The Skate Podcast

Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft joins Scott McLaughlin for Sunday Skate to discuss how the Bruins' trade for Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway fill the Bruins' roster needs. Which Bruins' defensemen will we see taken out of the lineup? Where do the Bruins' trades stack up with other Eastern Conference teams' moves? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To l...

Sunday Skate, pt 1: What former Bruins' goalie Andrew Raycroft thinks about Linus Ullmark's goalie goal. How Don Sweeney's latest addition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway is "exactly what the Bruins needed."  Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privac...

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' addition of Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway in a surprise move with the Washington Capitals. Where each new player will slot in. We answer the questions: did the Bruins get everything they need and did the Bruins give up too much? How the B's match up against the rest of the best teams in the East after the trade. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod |...

Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down Pastrnak's 40-goal milestone and where he compares to other top players in the NHL. We cover Krejci's 1000th game ceremony, DeBrusk's seamless return and McAvoy's outstanding performance. Why the Bruins shouldn't trade for Gavrikov. Plus, why the Bruins' bottom six could be a playoff x-factor. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice...

Ep 165, pt 3: Why the Bruins' bottom six could give them an edge in playoff matchups. Are the Bruins tweaking their two-goalie rotation strategy ahead of the playoffs? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Ep 165, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott analyze why the Bruins' shouldn't trade for Vladislav Gavrikov. What potential struggles the Bruins could face on their upcoming four-game road trip. Signs that the Bruins' defense is ramping things up to a new level. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn more about listener data and our privacy pr...

Ep 165, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the impressive play of David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy in the team's win over Ottawa. Where DeBrusk thinks his health is after a long layoff with injury. Krejci's 1000th game celebration. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https...

Ep 164, pt 3: Answering listener questions on Taylor Hall and if Don Sweeney made a mistake not going all-in for Bo Horvat. Should the Bruins use an even goalie rotation in the playoffs? 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

Ep 164, pt 2: Scott McLaughlin and Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft go through a long list of reasons Swayman should be off the table as an option in a trade package at the deadline. Why you probably won't see the Bruins make a huge splash at the trade deadline. How much better does Ryan O'Reilly make the Maple Leafs? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc....

Scott McLaughlin, Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft and Bridgette Proulx kick off the first Sunday Skate of the year by breaking down the Bruins' win over the Islanders, Jake DeBrusk's immediate impact in his return and when the Bruins should start load management. Razor explains why there's no way Don Sweeney will move Jeremy Swayman at the trade deadline. How the Bruins stack up against Toronto and the Ra...

Ep 164, pt 1: Scott McLaughlin and Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft discuss the Bruins win over the Islanders. Why Razor says the Bruins have to make a move at the deadline. How the Bruins playoff path looks considering the new editions to Toronto. 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://podc...

Ep 163, pt 3: Brian, Bridgette and Scott get into the large number of cons of trading Jeremy Swayman at the trade deadline. What other moves would be better for the Bruins? What player we are most worried about seeing picked up by Toronto or another Eastern Conference contender at the trade deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx    To lear...

Ep 163, pt 1: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the improvements to the Bruins' powerplay, top-line contributions and good performance for Craig Smith against his former team in Nashville. Jake DeBrusk awaits final health clearance. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://ww...

Ep 163, pt 2: Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss Hampus Lindholm's performance in Nashville and how important he could be to the Bruins' in the playoffs. Analyzing Don Sweeney's most recent trades to judge his most likely strategy at this trade deadline. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practi...

Brian, Bridgette and Scott break down the Bruins' win in Nashville including what led to Marchand and Bergeron ending their extended droughts. Could Hampus Lindholm be the Bruins' biggest asset on the back end in the playoffs? Is trading Jeremy Swayman at the deadline truly an option for the Bruins? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn m...

Brian, Bridgette and Scott discuss the Bruins' overtime win in Dallas capped off by a David Pastrnak game-winning goal. Analyzing Hall's performance, the Bruins' continued powerplay struggles and the line changes that helped spark the win. Plus, the latest on DeBrusk, Nosek and Bruins' trade rumors. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn m...

Ep 162, pt 2: The contributions from the Bruins' bottom six against Dallas. Thoughts on where Craig Smith fits in. What the Bruins can learn from the Stars' power 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

Ep 162, pt 1: How some third period tinkering with lines sparked the Bruins' comeback in Dallas. What's going on with Marchand and Bergeron's reduced production? Pavel Zacha has another great game. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn...

Ep 162, pt 3: Did Tomas Nosek suffer a setback in his injury recovery? Will the Bruins get Jake DeBrusk back in Nashville? Assessing three of the Bruins' most recent trade rumors. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your a...

From 'Gametime with Boomer Esiason' (subscribe here), This week's guest is Harvard hockey coach and 17 year NHL veteran, Ted Donato 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

Ep. 161, Part 3: Brian and Scott look around the rest of the Eastern Conference, including at the Rangers now that they've traded for Vladimir Tarasenko. They also run through some possible Bruins targets. 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

Ep. 161, Part 2: Brian and Scott analyze the Bruins' defensive play in their first game back, including Brandon Carlo helping to keep Alex Ovechkin at bay. They also react to Jakob Chychrun being healthy-scratched for "trade-related reasons." 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://p...

Ep. 161, Part 1: Brian and Scott discuss the Bruins' offensive struggles against the Capitals and the poor officiating, which Brad Marchand called out after the game. 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

Brian and Scott (no Bridgette) break down the Bruins' loss to the Capitals in their first game back from the All-Star break. They also react to Jakob Chychrun being scratched for "trade-related reasons" and the Bruins apparently being one of the teams in on him. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choi...

Brian, Bridgette and Scott are joined by former Bruins' goalie Andrew 'Razor' Raycroft to discuss new reporting on an elevated price for David Pastrnak's contract extension and if he thinks it makes sense for the Bruins to trade for Jakob Chychrun or Patrick Kane. Hear what Razor has to say about the rivalry in goalie duos during his time in the league. (p.s. sorry for Brian's fire alarm!!) Follow...