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Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty is joined by Mick Colageo to break down the Bruins’ 3-0 win over the Rangers and the biggest takeaways from Boston’s opening-night performance. The guys discuss the Bruins’ defensive structure, Jeremy Swayman’s strong showing in net and the late offensive surge that finally broke the game open. They dive into Fraser Minten’s continued development and growing leadership role, JJ Peterka’s speed and skill, and what James Hagens showed in his season debut. Joe and Mick also examine the performances of Boston’s defensemen, including Connor Clifton’s return and the physical identity the Bruins are trying to establish. Later, they answer fan questions about Patrice Bergeron, expectations for this year’s team, Boston’s offensive ceiling, the young players coming through the pipeline and how the Bruins’ leadership group could evolve throughout the season. 0:00 Intro 1:29 Bruins Beat Rangers 3-0 5:34 Jeremy Swayman & Bruins Defense 9:05 Fraser Minten’s Breakout Performance 16:10 Bruins Young Core & Leadership 19:04 Kalshi 20:23 James Hagens & Opening Night Takeaways 26:34 Bruins Defense & Connor Clifton 29:55 Bruins Fan Q&A 34:14 Expectations for the Bruins This Season 41:46 Young Players, Leadership & Future Outlook 46:36 Final Thoughts & Outro Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. Trade the draft pick, the game, and more on Kalshi Download Kalshi. Use code CLNS to get $25 when you trade $25. K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade What’s Next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evan Marinofsky and Conor Ryan go live and discuss their Bold Bruins predictions ahead of the start of the 2026-27 season. Can the Bruins build off their successful campaign last season & turn it into even more success? Bruins Beat on CLNS Media is Powered by:  Kalshi — On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. Trade the draft pick, the game, and more on Kalshi! Download Kalshi. Use code CLNS to get $25 when you trade $25. K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade What’s Next. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NHL regular season kicks off on Tuesday, Sept 29 and the Boston Bruins will host the New York Rangers at TD Garden. Despite the season fast approaching, Boston is interested in adding to their roster. Reports indicate the Bruins are interested in Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko. Marchenko, who reportedly requested a trade from the team, has several NHL suitors. In this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Ty break down the rumors surrounding Marchenko and the Bruins. Is he a good fit for the Bruins? Do they need a player like him? What would he bring to the top six? What would the Bruins have to give up to get him? They also dive into Boston's preseason finale against Columbus and recap the preseason as a whole. Who stood out? Who has surprised us? Conor and Ty wrap up by evaluating the roster and previewing a new season of hockey. 00:00 Intro 03:20 Thoughts on the preseason 16:45 Kalshi 18:18 Other notes from preseason + what the Bruins need to add to the roster 23:13 Kirill Marchenko rumors 45:28 Evaluating the current roster 1:02:14 Final roster predictions 1:04:54 Thanks for watching! Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by:  Kalshi — On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. Trade the draft pick, the game, and more on Kalshi! Download Kalshi. Use code CLNS to get $25 when you trade $25. K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade What’s Next. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty and guests NEHJ's Mark Divver and Boston.com's Conor Ryan kick off the show by discussing the B's preseason, including what they saw from James Hagens, Michael DiPietro, Dans Ločmelis, Frederic Brunet, Lukas Reichel, Matt Poitras, and more. Who impressed the most? Who didn’t? Who will make the team? The guys discuss all the biggest questions and latest developments coming out of Bruins training camp. They then get into how the camp roster battles are shaping up and what the lineup is going to look like for Tuesday night's opener against the New York Rangers. After the break, the guys answer mailbag questions and close with bold predictions for the season. 00:00 Intro 01:39 Thoughts on preseason & training camp 21:20 Kalshi 22:52 Subscribe to Bruins on CLNS 23:25 Mailbag 48:35 Bold predictions 51:22 Thanks for watching! Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by:  Kalshi — On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. Trade the draft pick, the game, and more on Kalshi! Download Kalshi. Use code CLNS to get $25 when you trade $25. K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade What’s Next. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NHL regular season kicks off on Tuesday, Sept 29 and the Boston Bruins will host the New York Rangers at TD Garden. Despite the season fast approaching, Boston is interested in adding to their roster. Reports indicate the Bruins are interested in Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko. Marchenko, who reportedly requested a trade from the team, has several NHL suitors. On this episode of Bruins Beat, Evan Marinofsky and CBS Sports’ Kasey Hudson break down news of the Bruins’ “offer” for Marchenko. Who could be in a potential trade package for the Columbus winger? Which prospects could the Blue Jackets ask for? Evan and Kasey discuss all the potential ways this trade could go down. They also dive into what to make of the 2026 preseason and expectations for the season. What’s next for James Hagens and the Bruins’ youngsters? Should Sturm play the kids more in 2026/27? Can the Bruins get past the first round of the playoffs? Evan and Kasey break it all down on this episode of Bruins Beat. 00:00 Intro 02:48 Kirill Marchenko rumors 12:33 What to do with Pavel Zacha 20:10 Kalshi 21:43 Rocket Money 21:44 Should/will the Bruins play the kids? 30:34 Expectations/feelings about the team 34:55 Thanks for watching! Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by:  Kalshi — On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. Trade the draft pick, the game, and more on Kalshi! Download Kalshi. Use code CLNS to get $25 when you trade $25. K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade What’s Next. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conor Ryan and Evan Marinofsky go live to react to the Boston Bruins and Philadelphia Flyers preseason game tonight and discuss their top takeaways and notable performances from tonight's game as well as training camp. Poke The Bear on CLNS Media is Powered by: Kalshi — On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. Trade the draft pick, the game, and more on Kalshi! Download Kalshi. Use code CLNS to get $25 when you trade $25. K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade What’s Next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty is joined by Mick Colageo to break down the Bruins’ first two preseason games and the biggest early takeaways from Boston’s young players. The guys discuss the performances of Matt Poitras, James Hagens, Frederic Brunet and several other players fighting to make an impression before the regular season begins. They look at which prospects have stood out, who still has something to prove, and how the early preseason results could shape the Bruins’ roster decisions moving forward. Joe and Mick also dive into the competition throughout the lineup, including where some of the younger players could realistically fit once the games start to count. Later in the show, they turn things over to Bruins fans and answer questions about the roster, player development, lineup possibilities and what to watch for throughout the rest of preseason as Boston continues preparing for opening night. 0:00 Intro 3:02 Preseason Takeaways & Young Bruins 8:19 Frederic Brunet, James Hagens & Roster Battles 15:17 Matt Poitras’ Roster Case 20:08 PrizePicks 23:10 Bruins Lineup & Preseason Takeaways 35:43 Bruins Fan Q&A 50:54 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

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