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EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 30 MIN

Bruins Reveal Long-Game Approach to NHL Entry Draft

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Boston Bruins double down on draft strategy as Don Sweeney and his team prioritize speed and skill at the upcoming NHL Entry Draft. With eyes set on the 23rd overall pick, the Bruins front office hones in on elite prospects like Marcus Ruck, Adam Novotny, and Ryan Lin, while leveraging a data-driven approach led by Jeremy Rogalski to boost team transition metrics.  The ongoing discussion explores how Boston’s permanent scouting database shapes both current draft choices and future trade targets, spotlighting cases like Fraser Minten and Marat Khusnutdinov. Ian McLaren also addresses Milan Lucic’s official retirement and his complex legacy with the Bruins—recapping his impact on the 2011 Stanley Cup run and his controversial return. Will the Bruins’ revamped draft philosophy deliver the next franchise cornerstone? Find out what these evolving strategies mean for the team’s future in the ever-competitive Atlantic Division.  Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COMto get started now. 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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