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Conor Ryan goes solo on Poke the Bear to break down the biggest takeaways from the Bruins’ first training camp practice. Conor starts with James Hagens and Boston’s young forward group, including the early look at Hagens alongside Fraser Minten and Marat Khusnutdinov and why giving the Bruins’ young players meaningful opportunities will be crucial this season. He also dives into Frederic Brunet opening camp next to Charlie McAvoy and why Brunet’s skating, puck movement and transition game could make him an intriguing fit on Boston’s blue line. Later, Conor examines the Bruins’ top six, David Pastrnak’s early line combination with Elias Lindholm and Morgan Geekie, and whether Fraser Minten could eventually be an option alongside Pastrnak. Plus, he discusses Boston’s captaincy decision, Nikita Zadorov’s dark-horse case, and the latest on Pavel Zacha’s contract talks and uncertain long-term future with the Bruins. 0:00 Intro 2:43 James Hagens & the Bruins’ Young Line 8:55 Frederic Brunet’s Opportunity With Charlie McAvoy 14:49 PrizePicks 16:16 David Pastrnak & Bruins Top-Six Lines 19:00 Pavel Zacha, Casey Mittelstadt & JJ Peterka 21:32 Bruins Captaincy & Nikita Zadorov 22:20 Pavel Zacha’s Contract Situation 25:36 Training Camp Takeaways & Outro Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evan Marinofsky goes solo on Bruins Beat to react to Day 1 of Bruins training camp and break down the first look at Boston’s forward lines and defensive pairings. Evan starts with the young line featuring James Hagens and Fraser Minten, why he likes the energy of that group, and what their early placement could tell us about Marco Sturm’s plans. He also discusses the Bruins’ top-six combinations, David Pastrnak’s linemates, and the competition for spots throughout the bottom six. On defense, Evan examines Frederic Brunet getting an early look alongside Charlie McAvoy, the Hampus Lindholm and Andrew Peeke pairing, and the chaos potential of Nikita Zadorov and Connor Clifton together. Plus, he looks at Boston’s crowded blue line, which young players could earn real opportunities, and the biggest storylines to watch as training camp continues. 0:00 Intro 1:03 Reacting to Day 1 of Bruins Training Camp 2:18 James Hagens, Fraser Minten & the Young Line 6:34 Bruins Top Six & David Pastrnak’s Linemates 10:10 Bottom-Six Battles & Roster Competition 14:45 PrizePicks 16:18 Bruins Defensive Pairings 18:07 Frederic Brunet & Charlie McAvoy 20:33 Bruins’ Crowded Blue Line 21:52 Young Players Getting Their Opportunity 23:16 Goaltending & Final Thoughts Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Haggerty is joined by longtime friend and colleague Sean Hutcheon of The Fourth Period on Pucks with Haggs as Bruins training camp gets ready to begin. The guys preview Boston’s rookie showcase and discuss what they want to see from James Hagens and the rest of the Bruins’ young talent. They also dive into the team’s captaincy decision, debating why David Pastrnak appears to be the favorite and how Charlie McAvoy still fits into Boston’s leadership group. Later, Joe and Sean examine the Bruins’ roster outlook, the importance of Michael DiPietro behind Jeremy Swayman, and Chris Kreider’s surprising move to Montreal. They also remember Barry Melrose and discuss their favorite national NHL broadcasters and analysts before closing with Bruins questions on Marat Khusnutdinov’s next contract, Lucas Reichel’s future, and possible trades involving Pavel Zacha and Mason Lohrei. 0:00 Intro 2:38 Bruins Training Camp & Rookie Showcase 6:09 David Pastrnak, Charlie McAvoy & Bruins Captaincy 17:00 PrizePicks 19:05 Bruins Roster Outlook & Goaltending 21:52 Chris Kreider Lands in Montreal 25:05 Remembering Barry Melrose & Favorite NHL Broadcasters 38:10 Bruins Q&A: Khusnutdinov, Reichel & Trade Rumors 48:58 Final Thoughts & Outro Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evan Marinofsky goes solo on Bruins Beat to project how Boston’s roster will perform this season ahead of training camp. Evan puts the Bruins through his preseason tier list, grading players based on the type of year he expects them to have rather than where they currently stand. He breaks down Boston’s forward group, including expectations for Morgan Geekie, James Hagens, Elias Lindholm, Fraser Minten, Casey Mittelstadt, Pavel Zacha and Matt Poitras. Evan also makes a huge prediction for David Pastrnak and JJ Peterka, believing the two could become one of the NHL’s most dangerous offensive combinations. On defense, he sorts through Boston’s crowded blue line and evaluates Nikita Zadorov, Mason Lohrei and Charlie McAvoy. Finally, Evan turns to the goaltenders and explains what he expects from Jeremy Swayman and Michael DiPietro this season. 0:00 Intro 0:48 Bruins Preseason Tier List 2:25 Bruins Forwards: Eyssimont, Geekie & Hagens 7:12 Elias Lindholm, Fraser Minten & Casey Mittelstadt 10:51 David Pastrnak & JJ Peterka Predictions 13:33 Pavel Zacha & Matt Poitras 16:30 PrizePicks 18:43 Bruins Defense & Blue-Line Logjam 24:31 Nikita Zadorov, Mason Lohrei & Charlie McAvoy 29:22 Jeremy Swayman & Michael DiPietro 31:37 Final Thoughts & Outro Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Evan discuss Marco Sturm and Elias Lindholm's comments at the Bruins' golf tournament, as well as the chances of Boston signing Chris Kreider.   0:00 - Coming up! 1:25 - Welcome in 3:50 - Reaction to Marco Sturm’s comments at Bruins Golf Tournament 12:59 - Prizepicks 14:48 - Reaction to Elias Lindholm’s comments at Bruins Golf Tournament 19:31 - Should Bruins sign Chris Kreider? 33:45 - Wrapping up! Poke The Bear on CLNS Media is Powered by 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Bruins Beat, Evan Marinofsky and Conor Ryan break down Fraser Minten's new contract. It's big but was it the right move? The guys also overreact to one day of Captain's Practice.  0:00 - Coming up 0:28 - Welcome in 1:22 - Fraser Minten signs 7-year, $50.4M extension with Bruins 14:12 - Prizepicks 15:53 - Rocket Money 16:39 - Future of Pavel Zacha with Bruins 25:26 - Subscribe to the podcast! 26:12 - Reaction to Day 1 of Bruins Captain’s Practice 31:48 - Wrapping up! Bruins Beat on CLNS Media is Powered by 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty and guest Mick Colageo discuss some of the storylines involving the B's offseason and react to the Fraser Minten contract extension 0:00 - Coming up 0:53 - Welcome in 4:18 - Patrice Bergeron Bruins jersey retirement announced for 8 PM start 14:53 - Talking NHL expansion locations 18:45 - Prizepicks 20:16 - Subscribe to the Podcast! 20:56 - Should NHL teams pay goalies? 30:03 - Fraser Minten signs 7-year, $50.4M extension with Bruins 39:21 - Early season trade prediction for Bruins 41:38 - Will James Hagens be impact player? 46:20 - Will Tuuka Rask ever get his jersey retired by Bruins? 50:26 - Wrapping up! Pucks with Haggs on CLNS Media is Powered by 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Haggerty opens up the mailbag on this episode of Pucks with Haggs to answer some of the biggest questions surrounding the Bruins as training camp approaches. Joe discusses where David Pastrnak ranks among the NHL’s elite players, whether he should be viewed as a true franchise cornerstone, and what to expect from him moving forward. He also breaks down Boston’s long-term salary cap situation, the value of contracts already on the books, and the decisions looming for players like Pavel Zacha. Plus, Joe examines different approaches to spending on goaltending and why he prefers having a clear No. 1 like Jeremy Swayman. The mailbag continues with potential preseason and early-season trade possibilities, which areas Boston could look to upgrade, and expectations for top prospect James Hagens. Joe also looks back on Bruins players and Boston sports personalities he admired growing up. 0:00 Intro 3:05 David Pastrnak’s Place Among the NHL’s Elite 10:36 Bruins Salary Cap & Future Contracts 17:28 PrizePicks 21:03 Should Teams Pay Big Money for Goalies? 26:14 Bruins Trade Possibilities 27:54 What to Expect From James Hagens 32:11 Joe’s Favorite Bruins & Childhood Sports Memories 38:25 Final Thoughts & Outro Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor Ryan and Ty Anderson look ahead to Bruins training camp and break down some of the biggest questions facing Boston as the preseason approaches. The guys discuss the expectations surrounding JJ Peterka, where he could fit in the Bruins’ lineup, and how Boston can put its new forward in the best position to produce offensively. They also take a closer look at Michael DiPietro and why his ability to establish himself as a dependable backup behind Jeremy Swayman could be crucial over a long season. Plus, Conor and Ty discuss Frederic Brunet’s opportunity to push for an NHL role, what the young defenseman could bring to Boston’s blue line, and why the Bruins need to give their younger players room to develop through mistakes. They also examine Boston’s crowded defensive depth chart and the roster decisions that could be coming during camp. 0:00 Intro 2:30 Bruins Training Camp Expectations 8:45 JJ Peterka & Boston’s Forward Lines 18:46 PrizePicks 20:26 Michael DiPietro & Bruins Goaltending 32:55 Trusting Boston’s Young Players 35:24 Frederic Brunet’s Opportunity 44:12 Bruins Defensive Logjam 48:55 Final Thoughts & Outro Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Bruins Beat, Evan Marinofsky and Steve Conroy tackle the biggest questions facing the Bruins. They dive into Marco Sturm's handling of young players and the logjam on defense.  0:00 - Coming up! 0:45 - Welcome in! 3:38 - Expectations for Boston Bruins this season 5:54 - Expectations for James Hagens this season 10:01 - Will James Hagens play Center this season? 14:00 - Should Bruins play the younger guys more this season? 16:22 - Prizepicks 17:34 - Looking at the Bruins current defensemen group 20:46 - Are you surprised about the quiet offseason for the Bruins? 22:31 - Could the Bruins look to trade Pavel Zacha this season? 22:56 - Will Bruins name a captain this season? 27:54 - Wrapping up! Bruins Beat on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Evan discuss Elias Lindholm, Frederic Brunet, and who will be Boston's most sought-after target now that Robert Thomas has been named captain in St. Louis? 0:00 - Coming up! 1:11 - Welcome in! 4:45 - Expectations for Elias Lindholm this season 17:23 - Prizepicks 19:16 - Expectations for Frederic Brunet this season 27:20 - Subscribe to the podcast! 29:35 - Who will be next Bruins dream trade target? 35:33 - Wrapping up Poke The Bear on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Evan Marinofsky sits down with Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm as they discuss this upcoming season. One of the big topics of the offseason has been the Bruins next captain. WATCH FULL INTERVIEW WITH STURM: https://youtu.be/j8yFMtePQvg For the first time since 2000 last year the Boston Bruins went a season without having someone wear the iconic letter “C” on their jersey. Evan and Marco didn’t talk about who the next Bruins Captain might be they did discuss the makeup of what makes a good captain. Marco explained how the responsibility of being a captain is not just about being someone players can look to turn to on the ice but also who they can turn to off the ice as well. Bruins Beat on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty and guest Mick Colageo discuss the upcoming training camp with the reduced preseason schedule, NHL games starting later this month and what they expect to see out of James Hagens at rookie camp in addition to answering some fan questions. 0:00 - Coming up! 0:35 - Intro 4:17 - Looking ahead to Bruins training camp 9:16 - Expectations for James Hagens at rookie camp 12:33 - Looking at Bruins goalie battle entering training camp 19:40 - Prizepicks 21:17 - Subscribe to the podcast! 21:56 - Joe & Mick answer your Hockey questions! 30:45 - Should NHL shut down their All-Star Game? 36:50 - Joe & Mick answer your Hockey questions! 43:57 - Wrapping up! Pucks with Haggs on CLNS Media is Powered by:  💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in lineups when you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Evan Marinofsky sits down with Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm as they discuss this upcoming season. The two discuss the Bruins 22-year old center Fraser Minten. WATCH FULL INTERVIEW WITH STURM: https://youtu.be/j8yFMtePQvg Minten who just finished his first full season in Boston had a solid performance playing in all 82 regular season games putting up 17 goals and dishing out 18 assists this past season.  The topic of conversation became with Minten entering his 2nd full year in Boston what the Bruins Head Coach who is also entering his 2nd year expects to see out of the young center: Marco Sturm on the mindset he wants to see out of Fraser Minten this season: “I want more. I wanna be the guy. I wanna be in that certain situation.. That's the nice thing about this kid he has it…We just gotta make sure he stays on course…Help him to get to the next level because he can.” Bruins Beat on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Bruins Beat, Evan Marinofsky and Conor Ryan break down Evan's 1-on-1 interview with Marco Sturm. They start by breaking down Sturm’s comments on how he views young players. Will this philosophy benefit the Bruins in the short and long term? What did he mean when talking about making his players earn their opportunities? What does this mean for James Hagens? After the break, the guys react to Sturm's comments on the captaincy, including a possible hint at who could wear the C next season. Later, they wrap with thoughts on the defensive pairings, what Sturm will do with all these defensemen, and why his desire for healthy competition in the squad. Will there be an odd man out? Tune in for a full breakdown of Evan’s exclusive interview! 00:00 Intro 02:52 Sturm on young players & what it means for James Hagens 14:58 PrizePicks 16:42 Sturm’s captaincy hint 23:12 D-pairs dilemma 30:12 Thanks for watching! Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by:  💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in lineups when you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty is joined by The Fourth Period’s Shawn Hutcheon to preview the upcoming Bruins training camp and break down the biggest roster battles facing Boston before the season begins. With a crowded group of NHL-caliber forwards and defensemen competing for limited spots, Joe and Shawn discuss which players could emerge during camp and which veterans or younger players could ultimately find themselves on the move. The guys examine the Bruins’ defensive logjam, the possibility of trades or waiver losses, and how Charlie McAvoy’s early-season absence could temporarily affect roster decisions. They also look at the competition among Boston’s forwards, the balance between youth and experience, and which players have the most to prove. Plus, Joe and Shawn discuss several Bruins prospects, the future of Mason Lohrei, the importance of hockey IQ in player development, and what Boston may need to do to clear up its crowded roster. 0:00 Intro 3:03 Bruins Training Camp Preview 8:14 Roster Crunch & Defensive Logjam 13:29 Young Players & Camp Battles 18:25 PrizePicks 20:18 Trades, Veterans & Final Roster Decisions 34:42 Bruins Development & Bigger NHL Topics 52:17 Who Could Be on the Way Out? 55:07 Final Thoughts & Outro Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor Ryan and Ty Anderson discuss Evan Marinofsky’s interview with Marco Sturm on Bruins Beat! WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH MARCO STURM: https://youtu.be/j8yFMtePQvg They also discuss the ongoing debate over the Bruins' next captain and make the case why the Bruins should name Charlie McAvoy captain and why they should name David Pastrnak captain. 0:00 - Coming up! 1:04 - Welcome in! 2:03 - Reaction to Marco Sturm’s Interview on Bruins Beat -Watch Interview: https://youtu.be/j8yFMtePQvg 19:06 - Prizepicks 20:25 - Do the Bruins need to name a Captain this season? 23:24 - Who should be Bruins captain this season? 31:27 - Wrapping up! Poke The Bear on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Evan Marinofsky sits down with Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm as they discuss this upcoming season. The Bruins are a team with interesting make up on their current roster with a blend of younger players and veteran players.  WATCH FULL INTERVIEW WITH STURM: https://youtu.be/j8yFMtePQvg The question and big topic of discussion this offseason has been how will Marco Sturm handle this debate of playing the younger guys vs the veterans.  When asked about it Marco Sturm told Evan this about playing the younger players right away: “I’m not a guy who will give them everything right away.” Marco explained why everything must be earned and slowly as they earn it more and more will be granted to them.  Marco gives the example of how last season at times Bruins assistant coach Steve Spott would suggest getting Fraser Minten out on the power play. Marco explain how he believed he could do it but at first he was not allowed to and once Sturm felt he was he allowed him to take that next step and give him more responsibility. “There are little steps that I have to hit, and there are boxes that have they have to check before, before I give him the big cookie.” Marco explained how to him it doesn’t matter what round you are picked in and everything must be earned and just because you’re a 1st round pick doesn’t mean you will be immediately be given chances over veterans: “Gotta earn it first because there is a lot of other guys, they already done that work, and they compete really hard every day and just because there's a first rounder coming in.” Bruins Beat on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evan Marinofsky sits down with Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm for a wide-ranging interview on his career, setting a culture and this incoming Bruins team. The guys start with Sturm’s career and the psychology of his coaching. How does he plan on building a culture long term?Then, they get into this current team, diving into James Hagens, Fraser Minten and what he expects from younger players. How will he balance playing the kids and playing the veterans and trying to win? They also got into the depth at center (specifically Elias Lindholm), the logjam of defensemen and what he looks for most in a captain. 0:00 - Coming up! 1:02 - Bruins Head Coach Marco Sturm joins the show! 3:26 - Creating a culture in year 1 with Boston Bruins 5:49 - Balancing different styles of coaching 9:19 - Helping set new culture for Boston Bruins 11:43 - Experience as an assistant coach 13:37 - Prizepicks 15:19 - Rocket Money 16:08 - How pressure has evolved on high draft picks 18:40 - Helping younger players handle pressure 20:55 - Expectations for Fraser Minten this season 23:01 - How Marco manages lines 25:23 - Expectations for JJ Peterka this season 27:07 - Do you ever talk with Pastrnak about who he works best with? 28:27 - Expectations for Elias Lindholm this season 30:28 - Balancing play young & veteran players 33:58 - Marco Sturm on James Hagens  37:15 - Marco Sturm on Shorten training camp 41:07 - Marco Sturm on What makes a good captain 44:57 - Marco Sturm on Captains responsibilities 47:30 - Wrapping up! Bruins Beat on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Join Rocket Money to reach your financial goals faster at RocketMoney.com/BRUINS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time since 2000 last year the Boston Bruins went a season without having someone wear the iconic letter “C” on their jersey. The question has now become after going a year without having anyone wear the ‘C’ will they officially name someone a captain this season? Joe Haggerty and Mick Colageo discuss if they think the Bruins will name a captain this season and who it should be. The two clear and obvious choices seem to be Charlie McAvoy and David Pastrnak. Both Mick and Joe agree that there is only one clear answer on who it should be and that should be David Pastrnak no question about it. WATCH FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/dX-zhgjR2H8 Pucks with Haggs on CLNS Media is Powered by 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices