Locked On Bruins - Daily Podcast On The Boston Bruins

In this episode of Locked On Bruins, host Ian McLaren analyzes Kirill Kaprizov's record-breaking contract with the Minnesota Wild and its implications for the Boston Bruins. He compares Kaprizov's performance to David Pastrnak's, highlighting Pastrnak's superior production and value on his current contract.  McLaren discusses the Bruins' missed opportunity in drafting Kaprizov and explores potenti...

David Pastrnak returned to preseason action looking sharp, picking up an assist and throwing his weight around, while Jeremy Swayman made his first start in net with a mix of highlight saves and costly mistakes.  The Bruins rolled out their “dress rehearsal” lineup in a 3-2 shootout loss to the Flyers, showing encouraging signs on defense and special teams but continued uncertainty in the middle s...

Hampus Lindholm returned to the Boston Bruins lineup for the first time since fracturing his patella last November, and Marco Sturm says the team finally played with the kind of detail he’s been demanding. Dalton Bancroft continues to impress after his standout career at Cornell, John Beecher scored a key goal, and Group A’s lineup looked almost identical to what we’ll see on opening night. But od...

The Boston Bruins made their first real roster split on Thursday at Warrior Ice Arena, with Marco Sturm separating NHL regulars from bubble hopefuls as camp cuts loom. Ian McLaren breaks down what it means for players like Fabian Lysell and Johnny Beecher, while also examining the decision to move Matt Poitras to wing alongside Casey Mittelstadt and Tanner Jeannot. Plus, the Bruins announced that...

What’s the best- and worst-case scenario for the Boston Bruins this season? Host Ian McLaren breaks it down on today’s Locked On Boston Bruins. The nightmare? Missing the playoffs by a single point — stuck in hockey purgatory with no playoff run and no draft lottery reward. The dream? Either winning the Stanley Cup or winning the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery, where elite prospects like Gavin McKenna, Ke...

The Boston Bruins erased a 4-1 deficit to beat the New York Rangers 5-4 in overtime at Madison Square Garden. Host Ian McLaren breaks down Mikey Eyssimont’s three-point third period, Joonas Korpisalo’s full 60-minute test amid glaring defensive miscues, and why Matěj Blümel, Casey Mittelstadt, and Marat Khusnutdinov are pushing for roster spots while Fabian Lysell and Matt Poitras remain on the bu...

David Pastrňák is back at Boston Bruins training camp after missing the opening days with knee tendinitis. He insists it’s nothing new — he played through it last season while posting 106 points — but should fans be concerned about his long-term health? Host Ian McLaren breaks down Pastrňák’s return, including Marco Sturm’s reaction and the impact on Boston’s top line with Elias Lindholm and Morga...

The Boston Bruins opened their preseason with a 5-2 loss to the Washington Capitals, and it wasn’t pretty. Defensive miscues and Michael DiPietro’s shaky outing overshadowed Marco Sturm’s debut behind the bench. Host Ian McLaren breaks down what went wrong in the D-zone, why DiPietro may have missed his chance to seize the backup goalie role, and how it ties into the Bruins’ “redemption or repeat”...

On today’s episode of Locked On Boston Bruins , Ian McLaren breaks down the biggest takeaways from Day 1 of training camp at Warrior Ice Arena. Culture Reset: Head coach Marco Sturm is tearing down old locker room hierarchies by mixing veterans and prospects, with Nikita Zadorov praising the change as a way to build real chemistry from Day 1. Pastrnak’s Tendinitis: David Pastrnak was the lone abse...

The Boston Bruins opened training camp with big news: David Pastrnak will miss the first few days due to tendinitis, but Don Sweeney calls it load management and expects him back early next week. Sweeney also confirmed the Bruins will not bring in any PTOs, signaling real opportunity for prospects like Fabian Lysell, Fraser Minten, and Matej Blümel to compete for roster spots. Host Ian McLaren bre...

In this episode of Locked On Boston Bruins , host Ian McLaren answers your top training camp questions. Can Michael DiPietro push past Joonas Korpisalo for the backup job? Who’s the better bounce-back bet — Jeremy Swayman, Elias Lindholm, or Nikita Zadorov? Ian breaks down Boston’s playoff chances, Don Sweeney’s offseason strategy, and the debate around the Tanner Jeannot contract. The episode wra...

Locked On Boston Bruins host Ian McLaren dives into bold training camp predictions that could shake up the B’s: Nikita Zadorov wearing the ‘C,’ Tanner Jeannot becoming a TD Garden fan favorite, and the latest chatter on Pavel Zacha trade interest — including from the rival Montreal Canadiens.  Then we zoom in on the realistic battles that will shape Boston’s opening night roster: Fabian Lysell’s c...

The Boston Bruins already have Nikita Zadorov and Elias Lindholm in black and gold — but could a full Calgary reunion be on the horizon? Host Ian McLaren talks about the possibility of adding Rasmus Andersson and Nazem Kadri : Why Andersson would instantly stabilize Boston’s blue line, but comes with only one guaranteed season before free agency in 2026. The real price of adding Kadri at $7M throu...

In this episode of Locked on Boston Bruins , host Ian McLaren is joined by fellow Bruins fan and Locked on NHL Game Night host Cam Stuart to break down the biggest questions heading into training camp. From lineup battles and prospect development to how Don Sweeney’s latest signings fit into the roster, they dig into what this season might hold. The two debate whether David Pastrnak or Charlie McA...

Kirill Kaprizov just rejected an eight-year, $128M contract extension from the Minnesota Wild — the richest deal in NHL history. Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins have David Pastrnak locked in long-term at $11.25M AAV , despite outproducing Kaprizov across the board the last three seasons. In this episode of Locked On Boston Bruins, Ian McLaren dives into: Why Kaprizov said no to $128M and how the risi...

Boston Bruins GM Don Sweeney set the tone for the 2025–26 season at the team’s annual golf outing, stressing that nothing will be handed out at training camp — every spot must be earned. He outlined a reset built on better health, stronger defensive structure, and much-needed special teams improvements, while leaning on stars like David Pastrnak, Charlie McAvoy, and Jeremy Swayman to lead the char...

Boston’s special teams were a disaster last season — ranking near the bottom of the NHL on both the power play and penalty kill — and it cost them any shot at competing. On today’s Locked On Boston Bruins, Ian McLaren breaks down just how badly those struggles hurt the team’s goal differential and standings, and why improvement is non-negotiable in 2025-26. He also examines how new head coach Marc...

The Boston Bruins MUST learn from their past. With Ken Dryden’s passing this weekend, we’re reminded of how Boston once undervalued a young star and handed Montreal the backbone of a dynasty. Now, in 2025–26, Marco Sturm and Don Sweeney face a similar choice: lean on stopgap veterans like Jeannot, Arvidsson, and Kuraly — or trust Mason Lohrei, Fraser Minten, Fabian Lysell, and the next generation....

Jeremy Swayman is heading into Boston Bruins training camp with confidence and swagger — even calling himself “a completely different human being” in third person. After last year’s struggles and heavy fan criticism, the 26-year-old goalie looks locked in following a gold medal performance at the World Championships. Host Ian McLaren explains why Swayman is ready to rebound, why goalies in Boston...

For the first time in 20 years, the Boston Bruins are starting a season without a captain. Ian McLaren breaks down why the team is going with a leadership-by-committee approach, with David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy front and center. Pastrnak’s 106-point season, early arrival at camp, and renewed mindset prove he’s already the Bruins’ true leader. Plus, Bruin of the Day spotlights Marco Sturm — a...

Elias Lindholm admitted last year with the Boston Bruins was “a season I’d rather forget.” Now, entering the 2025–26 NHL season healthy and motivated, Lindholm is determined to redeem himself — and that redemption will define whether the Bruins bounce back into playoff contention. Host Ian McLaren breaks down: - Why Lindholm struggled in his first season with Boston (injuries, missed camp, distrac...

The Boston Bruins are being disrespected by oddsmakers. FanDuel has set their 2025–26 over/under at 76.5 points — the same total they finished with last year when they were last in the Eastern Conference.  In the Season 7 premiere of Locked On Boston Bruins, host Ian McLaren explains why this line is too low and why betting the over is the smart play.  On today’s show:  Segment 1: Why 76.5 is an i...

The Locked On Boston Bruins podcast dives into the team’s uncertain position between retooling and competing. Host Ian McLaren breaks down the offseason moves — from new head coach Marco Sturm to veteran additions like Viktor Arvidsson, Tanner Jeannot, and Sean Kuraly. We tackle the Bruins’ biggest questions: Can the roster construction support both immediate competitiveness and long-term growth?...

On today’s Locked On Boston Bruins, Ian McLaren dives into the latest trade chatter linking Fabian Lysell to the Edmonton Oilers. Would Boston move their 2021 first-round pick—and should they? Ian explains why the Bruins would jump at the chance if top prospect Matt Savoie were on the table, but also why that scenario is highly unlikely given Savoie’s upside and Edmonton’s roster needs. Plus, Jere...

The Boston Bruins know David Pastrnak will light the lamp this season - but who’s going to help him carry the load? Host Ian McLaren breaks down Boston’s biggest scoring concerns heading into 2025–26, from the fallout of Brad Marchand’s departure to whether Morgan Geekie can sustain last season's scoring surge. Ian also digs into internal options who could surprise like Fabian Lysell, Matt Poitras...