PODCAST · sports
Line Changes with Alex & Brad
by Alex & Bradley
Two somewhat knowledgeable people talk Bruins hockey.
Episodes
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Ah S***, Here We Go Again - October 7th, 2025
We are back as the 2025-26 NHL season gets underway. It won't take long for you to see what our level of optimism is for the 2025-26 Boston Bruins. We discuss the roster, its flaws, and why are they STILL not playing the young guys?? We give an Atlantic Division preview as we look ahead to the...
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James Hagens: Boston Bruin - June 28th, 2025
After two months, we're back to talk about the Summer of Brad, the NHL draft, and all of the latest news around the NHL! James Hagens DROPPED to 7, and is officially a Boston Bruin! Will we see him in the re-designed spoked B or will he be back at Boston College? Meanwhile Brad Marchand has been...
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The 24-25 Bruins are History - April 20th, 2025
After a season full of disappointments, the 2024-25 Boston Bruins cannot hurt/bore us any more. Tune in as we recap the end of season notes and give our predictions for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, which will not feature the Bruins for the first time in 8 years. Where do the B's go from here? Who...
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Brad Marchand is a Florida Panther - March 7th, 2025
We're back! Because of Don Sweeney, the bruins commenced a "re-tool" trading Frederic, Coyle, Carlo, and Marchand. Carlo and Marchand stay in the division, being dealt to Toronto and Florida, respectively. Don Sweeney's bad moves in the past have led to this reality that Brad Marchand is actually...
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Binnington, Again - February 23rd, 2025
We're back! Team Canada wins a thrilling Championship game against the United States in what was a slam dunk 4 Nations Faceoff. Meanwhile, back in Bruins' land, everything sucks. Hampus Lindholm is likely out for the remainder of the season, Charlie McAvoy is out for a while after suffering a...
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New Year, Same Bruins - January 14th, 2025
We're back! After a brief hiatus, we are back to discuss the continued trends and flaws of this team! Jeremy Swayman seems to be rounding into form after two 40+ save wins, Marchand and Pastrnak hate each other (lol), and it is way past time for the Bruins to embrace the youth movement fully. The...
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Montgomery: Fired for Sweeney's Mistakes - November 21st, 2024
We're back! After a disappointing start to the season filled with underperforming players in roles they shouldn't be in, Don Sweeney has fired his 3rd coach after letting Jim Montgomery go after Monday's 5-1 loss to Columbus. How much is Montgomery to blame? We quickly answer that question, as...
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What Happened to the Team We Love? - October 24th, 2024
We're back! The Bruins are... off to a bizarre start to the season, and they cannot stop taking penalties. The Bruins are 3-4-1, but it feels much worse. The Bruins have a decent fourth line.. but that's about it. Just about everyone and everything has been off to start the season. How do the...
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Season Preview, Volume 6 - October 7th, 2024
The 2024-25 NHL season is here! Tune in as we discuss the Bruins opening night roster ahead of Tuesday's (potential) season opener in Florida! We give our take on the Bruins strengths, weaknesses, and where we think they'll end up in the Atlantic division standings. We then go division by…
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2 Months & No Swayman Contract - September 11th, 2024
Well... we're back. Tune in as we discuss the tragic deaths of Johnny & Matty Gaudreau, who were tragically murdered by a drunk driver in New Jersey a couple of weeks ago. Do not drink and drive. Call a friend, uber, ANYTHING. We then make the difficult transition to talk about Jeremy Swayman's...
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Boston Canucks - July 1st, 2024
We're back! The Bruins made some big splashes on the first day of Free Agency, locking up Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov. They essentially swap players with the Canucks as DeBrusk, Heinen, and Forbort sign with the Canucks. It is going to be BIZARRE to see Jake DeBrusk in another jersey after...
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Linus Ullmark was Traded for WHAT?! - June 25th, 2024
We're back... and Linus Ullmark is an Ottawa Senator. In return, the Bruins get a first-round pick and the worst statistical goalie from the 2023-24 season- Joonas Korpisalo (at 25% retained), who is signed for four seasons at $3M, and gritty forward Mark Kastelic. We give our reactions to what…
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Don Sweeney's Future - June 3rd, 2024
The Stanley Cup Final is here.... and we couldn't feel more "meh" about it. We briefly talk about the cup final before turning our focus to the Bruins, and more specifically, Don Sweeney. Should this be his last chance? We take a look back at some prior free agency and draft decisions as Don...
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Eliminated. - May 17th, 2024
We're back... and the Bruins have been eliminated from the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. We give our takes on the series, and the B's centennial season as a whole. This one feels different, and not in a bad way. The B's overachieved and had a great season -- even advancing in the playoffs, which…
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Sucker Punched. - May 12th, 2024
The Bruins are down 3-1. It's much deserved as the Bruins have been thoroughly outplayed..... but the referees still find a way to insert themselves. Sam Bennett sucker punches Brad Marchand, knocking him out of games 3 and 4. No penalty, no suspension, and no fine, but a new camera angle…
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Cats Fighting Bears - May 8th, 2024
We're back! The Bruins split the first two games in Florida, and head back to Boston looking to regroup after a poor showing in Game 2. The Bruins started the series with a great Game 1 win where they got goals from some unexpected names. But... in Game 2, the Bruins only have 15 shots on goal,...
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The Leafs Are Mulch AGAIN - May 4th, 2024
We're back! The Bruins, despite blowing a 3-1 stranglehold, manage to mulch the Leafs in game 7 at TD Garden again. Tune in as we give our fresh reaction to game 7, Pastrnak's OT heroics and the overall stress sports create. We recap what an out-of-this-world series was for Jeremy Swayman, Mason...
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Tied Heading to Toronto - April 22nd, 2024
We're back! The B's split the first two games of the series as the series shifts back to Toronto. Bradley recounts his trip to Boston for game 1, as the Bruins and the 4th line make their presence felt early in game 1, and then have quite the bad game in game 2. We discuss the goaltending...
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Bruins vs. Leafs Was Inevitable - April 19th, 2024
We're back! Yeah... this was inevitable... The Bruins are set to take on the Leafs in round 1 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs! Tune in as we recap the end of the season, discuss the B's injury updates and preview another highly anticipated playoff matchup! Who has the advantage, and where? We…
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Fun in Florida - March 27th, 2024
We're back! The Bruins head down to Florida for a much-anticipated battle against the Panthers and Lightning! The Panthers, to no one's surprise, are still VERY unlikable. We also discuss the trend of the Bruins blowing leads, which leads to a fiery Montgomery at practice. We discuss Brazeau's...
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PAT MAROON IS A BRUIN - March 8th, 2024
We're back for the 2024 trade deadline recap... and the Bruins traded for Pat Maroon and Andrew Peeke! That's on us for joking about both of them last episode. Our apologies. The B's take on an injured Pat Maroon and a defenseman in Peeke that had trouble seeing the ice for a bad Blue Jackets…
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Trade Deadline SZN - March 4th, 2024
We're back! The Bruins, despite their recent horrible play, beat the Leafs as trade deadline week begins! Tune in as we discuss the Toronto game, along with the horrific Isles game. We discuss how badly the Bruins are missing Hampus Lindholm, Ullmark and Swayman suffering from bad defensive play,...
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Defense Not Defending - February 19th, 2024
We're back! Tune in as we discuss the Bruins 7-game homestand! We discuss the Bruins' defensive issues, which primarily stem from their left-side defensemen. Where do they go from here? Is Mason Lohrei the answer? On the bright side, Brad Marchand played his 1,000th NHL game, and was honored…
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Into the Break - January 30th, 2024
We're back! More heartbreaking and infuriating news comes out of the NHL, as Dillon Dube, Michael McLeod, Cal Foote, Carter Hart and Alex Formenton have been charged with sexual assault in regards to the Team Canada 2018 WJC investigation. If you wish to not hear this, the conversation regarding...
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FULL CIRCLE - January 14th, 2024
We're back! It has been almost a full month since we last recorded, and the Bruins went 6-3-3 in the games since. We discuss the continued 4th line benching, Injuries galore, and Sidney Crosby is still Sidney Crosby. Brad Marchand hits 900 points and closes in on 1000 NHL games... and we cannot...
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Working Overtime - December 19th, 2023
We're back! The Bruins face some adversity as they've gone 2-1-3 in their last 6 games, and continue to have difficulty holding onto leads after two periods. Tune in as we discuss the recent games- McAvoy and Zacha miss some games with injuries, while David Pastrnak continues to light the lamp.…
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Brad Marchand, Our King - December 4th, 2023
We're back! Tune in as we breakdown the recent handful of games and give our insights on a THREE (gasp) game losing streak. We get into the notables and discuss Lohrei getting sent down, Bergeron playing in his first alumni game and more! Chicago Blackhawks talk (Hall injury, Perry situation)…
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Welp - November 20th, 2023
TW: Domestic violence, abuse (conversation ends at 13:00) We are back! Milan Lucic has been arrested in Boston, and will be appearing in court on Tuesday, facing a charge of "assault and battery on a family or household member." We discuss the infuriating & heartbreaking situation before...
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A Loss In Regulation? - November 4th, 2023
We're back! The Bruins continue to win (most) of their games. Tune in as we recap the Bruins' recent games and Alex's first experiences at TD Garden. We also discuss Charlie McAvoy being suspended, Tyler Bertuzzi being unnecessarily hated by Leafs fans, and the drama that is the Ottawa Senators!…
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The Bruins Are... Still Good? - October 25th, 2023
We're back! The Bruins have opened the season 6-0! Tune in as we discuss the Bruins play to start the year, the centennial ceremony before opening night, and the impact Matt Poitras has had in his first handful of games! Jake DeBrusk was scratched against the Kings for being late to a team...
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2023-24 NHL Season Preview! - October 9th, 2023
We are back! The 2023-24 NHL season is here, and we're here to preview a new era of Boston Bruins hockey! Tune in as we break down the opening night roster, potential lines, and the emergence of young players! We discuss the Bruins potential ceiling and floor for the upcoming season, and if there...
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Brad Marchand is Captain... and the Preseason is Here! - September 27th, 2023
We're back! Brad Marchand has been named captain, and the B's centennial jerseys have been released! Tune in as we discuss Mike Babcock pulling a Mike Babcock in the least surprising event of 2023, and all of the storylines from training camp! Bussi is elite, Poitras and Beecher shine as the…
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Thank you, David Krejci (Again) - September 6th, 2023
We are back! The Bruins lose another legend to retirement, as David Krejci announces his retirement from the NHL. Tune in as we discuss his career and what he meant to the Bruins and the City of Boston! We then discuss the recent moves by the Bruins. Swayman and Frederic get new contracts…
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Thank You, Patrice Bergeron - July 26th, 2023
We are back to record a sombre one! Patrice Bergeron has announced his retirement, putting a close to an absurd, legendary career. This episode is solely Patrice Bergeron praise, as we reflect on his illustrious career, which saw him dominate and win at every level he played. While Patrice…
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The Bruins are... Making Some Moves! - July 3rd, 2023
We're back! The NHL awards and entry draft have come and gone, and so has July 1st! Tune in as we discuss what is looking like a completely different Bruins team. We are joined by Will (@CharlieGOATavoy) to break down all of the Bruins news! Taylor Hall is dealt to the Blackhawks for some salary...
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Cup Final Recap + the Mystical Bruins Offseason - June 19th, 2023
We're back! Bruce Cassidy is a Stanley Cup Champion as his Golden Knights beat the Panthers in 5 games! Tune in as we recap the cup finals and then preview and ponder the upcoming roster decisions for the Bruins! Who stays, and who goes? Who should be traded to clear cap space? We then discuss…
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Florida Man Goes to Stanley Cup Final - June 1st, 2023
We're back! The 2023 Stanley Cup Final is set to begin on Saturday, June 3rd as the Eastern Conference Champion Florida Panthers take on the Western Conference Champion Vegas Golden Knights. Will Bruce Cassidy finally get his name on the cup? Tune in as we give our predictions in what should be a...
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Collapse & Heartbreak - May 4th, 2023
We're back! After sitting on a heartbreaking game 7 loss for a few days, we're back to break down what probably was the biggest choke in the history of the NHL! We go back and look through game 7, and the series after game 4, as the Bruins, with some questionable coaching decisions, strayed...
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Well. Game 7 It is - April 28th, 2023
We're back... and after two losses... the 2022-23 Boston Bruins are on the brink of blowing a 3-1 series lead, as Florida forces a game 7 in Boston on Sunday night. We recap games 5 and 6 as Jim Montgomery fumbles the lines for game 5, decides to sit Grzelcyk in game 6, and fails to adjust as...
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Stranglehold - April 23rd, 2023
We're back! Without Bergeron... and David Krejci, the Bruins manage to dominate both games 3 and 4 in Sunrise, and head back to Boston with a 3-1 series lead! We break down the games, the Florida Panthers' shenanigans, and the great takeaways from the show the B's put on in Florida. Charlie…
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Well... They didn't get swept! - April 19th, 2023
We're back! The Bruins have not looked like themselves, but find themselves in a 1-1 tie as the series shifts to Florida for games 3 and 4! Patrice Bergeron misses the first two games with the mysterious illness/injury combo, everyone decides to turn the puck over, and Tyler Bertuzzi is still a...
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The Time Has Come - April 15th, 2023
We're back! The 2023 NHL regular season has ended, and the Stanley Cup Playoffs are set to begin on Monday, April 17th. The Bruins have finished the 2022-23 season at an amazing record of 65-12-5 amassing an NHL record 135 points. We take a look back at the B's final handful of games... Brad...
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Greatest Team In History - April 9th, 2023
We are back.. and it's official. The 2022-23 Boston Bruins are the greatest team in NHL history, as with their 63rd win, they set the record for most wins in a single season. Oh yeah, David Pastrnak has a hat trick against Philly to hit SIXTY (60!!) goals on the season. We also get into Coach...
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Ritchie Swap - March 19th, 2023
We are back! The Bruins torturous March schedule rolls on as they win their last 3 games by a total goal differential of +13. They Clinched a playoff spot on MARCH ELEVENTH. The B's continue their historic season as they now have 111 points in 69 games, and their season-long goal differential is…
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Pastrnak Signed, Bertuzzi's a Bruin... and so much else - March 2nd, 2023
We are back! The Bruins had quite the day on March 2nd, where it started off with the B's acquiring Tyler Bertuzzi, placing Nick Foligno on IR, Taylor Hall on LTIR, and then finally, they announced an 8-year, $90M contract ($11.25M AAV) for David Pastrnak. They finally did it! We break down the...
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Hathaway and Orlov to Boston! - February 23rd, 2023
We are back... and Don Sweeney continues to impress at the deadline as he makes a BIG move, acquiring defenseman Dmitry Orlov and forward Garnet Hathaway from the Washington Capitals! The B's send Craig Smith and 3 draft picks to Washington, and send a 5th to Minnesota as they retain an extra 25%...
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Return of the King - February 20th, 2023
We are back... and so is Jake DeBrusk! Tune in as we discuss his return, the Bruins continued winning ways, and the latest around the NHL as the trade deadline draws close! Ryan O'Reilly and Noel Acciari are Leafs, and Vladimir Tarasenko is a NY Ranger! The Bruins are prioritizing Left side...
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30 Days Until the Trade Deadline - February 1st, 2023
We are back! The Bruins lose 3 in a row but respond with a decisive win against the Leafs before their 9-day break. Montgomery, Pastrnak, and Ullmark will head to Florida for the all-star game. Brad Marchand is a nightmare for people on twitter... specifically for everyone's favorite Leafs fan!...
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Czech-Mate - January 16th, 2023
We are back! The Bruins continue to pile up the wins... in hockey arenas, and ballparks! We break down the winter classic, a Pasta-infested western conference road trip, a huge game against the Leafs, and David Krejci's 1000th NHL game. We discuss the aftermath of Jake DeBrusk's injury, and a...
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More Wins, Less Problems - December 28th, 2022
We're back! In a recurring theme, the Bruins continue their winning ways as their record climbs to 28-4-3. Jeremy Swayman continues to improve, Craig Smith bounces from Providence and Boston (on paper), and Hampus Lindholm continues to be a stud for the Bruins. We discuss the most recent games,...
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