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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 386

Why the Bruins Shouldn’t be Trading Any Defensemen Yet

Conor Ryan of 98.5 The Sports Hub joins Evan Marinofsky of The New England Hockey Journal take a look at how the Bruins stand in terms of personnel. With some strong performances from rookies on the defensive end, should the Bruins consider a trade?

TOPICS:

- The Maple Leafs continue to talk

- The Bruins finally lost a game in regulation

- There will be growing pains with this team…and that’s fine

- The big takeaway from Saturday night’s game

- Fabian Lysell is trending up

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Welcome to 'Bruins Beat,' where your host Evan Marinofsky from New England Hockey Journal dives into the heart of Boston hockey. This week, we're thrilled to welcome special guest Pete Blackburn, co-host of the 'What Chaos Show,' to share his fresh perspectives. Together, we'll tackle the pressing question: Why isn't Tyler Bertuzzi finding his groove in Toronto? We'll also spotlight Mason Lohrei's exceptional NHL debut and break down what his presence means for the Bruins' defense. Plus, we're sizing up the Bruins' prospect pool – have we underestimated its depth? Join Evan and Pete as they dissect these topics and give you the insider's edge on all things Bruins.

Topics

- Pete has a new show

- Why isn’t Tyler Bertuzzi fitting in Toronto?

- Mason Lohrei looks legit through one game

- What he adds to the blue line

- Is the Bruins prospect pool better than we thought it was? 

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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 384

Are the Bruins Early Stanley Cup Contenders? 

Conor Ryan of 98.5 The Sports Hub joins Evan Marinofsky of The New England Hockey Journal to talk all things Bruins. The team looks good, but just how good will they be against some of the better teams in the league? Evan and Conor look forward to a tougher schedule, and what personnel decisions may be incoming.

TOPICS:

-Is it too early to consider the Bruins Cup contenders?

-Danton Heinen extension talk

-Is there any chance Poitras doesn't stay in the NHL?

-The chemistry is growing among the team

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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 383

Why This Feels Like a New Era of Bruins Hockey 

Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal and Mike Grinnell of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast sit down to discuss this hot start for the Bruins. Grinnell gives his takes on the state of the team, what they need to do moving forward, and the state of the division. Is there an avenue for this Bruins team to make the playoffs?

TOPICS:

- Initial thoughts after six Bruins games

- Why Connor Bedard is so good for the NHL and what the league can do to keep promoting stars

- The emergence of Matt Poitras

- Should the Bruins add to this team?

- How can the Bruins acquire a franchise center…and do they still need to?

- Thoughts on the rest of the Atlantic Division

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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 382

Biggest takeaways from Bruins California Trip 

Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal and Conor Ryan from Boston.com react to Matt Poitras' first NHL goals out west and explore the reasons behind why he works at the NHL level. But amidst all the excitement, there's a lingering question: Should we be worried about Jake DeBrusk? Tune in to get the latest insights and analysis on the Boston Bruins

TOPICS:

- Matt Poitras ends the trip in a big way 

- Why Poitras is working at the NHL level 

- Bruins still have lots to clean up and work out 

- The goaltending duo is fully back 

- Should we be worried about Jake DeBrusk? 

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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 381

How the Bruins Can Generate More Scoring

Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal and Scott McLaughlin of WEEI discuss Scott's desire to change the Bruins' goal song and shares his latest hot take. We also discuss whether Conor Garland could be a good fit for the Bruins and offer an overall outlook on the trade market. Plus, we talk about what to watch for during the upcoming trip out west and hear Matt Poitras' goals for the team in the next series of games.

TOPICS:

- Scott wants to change the Bruins goal song 

- Scott’s other hot take 

- Is Conor Garland a fit for the Bruins? 

- Overall outlook on the trade market 

- What we’re looking for in trip out west 

- Matt Poitras’ goals for the next bunch of games 

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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 380

How the Bruins Can Generate More Scoring

Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal and Conor Ryan from Boston.com begin by discussing what the recent win over Nashville reveals about the team's performance and potential. They also analyze James van Riemsdyk's impact and how he's meeting expectations since his signing. Jeremy Swayman's standout performance is highlighted as he emerges as a key player for the Bruins. The conversation then shifts to Jim Montgomery's forward line adjustments and their potential impact on team dynamics. Finally, they explore strategies for the Bruins to improve their 5v5 scoring capabilities, providing valuable insights into this aspect of their game.

TOPICS:

- What the win over Nashville says about this team 

- James van Riemsdyk doing exactly what they signed him to do 

- Jeremy Swayman looks outstanding 

- Jim Montgomery shaking up the forward lines 

- How can the Bruins generate more 5v5 scoring? 

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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 380

Bold Predictions for the Bruins 2023-24 season

Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal and Patrick Donnelly of Boston Sports Journal discuss a myriad of hot topics surrounding the world of hockey. They delve into how the Bruins impeccably executed the Centennial ceremony and ponder whether Connor Bedard is indeed the rising star everyone believes him to be. The duo also highlights Matt Poitras's undeniable talent and discusses the brewing question: Should the Bruins rethink their top six? The conversation wraps up with a look into the logical fit of Milan Lucic on the fourth line.

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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 379

Bold Predictions for the Bruins 2023-24 season

Bruins Beat and the CLNS Media Network is now partnered with FanDuel! Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal and Conor Ryan from Boston.com delve into the Bruins 2023-24 season with their Bold Predictions. Expect insightful forecasts, potential surprises, and breakout player predictions. Tune in for an engaging glimpse into the Bruins' anticipated season!

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Bruins Beat w/ Evan Marinofsky Ep. 378

Are Matthew Poitras and Mason Lohrei Ready to Make the Team? 

Bruins Beat and the CLNS Media Network is now partnered with FanDuel! Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal and Conor Ryan of Boston.com discuss Bruins Training Camp so far. Are Mason Lohrei and Matthew Poitras ready for full-time work in Boston? The guys also dive into roster battles in the bottom six. 

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5:00 - Alex Chiasson released 

9:20 - Matt Poitras’ performance in camp so far 

13:00 - Is Poitras ready for full-time work in Boston? 

17:00 - Johnny Beecher vs. Patrick Brown for the 4C spot 

22:00 - Is Mason Lohrei ready to make the NHL squad? 

26:00 - A critical moment coming 

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