Poke the Bear

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 119

Brad Marchand’s Shocking Return & How Does it Impact the Lineup? 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Brad Marchand’s shocking return to the Bruins lineup. But was it rushed? The guys also dive into how Marchand impacts the lineup, where his presence is most needed and what are the best four lines that can be put together? 

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1:30 - Brad Marchand shocks the world 

6:00 - Everything is going right 

10:00 - Marchand’s impact on the power play 

13:00 - Lineup questions 

18:00 - The impact of Brandon Carlo and Matt Grzelcyk returning 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 118

Is the Defense an Issue & Thoughts on Pooh Bear’s Return 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss whether or not there’s reason to worry over the Bruins giving up seven goals in Ottawa on Tuesday night. The guys also get into Matt Grzelcyk’s return, Craig Smith’s struggles and the new Pooh Bear jerseys. 

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1:45 - Is there a reason to panic over the Senators game? 

5:00 - Any worries about Jeremy Swayman? 

9:00 - AJ Greer and Nick Foligno have been pleasant surprises 

12:00 - What to do about Craig Smith 

17:00 - Matt Grzelcyk returns 

20:00 - The Pooh Bear returns 

24:00 - Could the Bruins use a jersey change? 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 117

Encouraging Signs From Game 1 & David Pastrnak is Going to Get PAID 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss the Bruins big first win over the Capitals. The guys dive into the duo of David Krejci and David Pastrnak, how much Pastrnak will be getting paid (hint: a LOT) and other takeaways. 

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2:00 - David Krejci and David Pastrnak are quite good together 

8:00 - Pastrnak is going to get a ton of money 

14:00 - Bruins have some work to do on defense…or do they? 

16:00 - Are the Bruins going to look like a whole new team? 

20:00 - Linus Ullmark was outstanding 

24:00 - Latest on Jake DeBrusk 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 116

Biggest Questions and X-Factors That Will Determine Bruins’ Success 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss the Bruins sending down Marc McLaughlin. They also give their biggest questions and x-factors that will determine the team’s success. And…should the Bruins have hopes for a Stanley Cup? 

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1:00 - Did the Bruins make a mistake by sending down Marc McLaughlin? 

6:00 - Wait…didn’t the Bruins want to incorporate more young guys? 

12:00 - What will the Bruins treading water look like? 

16:00 - Brad Marchand when he returns 

21:00 - Developing a real third line 

27:00 - How much does the tandem of Swayman and Ullmark improve? 

32:00 - So…are they Cup contenders? 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 115

What A.J. Greer Could Turn Into & Early Lineup Predictions 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Boston’s fandom with A.J. Greer. The guys dissect where he might fit in the lineup, as well as give predictions for what the Opening Night lineup might be. They also get into Jack Studnicka, Anton Stralman and Mike Reilly. 

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1:15 - Boston is obsessed with A.J. Greer 

5:00 - The ceiling for Greer is interesting 

8:00 - Where does Greer fit in the lineup? 

11:00 - Has Jack Studnicka done enough to be the fourth line center? 

18:00 - The value of Anton Stralman 

24:00 - The projected third line 

29:00 - What’s the best fit for a fourth line? 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 114

Early Thoughts from Jim Montgomery & Fabian Lysell in a Big Role 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal open by discussing the career and impact of Zdeno Chara. Then they got into the start of training camp, Jim Montgomery’s comments and Fabian Lysell skating with Patrice Bergeron. 

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2:30 - The impact of Zdeno Chara 

8:00 - What will Chara do next? 

12:00 - Interesting comments from Jim Montgomery 

16:00 - Fabian Lysell skates with Patrice Bergeron 

23:00 - An underrated battle in camp 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 113

Brad Marchand’s Injury Status & The Importance of the Second Line 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Brad Marchand's comments on, well, everything. They also get into the importance of Taylor Hall, Jake DeBrusk's first comments on Bruce Cassidy's firing since rescinding his trade request and Fabian Lysell Mania. 

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3:00 - Brad Marchand speaks out about his injury 

6:30 - Marchand will lay off David Pastrnak 

10:00 - Taylor Hall emphasizes a very important point 

16:00 - Jake DeBrusk answers the Bruce Cassidy question and people have mixed reactions 

22:00 - Fabian Lysell is quite good! 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 112

The Most Important Things to Watch For in Bruins Training Camp  

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss the five biggest things to watch for in Bruins training camp, which is coming up soon (thankfully). 

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1:00 - Evan has a big announcement 

4:00 - There’s so many players vying for spots on the fourth line 

10:00 - What’s going to happen with Fabian Lysell? 

15:00 - Depth on the backend is quite interesting 

20:00 - Pavel Zacha has a huge chance in front of him 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 111

Should the Bruins Pursue P.K. Subban or Keith Yandle & Are the Bruins Underrated? 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media discuss Pavel Zacha being due for a scoring surge this season,. The guys also dive into whether or not the Bruins should sign Keith Yandle or P.K. Subban to PTOs. Plus, are the Bruins underrated? 

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1:00 - Evan loved The Wire 

4:00 - All signs are pointing up for Pavel Zacha 

10:00 - Should the Bruins take a chance on either Keith Yandle or P.K. Subban? 

16:00 - What’s happening on the Nick Foligno front?

20:00 - Foligno doesn’t make sense on this team’s fourth line 

23:00 - Are the Bruins underrated? 

27:00 - The top of the Atlantic Division is overrated 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 110

What Can the Bruins Promise David Pastrnak Long-Term & Early Look at the Top Six 

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media discuss the latest rumblings surrounding David Pastrnak and his extension. The guys get into the future of the Bruins down the middle and why it’s not great if Pastrnak bases his decision off of it. Plus, Jim Montgomery offers up his early thoughts on the top six. 

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1:30 - David Pastrnak is in no rush 

5:00 - What is the Bruins future plans? 

10:00 - What can the Bruins offer David Pastrnak? 

12:00 - Some uncomfortable truths are about to be brought up 

14:00 - Jim Montgomery proposes his likely top-six 

17:30 - Conor has a BIG interview coming 

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