Poke the Bear

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 29

How will postponed games help Bruins & Brad Marchand's case for the Hart Trophy

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media break down how the postponed games against the Sabres will help the Bruins. They also discuss Brad Marchand's case for the Hart Trophy and Charlie McAvoy's case for the Norris. 

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1:00 - This weather STINKS

4:00 - How the postponed games impact the Bruins

8:00 - The NHL needs to handle COVID better 

13:00 - Brad Marchand's case for the Hart 

18:00 - Charlie McAvoy could make a real push for the Norris 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 28

What's Wrong with Jake DeBrusk & Preparing for Zdeno Chara to Play the Bruins

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media break down Jake DeBrusk's recent injury and why he's had a rough start to the season. The guys also debate what's more impressive: the penalty kill or the power play? They end by previewing Zdeno Chara's debut against the Bruins. 

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1:00 - Evan and Conor are mad they didn't get in on GameStop 

4:00 - What's wrong with Jake DeBrusk? 

10:00 - What's more surprising: the penalty kill or the power play? 

14:00 - Everyone is stepping up on the PK 

18:00 - Get ready for when Zdeno Chara hits Patrice Bergeron

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 27

Focusing on Bruins Positives to Start the Season

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media break down how the Bruins dodged a bullet with Matt Grzelcyk's injury. They also discuss some positive things done by the Bruins to begin the season. 

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Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal 

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2:00 - Conor & Evan haven't been at the Garden in quite a bit 

4:00 - Bruins luck out when it comes to Matt Grzelcyk looking good after awkward collision 

8:00 - Ondrej Kase on the other hand...

10:15 - Conor's face freezes at the perfect time on Zoom 

12:00 - Yes, we know the 5v5 scoring is bad. But what are some positives? 

14:00 - Tuukka Rask and Jaroslav Halak have enjoyed good defense in front of them 

17:00 - Trent Frederic's been a great addition to the fourth line 

20:00 - Nick Ritchie appreciation time 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 26

Best-Case & Worst-Case Scenarios for the 2021 Bruins

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media break down the best and worst case scenarios for the Bruins in 2021. They also preview the East Division and where the Bruins will finish. 

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Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal 

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6:00 - Fans are not in favor of Nick Ritchie

12:00 - What happens with Anders Bjork? 

18:00 - What's the worst-case scenario for the Bruins? 

22:00 - How about the best-case? 

29:00 - East Division Predictions

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 25

Patrice Bergeron Named Captain & Training Camp Observations

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media break down how Patrice Bergeron's leadership has influenced the Bruins, most importantly Brad Marchand. The guys also talk about what they're seeing at training camp and touch on the futures of Tuukka Rask and David Krejci. 

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Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal 

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2:00 - Bruins nailed the fake presentation of the "C" to Brad Marchand

8:00 - Patrice Bergeron is the best thing to happen to Brad Marchand 

16:00 - Tuukka Rask made the right call in leaving the bubble

24:00 - Future of David Krejci...

28:00 - Takeaways from training camp thus far 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 24

Best & Most Memorable Bruins Moments of 2020

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media break down the most memorable Bruins moments of 2020. They also dive into the best and most fun moments of the year for the Bruins. Surprisingly, there were quite a few. 

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1:00 - What a horrible year 

2:00 - Most memorable Bruins moment of the year 

8:00 - What could've been if the 2019-20 Bruins weren't paused 

14:00 - The 2011 Zoom call was the most fun moment of 2020 

19:00 - Never forget the mom's trip 

26:00 - Dallas and Boston always have great games 

30:00 - Marchand's moment of the year 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 23

8 Way-Too-Early Predictions for 2021 Bruins Season

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media break down 8 way-too-early predictions for the Bruins 2021 season. Some were expected, some were VERY hot takes. 

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Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal 

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4:00 - Prediction time! 

8:00 - Bruins will compete for Top 2 spot in the East Division 

11:00 - This could be Charlie McAvoy's year 

17:00 - Does Zdeno Chara return? 

26:00 - How's the power play without Torey Krug? 

31:00 - A trade will come 

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Poke the Bear w/ Conor Ryan Ep. 22

Bruins as Likely Spot for Mike Hoffman & Who Will Make the Active Roster?

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Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal is joined by Evan Marinofsky of CLNS Media to discuss why the Bruins seem to be the eventual destination for Mike Hoffman. They also break down what the active roster will look like for the Bruins once the season starts. 

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4:00 - Where does Kaspars Daugavins live? 

6:00 - Will Mike Hoffman sign with the Bruins? 

16:00 - Who will make the Bruins lineup to start the season? 

28:00 - There's going to be lots of internal competition 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 21

Bruins Rumored To Want Noah Hanifin & Should They Go For Max Pacioretty?

Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the report that the Bruins have expressed interest in Noah Hanifin. Conor and Evan Marinofsky also discuss why the Bruins should look into trading for Vegas Golden Knights forward Max Pacioretty. 

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Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal 

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2:00 - Bruins rumored to be in on Noah Hanifin

7:00 - Would Hanifin help the Bruins? 

16:00 - Should Bruins trade for Max Pacioretty? 

22:00 - What would the Bruins have to give up in a trade with the Golden Knights? 

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Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 20

Will the NHL Have a 2021 Season & 15th Anniversary of the Joe Thornton Trade

Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal breaks down when the NHL could return and if there will even be a season. Conor and Evan Marinofsky also celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Joe Thornton trade and consider some alternative scenarios. 

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Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal 

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3:00 - Cold weather needs to come back 

6:00 - Updates on NHL labor disputes 

15:00 - Jan. 1 start date seems unlikely 

18:00 - 15th anniversary of the Joe Thornton deal! 

25:00 - A big shoutout to Mike Loftus 

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