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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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28:08

Is the Pavel Zacha Trade Don Sweeney’s Best Deal...

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2023/02/17

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 134 Is the Pavel Zacha Trade Don Sweeney’s Best Deal Ever? Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston.com and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss how great of a trade the Bruins made to get Pavel Zacha. Is it Sweeney's best? The guys also dive into the power play and what it'll need to get going again. Plus, the guys discuss Vladislav Gavrikov and the trade rumors surrounding him. Conor Ryan Reporter for Boston.com Twitter 1:30 - Evaluating

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22:59

Bruins Avoid Bo Horvat Trade & Pavel Zacha Looks...

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2023/02/03

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 133 Bruins Avoid Bo Horvat Trade & Pavel Zacha Looks Worth It Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston.com and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss the Bruins staying out of the Bo Horvat trade. The guys get into what a comparable trade would've looked like for the Bruins. They also get into Brandon Carlo, Pavel Zacha and the Bruins win over Toronto. Conor Ryan Reporter for Boston.com Twitter 1:00 - Conor’s going on vacation so get ready

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23:38

No Need to Overreact to Lightning Loss & When Will...

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2023/01/27

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 132 No Need to Overreact to Lightning Loss & When Will Jake DeBrusk be Back? Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston.com and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Thursday night’s loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning, as well as the talk surrounding Brandon Carlo. The guys also get into a potential Toronto-Tampa Bay matchup in Round 1, Jake DeBrusk and Jeremy Swayman should be playing more. Conor Ryan Reporter for Boston.com Twitter 1:00 - The

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25:58

Patrice Bergeron At His Best & Jeremy Swayman Hitting...

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2023/01/21

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 131 Patrice Bergeron At His Best & Jeremy Swayman Hitting His Stride Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston.com and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Example No. 809 of Patrice Bergeron’s greatness. The guys discuss his future as well. Plus, Conor and Evan dive into Jeremy Swayman’s game of late and Brandon Carlo’s injury. Conor Ryan Reporter for Boston.com Twitter 1:00 - Evan recommends a sweater change 4:30 - Patrice Bergeron’s

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21:55

How the Kraken Shut the Bruins Down & Looking to the...

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2023/01/14

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 130 How the Kraken Shut the Bruins Down & Looking to the Maple Leafs Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston.com and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss how the Seattle Kraken managed to give the Bruins their first regulation loss on home ice. The guys also get into what teams can learn from that, the Maple Leafs coming to town and lessons the Bruins can learn from a team like Toronto. Conor Ryan Reporter for Boston.com Twitter 1:00 - The

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27:15

How the Bruins Can Overcome Jake DeBrusk’s Injury |...

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2023/01/06

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 129 How the Bruins Can Overcome Jake DeBrusk’s Injury Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston.com and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Jake DeBrusk’s big injury that will keep him out for four weeks. The guys go over the biggest questions surrounding it like what this means for DeBrusk, the trade deadline and should Fabian Lysell be called up? Conor Ryan Reporter for Boston.com Twitter 1:30 - Really unfortunate for DeBrusk 5:00 -

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24:28

Previewing the Bruins-Penguins Winter Classic | Poke...

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2022/12/30

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 128 Previewing the Bruins-Penguins Winter Classic Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston.com and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal preview the Bruins-Penguins 2023 Winter Classic. They get into the state of the Winter Classic, other outdoor spots in New England Conor Ryan Reporter for Boston.com 1:30 - NHL should add more outdoor games in scenic places like Lake Tahoe 4:00 - Is the Winter Classic still a big event? 9:00 - Other possible

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25:17

Brandon Carlo Has Been Underrated & Bruins Christmas...

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2022/12/23

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 127 Brandon Carlo Has Been Underrated & Bruins Christmas Wishes Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Connor Clifton and Brandon Carlo’s great play of late. They also get into Charlie McAvoy’s game, as well as what the Bruins will be asking for for Christmas. Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter Follow Boston Sports Journal on Twitter 2:00 - Connor

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25:18

Pavel Zacha Shows His Potential and Challenges the...

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2022/12/16

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 126 Pavel Zacha Shows His Potential and Challenges the Bruins Will Face Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss how Pavel Zacha has proved his worth lately. Should the Bruins have already locked him up long term? The guys also get into the big Achilles’ heel that faces this team going forward. Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter Follow Boston Sports

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26:23

The Third Line is Dominating & Parallels Between...

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2022/12/09

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 125 The Third Line is Dominating & Parallels Between Xander Bogaerts and David Pastrnak Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss why the third line is playing so well. The guys also get into takeaways from two wins over the Avalanche and what can the Bruins learn from the Red Sox after their failed Xander Bogaerts negotiations? Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports

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25:04

Taylor Hall on the Third Line & What Should the...

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2022/12/03

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 124 Taylor Hall on the Third Line & What Should the Bruins Improve On? Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Taylor Hall playing on the third line. They also get into the future of Mike Reilly and Anton Stralman. Plus, what should the best team in hockey improve on? Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter Follow Boston Sports Journal on Twitter 3:00 -

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26:19

Patrice Bergeron Hits 1000 Points & Things Bruins...

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2022/11/25

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 123 Patrice Bergeron Hits 1000 Points & Things Bruins Fans Should Be Thankful For Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Patrice Bergeron notching his 1000th point and how he doesn’t look like a guy in his final season. Conor and Evan also tell Bruins fans what they should be thankful for. Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter Follow Boston Sports

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36:12

Jeremy Swayman Returns & Reviewing Preseason...

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2022/11/18

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 122 Jeremy Swayman Returns & Reviewing Preseason Predictions Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Jeremy Swayman’s return and what that means for Linus Ullmark. The guys also get into what the Bruins should do with Craig Smith AND it’s time to check in with the preseason predictions. Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter Follow Boston Sports Journal on

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27:12

The Impact of Charlie McAvoy & Early MVPs | Poke the...

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2022/11/12

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 121 The Impact of Charlie McAvoy & Early MVPs Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Charlie McAvoy’s return and what it means to have him back on defense. The guys also get into just how important Connor Clifton has been. Plus, who are the early MVPs of this Bruins team? Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter Follow Boston Sports Journal on Twitter 1:00 -

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32:19

Why Did the Bruins Sign Mitchell Miller? | Poke the...

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2022/11/04

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 120 Why Did the Bruins Sign Mitchell Miller? Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss the Bruins signing Mitchell Miller. Why would the Bruins put themselves in charge of changing him? The guys also get into Nick Foligno’s production, Hampus Lindholm becoming a No. 1 defenseman and the injury bug has hit the back end. Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal

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25:20

Brad Marchand’s Shocking Return & How Does it Impact...

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2022/10/28

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 119 Brad Marchand’s Shocking Return & How Does it Impact the Lineup? Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Brad Marchand’s shocking return to the Bruins lineup. But was it rushed? The guys also dive into how Marchand impacts the lineup, where his presence is most needed and what are the best four lines that can be put together? Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston

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31:42

Is the Defense an Issue & Thoughts on Pooh Bear’s...

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2022/10/21

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 118 Is the Defense an Issue & Thoughts on Pooh Bear’s Return Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss whether or not there’s reason to worry over the Bruins giving up seven goals in Ottawa on Tuesday night. The guys also get into Matt Grzelcyk’s return, Craig Smith’s struggles and the new Pooh Bear jerseys. Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter

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29:47

Encouraging Signs From Game 1 & David Pastrnak is...

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2022/10/14

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 117 Encouraging Signs From Game 1 & David Pastrnak is Going to Get PAID Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss the Bruins big first win over the Capitals. The guys dive into the duo of David Krejci and David Pastrnak, how much Pastrnak will be getting paid (hint: a LOT) and other takeaways. Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter Follow Boston

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40:18

Biggest Questions and X-Factors That Will Determine...

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2022/10/07

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 116 Biggest Questions and X-Factors That Will Determine Bruins’ Success Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss the Bruins sending down Marc McLaughlin. They also give their biggest questions and x-factors that will determine the team’s success. And…should the Bruins have hopes for a Stanley Cup? Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports Journal Twitter Follow

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37:18

What A.J. Greer Could Turn Into & Early Lineup...

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2022/09/30

Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 115 What A.J. Greer Could Turn Into & Early Lineup Predictions Presented by BetOnline Conor Ryan of Boston Sports Journal and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Boston’s fandom with A.J. Greer. The guys dissect where he might fit in the lineup, as well as give predictions for what the Opening Night lineup might be. They also get into Jack Studnicka, Anton Stralman and Mike Reilly. Conor Ryan Bruins Beat Reporter for Boston Sports

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