Poitras back in39:43 - Geekie and Elias Lindholm continue scoring45:00 - Zadorov fights Brady Tkachuck57:07 - Best postgame comments after win over Panthers1:06:00 - Devils weird statement about Connor Hellebuyck1:12:00 - Our favorite Patrice Bergeron moments as he gets inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame

We react to the Bruins' dominant 6-2 win in Pittsburgh, which also included an injury to James Hagens. Plus, will the Bruins have a realistic shot at landing Nikita Kucherov? We also answer some mailbag questions about Dean Letourneau, Marco Sturm, Casey Mittelstadt, and line combinations.Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:01:30 - Bruins dominate Penguins04:55 - Hagens leaves with injury09:00 - How Kucherov situation could affect B's, Zacha23:20 - Takeaways from the win in Pittsburgh29:33 - Was Girard's crosscheck on Hagens a cheap shot?33:25 - Mailbag: Will the B's hold up against division rivals?37:55 - Checking in on Dean Letourneau49:10 - What are our ideal lines for the Bruins?57:30 - Why is there more fighting this season?1:02:18 - Should the Bruins extend Mittelstadt?

We discuss the Bruins' shootout win over Vegas and Marco Sturm's usage of James Hagens. Then we answer your mailbag questions about Nikita Kucherov, Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson, Matt Poitras and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:00:00 - Opening Shifts: Elias Lindholm's bounce-back season09:20 - What Brunet learned from healthy scratches13:37 - Should Sturm trust Hagens more?35:08 - Mailbag starts: What would you give up for Kucherov?46:56 - Players we think the Bruins got rid of too early54:06 - Should the B's be more interested in Dylan Larkin or Simon Edvinsson?59:23 - Are the Bruins mishandling Poitras's development?

Discussing the key players in the Bruins' comeback win over Chicago. Can Morgan Geekie's goal get him going? Thoughts on the Bruins' Hometown Remix jerseys. What's going to happen with Nikita Kucherov? Should Marco Sturm show more trust in James Hagens, Frederic Brunet and Matt Poitras?Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:00:00 - Elias Lindholm is healthy and producing14:31 - Kucherov requests a trade23:23 - Fashion Segment: Bruins' Hometown Remix jerseys32:25 - Can Geekie's goal against Chicago get him going?42:00 - Should Sturm show more trust in James Hagens, Frederic Brunet and Matt Poitras?1:14:36 - Zadorov gets fined1:20:35 - How could a Kucherov trade shake up the Atlantic?

We react to the Bruins' rough 4-1 loss to the Blues. How can the B's get Pavel Zacha and Morgan Geekie going? James Hagens continues to produce. Does David Pastrnak look off? Plus, the latest in the Dylan Larkin saga, and the Bruins' "Hometown Remix" jersey leaks.Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:00:00 - Bruins lose to Detroit; Zacha and Geekie struggle 5-on-512:00 - Should Brunet come back in?49:52 - Should Bruins still be interested in Dylan Larkin?1:02:38 - Fashion segment: Bruins Hometown Remix Jerseys

We break down the Bruins' 2-1 loss to Carolina in a matchup of the top two teams in the East. How far away from the Hurricanes are the B's? What can Boston learn from this loss? Plus, the top six struggles, a potential lineup change on defense, and Matt Poitras's ice time is down.Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:00:00 - Opening Shifts: Bruins see what a true contender is05:00 - Bruins needed more from their top six11:30 - Bruins survive a few notable injury scares17:30 - Sturm finds positives to take from loss24:00 - Brunet's learning moment; Will he draw out of lineup?43:40 - Should Poitras be getting more minutes?

Discussing the Bruins' win over the Sharks and their rise to the top of the NHL standings. Has James Hagens exceeded expectations this season? Plus, could the Bruins be the next team added to Dylan Larkin's list of approved teams?Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected]

We discuss the Bruins' 6-0 win over the Predators and how Boston is stacking up in the Eastern Conference. David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy had big nights. Michael DiPietro earned an emotional first NHL shutout. What are the biggest improvements from last season? Plus, Connor Hellebuyck finally got traded and Marco Sturm read Scott's article that was critical of him.Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] to:01:50 - Bruins avoid the trap, blow out Predators03:40 - Michael DiPietro's shutout on an emotional night10:20 - How the Bruins are stacking up in the East14:00 - Bruins' confidence, vibes are sky-high19:40 - How does Hellebuyck trade impact Bruins?28:20 - Sturm responds to Scott's critical article45:55 - Pastrnak, McAvoy lead the way vs. Nashville