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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Patrice Bergeron Gets Number RETIRED, Bruins Make a Trade
Jun 1900:37:41Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Evan talk Patrice Bergeron's No. 37 retirement, the Bruins dealing away Andre Gasseau's rights, and Boston's willingness for blockbuster deals. 0:00 - Intro 1:07 - Bergeron Number Retirement Announcement Prank 2:58 - Reactions to the Surprise Announcement 4:10 - Why the Timing Made Sense 4:28 - What's Next for Bergeron's Career? 8:00 - Bergeron's Role Working with Current Players 9:04 - Building a Culture with Bruins Legends 12:07 - Comparing to the Red Sox's Front Office Struggles 13:17 - Internal Hires vs. Outside Hires for Coaching Roles 14:07 - PrizePicks 16:23 - Bruins Trade Andre Gasseau to San Jose 17:39 - Breaking Down the Return for Gasseau 19:11 - Was This Good Asset Management? 21:04 - Could the Bruins Package Picks to Move Up in the Draft? 23:44 - Listener Q&A 28:31 - Would You Trade Hagens & Lauko for a Star? 29:48 - Dylan Larkin vs. Truly Elite Centers 33:13 - The Case for Acquiring a Younger Player 35:59 - Outro 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 →Can Bruins take advantage of a shifting NHL landscape?
Jun 1300:42:23Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Ty talk the Bruins' new coaching hire, NHL players getting more control in a growing trade market, and Cam Neely's recent comments about adding to Boston's roster. 0:00 - Intro 0:47 - Kilts, Scots & Summer Vibes in Boston 4:38 - Bruins Hire Matt McIlvaine as Assistant Coach 12:20 - PrizePicks 14:26 - The Trade Market & Player Movement Around the NHL 16:34 - Why Free Agency Isn't the Answer for Boston 22:19 - Boston as a Destination — Is It Still Appealing? 29:09 - Cam Neely Quotes & Bruins' Offseason Approach 31:35 - Alex Tuck, Arvidsson & Aging Player Concerns 38:05 - What to Do with Lindholm, Lohrei & the Roster Bubble Guys 39:21 - 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 →Dylan Larkin's expanding trade list might be BAD news for the Bruins
Jun 1100:31:45Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Evan discuss the Bruins’ new coaching hire on Marco Sturm’s staff, as well as whether or not it’s good news that Dylan Larkin might be expanding his list of trade suitors. Poke The Bear 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 →Why the Bruins Should NOT Trade for Dylan Larkin | Poke The Bear
Jun 500:46:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Ty discuss Dylan Larkin trade rumors, the cost Boston would pay, and other potential targets down the middle. Poke The Bear 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 →Should the Bruins flip Pavel Zacha for a top draft pick?
Jun 300:33:18Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Poke The Bear, Conor and Evan break down Pavel Zacha's future in Boston and whether he should be traded for top draft capital. Poke The Bear 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 can Bruins learn from Vegas and Carolina?
May 2900:52:41Tap 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?
May 2900:39:59Tap 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?
May 2100:57:57Tap 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?
May 2100:40:18Tap 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?
May 1600:58:06Tap 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
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