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Poke the Bear

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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All Episodes

38:05

What are you most excited for during the 2024-25...

Poke the Bear ·

2024/08/23

In this episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan is joined by Ty Anderson of 98.5 The Sports Hub to discuss Ty Anderson's interview with Jeremy Swayman, and set expectations for the new season with training camp just weeks away. That, 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

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37:51

Could the Bruins bring in a former star on a PTO deal?

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2024/08/22

In this episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan and Evan Marinofsky run through some potential PTO pickups for the Bruins ahead of training camp, including Blake Wheeler and Max Pacioretty. That, 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

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34:50

Which Bruins Veterans Will Be Most Impactful in 2024-25?

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2024/08/15

Welcome back to Poke the Bear! In this episode, Conor Ryan and Evan Marinofsky discuss the Bruins veterans who are most likely to make an impact on the 2024-25 team.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

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32:01

Judd Sirott is the new TV voice of the Bruins

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2024/08/08

On this episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan is back with Evan marinofsky to discuss the biggest news around the Boston bruins as NESN announces Jack Edwards' replacement - Judd Sirot. Plus, some questions around Fabian Lysell and how much he could contribute this upcoming season. that, and much more!Topics: - NESN picks their man - What to expect from Judd - The bruins front office doesn’t do so hot in an Athletic survey - What to expect from Fabian Lysell Poke the Bear is presented

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43:00

Will the Bruins Sign Blake Wheeler or Kailer...

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2024/08/03

Evan Marinofsky is joined by Joe Haggerty of Boston Sports Journal to discuss potential further acquisitions for the Boston Bruins. Veterans like Kailer Yamamoto and Blake Wheeler could be great options for training camp invites. They also cover the future of head coach Jim Montgomery, and how this season could be make or break for him.Pucks with Haggs 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

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53:35

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

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2024/07/27

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

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31:28

The BEST Don Sweeney Draft Picks

Poke the Bear ·

2024/07/22

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,

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38:16

Jeremy Swayman, Fabian Lysell and Stanley Cup Contention

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2024/07/19

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

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40:08

First Bruins Lineup Projection for 2024-25

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2024/07/10

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

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62:32

Recapping Bruins' Dev Camp/Free Agency

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2024/07/06

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

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38:26

Who Will Replace Jake DeBrusk?

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2024/07/05

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,

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27:59

Bruins' 2024 Draft Class Review

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2024/06/30

In the latest episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan and Evan Marinofsky react to the Bruins' showing in the 2024 NHL Draft — and look ahead to Monday's free agency frenzy.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

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47:42

What to make of the Linus Ullmark trade

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2024/06/25

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

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30:01

Would Linus Ullmark approve a trade to Ottawa?

Poke the Bear ·

2024/06/22

In our latest episode, we roll through the latest trade rumors involving Linus Ullmark, while also running through our new mailbag. 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Latest rumors on Linus Ullmark 5:45 - Ottawa's pursuit of Ullmark 7:29 - David Pastrnak's report 10:02 - Impact of trading Ullmark 14:09 - Power play unit dynamics 15:26 - Lowry's growth potential 16:37 - Swan contract negotiations 20:41 - TD Garden Playoff Atmosphere 21:56 - Gametime 25:45 - DeBrusk vs. Bergeron Likelihood Poke the Bear is

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57:29

Who stays and who goes among Bruins' free agents?

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2024/06/21

In this episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan and Ty Anderson of 98.5 The Sports Hub roll through all of Boston's pending free agents and discuss whether or not they're staying or going in this summer. That, 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

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50:11

Should Bruins feel better after Panthers' dominant run?

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2024/06/15

In our latest episode, we discuss the Panthers' run and how Bruins fans should react to Boston giving them one of their few competitive series — as well as whether or not Torey Krug could return to Boston on a buyout contract.0:00 - Celtics thoughts 5:29 - Miami Heat's culture 7:58 - Dominance of the Florida Panthers 12:20 - Building Team Identity 14:37 - Adding Defensive Menace 16:21 - Making life difficult 19:13 - Jay Leach's return 21:01 - Coaching staff reconfiguration 23:49 - Young defense

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34:54

What to make of Bruins coaching reshuffle

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2024/06/14

In our latest mailbag episode, we discussed Jay Leach's return to Boston, the Senators potentially fielding offers for the No. 7 pick, Evander Kane getting a gift basket from the Bruins and Patrik Laine trade rumors. All that, and much more! Poke the Bear is brought to you 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

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30:05

What's next for Bruins' next wave of Providence players?

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2024/06/09

In our latest mailbag episode, we discussed ideal offseason targets, Boston's expectations for Providence players like Georgii Merkulov, Fabian Lysell, and more.Poke the Bear is brought to you 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

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37:48

Who are the greatest villains in Bruins history?

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2024/06/05

On this episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan and Evan Marinofsky discuss who the biggest villains in bruins history are, what the Bruins' chances of landing the Devils' no. 10 pick are, Matthew Poitras' development, and much more!0:00 - Intro 3:03 - Devils open to trading 10th pick for goalie 6:35 - Exploring potential trades for the number 10 pick 9:11 - Infusing high-end talent into the Bruins' prospect pool 11:02 - PrizePicks 12:35 - Draft rankings discussed 17:00 - Trade possibilities and

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42:53

Which center should the Bruins prioritize this...

Poke the Bear ·

2024/05/31

On this episode of Poke the Bear, Conor Ryan is joined by Ty Anderson of 98.5 The Sports Hub to discuss which of the frontline centermen that the Bruins could and should pursue this off-season, what the return for a Linus Ullmark trade could look like, and who among the younger Bruins is slated to take a step forward next season. All that, and much more!Poke the Bear is brought to you by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can

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