Podcast
Poke the Bear
Hosted by Conor Ryan · EN
Boston.com's Bruins reporter Conor Ryan offers up weekly thoughts, opinions and analysis on all things surrounding the Black and Gold in “Poke The Bear” — a new podcast centered on the Original Six club. Each week, Conor and a number of guests offer in-depth breakdowns on the latest news surrounding the B’s — and having plenty of fun along the way. So sit back, grab a libation (or Dunks, no one’s judging here) and let’s talk some hockey.
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What can Bruins learn from Vegas and Carolina?
4d ago00:52:41Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Ty talk about James Hagens' future at center, the value of Boston's first-round pick, and what lessons Boston can take from the Golden Knights and Hurricanes. Poke the Bear on CLNS is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Should we change our expectations for James Hagens?
4d ago00:39:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Evan talk James Hagens' play at Worlds, Viktor Arvidsson's contract, and Mason Lohrei's trade value. Poke The Bear on CLNS Media is Powered by: Reserve your consultation today at http://awaken180weightloss.com. Tell ’em you heard it from Joe Haggerty or on our CLNS podcasts. That’s awaken180weightloss.com. Prize Picks 💰 - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →What is the worst-case scenario for the Bruins this offseason?
2w ago00:57:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Ty talk Simon Nemec, Boston's issues with developing players, and the worst-scenario scenario this summer. 0:00 - Welcome in Ty! 3:27 - Should Bruins trade for Simon Nemec? 17:21 - Prizepicks 18:57 - Awaken 180 20:09 - What is the worst-case scenario for the Bruins this offseason? 35:54 - Subscribe to the podcast! 36:13 - Looking at Bruins recent draft struggles 52:04 - Wrapping up! Poke The Bear on CLNS Media is Powered by: Reserve your consultation today at http://awaken180weightloss.com. Tell ’em you heard it from Joe Haggerty or on our CLNS podcasts. That’s awaken180weightloss.com. Prize Picks 💰 - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →What Should the Bruins Do With Elias Lindholm?
2w ago00:40:18Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Evan discuss Elias Lindholm's contract, what Darren Raddysh would look like in Boston, and James Hagens' play for Team USA at the World Championship. Poke the Bear on CLNS is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Who should the Bruins draft at No. 23?
2w ago00:58:06Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Ty discuss all of your burning Bruins questions in our latest mailbag episode. They discuss who the Bruins should draft with their first-round pick, potential trade targets, and other offseason talking points. Poke the Bear on CLNS is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Should the Bruins hand Pavel Zacha a new contract?
3w ago00:44:51Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Scott McLaughlin reflect on the Bruins' season, discuss Charlie McAvoy's suspension, some potential overhaul in Boston's front office, and weigh the pros and cons of signing Pavel Zacha to a new contract. 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Bruins Vibe Check 6:20 - What Will The Bruins Do This Offseason? 16:01 - Awaken180 17:08 - PrizePicks 18:34 - Charlie McAvoy Suspension 26:20 - Bruins Keep Their GM Hierarchy 32:38 - Subscribe to CLNS 32:50 - Pavel Zacha Extension? 41:30 - Wrapping Up! Bruins on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →What's on the Bruins' offseason to-do list?
4w ago01:08:13Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Ty reflect on the Bruins' season, discuss the unfortunate outcome in the NHL Draft Lottery, give their takeaways from the Bruins’ end-of-season press conference, and discuss Boston's offseason tasks. Poke the Bear on CLNS is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Bruins Miss Out on Top Pick; Maple Leafs Land 1st Pick
4w ago00:50:15Tap to summarizeJoin Conor Ryan & Evan Marinofsky as they react to the NHL Draft lottery and look at how it impacts the Boston Bruins who currently own the Toronto Maple Leafs pick. While the Bruins own their pick Toronto’s first-round pick is top-five protected, meaning the Bruins will receive the pick only if it falls outside the top-five selections. The Maple Leafs have an 8.5% chance of landing the #1 pick in the NHL Draft. Poke The Bear on CLNS Media is Powered by: Reserve your consultation today at http://awaken180weightloss.com. Tell ’em you heard it from Joe Haggerty or on our CLNS podcasts. That’s awaken180weightloss.com. Prize Picks 💰 - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Quick thoughts on the Bruins 2025-26 season and what's next
May 200:30:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor reflects on the Bruins 2025-26 season, discusses the positives and negatives gained from this year, and sets the stage for a busy offseason. Poke the Bear on CLNS is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Can the Bruins force a Game 7 in Buffalo?
Apr 2900:50:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Evan break down the Bruins' OT win in Game 5, talk David Pastrnak, James Hagens, and whether momentum has shifted in Boston's favor. Poke The Bear on CLNS Media is Powered by: Reserve your consultation today at http://awaken180weightloss.com. Tell ’em you heard it from Joe Haggerty or on our CLNS podcasts. That’s awaken180weightloss.com. Prize Picks 💰 - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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