What's Bruin

The Boston Bruins find themselves back in a playoff position, and Mason Lohrei finds himself on the ninth floor. Chris and Gayle discuss all this and whether or not the team can maintain being in the playoff race the rest of the season. They get a surprise visit from Kevin O'Keefe at the end of the show as he jumps on the show for the first time in over 3 years! Subscribe to our YouTube channel so...

Gayle is feeling better this week, so she and Chris discuss the Bruins’ 3-5-0 start to the season. Before the show, Michael Callahan was recalled from Providence as Jordan Harris landed on Injured Reserve. They discuss the lineup, Hampus Lindholm's critical role to the team, and what fans can expect from the team in the future. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss the show when it ai...

Gayle was ill this week. So, on Friday, Chris sat down with Court Lalonde of Bruins Diehards. They discussed the 3-0-0 for the Bruins. The team is now 3-2-0 and has suffered two straight losses. Chris and Court discuss why the team has dropped their last two games and whether fans should expect this trend to continue. Check out Court’s work over on the Bruins Diehard YouTube channel and follow him...

Before the season opener, Chris and Gayle discuss the recent news that Zdeno Chara’s number 33 will be retired this season. After that, they dive into the final cuts that were made and what the opening roster and lineup are set to be. They discuss what is next for the players who were cut and why no one was picked up off the waiver wire. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss the show...

Check out the full episode from Wednesday’s season opener. Chris and Gayle start you off with an episode of What's Bruin discussing Zdeno Chara’s number getting retired later this season. They also discuss the players who were placed on waivers as final cuts were made to ensure the roster cap compliance. In this unedited version of the episode, the conversation continues through the Bruins’ season...

As the preseason begins to wind down, some cuts have been made. However, there are plenty more roster decisions to be made. Chris and Gayle discuss their lineup options, as well as which surprise players haven’t performed well enough to make the roster. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss the show when it airs LIVE on Wednesday, October 8th, before the Bruins take on the Washington...

As the Bruins have started their preseason games, Chris and Gayle discussed which young players were standing out and giving themself a chance to make the roster. They also discussed how John Beecher fits into the lineup, what he does well, and they dive into Dom Tiano's lineup and salary cap. What’s Bruin is presented by Next Shift Hockey. Follow Chris: BlueSky: cnosek6342.bsky.social Instagram:...

Players have officially reported for training camp. David Pastrnak is starting the season with an injury, and we've heard from Don Sweeney and Marco Sturm. Chris and Gayle review all of this and more. Be sure to tune into next week's show LIVE!  What’s Bruin is presented by Next Shift Hockey. Follow Chris: BlueSky: cnosek6342.bsky.social Instagram: _chrisnosek Threads: @_chrisnosek TikTok: @cnosek...

The roster for Rookie Camp and the prospect challenge in Buffalo has been set. Chris and Gayle return to their weekly show as the Boston Bruins prepare for the start of the preseason.  What's Bruin is presented in partnership with Next Shift Hockey - keep an eye out for our brand new show, The Next Shift Podcast, starting soon. Follow Chris: BlueSky: cnosek6342.bsky.social Instagram: _chrisnosek T...

Kenny Kaminsky joins Chris and Gayle as they discuss the potential look and results for the Boston Bruins. They look at how this team is constructed, who has a chance to make the roster, and what the lineup might look like when the team breaks camp. What’s Bruin is presented by Next Shift Hockey.  Follow Chris: BlueSky: cnosek6342.bsky.social Instagram: _chrisnosek Threads: @_chrisnosek TikTok: @c...

Chris and Gayle turn the page to the 2025-26 season for the Boston Bruins. On this episode, they touch on James Hagens' return to BC, the Bruins going without a Captain to start the year, and what prospect Cole Spicer's future with the organization could look like. What's Bruin is presented in partnership with Next Shift Hockey - keep an eye out for our brand new show, The Next Shift Podcast, star...

On Wednesday, Chris and Gayle sat down to finalize the details for the 2024-25 season of the Boston Bruins and discuss the upcoming schedule for the 2025-26 season. Plenty of questions and comments from the viewers contribute to the conversation as the new season looms and quickly approaches. Be sure to keep your eyes out for some major announcements coming on August 1st!  Chris's Accounts: BlueSk...

The Bruins landed James Hagens in the draft and signed a bunch of bottom-six forwards on the first day of free agency. Chris and Gayle discuss the players who have been brought in via free agency so far and review the draft. The development camp has been taking place this week at Warrior Ice Arena, so they also discuss what Chris has observed during the camp.  Many changes are coming - be sure to...

Chris and Gayle discuss the new jerseys released by the Boston Bruins, the contract extension Mason Lohrei signed, and what the Bruins should do during this weekend's draft. Many changes are coming - be sure to follow @whatsbruin6342 on X (Twitter) to stay updated on the latest!  Chris's Accounts: BlueSky: whatsbruin.bsky.social Instagram: _chrisnosek Threads: @_chrisnosek TikTok: @cnosek6342 X (T...

In this episode, Chris and Gayle discuss the press conference introducing Marco Sturm as the new Head Coach and what the lineup could look like heading into the new season.  Can't catch the show live? Please email us your questions at 6342whatsbruin@gmail.com Check out www.puck-off.com and dom.hockey for more great content from Puck Off Hockey and follow us on your preferred social media platform!...

Chris and Gayle discuss Marco Sturm's hiring as the new Head Coach and what he will have to work with going into next season. They also discuss Joe Sacco heading to New York as an assistant and the remaining questions about the rest of the coaching staff and what part Sturm will play in hiring them. Can't catch the show live? Please email us your questions at 6342whatsbruin@gmail.com Check out www...

After the United States won Gold at the IIHF Men's World Championship, Chris and Gayle discuss how the Bruins performed in the tournament and what it could mean for them heading into next season. They also addressed the conference finals, playoff format, and head coaching search.  Can't catch the show live? Please email us your questions at 6342whatsbruin@gmail.com Check out www.puck-off.com and d...

The Boston Bruins have given General Manager Don Sweeney a two-year contract extension as he enters into a critical off-season. Chris and Gayle discuss the extension, what it means for the team, and how not having it could have affected some coaches and players signing in Boston. They also discuss whether or not Sweeney deserves the extension and why many fans still remain calling for him to lose...

Chris and Gayle had a long discussion about the future of the Boston Bruins franchise and what the lineup could look like for next season. They talk about how this team can accomplish their goal of getting back to the playoffs after missing them this year and just how reasonable that his. They also discussed recent officiating controversies in the NHL playoffs and inconsistencies in supplemental d...

Gayle joins the program...for good, and the Bruins are picking 7th overall in the draft. They discuss some of the recent events in the playoffs and what the Bruins should do with their 7th overall pick. Is a trade-up or down an option, and what would that trade look like? Can't catch the show live? Email us your questions at 6342whatsbruin@gmail.com Check out www.puck-off.com and dom.hockey for mo...

Gayle Troiani joins Chris as they discuss the end-of-season press conference, breakup day, and the overall season from the Boston Bruins. They discuss whether or not Don Sweeney and Cam Neely deserve to keep their jobs, whether or not they should explore trading Jeremy Swayman, and whether or not the Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov signings were mistakes. They also dive into the player developme...

The Bruins went winless on their road trip through the west coast. The team can't generate shots or score goals. They answer a lot of viewer questions as the Bruins continue to improve their odds for a top pick in the draft as the questions regarding the roster continue to build for the offseason. Follow us across social media: Chris's Accounts: Instagram/Threads/TikTok/X (Twitter)/BlueSky: @cnose...

As the NCAA tournament rolls around and season seasons are coming to a close, Chris and Dom discuss what you should look for out of the prospects in the Boston Bruins organization to round out their seasons. They also get into the Providence Bruins as they look to make a push for the Calder Cup playoffs and how that roster could start to look different for next season.  Follow us across social med...

The Bruins are on a West Coast road trip and it hasn't gotten off to a good start. Fabian Lysell has found his way back into the lineup, yet the team still can't generate offensive chances. Chris and Dom discuss all this plus more about the future for the team as they approach the final few weeks of their season.  Follow us across social media: Chris's Accounts: Instagram/Threads/TikTok/X (Twitter...

Josh Klick of McKeens Hockey joined the show to review what some of the NCAA free agents might be able to add to a team. Chris and Dom also discuss what might change on the blue for Providence now that Ty Gallagher has signed and joined the team for practice, along with Jonathan Myrenberg.  The full list of NCAA players discussed, with time stamps:  4:15 - Dalton Bancroft (F) Cornell University 7:...