The Skate Podcast

We give our thoughts on the plausibility and fairness of several listener's ideas of trades the Bruins could make to get better this season. Plus, will the Bruins avoid a rebuild by definition? And, a listener is mad at Scott over his take on Tanner Jeannot. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more about l...

We answer listener questions about some of the Bruins free-agent acquisitions and what they mean for young players. Plus, is Casey Mittelstadt a comparable player to what James Hagens will be? 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.audacyin...

Discussing the Bruins deals in free agency and via trade, what the lineup is shaping up to look like next season and whether or not today pushed them closer to being a playoff team. Plus, correcting some bad takes about Bruins' draft pick James Hagens. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - List of Br...

Discussing new contracts for Morgan Geekie, Marat Khusnutinov and others. Plus, what to expect in free agency with many of the best options already resigned. And we go over the Bruins seven draft picks and storylines from Day 1 of development camp. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - All 7 Bruins'...

Discussing the Bruins' decision to draft BC's James Hagens at seventh-overall, what his strengths and weaknesses are and how close he is to being in the NHL. 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 abo...

Ep 455, pt 1: In a special fashion segment, we discuss the Bruins' new jerseys for the 2025-26 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

Ep 455, pt 2: Discussing this year's NHL Hall of Fame selections Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton & Jack Parker. 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 455, pt 3: Discussing the news out of Don Sweeney's pre-draft press conference including his comments on the availability of the seventh-overall pick, free agency and how close he is to a deal with some key RFAs and UFAs. 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/...

Ep 455, Pt 4: In our final mock draft before the NHL Draft on Friday, we make the top 9 selections based on the most recent reporting. Who will the Bruins get at seventh overall? 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

We discuss what Don Sweeney said in today's pre-draft press conference, the new Bruins' uniforms and Zdeno Chara's election into the NHL Hall of Fame. Plus, we go through our final mock draft ahead of Friday's NHL Draft. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Fashion Segment 56:00 - Mock draft begins...

Ep 454, pt 1: Discussing what players should be available at seven-overall and why it would be a mistake to trade that selection. 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 454, pt 2: Did the Bruins get a good deal on Mason Lohrei's contract extension? 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 454, pt 3: Reacting to Trevor Zegras getting traded to the Flyers. 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 454, pt 4: Is Georgii Merkulov on the verge of leaving the Bruins? Plus, looking at the most recent draft rankings that show James Hagens could fall into the Bruins range. 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

Discussing the details of the deal the Bruins made to keep Mason Lohrei in Boston and if the deal was a good value. Plus, why trading out of the seventh-overall pick would be a mistake for the Bruins. And, is Georgii Merkulov on the verge of leaving the Bruins? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com To learn more abou...

Ep 453, pt 1: Will the Bruins' new assistant coach hire be good for the powerplay? Marchand's wild celebrations & hints of a Sam Bennett contract extension. Jonathan Toews re-emerges with Winnipeg. 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 453, pt 2: What some recent signings could mean for Morgan Geekie's next contract. Discussing Steve Spott's background and potential PP 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

Ep 453, pt 3: (Mailbag) Is Edmonton interested in Swayman? Does McDavid want out of Edmonton after second Cup loss? Why did the Bruins delay their rebuild? 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

Discussing the Bruins' new assistant coach Steve Spott, his background and how he could improve the Bruins' power play. Plus, what some recent signings could mean for Morgan Geekie. And, we answer your mailbag questions! Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com Jump to: 00:00 - Will the Bruins' new assistant coach hire...

Ep 452, pt 1: Panthers win their second-straight Cup 08:00 - Scott gives his way-too-early prediction for next year's Stanley Cup champion 13:00 - Would the Panthers have won without adding Marchand? 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 452, pt 2: Discussing the top six players on the US and Canadian 2026 Olympic roster, teams schedules and groups and whether or not Brad Marchand will make the cut. 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 452, pt 3: Discussing some trade rumors and ideas surrounding the Bruins and Islanders potential to make a trade that could include this year's first round picks. 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

Discussing the Panthers second-straight Stanley Cup title, Brad Marchand's role in their playoff run and whether or not Florida will still be the favorite in the East next season. Plus, USA and Canada announce their "first 6" players and schedules for the 2026 Olympics and we dive into some rumors involving the Bruins potentially trading their seventh-overall pick. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkateP...

Ep 451, pt 1: Bruins make a summer trade that could add depth to their defense. 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 451, pt 2: Discussing some of the revisionist history of the Marchand trade in light of his great Stanley Cup performance. 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