Episodes

  • What is the future of Jim Montgomery in Boston? w/ Ty Anderson

    What is the future of Jim Montgomery in Boston? w/ Ty Anderson
    Jul 27 2024
    On this episode of Poke the Bear, Evan Marinofsky is joined by Ty Anderson to discuss some of the larger contracts on the Bruins' payroll, what the lines may look like, the future of Jim Montgomery in Boston, and much more! Topics: - The Athletic ranks the Bruins in the middle of the pack for salary cap efficiency - How will the Lindholm and Zadorov contracts age? - What the second line will look like - What the third line will look like - Jim Montgomery - What’s happened over the last five years? Poke the Bear is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • The BEST Don Sweeney Draft Picks

    The BEST Don Sweeney Draft Picks
    Jul 22 2024
    On this special episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan and Evan Marinofsky take a look back at Don Sweeney's tenure as Bruins' GM and make their picks for the best draft picks made under Sweeney. Despite a mixed reputation for drafting, these are the undeniable hits that Sweeney has made over his time in Boston. Do they outweigh the swings and misses? That, and much more! Poke the Bear is presented by: Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Jeremy Swayman, Fabian Lysell and Stanley Cup Contention

    Jeremy Swayman, Fabian Lysell and Stanley Cup Contention
    Jul 19 2024
    Evan Marinofsky, filling in for Conor Ryan, welcomes Scott McLaughlin of WEEI to discuss some leftovers from the Bruins offseason. They make predictions about Jeremy Swayman's extension and his level of play, Fabian Lysell's potential role, and whether the Bruins could finally defeat Florida in the playoffs. Poke the Bear is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • First Bruins Lineup Projection for 2024-25

    First Bruins Lineup Projection for 2024-25
    Jul 10 2024
    On this episode of Poke the Bear, Evan Marinofsky and Conor Ryan take a look ahead and make their first lineup projections for the 2024-25 Boston Bruins. With a notable hole on the second line wing, who will slide up the depth chart and fill that role? And how will the addition of Zadorov effect the defensive pairings? All that, and much more! Topics: - Evan and Conor project the lines! - How about the second line? - Fourth line fits - The top 4 on defense is interesting Poke the Bear is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Recapping Bruins' Dev Camp/Free Agency

    Recapping Bruins' Dev Camp/Free Agency
    Jul 6 2024
    Join Connor Ryan and Ty Anderson in episode 245 of "Poke the Bear" as they dive into the Bruins' recent developments at Dev Camp and Free Agency. From highlighting promising college prospects like Riley Duran and Oscar Yelich to discussing the strategic signings of Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov, this episode covers it all. Learn about the team's focus on defensive strength, the impact of underrated prospects like Jackson Edward and Ryan Walsh, and the exciting prospects aiming to secure roster spots through training camp performances. Stay tuned for insights on the Bruins' multi-year plan for success and the dynamic roster decisions shaping their upcoming season. 0:00 - Intro 2:41 - Bruins Development Camp Overview 7:43 - Player Development Insights 10:37 - Expectations at BC 13:09 - Unique Prospect Development 15:26 - Underrated Prospect Watch 17:28 - Potential Seventh Round Gem 19:28 - Providence Pipeline Toughness 30:38 - Best case scenario 33:30 - Cap increase projections 38:18 - Nikita Zadorov's impact 42:51 - Zadorov's puck retrieval 46:00 - Lab entry concerns 53:23 - Potential depth challenges 54:57 - Addressing roster uncertainties Poke the Bear is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Who Will Replace Jake DeBrusk?

    Who Will Replace Jake DeBrusk?
    Jul 5 2024
    On this episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan and Evan Marinofsky discuss who will replace Jake DeBrusk on the second line, and if the Bruins' best option could be an internal one. That, and much more! Topics: - Who will slot in with Brad Marchand and Charlie Coyle on the second line? - Fabian Lysell has the inside track - Joonas Korpisalo’s recent comments - Who has stood out at Development Camp? Poke the Bear is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Bruins' 2024 Draft Class Review

    Bruins' 2024 Draft Class Review
    Jun 30 2024
    Welcome to "Poke the Bear" episode 242, where Conor Ryan and Ty Anderson dive deep into the Bruins' 2024 Draft Class Review. Join them as they dissect the team's bold move with first-round pick Dean Letourneau, exploring his potential impact and the team's shift towards high-ceiling players. Discover the Bruins' strategic draft approach, focusing on building a roster of dynamic players with size, speed, and skill. Get insights into the team's upcoming free agency plans, including potential upgrades in the center position and defense. Stay tuned for a discussion on strategic roster improvements and impactful acquisitions shaping the Bruins' offseason narrative. 0:00 - Intro 1:16 - Dean Letourneau's potential 5:45 - Need for patience 7:45 - Importance of patience 9:53 - Transition to patient approach 11:05 - Player stats projections 13:11 - Jacob Lauko's departure 16:44 - Bruins draft strategy 18:04 - Prototype for forwards and defense 21:52 - Don Sweeney's free agency plans 22:57 - Don Sweeney's confidence 24:05 - Upgrading the middle Poke the Bear is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • What to make of the Linus Ullmark trade

    What to make of the Linus Ullmark trade
    Jun 25 2024
    In the latest episode of Poke the Bear, we react to the Bruins' decision to trade Linus Ullmark, whether the return was enough for Boston, Joonas Korpisalo's value, and much more. Poke the Bear is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins