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Ep 1018-Aftermath
This week we're talking about the Bruins trade deadline and evaluating the deals that Don Sweeney made
Ep 1017-Lose Twenty Games in a Row
This week we're talking about the trade deadline. Usually, the Boston Bruins under Donny Sweeney's management have been buyers but this season is different and the former Sweenius is going to have to balance selling and attaining assets. Who will be on the move? Trent Frederic (edit: yes)? Brandon Carlo? Morgan Geekie? We talk about all that and more.
Ep 1016-Good Vibes Only
This week we're all about GOOD VIBES ONLY so we talk very very little about this Bruins team.
Ep 1015 - Games in Ham
So this week, we really (didn't) want to talk about Bruins hockey. It was a rough week and we needed to blow off so steam at the team and also talk about what seems to be a myriad of topics: sitcoms and shows we like Mortal Kombat Jonathan Taylor Thomas vs JT Miller and many more!
Ep 1014 - Old Guys And Weirdos
This week we have a very long but enjoyable conversation. Spanning from the Bruins and how they are playing right now to the idea of a 3-point game to history of the game, we're mostly on topic with hockey this week. I apologise for the audio quality. It is not up to my usual standard.
Ep 1013 - Zebulon
This week we discuss the two games the Bruins played against the Lightning and the Senators. We continue our discussion of what the Bruins should do at and before the trade deadline based upon the comments that Bruins President Cam Neely made this week. And do you know what Zebulon, GA is most famous for?
Ep 1012 - Time For Trades?
This week we're entertaining the idea of shaking up the roster through trades. Who should stay? Who should go? Who should make these decisions? Is Don Sweeney worth keeping now? We answer these questions and more!
Ep 1011 - Back From Break
This week we're back from break and we're talking about the week's games. And we're still dealing with the ghost of Jim Montgomery
Ep 1010-Win Streak
This week, we're talking about the Bruins winning ways, what's up with Pasta, and how Sacco needs to keep making Zacha-Pasta a thing
Ep 1009-Wacko for Sacco
This week we're talking about how the Bruins have improved under HC Joe Sacco, what problems still remain, and how they've finally scored a third period goal at home. And of course, we go way off topic as well.
Ep 1008-Saccomania
This week we discuss the immediate aftermath of the Montgomery firing, whether or not we think Swayman and Korpisalo should have a regular rotation until Swayman finds his way, car colors, and what we thought of House of the Seven Gables. No, seriously. It fits in a weird way
Ep 1007-Fire Monty
Well, this either aged well or not. This week we're basically having a bit of a b*tchsesh because this Boston Bruins team is terrible and just no fun to watch. and of course, we have some other fun nonsense going on.
Ep 1006 Don't Think, Just Do
This week, we're kind of fed up with the lack of scoring and even more specifically the lack of shots on goal. So we try to figure out where the problem lays: coaching, leadership, or the players?
Ep 1005 Back to Back Shutouts
This week we we talk about the tricks (Flyers, Canes) and the treats (2nd Flyers, Kraken). Do you know why that one goal was discounted? Mandi will explain. And we learn about the mythological origins of the Kraken together.
Ep 1004-Hate to Lose More Than You Love to Win
Sorry, we're a little behind. This week is we talk about the lackluster efforts against the Predators and Stars and the good win against the Maple Leafs. And other things.
Bonus Bear 1003 Gute Zeiten
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Ep 1003 What Is This Team?
The Bruins up and down play is making it difficult to know what kind of team they are
Ep 1002-The Forgotten Episode
Ha ha ha! This is the forgotten episode that was edited and unuploaded. It's fun, I promise
Ep 1001-Where's the BEEF?
We're back with a brand new episode for a brand new hockey season. We're talking about the Swayman ordeal and subsequent contract, how we feel about this team, and of course the amount of BEEF (Big Effin' Enormous Fückers) that we have on this team, especially on D.
Ep 917-The Lindholm Supremacy
This week we're all about the Bruins draft picks and free agency signings. Tim tells us all about his travels. And we talk about a Little Caesars date.
Ep 916- Centers?
In this episode we discuss the various places that Linus Ullmark could be traded to along with the idea that he could remain for his final year. The Bruins need a 1C. Will they be able to find that through free agency or trade? We talk about centers and other forwards that could be available through both.
Ep 915 - Bruins Season Is Over
It's been a while and now we're back wrapping up the season that was.
Ep 914-It's the Leafs Ha Ha Ha
Truthfully, we spend very little time talking about the Bruins-Leafs matchup because we all know all about it. But, we do talk time to talk about the Arizona-SLC situation (RIP Coyotes) and bid farewell to Jack Edwards who is retiring following this playoff series
Ep 913-Dude McGuy
This week we're just keeping up with the Bruins winning ways.
Ep 912-The Big Rig Peeke's Your Interest
In this episode the ganag's all here and we're mostly wrapping up the trade deadline by talking about the Bruins acquisitions.
Ep 911-Who's Afraid of the Bruins
This week it's a solo show for VA, who hits on topics such as recent Bruins games, Jack Edwards, and updates on the trade deadline happenings around the league.
Ep 910-Trade Deadtime
This week , we're talking a little about last week's games (ugh) and what we want to happen at the trade deadline (double ugh).
Ep 909 - Slump
This week, we're talking about how the Bruins are playing after the All Start break. Their 7-game homestand was not as successful as they or we would have liked. Will their luck change this next week on the road?
Ep 908 - Heiny Hatty And No Habs No
This week it's just the New England faction holding down the fort talking about the Bruins win streak against good teams and the beat down of the Habs on Saturday night. It's always a glorious day to hate the Habs!
Ep 907 - Who Is This Team?
Have you wanted to hear the unique vocal stylings of Tim singing CCR? Then this is the episode for you! We're back and trying to muddle through what we think this team is and look forward tio what they should do at the deadline while noting how players are right now. We discuss the pile of bodies that are the injured and speculate about what is going on with Grzelcyk.
Ep 906 - Future Problems
This week we start off very off topic and go from there. Matty Pots is of to the WJC. Geekie has finally activated. No one can stop Coyle or Pasta in the shootout. All fun stuff. But then we mull over what the Bruins could ask if other teams wanted one of Swaymark tandem. (For the record, we do not want the tandem split up nor do we believe it will happen.)
Ep 905 - We're Back!
After a month's hiatus, we're back and boy do we have a lot to talk about.
Ep 904 - Technical Difficulties
This week, we're struggling through technical difficulties. Whether it's a malfunctioning computer, a toddler requiring assistance, or players who seem to be a little off, we're working through it.
Ep 903 - Here To Stay?
The Bruins have wrapped their Californian swing and we learned some things about the team. One of the things we learned was that MattyPots could be staying for a long time.
Ep 902 - Don't Let Chicago's Goaltending Affect Your Life
On this new edition of Bearly ion Topic we answer many burning questions that everyone wants answered like: 1. Is Carlton Fisk still alive? 2. Can a 19 year-old legally drink alcohol in Canada? 3. How old is Erik Karlsson? In addition to all that we talk about the first two games, give our new center a new nickname, and stop letting Chicago's goaltending affect our lives.
Ep 901 - Bruins Centennial
It's the Boston Bruins centennial year and we're here for it. So we start off our ninth season of BoT talking about the roster and making our predictions for the season. Who predicted that Poitras, Beecher, and Lohrei would bestaples of the lineup by December? Who predicted that Connor McDavid would join the Bruins at the trade deadline? Who think that Poitras will be a Calder finalist? Did someone predict something even bigger? Listen and find out!
Ep 825 - Bergy And Krejci
After a long hiatus, we're back with a long overdue episode about the retirements of both Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci. And of course, we get sidetracked as usual.
Ep 824 - Taking Care Of Business
This week we're wrapping up our business from the season that was including going over our predictions from just prior to the start of the season. Who won? Who knows? Then we talk about a lot of stuff, namely free agency including the return of Milan Lucic. We gloss over the draft because there wasn't much there.
Ep 823 - Whelp
How long does it take me to put out an episode in which we grapple with our feelings (mostly disappointment) about the Boston Bruins first round exit? Apparently almost a month. This episode is about us trying to figure out what happened, how we feel about what happened, and not at all about what the future Bruins team will look like. That is for another episode.
Ep 822 - (Alternate) Captain Brad
This week the Boston Bruins and Florida Panthers played 4 games of their first round series and we're here to talk about them. With Patrice Bergeron out with an undisclosed injury, it's up to (Alternate) Captain Brad to lead the team to victory (3 times, not bad) and help his team avoid the pitfalls of playing against the Swamp Kittens. Guess who doesn't have any PIM in this series? Anyway, we discuss the games and how we feel that the series will go from here.
Ep 821- Believe In Boston
We made it! It's playoff time! With the Bruins taking on the Panthers in the first round, we decided to take a look at the matchup and predict what we think will happen.
Ep 820- End Of The Regular Season
We love this team. We do. The Bruins broke the record for single season wins. Should they rest everyone after or go for the record of standings points? Pasta scores 60 goals and reached more career milestones. We talk about who we'd rather the Bruins face in the first round and how we think a first round between the Leafs and Bolts. Who will be Seventh Player? All this and more...
Ep 819- The Last Real Roadtrip
In this episode we talk about what we learned from the Bruins last real roadtrip of the season. We also talk about players who are having great seasons and who should win the Seventh Player. What about the NHL Awards? Yeah, we've got it. Injuries? wish we had better news. And Tim gives a very thoughtful opinion on James Reimer.
Ep 818 - Post Trade Deadline 2023
This week we're talking about the trade deadline: what the Bruins did and what other teams in the East did. Who were we surprised by? Who were we not? How are the new Bruins acquisitions turning out? All this and more!
Ep 817- Bonus Bear - Trade Reaction And Goalie Goal!
Last week we recorded an episode. However, life got in the way of releasing it. The trouble of recording an episode around the trade deadline is that information can become outdated very quickly. So instead of releasing the whole thing, I decided that we'd just release the reaction to the trade we knew about and the best thing to happen in a long time: Linus Ullmark's goalie goal!
Ep 816 - Pre - Trade Deadline
This week we review the Bruins 4 game win streak and talk about the Bruins trade deadline possibilities
Ep 815 - A Tale Of Two Games
This week we're only discussing two games, one before the break (Maple Leafs) and one after (Capitals). The team couldn't have played any differently in these two games. Then we start talking about the trade deadline and discover there's a lot to unpack.
Ep 814 - The Slide
It was bound to happen. Geoff tried to warn us months ago that we'd have to deal with it. But who thinks about skids when their team is just playing bonkers hockey? Yes, the Boston Bruins have experienced their first real losing streak of 3 games. There's no need to panic, they just need some rest. We talk about those games and look forward to the one game in the near future.
Ep 813 - This F'ing Team
This week we are joined by special guest and friend of the pod Mandi who takes her due credit for the improvement of one player on the squad. We talk about all the games and some dirty goals from some filthy players. VA tries her hand at calling a fight while Tim tells us how we could deal with a stupidly high QO on a potential trade.
Ep 812- Smarting Real Good
Hey, we're back. This time we're trying our best to sound smart. While we gloss over the three game California trip that was mostly past our bedtimes, we mostly talk about the game against the Kraken and the appointment viewing that was the Leafs-Bruins game on Saturday night. We talk about Zacha's new deal and what that means. And of course, we make our soft predictions for the next week. This team is bonkers and incredibly fun!
Ep 811 - The NHL On TNT Sucks
The title says it all. Surprisingly, we have more we talk about like how the Bruins did in the two weeks we were away. How was the Winter Classic? What's going on with Pasta's contract? And finally all the ways (we could think of) for why we hate the TNT broadcasts of hockey. Hint: it's not Anson Carter; we love him.
Ep 810 - Some Weeks Are Meh
In this last episode before our holiday break, we talk about the week's games and how the team somehow had a meh week but ended up with 5 standings points. We talk about Linus Ullmark and what he's had to overcome. And of course, we discuss the Winter Classic goalie gear. We also sprinkle in some Mighty Ducks , car talk, and a German lesson that you didn't (know you'd) want because we are Bearly on Topic.
EP 809- Good Ice, Bad Icing
This week we talk about the two games versus the Vegas Golden Knights, against the Colorado Avalanche on the road and *that* game at Arizona. We also address the Zdeno Chara comments controversy and why Jordan Binnigton sucks.
Ep 808- Full Monty
This week we talk about the two games played so far and the one the Bruins will play tonight. How do we think that will go?
Ep 807 - Good And Fun
This week we start talking about television then start talking about the games and how the Bruins are playing.
Ep 806 - Winning Is Fun
Will Patrice Bergeron get his 1000th point this week? We discuss that and other stuff.
Ep 805- Wrong
This week we're a little off our game but the Bruins surely are on theirs. So we do talk a little bit about hockey , and Pasta's potential contract, if it even happens. We wrap up with some talk about the players favorite players.
Ep 804- The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
This week we talk about the good (this team and their winning ways), the bad (the loss to the Leafs and all the injuries), and the ugly (the Mitchell Miller signing debacle). While we love the players, especially this leadership core and their pushback, we cannot stand behind the actions of the front office.
Ep 803 - All The Goalie Hugs
This team is fun and we're here for it. Riding atop the NHL with a 8-1 record, the B's will see their first real tests this week on the road. We also start to talk about what a Pasta extension might look like. And we talk about the new Reverse Retro sweaters.
Ep 802 - Score All The Goals
This week we're talking about the fabulous goal-laden start to the Bruins season. Eleven goals in the first two games scored by all sorts of players! We also dip into some predictions for how many points the B's will have after this four game stretch.
Ep 801 - New Season, New Bruins
The new season is nigh and we're here for it. We talk about the roster looks like as of recording, including what the waiver wire tells us. Are those paper moves or not? This episode is extra long because we log our predictions for the new Bruins season.
Ep 721- Bergy And Krejci Are Back
Striking while the iron is hot, we're talking about the three signings that happened on Monday: Patrice Bergeron, David Krejci, and Pavel Zacha.
Ep 720- Kicking It Down The Road
This week we're breaking down the Bruins moves during the draft and free agency. Why would Bergeron and Krejci sign? Why hasn't it happened yet? What else happened around the league? And Tim says goodbye to Bruins legend Erik Haula.
Ep 719 - Finally A New Coach
Finally, the Bruins have hired a new coach and we're here to talk about Jim Montgomery. What's going on with Patrice Bergeron? Should we really buy into David Krejci coming back? We also talk about the draft and what the Bruins need to select.
Ep 718- Sad In A Group
Last time we lounged into our benign masochism but now we're just sad in a group. Or is it angry in a group? We're venting and trying to go through all the steps of grieving as the Bruins slowly fall apart at the hands of the idiots in charge, Don Sweeney and Cam Neely. Come vent with us!
Ep 717- Benign Masochism
Being firmly in summer mode two weeks after the Bruins first round exit, we're talking about different pieces of information disseminated by the team after break-up week...very slowly. There's a lot of information and instead of inundating you, dear listeners, we've decided to break it down in bite sized pieces. This time we're talking about injuries and other things players might be going through.
Ep 716 - One And Done
This week, we wrap up the Bruins playoffs. We start to talk about where the Bruins go from here. (This will be a longer conversation answered in part during the summer.) And we start to talk about the very real possibility of The Bad Thing.
Ep 715- Two All
This week we're talking about the first four games of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal series between the Bruins and Hurricanes.
Ep 714- Hello Playoffs
With the regular season a wrap, we look forward to the playoff series between the Bruins and Hurricanes. Kinda. First we talk about all sorts of other league stuff and talk about the interesting aspects of the final 7 games. don't forget to fill out your playoff brackets!
Ep 713- F*cking Boatshoes
This week we're a little worn down by the teams' injuries and win-loss record. What happens when you take away players from each position? Bad things. There were some good performances in there but we're moving on to the final games of the season. The playoff teams are set in the East and we're just waiting for the seeding. Would we prefer the Canes or the Rags? What about a TBL-TML matchup? Finally, Tim talks about the Providence Bruins and careens into a TED Talk on the DC Universe. Come for the weariness and stay for the rant!
Ep 712 - We're Not Broken
This week we're talking about the Bruins' winning ways without overlooking the challenge they had against the Toronto Maple Leafs. We also talk about Tuukka's retirement, North Billerica new guy Marc McLaughlin's first NHL goal, and what's going on in Providence.
Ep 711 - Hampus Day
The Bruins finally did it! They obeyed Geoff's longtime wish to make Hampus Lindholm a Bruin. They did it in time for us to talk about it during our episode. Will the Bruins do more? They have room. Will they look at Center? How were the B's the past couple of weeks? We talk about all of that and more.
Ep 710- Captain Daddy
This week we talk about the Bruins 6 game road trip and all the pints they amassed. Our main game that we all watched was the Bruins vs CBJ, so we focus some of our wandering attention to that. What are the trade targets for this Bruins team? We talk a little bit about that because the trade deadline is coming up soon.
Ep 709- Barely On Topic
This week we truly live up to our name in that we struggle to talk about the Bruins and we seem to talk about ALL THE OTHER TEAMS. Well, not really. There is so Bruins talk in there.
Ep 708 - Goodbye, Tuukka
This week we're talking about Tuukka Rask, his sudden retirement, and what he meant to the Bruins and the fans.
Ep 707 - Bruins Before The Break
This week it's just Va and Geoff holding down the fort. we talk about how the Bruins had a letdown after nearly a month of good hockey. In juries, Covid, All Star Game Break. And we talk about what hockey you should watch in the Olympics.
Ep 706- Wild Card 1
After having no follow through on picking games to talk about, we briefly go through the seven games of the past two weeks because a lot of stuff happened. And yes we talk about that game (quickly) more because the Willie O'Ree banner raising is important. We also talk about ideal playoff positioning for an immoveable East. And we add a little chat about some other areas of the NHL, most notably Edmontion.
Ep 705- Catching Up
We're back after taking some time off. And there's some stuff to catch up on. We're a bit up in our feels right now. (We recorded this before the Tuukka re-signing and before Charlie McAvoy returned from injury)
Ep 704- Hold My Beer
Instead of talking about games, we decide to delve into the tumultuous week the Bruins have endured and continue to move through. We tackle the Marchand suspension, Cassidy's catching of the 'Rona, the Providence Bruins massive Covid situation, and finally Jake DeBrusk's trade request and the subsequent fallout. This episode is lightly edited (for your pleasure) to expedite it's release. It's long so curl up with coffee and a blanket or plan to take a ride that is at least twice the width of Rhode Island. If you do, don't forget to pack an overnight bag.
Ep 703- What Are The Bruins
In this episode we talk about the two games the Bruins against the Red Wings and at the Leafs. What did we learn about the team from these two very different outcomes? Then we tackle the meat of the issue with what is wrong with the Bruins as they are right now. What new position are they going to have to fill. If Tuukka comes back, who will he replace? Is that something we want? Finally, we wrap up with some Bruins and P-Bruins news.
Ep 702- Fancy Cats And Canes
This week we're talking about the games you wanted us to watch and talk about against the Fancy Cats (Panthers) and the Hurricanes (Canes). Both games were tallied in the loss column for the Bruins but that doesn't mean they were bad games nor that we didn't learn something. We touch on some Bruins news including Nick Foligno, aka The Candy Corn King. Tim gives us an update on how the Providence Bruins have been doing.
Ep 701- Hockey Is Back
We're back for season 7. NHL hockey is back and the Bruins have a perfect record so far with one game in the books. How did we think they looked against Dallas? Who did we like? Who needs some work? We also talk about the big news of the week: Charlie McAvoy's new extension. Tim brings some Providence Bruins talk as well.
Ep 624- The Final Episode (of Season 6)
We're back for the final episode of Season 6. We wrap up some Bruins news from over the past two months. There's also some Rhode Island nonsense in here inspired in part by crafty Isles GM , Lou Lamiorello. It wouldn't be complete if we didn't have some regular and bold predictions heading into the next season. We'll be back in two weeks!
Ep 623- Foreshadowing!
This week's episode is full of foreshadowing. Don Sweeney's moves seem to dictate a need for versatility while tipping his hand to what could happen to the second line center position. *whispers* Foreshadowing! And then the news that we knew could come did and we all discuss how we feel about it.
Ep 622- Brothers!
This week we're talking about the Expansion Draft. Seattle is doing so many good things we just have to talk about it. We also talk about the Bruins draft picks in the NHL Entry Draft. For more specific Bruins stuff: we talk about the latest news and the Taylor Hall re-signing. Guess what, we like it!
Ep 621- Expansion Draft
In this episode we talk about the following: New Relationship Statuses Forrest Fenn Treasure A bunch of Bruins updates The protection list Who the Bruins might lose to the Kraken It's a long one so take your time to work through it all. We have a update of our own towards the end.
Ep 620- The Future Is Uncertain
Recorded on 6/13 This episode we make sense of the Bruins loss in the playoffs to the New York Islanders. We also discuss Bruins breakup day and what some of the players said about their seasons. Towards the end, VA asks for your help.
Ep 619- F*ck The Islanders
This week we talk about the first 4 games of the Bruins-Islanders playoff series. We're a little frustrated by the Isles who can really make a defensive game look pretty dull. Not 2016-2017 Ottawa Senators Neutral Zone Trap dull but still . Geoff shares the secret to Mathew Barzal's recent success. And of course, we complain about the Bruins because we can (and should).
Ep 618 - Bruins Are In The Second Round, Baby
This week, we really try (and fail) to stay on topic regarding the Bruins-Islanders playoff series. It's hard to talk about such an exciting team like the Islander...zzzzz. Anyway, we talk about how the series will go. We also talk a little bit about Wayne Gretzky's new gig and Zdeno Chara's future.
Ep 617- Be Mad, Bro
This week we're talking about the 4 playoffs games this week between the Boston Bruins and the Washington Capitals. How do we feel about the team right now? How funny is it that Chris Wagner is in Tom Wilson's head? Is Taylor Hall handsome? Find out these things and more!
Ep 616- Playoff Time Again
In this special episode, we have a full crew talking about the matchup between the Bruins-Capitals. Of course we go off topic, have tangents, and eventually get back on course. We make our picks for who will win this round and the amount of games they will. If you haven't already, join our NHL Bracket Challenge here: https://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/leagues/15699
Ep 615 - Playoff Bound
This week, we talk as much as we can about the Bruins as this season is winding down. They made the playoffs! As of Sunday, we had no idea who they would face in the postseason. We wrap our heads around the situation with the New York Rangers and wtf happened against the Capitals this week. For some reason, we take an interlude to speak about pop and other forms of music because we aren't names Bearly on Topic for nothing.
Ep 614- Matrix
This week, we revel in the week that David Krejci had, returning to his Matrix form. We also talk about the new look third line. The NHL has a couple if new broadcast partners for the next seven years and we discuss the finer details of the deals. Will it be good for the NHL? Will it help grow the game? Find out what we think.
Ep 613 - WTF Is The Seventh Player?
This week we decide not to take a deep dive on the games but talk about interesting aspects of them. NIck clarifies his comments last week on the Reilly trade and we compare the trade deals this season to the 2019 deadline deals. We have a spirited discussion of what the Seventh Player Award really means as it seems that NESN has tweaked that. They have also presented a curated list of who fans can vote for: hint, it cannot be Brad Marchand. Geoff and Nick discuss the week in which relegation and the Super League were stories and how they could/ couldn't work in the US.
Ep 612 - Welcome Hall, Lazar, Reilly
This week, we're talking about the exciting week of hockey that happened after the trade deadline which saw the additions of 2LW Taylor Hall, 4C Curtis Lazar, and D Mike Reilly. What do we like so far? Who do we like right now? Will Bruins hockey be fun to watch again?
Ep 611- 2021 Trade Deadline
This week, we're talking about the trade deadline. What we think the Bruins should do, what they will do. And of course, we're very wrong. So listen to us make fools of ourselves.
Ep 610 - Sidelined
This week, we talk about how the Bruins are sidelined with several members of the team on the Covid list. We talk about the play as of late and the NHL debut of goalie Dan Vladar. Geoff describes the four states of teams in the NHL and has a radical idea for what the Bruins will do should they fail to go all in by the trade deadline.
Ep 609- Crime And Punishment
This week we shift our focus from talking about the Bruins play to a couple of incidents that occurred over the two games against the Washington Capitals that resulted in little to no penalty time but fines or more after the games by the NHL Department of Player Safety.
Ep 608- Hit Him Hard
This week we talk about the terrible games in New York, the one good game in New York, and how everybody hates Ryan Lindgren. Nick Ritchie fought and that was a decision he made. We also talk about defensive depth, injuries, and how you should never be ashamed to love a specific player even if they aren't a star.
Ep 607- Lake Tahoe
This week we mostly focus on the fantastic Lake Tahoe game. Why is Pasta not the face of the NHL? Is Trent Frederic living his best life? Why are we recording on a Monday night? Also, we dip our toes into other NHL waters: Should Eichel be traded? What about McDavid? What do we think of the Artemi Panarin situation? And we talk about the game at the end of tis week. Which will the Bruins win and which will they lose?
Ep 606- The Mark Of The Beast
In this very special episode, we are met wit a great beast at the 6 minute mark. Mostly, we talk about the games: the Pasta hat trick, the Frederic-Wilson fight (eventually), the gathering of defensemen in the penalty box. Nick is called away. Since the Bruins are facing the New York Rangers, Geoff and VA talk about the Tony DeAngelo situation.
Ep 605- A Pretty Good Week
This week we talk about the many games of the week. And the many injuries, known and mysterious.
Ep 604- Winning Is Fun
This week, we talk about how the Bruins have put together 2 wins in a row and have discovered even strength scoring. Those wins over the Flyers were great. We also discuss whether or not it's fine for a player to be great at one aspect of the game and bad at another.
Ep 603 - Don't Panic...Yet
This week, we check in on the Bruins after two games. How's it going? Is it time to panic yet? No, not yet. We're feeling pretty good about the defense but we consider another piece. We also talk about two goaltenders who have recently left the game.
Ep 602- Hockey Is Back
This week, we talk about what the Bruins roster looks like heading into the first week of hockey. Who's filling in for Pasta? What does the defense look like? Will Jeremy Lauzon and Jakub Zboril stay in their spots or be moved around? We'll all find out together.
Ep 601- Therapy
We return this week frustrated by some of the moves or lack of moves that Don Sweeney orchestrated. Was Zdeno Chara dumped? How much faith do we have in the team right now? We get it all out so we can all move forward.
Ep 537 - Bye Bye Bruins
This week VA and NIck wrap up the Bruins playoffs by talking about the Boston- Tampa Bay series. We're trying to make sense of things in a nonsensical time.
Ep 536- On To The Second Round
This week, VA wraps up her thoughts on Tuukka leaving the bubble. Nick learns a new word for "terrible person". We conclude our talk about teh first round and move on to the Lightning. Nick likes the matchup, VA is unsure. We send well wishes out to Claude.
Ep 535- Tuukka Talk
This week Nick is flying solo. Mostly he takes on the subject that rocked most BostonBruins fans this week: Tuukka's decision to leave the playoff bubble to return home to his family.
Ep 534 - It's For Realz Now
It's time for the Boston Bruins to play games for realz! Their opponent is the Carolina Hurricanes. But we don't talk much about that, instead wrapping up the round-robin/ qualifiers and the 2nd phase of the draft lottery. Next week, we'll talk about nothing but the Canes-B's series. Enjoy the fact that the Leafs are out!
Ep 533 - Hot Garbage
We waited until the Bruins played two games before we recorded again and...well, that was a decision we made. Are we concerned about teh Bruins play? Yep.
Ep 532 - The Selkiest
In this episode, VA and Nick talk about the rollercoaster ride that is the Unfit to Participate list during this reopening training camp. Bruce Cassidy told everyone to not read too much into it but we do our best to read just a little into it. Tuukka and Patrice are finalists. Woohoo! We wrap it up with a game of the week to be played in the not so distant future.
Ep 531 - Return To Action
Hey, we're back. This week, it's VA and Nick talking about all sorts of stuff that's happened over the past month or so, including the NHL's Return to Play plans for Phase 3 and 4.
Ep 530- Zoom!
After taking last week off, the gang is back to talk about Bruins news of the last two weeks. Tuukka talks about continuing his career, Zdeno is keeping track of his cubs via Zoom calls, and the AHL calls their season. As we usually are after a break, we're all over the place in this one.
Ep 529- Captain Captain Captain
This week VA, Geoff, and Tim discuss the contract extension of Jaroslav Halak. After that we have a thought experiment about which players have captain material and which do not.
Ep 528- Reunited And It Feels So Funny
This week we recap the best moments of the Zoom chat between the Bruins 2011 Stanley Cup Champion team. We have some news from various chats with fans and media. And we end things by talking about my favorite subject: Bruins dogs!
Ep 527- $20M To Get It Done
This week we turn most of our attention to the apparent cap constraints for the next season and how to sign Torey Krug and the other UFAs/ RFAs. With a potential static salary cap next season, we look at how to sign everyone, with or without the "Get out of cap jail free card" of Compliance Buyouts. We also answer one of your listener questions.
Ep 526- Seventh Player
This week we talk about the tragic death of Colby Cave, the prospect of summer hockey, Torey Krug's contract situation, Kevan Miller, and who we think should be the Seventh Player.
Ep 525- Tuukka's Farts And The Economic Impact
Theis week VA, Geoff, and Tim opine on one of the most popular topics of Boston media this week. We also tackle the impact of the NHL Pause.
Ep 524 - Frustrations As A Fan
This week, we sort through our feelings regarding fandom of a team run by terrible people. We also talk about a new Bruins signing and our favorite non-cup winning seasons.
Ep 523- Everything's Coming Up Tim
Tim takes a victory lap. We talk about the new signings: Jeremy Swayman and Nick Wolff. Playoffs? Regular season? Which will be played and how? There's a player submitted schedule and we talk about that. We discuss the inadequate efforts of the Jacobs family to "compensate" their workers and wrap it up with a user submitted question.
Ep 522 - Social Distancing Radio, Vol 1
It was inevitable that the world of sports would be touched by the coronavirus. Perhaps what wasn't expected was that the NHL would take an indefinite pause on the 2019-2020 season. We're here to make sense of all the news, talk about the Bruins last game against Philly, and to distract you from this scary new world we're living in. Don't worry, we'll be back again next week and we have a a plan.
Ep 521- Bananapants
This weeks we begin the final push of the regular season, the bananapants month of March. We talk about the games of the week and the bonkers things that happened within them. How are Ondrej Kase and Nick Ritchie fitting in? Why is a certain Boston sports media member wrong about Kase? We wrap up with the week's schedule. And yes, this was recorded before we knew that Torey Krug had an UBI.
Ep 520 - Trade Deadline 2020
This week, we're breaking down the multitude (read: two) deals the Bruins made at the trade deadline. Does this make the team stronger now or later? What about cap space? We also talk about the games of the week both played and to be played.
Ep 519- The Chuckening
This week we recorded one day later than normal. We're talking about the trade deadline and how recent trades might affect how the Bruins approach it. Geoff is not happy with the prospect of trading Danton Heinen. While we were recording, the Tyler Toffoli trade went down, so we discuss that as we found out more information.
Ep 518- No Contact
This week it's VA and blast from the past, Nick, talking about Bruins games and other news. Was Lauzon's suspension warranted? Was it too many games? What's going on with Joakim Nordstrom? Nick brings his unique outlook about hockey equipment to the chat to brainstorm that. Also, we answer the question of where Zdeno Chara should spend his all-expense paid vacation from his teammates.
Ep 517 - Post Break Return To Form
This week we recorded during the Super Bowl, so we're a little distracted by commercials. Overall, we're pretty happy with how the Bruins have returned from their 9 day break. We talk about David Pastrnak's turn in the ASG. How should the Bruins deal with David Backes' contract? We have an idea. Also, Geoff finally says goodbye to Brett Ritchie. This and plenty more nonsense for you!
Ep 516 - Can We Not
This week with Geoff away we brought in another good hockey brain, our friend Ben, to commiserate about the Bruins losing ways, to solve for 2RW, and to talk Tuukka.
Ep 515 - We Love The Bruins Moms
This week we state our adoration of the Bruins moms so many times. We talk about the week in games which was a much more positive week than the one before. Geoff tells about the rumors and reports about the Bruins solving for 2RW. At some point there is way too much talk about 90's rock.
Ep 514 - Bruins Please Stop Losing
The Bruins keep losing and we're pretty sure they're out to collect all the loser points. All this losing is making us grumpy enough to produce shorter podcasts in which we'd rather talk about how to make your name Latvian than talk about actual games played by the boys in Black and Gold. Still, we try to hold some optimism near to us.
Ep 513 - Tom Wilson Inferno
This week VA, Geoff, and Tim attempt to record this episode while kinda-sorta watching the Sabres-Bruins game. We talk about the two games of the past week, David Pastrnak being voted to be an All-Star, and all sorts of injuries.
Ep 512- WTF Bruins
This week it's just VA and Tim reviewing the Bruins games of the week. We lament the Bruins inability to win in regulation, in overtime, and in the shootout. Why does this team hate us so much when we give them nothing but love?
Ep 511 - Stamkosed In The Face!
This week VA, Geoff, and Tim slog through the misery that was the Bruins road trip. Was it the Bruins or the Brians? We're all sick of Brett Ritchie, we want to solve for 2RW and not have to solve for 3c again (we still don't solve either). And we talk about Tim Thomas' coming out and talking about his grueling medical situation and how he's trying to recover from post-concussion syndrome.
Ep 510- Hockey Death
This week VA, Geoff, and Tim talk about whether or not the Bruins need to add physicality to their game or set a physical tone early. We talk about the Bruins games this week and how the streak had to end sometime. We also do a follow-up on coaches' behavior and talk about how we feel about Anders Bjork possibly playing his off-side.
Ep 509- This Team, This F'ing Team
This week, VA, Geoff, and Tim discuss the many ways the Bruins continue to win games. We might talk a little bit too much about Thanksgiving foods, especially the ones that Tuukka Rask hates. We also talk about some real concerns that have emerged in the coaching realm. No, not Bruce but rather others.
Ep 508 - Grizzdiculous
VA is trying to make "fetch" happen, just with a different word. We discuss the games of the week, including that Devils game in which Grzelcyk broke out. We also do a deep dive into injuries and what the troubles the team may have when (and in some cases, if) injured players return. Recorded on Sunday, November 24th, so we are already outdated.
Ep 507 - The Boys Take Over
This week, Geoff and Tim take over the show and discuss the games of the week, the underwhelming play of the Bruins, and how important Torey Krug is to the team.
Ep 506 - Krug Contract Talk
This week, we're excited about the news of the Bruins 2020-2021 season opener, we're underwhelmed by the Bruins play of late, and we're a bit anxious about what a Torey Krug extension might look like.
Ep 505- Sean Kuraly Probably Hates Me
This week, VA recounts her experience at a card show with personal appearances from Kuraly and Bergeron. We discuss the Bruins games of the week, injuries, and that Halloween party picture among other things. We don't have too much to complain about!
Ep 504- We Like Big Butts (stereo)
Ep 504- We Like Big Butts (stereo) by Bearly on Topic
Ep 503- Another Pastatrick
This is a little bit late but better late than never, right? This week we talk about Pasta's latest hat trick and scoring. We talk about the games against the Ducks and the Bolts. We also discuss what the Bruins should do with the second line (and other lines) while David Krejci is injured.
Ep 502- Miller's Wooden Leg
This week VA, Geoff, and Tim discuss the opening week of the Bruins 2019-20 NHL Season. VA describes a very special event in her life. Geoff is confounded with Hockey Twitter's outrage over a stupid thing Jack Edwards said. And Time is just glad the B's are winning. Are we a little worried about the Bruins goal scoring? Maybe just a very tiny bit or maybe not at all.
Ep 501 Season Five Is Alive!
We're back for season five. This episode is kind of like our training camp in which we check in, discuss news from over the summer, and make predictions for the upcoming Bruins season. We're all worried about a certain Bruins player's body part and you should be as well.
Ep 436- Free Agency Is Stupid
Free agency has come (and mostly gone) and we're talking about what the Bruins acquired and what they've lost. We also discuss the RFAs (Heinen, Carlo, McAvoy) and other player statuses. And we take a look at other signings around the NHL. We'll be back in September.
Ep 435- Draft And Stuff
In this episode, VA, Geoff, and Tim discuss what happened during the draft, the NHL Awards, and the new circumstances for former Bruins players.
Ep 434 - Prediction Business
In this episode we see how we did on all sorts of predictions from this season- and make more!
Ep 433- Group Therapy
In this Very Special Episode of Bearly on Topic, VA, Geoff, and Tim all try to come to terms with the loss of the Stanley Cup. As one might guess, they're all dealing differently. Later on, friends of the podcast Mandi and Josh talk about how they're coping. We also talk about the mountain of injuries revealing at Breakup Day.
Ep 432- Anger Translator
This week, VA, Geoff, and Tim act as your anger translators for Games 4 and 5 (especially Game 5). How do they feel about Game 6, as they recorded earlier in the day on Sunday. What about Wednesday?
Ep 431- No Sleep Til Stanley
This week VA, Geoff, and Tim break down the first three games of the Stanley Cup Final between the Boston Bruins and the St Louis Blues. Who is performing? Who is irritating us ?(Hint: it's David Perron) We also discuss why Gronk is better than Travis Kelce, how old you can tell someone is based upon their Matchbox Twenty jokes, and how Tim is here for all the 90's era bands.
Ep 430 - Bunch Of Not Dickheads
In this very special episode of BoT, we preview the Stanley Cup Final between the Boston Bruins and St Louis Blues. What doe we fear about the Blues? What do we like about the B's? We made bold predictions last week and now we predict the series. Let's go Bruins!
Ep 429- On To The Stanley Cup Final
This week, we're wrapping up the Eastern Conference Finals and talking about the Bruins advancing to the Stanley Cup Final. Since it was recorded before the WCF finished, we couldn't really talk about the opponent yet. Stay tuned for that next episode!
Ep 428- Secondary Scoring Is Here Again!
This week its just VA and Tim talking about the first two games of the Bruins-Canes Eastern Conference Finals series. Who is making an impact? How many goals can the Bruins score? Have we changed our minds about how long the series will be?
Ep 427- On To Carolina
This week we're wrapping up the series against Columbus and we're on to Carolina!
Ep 426- Controversial Goals
This week we're talking about Games 3, 4, and 5 in the Stanley Cup Playoff Series between the Boston Bruins and the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Ep 425 Hard Fought Or Flukey Goals
IN this week's episode, we're breaking down the first two games of the Bruins-Blue Jackets series. Who's stepped up their game? Who hasn't? What is up with Pasta? At least some of these questions will be answered.
Ep 424- On To Columbus
In this bonus episode VA, Geoff, and Tim discuss those last two amazing games of the Bruins-Leafs series and preview the next series against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Ep 423- Bruins - Leafs, Games 3, 4, & 5
This week VA, Geoff, and Tim are talking about these way playoffs in general and specifically about the frustrating three games of the Bruins-Leafs series.
Ep 422- First Round, Games 1 & 2
This week VA, Geoff, and Tim are talking about those first two games of the Bruins-Leafs series.
Ep 421- My Boy Is Playing In His First NHL Playoffs
We're all psyched for the playoffs. The Bruins defense is generally in better shape than last year . VA is super excited about one special thing. We wrap up talking about the regular season and get ready for the post season. Join our NHL Bracket Challenge League here: https://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/leagues/bearly-on-topic-bracket-bonanza
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Ep 420 - The Penultimate Week Of The Regular Season
This week we go over the news that's happened since we last recorded. Zdeno Chara had a milestone while Brad Marchand hopes to reach a different one. Some players are returning from injury while some are on the shelf due to new ones. We're only one week away from the playoffs!
Ep 419 - 42
This week, we're talking about Zdeno Chara. He turned 42 this week and is still playing at a high level. What's his future? We're also talking about the end of the huge point streak and the beginning of a new one. How about that Isles game? Was a measuring stick game or just some blowout? Finally, we talk about why Brad Marchand owns Twitter and why he should own all social media.
Ep 418- Local Boys
This week, we're talking about Chris Wagner and some other local boys, the huge win streak, David Backes' new role, injuries, and the Twitter war between Brad Marchand and Torey Krug. Oh, and we try (and fail) to assign alignments to various Bruins players.
Ep 417- Obligatory Post Trade Deadline Talk
This week, the gang talks about the moves that the Bruins made around the trade deadline and about other teams and their transactions. We talk about the Bruins performance, injuries, and play a game.
Ep 416- Trade Talk, Part 2
The trade deadline looms and the gang try to figure out what Don Sweeney should do and will do at the deadline. Will he try for Artemi Panarin or Mark Stone? What about Matt Duchene? Or will he get Wayne Simmonds and Kevin Hayes? Who knows? We also talk about who can beat Tampa in the east and other nonsensical things because we're Bearly on Topic.
Ep 415- Trade Talk
This week, we're talking about what the Bruins should do to improve the team as the trade deadline nears. Will they be able to construct a team that will beat Tampa Bay? Should Don Sweeney go big? Should he make smaller deals? Panarin or Mark Stone? Geoff has an idea.
Ep 414- A Series Of Unfortunate Events, Bruins Edition
With the Bruins on a bye and the All Star Break, we turn our attention to some other things , most notably the firing of former Bruins and now ex-Oilers GM, Peter Chiarelli. We have some injury talk about Tuukka Rask and Anders Bjork. We dance around how the Bruins had been playing before the break. And we chat a little about the ASG. will there be dog hockey at long last? Will we be paid for it? Who will Gritty beat up during the mascot games?
Ep 413- Here Gritty Gritty Gritty
This week we're talking about our favorite team in what might have been our favorite game of the season so far. We're excited about the prospect of a Gritty sighting. We discuss those nagging injury problems, Rick Nash's retirement, and just a little bit about what to do at the trade deadline. Oh and nonsense abounds!
Ep 412- Bruins Winter Classic
This week it's mostly, kinda about the Winter Classic- the game, some specific plays, the all-important jerseys. He our team won! Patrice shows why he is the best two-way froward in the game and we gush about that as well.
Ep 411 - Happy Holidays
This week it's a VA only show because that's exactly what you wanted! Okay, it wasn't but just pretend it is! Anyway, she's wrapping up the week's games, news, and schedule with a shiny, glittery bow just for you. Plus, you get bonus content of Vegas snoring throughout! Happy Holidays!
Ep 410- Comeback
This week, we're talking about the Bruins horrible week and that comeback. Who's the new guy and what can we expect? Secondary scoring, can we have some? All this and something else.
Ep 409- Tough Week
This week we talk about the tough week that the Bruins had to play though. Do the Bruins need to add a tough guy to the lineup? How tough is this next week going to be? We also talk about the jersey retirement ceremony for Nifty, what the latest Bergeron child should be named, and lots of other nonsense.
Ep 408 - Make Hockey Fun Again
This week, we talk about the recent Bruins games. Secondary scoring is trickling in, but what about that top line? We talk about a certain reporters hatred for a certain goalie and why it's stupid and lazy thinking. Around the NHL, we talk about coaching changes and Brian Burke's comments on the Canes players making hockey fun again.
Ep 407- Forties Holding Down The Fort
This week, we're adding up all the injuries and recapping a few games, the good ones and the bad. Hey, at least we have two good goalies. How come Nordstrom gets to take face-offs? Are teams planning for Jake DeBrusk? All this and more!
Ep 406- Sweet New Jerseys
This week, we talk about the new Winter Classic jerseys. The Bruins played games this week and we have a hard time staying on track talking about them. Geoff poses a hypothetical about a recently dismissed coach. And we feel for the Ottawa Senators fanbase because the organization is a mess.
Ep 405- Let's Talk About Dougie
This week we have a special guest subbing in for Geoff. It's Ben! We talk about ex-Bruins and current Cane, Dougie Hamilton. But that's not all; we get a history lesson about the design of the Winter Classic jersey, talk about a German hockey game and weird beer cards, and other mostly hockey things.
Ep 404 Bus To The Moon
Everyone is a bit down this week. We're bummed about the loss to the Habs. We're bummed about not settling 3C, although we do have some solutions. We're bummed that a certain hated defenseman didn't get a longer suspension. Come for Tim's Maine Black Bear Greats and stay for facts about Saturn,
Ep 403 Get It Together, Bruins
This week we discuss the disappointing play of the Western Canada Roadtrip. Do we have a problem with secondary scoring? (Yes) We also talk about the rash of injuries, which seem all too familiar, and still try to solve for 3C. You'll also learn far more than you want to about Bo Horvat and the former Senator from Maine and one time Secretary of State of the US, Edmund Muskie.
Ep 402- The Suite Life
VA and Geoff viewed a game in a suite and will never be able to enjoy a game again otherwise. What's also sweet is that the Bruins are playing well and beating teams they should beat, including the Red Wings. We plot of the career path of a prospect, and give history lessons on Wagner (the composer) and the Vancouver Canucks, all of which are probably wrong.
Ep 401- Bear To The Future
We're back with the first episode of fourth season of Bearly on Topic. In this episode, we discuss the newest mascot on the block, Gritty. We also touch on a wide array of subjects not pertaining to the Bruins in the first 17 minutes. After that, we talk about what's going on with the third center position, a little bit about the defense and we make our season predictions.
Ep 342 - Preason Season
Ep 342 - Preason Season by Bearly on Topic
Ep 341- Charagram- Slovakia, Land Of Culture
This week, we're talking about one of Zdeno Chara's posts from his home country of Slovakia. Mountains, sheeps, dumplings!
Ep 340- Zeenstagram- Tiny Human Beings
In this episode, Tim and VA discuss Zdeno Chara's instagram post about children and the importance of raising them to know what's important and to have good values.
Ep 339- Charagram- Patrice And Zee
This week, we talk about an Instagram that Zdeno Chara posted about his respect and admiration for one of our favorite subjects, Patrice Bergeron.
Ep 338- Charagram 3- The Man Behind The Scenes
In this latest episode, we discuss Zdeno Chara's friend Michal Matejovic and his influence on Zee and his social media presence. We also talk about Zee's shift to a plant-based diet. Nick starts a thread that he says will bring all three of his posts together.
Ep 337- Charagram 2- Leadership
In this week's episode, Tim talks about an important, inspirational post from Zdeno Chara regarding leadership and what it entails to be a good leader. For those interested, this is the post: https://www.instagram.com/p/BgRfmetlhMd/
Ep 336: Charagram 1: Zee, Student of Life Pt 1
In this first Charagram episode, Anthony and VA discuss one of Zdeno Chara's Instagram posts that means something to Anthony. For those interested: this is the IG post we're talking about: https://www.instagram.com/p/BkQDxK5luyd/
Ep 335 Free Agency!
We're back with another episode! John Tavares signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs, how does that make us feel? How do we really feel about Dougie Hamilton. What moves did the Bruins make that we're puzzled about? Can the Bruins get Artemi Panarin and at what cost? We answer these questions and more.
Ep 334 Breakup Day
You knew we weren't done yet. This week we're discussing all the information we could gather from the annual breakup day. Who was injured? Who wasn't? What's going to happen now? Find out by listening. now!
Ep 333 Catharsis
This week were going through the five stages of grief about the Boston Bruins, who lost their second-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Recorded just hours after the game 5 loss, we're mourning and celebrating so that we and you can heal.
Bruins vs Bolts Games 2 & 3
In this episode, we discuss the failures that were games 2 and 3 of the series. After the airing of grievances, the complaining about the terrible officiating, and a general discussion of what isn't working, we start up Donato Watch: Series 2. This episode gets a little hot takey at times, so keep in mind that can come with extreme frustration.
Bruins vs Lightning Game 1
So far, the Bruins and Lightning have played one game in their second round series and it went pretty well for our team. But, it wasn't perfect, so we'll be talking about what we liked, what we didn't, and other stuff.
Leafs vs Bruins Games 6 & 7
We made it through another week! We survived the series! After the exhausting seven game series between the Bruins and Leafs, we take the time to wrap up with the last two games and start preparing for the next team, the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Leafs Vs Bruins Games 4 & 5
In this episode we're talking about the highs of Game 4 and the lows of Game 5. What happened? What bugged us? Also, we talk about that Brad Marchand piece in the Players Tribune.
Leafs vs Bruins Game 3
The crew takes on Game 3 in Toronto. What went wrong for the Bruins? What adjustments did Mike Babcock make? How did he neutralize our top line? Are we worried that the Bruins are exposed as looking like a one-line team? How was the officiating? What does the team need to do to come back and win game 4 in Toronto?
Leafs Vs Bruins Games 1 & 2
This week, we discuss the first two games of the opening round series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins. David Pastrnak is having a time! We love our first line! What's Rick Nash doing? Kevan Miller we owe you an apology.
63+37=100
In this very special episode of Bearly on Topic, we're celebrating our 100th episode! What better way to celebrate than to talk about two of our favorite subjects, Brad Marchand and Patrice Bergeron. We're also talking about the Stanley Cup Playoffs because those are happening and the Bruins are in them, making bets, and getting completely off topic.
Ep 326 Give 188% Or Go Home
This week we talk about the week in games including that lovely Tampa game from last Thursday. We take Jake DeBrusk and Zdeno Chara off the injury pile and add Brandon Carlo. Someone predicted three 30-goal scorers...last season but we still celebrate the moral victory. We're one week from the 100th episode. Are you excited?
Ep 325 We Watch A Game!
In this very special episode of Bearly on Topic, VA, Geoff, and Tim all watch a game together...well, in their respective homes but together through the magic of a series of tubes that forms the information superhighway. Yes, the internet. We have adventures with closed captioning, talk about some Bruins news that we might have missed last week due to timing, and other random stuff. Yes this episode os long so pace yourself. We hope you enjoy this experiment.
Ep 324 Pants Trents For Everyone
This week we talk about the wacky week of Bruins games, that Backes ejection, that Backes injury and some news on Bruins past, present, and future.
Ep 323 A Distinct Shoving Motion
What constitutes goaltender interference? Who are the B's going to sign? Who is secretly pretending to be Brian Gionta? All these things and more this week!
Ep 322 Rick Rolled
This week the crew tackles a garb bag of topics related to the Bruins and the NHL at large. We catch up on injuries, talk about the new guys, and talk about a couple of games from the week.
Ep 321 Two Nashty
This week we're talking about the Bruins trades and transactions that occurred by Sunday morning, most notably about Rick Nash. Geoff doesn't like the NHL for allowing a certain trade. And we worry about moves the Lightning will make.
Ep 320 Tuukka And Miro Talk Trade Deadline
This week Geoff and Ben are in, with their respective cats Tuukka and Miro, to discuss the trade deadline. What do the Bruins need? Should they trade for McDonagh? Are they going to get better than Tampa Bay with a trade? Who would the boys trade for without limitations? We have answers for all these things and more. We also talk about that weird game at New Jersey, what a Torey Krug hat trick should be, how Jim Benning still has a job, and how much hate in our hearts there is for Dougie Hamilton.
Ep 319 Old Swedish Muscle
This week we give you some Bruins content, some not. We discuss how the Rangers are imploding and how the Bruin had a part in it. What's the deal with Austin Czarnik? How perfect is Patrice? We also talk about plural hockey players and some other hockey stuff.
Ep 318 31 NHL Jerseys
This week we talk about a great many things. Austin Czarnik and Frank Vatrano are on our minds. So is Henrik Lundqvist and his loyalty problem with the NYR. We celebrate Charlie's return, the Captains 1400th game, and we get misty eyed over the departure of the TTDW and what could have been. Come from the Bruins talk, stay for the Super Bowl food rant.
Ep 317 On Bad Behavior In Sports
This is an episode in which we talk about bad behavior in the sports world, both with regards to play and just outside of it. It was a conversation that occurred during the previous episode but didn't quite fit the tone of the other and deserved it's own time and space. We barely scratched the surface of this topic and will probably have a longer conversation later.
Ep 316 My First NHL Game
Inspired by a listener's first NHL game, we decided it would be a good time to talk about our respective first NHL games. We speak with Roxane about her first NHL game that happened this very month in Montreal. We're also talking about Brad's suspension and Charlie's health. This episode was recorded on Sunday January 28th during the All Star Games.
Ep 315 The Bruins Are Amazing
This week VA, Nick, and Tim discuss the play of Tuukka Rask (again), Ryan Spooner, and the amazing play of the Bruins. We wrap up Habs week, compare a Bruins line to a Band/ Van Morrison collaboration, and somehow forget to mention Patrice Bergeron's hat trick. Yes, that's just how great this team is that we forget the awesomeness of Patrice Bergeron.
Ep 314 Habs Week
This week we're talking about the Habs game that was played and looking forward to the next two games this week. What's different about this team? We also lay into a local "humble" "Bruins Insider" for his taunting of the fans about Tuukka Rask. We also go over our preseason predictions at this halfway point of the season.
Ep 313 Post Break Catch - Up
In this week's episode, the crew catch up on all sorts of Bruins things. VA has some revelations. We throw out some names for the fourth line. And we read some listeners comments.
Ep 312 Bradley On Topic (Part 2)
As we often do, we turn our attention to Brad Marchand. Will he make it to the rafters one day? Why or why not? Geoff and Tim talk cocktails. We all fret over how terrible the schedule is post-Christmas break.
Ep 311 Bruintervention
Anthony has been having a difficult time with the negative noise coming from Bruins fans all around him. On this very special episode of Bearly on Topic, we have the full crew take the time to drown out the vocal minority and focus on the positive aspects of this Bruins team. Along for the ride are friends of the BoTcast, Ben and Mandi, to emphasize how well this team is performing and to share some Habenfreude as well.
Ep 310 Surprise!
This week we discuss all manner of surprises: the Bruins playing well, healing up, and the sudden return of David Backes. Tuukka Rask's dad seems like a blast. Philly still sucks. As always we manage to stay Bearly on Topic.
Ep 309 Talkin' Tuukka
This week we talk about the game against the Devils, the controversial goal from the Penguins game, and Tuukka Rask. What's up with him? Geoff's cat Tuukka Catsk entertains while special guest dog, Vegas sleeps away adorably. Yes, this is a podcast about the Bruins, why do you ask?
Ep 308 Yolo Diem
This week we talk about David Krejci's glorious return, laugh at the Habs, and talk about the 2019 Winter Classic. Warning: the first 10 minutes we nerd out on comic book superhero movies as part of Timmy's assignment. Are you surprised? We're nerds! There's more...
Ep 307 Sink Or Swim, Tank Or Win
This week we tackle the idea of the Bruins going in for a tank. Is this talk of premature tankulation merited? Should fans just remain patient? With Geoff's absence, Timmy debuts a new schedule reading segment. As always we wrap it up with Bear Necessities.
Ep 306 Nino Bonino
In this lightly edited episode, we really nerd out. After discussing the games of the week in vague terms, we talk about very specific Bruins injuries. We add to our Alternate Hockey Universe. Geoff has a real theory about Zach Senyshyn. And as always we have Sex Schedule Reading and Bear Necessities.
Ep 305 Carrot Dick
This week we discuss the recent visits by Californian hockey teams. We answer a listener's question. Since it's that spooky time of year, we play our version of Trick or Treat with the Bruins players. Timmy gets an assignment. Antics abound. We play (theoretical) Pimp My Ride with Geoff's new car.
Ep 304 Anders Bjork, Hockey Vampire
This week we discuss the Bruins issues with lesser teams, VA's Hockey Vacation, injuries, problematic players, and Geoff eulogizes Gord Downie.
Episode 303: Bears with me
With VA away, the boys will try to hold down the fort, talking about the uneven start to the season, what exactly is going on with this team in the past week and where this is going. Like the Bruins 17-18 season, this podcast will not be boring
Ep 302 Bye, Malcolm
Bruins hockey is back! We're talking about the mounting injuries of this young season, the excitement of the young guys, and we say goodbye to Malcolm Subban. Geoff has a stirring, Vegas -inspired Sexy Schedule Reading. As always we have Bear Necessities.
301 A New Season!
In this first episode of the third season, VA, Tim, and Anthony discuss the end of training camp and the upcoming season. Who are going to be the team leaders in goals, assists, and points? Where will the Bruins land in the Flortheast and are they playoff bound? What's going on with the young players on the roster? What are the BoTs bold predictions for this season? All these questions and more will be answered. Follow us on Twitter at @BearlyOnTopic and on Facebook @BearlyOnTopicPodcast
S2 Ep 36 It's Preseason For Us, Too
In this final episode of Season 2, we discuss the deal of the summer, David Pastrnak's second contract, then get sidetracked by talking about the philosophical changes in the Bruins organization. The gang is excited about training camp and where the young players are going to end up. Finally, we wrap it up with some Sexy Schedule Reading because it's preseason and there are games you can watch even.
S2 Ep 35 Battleclaude Galactica
In this latest non-demonically possessed episode we get sidetracked by our very own sci-fi NHL storylines but manage to still talk about contracts both existent and non-existent, the TTDW, the Leon Draisaitl deal, and finally we discuss food things because we all were all hungry. Timmy busts down some sports business knowledge and encourages you to vote for the new Portland ECHL team name.
S2 Ep 34 Such Offseason
There isn't a lot of news coming from the Bruins right now, however the guys still manage to talk about recent Bruins signings and those who need contracts.
S2 Ep33 Free Agency Time
This week we talk about what the Bruins did in free agency and how we feel about that. Tim welcomes an old buddy back to the states. We have much more Minnesota Wild talk than is warranted. Chatter about the Leafs. WTF is up with the Caps? Point and laugh at the Blackhawks. Visit remote Robidas Island. We also learn how to pronounce a P-Bruins player's name. Listen to us stumble through all of that.
S2 Ep32 The Road To A Perfect Season
This week we have a jam packed episode full of draft talk from both drafts, Bergy's Selke victory, and other Bruins news. We have a plan for how to deal with Habs Week in January. Are you in?
S2 Ep31 Drafts And Drafts
This week we wrap up the Stanley Cup Final, talk about the protection lists of the 30 NHL teams, and briefly discuss the NHL Entry Draft. Other (possibly more important) topics include The Cheese Draft, why Reilly Smith looks like an oven mitt, and the difficult to obtain BOT Trick.
S2 Ep30 Expansion, Protection, Exposure
This week we discuss the Stanley Cup Final, the former Bruins from the 2011 Cup winners who have retired this season, the Bjork signing, trade rumours, and the upcoming expansion draft. Who should be protected? Who should be exposed? The rules are kind of complicated.
S2Ep29 Off The Rails
We're back talking about the Stanley Cup Final and making predictions. We talk about other league news like Steve Ott becoming an assistant coach, jersey changes, and former Bruin Craig Cunningham becoming a scout. At some point we go off the rails with Canada talk (mostly northern Ontario) and we invite you to map that discussion out for us and how we got so far off course.
S2 Ep28 BoT Rises Again!
It's true, we've risen again! This week we're talking about the Bruins and what they should do this offseason. Who should they keep? Who should they say goodbye to? What should they do with the open positions? We speculate about who could step up and talk about what's in the system. We also share some thoughts on the SC Playoffs.
S2 Ep27 It's a Bow
The boys look back at the 2017 season and discuss the highs, the lows, and their favorite memories of the season. They close the show with a special homework assignment from Nick. Do they pass and make it to the next grade? Is Taylor Hall both cursed and blessed? Find out on this episode of Bearly on Topic!
S2 Ep26 It's A Wrap
The Boston Bruins playoff run is over and we're doing the post-mortem on the final two games. A note to listeners: we'll still be producing episodes during the summer. The Bruins season may be over but ours is not.
S2 Ep25B Technically Correct
In this episode, the gang talks about the controversies of Games 3 and 4, how much we hate Bobby Ryan, poor officiating, and the ultimate question of the life, the universe, and everything among other things.
S2 Ep 25A Bruins - Games One and Twp
Hello Bruins fans. An extra full lineup returns to discuss Games One and Two of the Ottawa Senators-Boston Bruins series. What do we like? How are we doing against the 1-3-1 trap? Is a split series good enough? No matter what, we're doing better than the Chicago Blackhawks.
S2 Ep 24A Bruins - Senators Playoff Preview
In this mini episode, the topic is the Bruins- Senators first round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. We discuss key players, key matchups, injuries, and predictions.
S2 Ep24 Playoffs, Injuries, And Suspensions - Oh My!
This week we hit on Brad's suspension, injuries to Krug, Carlo, and Acciari, the playoffs. Other things we discuss: playoff Bear Necessities, Bracket Challenge, new recording/ release schedule for the playoffs.
S2 Ep23 BoT - Rhode Island
On this very special Episode of Bearly on Topic, it's a crew of two Rhode Islanders (shut up Geoff, you were born in Rhode Island) talking about the Bruins connections to the Ocean State. We also talk about some other Rhode Island connections, complain about NBCSN broadcasts, and plead for Thorty and Ference to take over the in-studio spots on both local and national.
S2 Ep22 The More You Know
This week the gang tries to make several PSAs...poorly. They also brand a fragrance and talk about prospects, wrapping it all up with Sexy Schedule Reading and Bear Necessities.
S2Ep21 Bradley On Topic
In this episode we discuss how awesome Brad "Braddydaddy" Marchand continues to be, David Krejci's improvement in the new Cassidy system, and where hockey writing goes wrong. As always, we end things with Bear Necessities.
S2 Ep20 Three Periods Of Play
This week we talk about the Bruins and the league meetings and the dumb things that came out of them, Geoff has prepared a very special Sexy Schedule Reading. Per usual, we wrap it up with Bear Necessities.
S2 Ep19 The New Guy
In this post trade-deadline edition of Bearly on Topic, we talk about the Game of the Week, the acquisition of Drew Stafford, other trades around the league, and Bear Necessities.
S2 Ep18 The Time Traveling Dick Wizard
This week the full crew solves the mystery of Jordie Benn's name, almost dies from Tim's puns, renames the show, and introduces a new segment. As always we finish up with Bear Necessities.
S2 Ep17 Trade Deadline Extravanganza Part 2
In this second part of the episode, we are now moving on past the sorting hat and eventually will talk about the dream trades we would make. Prepare yourself for "Sexy Schedule Reading", Bear Necessities, and the final word from Timmy.
S2 Ep17 Trade Deadline Extravanganza Feat Timmy (Part 1)
In this first of a two-part episode, we discuss such important things like what we think the Bruins should and will do at the trade deadline, which Hogwarts houses we were sorted into, and attempt to get people to tweet which comedic movies Nick should watch.
S2 Ep16 Post - Claude
Claude Julien has been fired and the Bruce Cassidy Era has begun.
S2 Ep15 Weaknesses
This week we discuss some of the players who we think are underperforming according to our expectations. In addition, we all talk about names, pronunciation, and Bear Necessities.
S2 Ep14 We Fix The Bruins And Destroy St Louis
Anthony, Tim and Nick discuss how they would fix the Bruins and in the process, Tim accidentally destroys the city of St. Louis. Whoops!
S2 Ep13 Revamping The All Star Game
This week we discuss most of the games of the week, go into a long drawn out discussion of hockey jerseys, and figure out ways to make the ASG more exciting. Per usual, we end on the Bear Necessities.
S2 Ep12 On Trades And Fighting
This week we discuss the Gabriel Landeskog trade rumours and whether or not anyone is in favour of a trade. Ben sits in for Nick and we talk about fighting in hockey and whether it's on it's way out. Per usual, we go off topic. Finally we wrap it up with Bear Necessities.
The Bruinlywed Game
In this special banked episode in between holidays, the gang plays a game for your fun and enjoyment.
S2 Ep11 The Habs And Hab Nots
The gang is all back together for the first time in weeks. They come up with Habby names. They discuss the Game of the Week. They get a little raunchy. They talk about keys to Bruins fandom. And they talk about alcohol in Bear Necessities.
S2 EP 10: Pasta Is Boiling And It Is Served With A Side of Palmieri and Youth
In this episode, Nick, Geoff and Anthony discuss Carey Price's blocker attack on Kyle Palmieri, Pastranak's future contract, the Bruins plentiful prospects, and the Bruins new second unit power play line.
S2 Ep9 What's Up With The Scoring
VA is back from her Hockey Vacation and subsequent illness talking hockey, bourbon, and a scouting report on other hockey arenas. There is a long discussion on scoring, defense, and how things are holding up. Tim and VA form their own David Backes Fanclub. Per usual, the gang wraps it up talking about alcohol for Bear Necessities.
S2Ep8 Quarter Season Mark
The Boston Bruins have reached the quarter-season mark. How are things going? Will they make the playoffs? Are the Bruins done with Ryan Spooner? Whose bold predictions are blown out of the water? All these questions and more are addressed this week.
S2Ep7 Little Lions And Big Bears
We discuss Krug, who on the Bruins is a leopard, and bears. There is some side talk on Toews too. Enjoy! Happy Thanksgiving
S2Ep6 The Two Tuukkas
In this lightly edited, re-recorded episode, the gang are all over the place and it's magical. We talk of Tukka Rask and Tuukka Catsk, Geoff's 14-week-old kitten who alternately loves and wants to kill him. We skip the Game of the Week but do talk about how to call emergency services, Kirk Luedeke, perennial losers in the NFL, floating goats, and why the movie "Big Trouble" didn't work despite having a good cast, decent base material, and a competent director. We have a prop bet and Bear Necessities.
S2 Ep5 Let's Talk About The Power Play
This week we have a special guess filling in for Geoff and Anthony. Lots of discussion on our Game of the Week, the problems with the power play, and player issues. We have a couple of shoutouts to fans near the end. All in all, it's a good time.
S2 Ep4 Malcolm & Zane & David
This week we throw our format out the window and start discussing the young goaltenders, Malcolm and Zane, with a dose of worry about Tuukka. Next up, we talk about David Pastrnaks suspension. Was it warranted? Was it just too much? Is this how it's going to be now? (Warning, there is some anger and copious amounts of cursing.) As always, we end with Bear Necessities because one thing's for sure, the Bruins don't want us to have healthy livers.
S2 Ep3 The Youth Brigade
This week on Bearly on Topic, we start the first of many conversations on the youth of the Boston Bruins. Who do we like? Who do we hate? Who needs to improve their play? How are the younger players affecting the veteran players? What will happen when Vatrano returns? We have lots of questions and many answers.
S2Ep2 Deep Thoughts With Bearly On Topic
As of Sunday, we were two games into the new season. What do we think? Not so fast! The Hockey Gods with their buddy, Wonky Technology, decided to mess with the crew, prompting a deeper conversation than we anticipated about hockey related topics.
S2 Ep1 Bruins Season Preview
The gang is back for Season Two with a new numbering format and predictions, bold and otherwise. who will lead the Bruins in goals, assists, and overall points? Will the Bruins make the playoffs? What bold predictions are we making for the season? Listen to find out!
Episode 30 The Last Episode (of Season 1)
In our last episode of Season One, the crew talks about the WCH, the surprising players that are still in camp, the injury to Frank Vatrano and what that may entail, and Brad Marchands contract extension.
Episode 29 World Cup Of Hockey
The gang opines on the World Cup of Hockey. Why is it happening? Who do we like? What are the implications of the tournament on the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang? Also, the return of Bear Necessities. Hockey is coming. Are you ready?
Episode 28 Bruins Anonymous
This week we take the opportunity to reintroduce ourselves in a way by talking about how we became Bruins fans.
Ep 27 Believe (in Boston)
VA is finally back and has lost faith in the Boston Bruins. After a couple of lackluster seasons and an offseason of few gains, she needs reasons to believe in them again. The gang tries to convince her to stay the course. This track features the song "Shanghai Reggae (DJ Side's Alternate Take) by Karaoke Mouse available under a Creative Commons license. This song can be found at http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Karaoke_Mouse/.
Episode 26 Expansion And Pokemon Go
The expansion draft happens in one year, so let's talk about it now. Who do the Bruins expose to the expansion draft? What hot takes do we offer about Pokemon Go? Is another NHL lockout looming? Find out on this episode of Bearly on Topic. Recorded 7/17/2016
Episode 25 Where Do We Go From Here With Kirk Luedeke
The Bruins have been making noise this off season. Here to make sense of it all is Nick, Geoff, Anthony, Tim and the amazing Kirk Luedeke! Enjoy. Lots of great stuff in this one.
Episode 24: Let's Talk About The Draft
"In this latest episode, the gang chats about what the Bruins should do in the 2016 NHL Draft. What do they need to draft to replenish their Prospect Pool? What should they do with the 14th and 29th picks? Should they trade for Shattenkirk? Also, we try our hand at languages, pronounce names poorly, make up new nicknames for people we want on the Bruins, and survive the many puns of Tim. Recorded 6/19/2016
Ep 23 We Need To Talk About Kevan
AND WE'RE BACK! Claude Julien is still here, but he will have new pals on the bench. We talk about KEVAN, because what else can we do? Recorded 5/29/2016
Episode 22: Complainy Time and the End of a Season
The Boston Bruins did not make the playoffs, and we must complain about it. We also make our own suggestions on how to improve this team. This is the end of the Bruins season, and the end of our first season! We'll be back for the NHL Draft in June. Take care yall! Recorded 4/10/2016
Episode 21: Sadness And The 7th Player Award
Oh boy. We're upset. The Bruins are not doing well and we release some steam. We then bring those feelings of joy and hash it out who should win the 7th Player Award for the Boston Bruins. Recorded 4/3/2016
Bonus Bear Cuts For A Cause Fun
cuts for a Cause is an annual fundraiser that is held by the Boston Bruins Foundation in Partnership with 98.5 the SportsHub. Patrice Bergeron is the co-host with Toucher and Rich for this event. This episode is a melange of sounds from the event. Enjoy! While She Sleeps (Morning Edit) by The Lights Galaxia is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License.
Episode 20: A Playoff Carol
This episode we quickly mention the Bruins lone win against the least. The main course is our telling of a Playoff Carol. This story is the classic tale of Zdeno Chara being visited by three playoff ghosts. It's fine entertainment. We end the podcast with the Bear Necessities. This episode is brought to you by ginger ale and grapes.
Episode 19: Spoons
This week we discuss the Bruins 2-1 defeat against the LA Kings, Ryan Spooner's rise to the third line and more. Jordan Caron makes an appearance. He's a horse. And he rides. We end it with the Bear Necessities and Nick singing in the dark. Enjoy! Recorded 3/20
Episode 18 Everybody Loves Claude
The crew is almost at full capacity this week talking about the Isles @ Bruins game, Claude Julien, Bear Necessities, and Nerd Culture.
Bonus Bear: Mike Boyle from Diarrhea Planet
Nick takes some time to talk hockey and music with fellow Boston Bruins fan Mike Boyle of Diarrhea Planet.
Episode 17: Coaches Challenge Under Review
In this episode we review the Bruins at the trade deadline and the wonderful win against the Chicago Blackhawks. We also challenge the coaches challenge! Listen and discover how we think the challenge should be improved! Also, Deadpool comes up a lot. Yeah, we're nerdy.
Episode 16: Hot Takez
In this episode we have hot takez! Nick Badgio attended the Boston @ Carolina games and lives to tell about it. Geoff sees Bruins prospect Jake Zboril play in person. Kate somehow maintains sanity between two hockey nerds.
Episode 15: Monster Trucks And Trade Talk
In this week's episode, we officially discuss the general possibilities the Bruins have at the trade deadline. Will Loui Eriksson stay? How about Torey Krug? How can we acquire a monster truck? All that and more in Episode 15: Monster Trucks And Trade Talk. Recorded Sunday Feb 21, 2016
Episode 14 Bear Hugs
This week we had to postpone our original planned topic. Being the dedicated podcasters that we are, we soldiered on with perhaps our silliest episode yet. Just look at this episode as a respite from trade talk. Enjoy!
Episode 13- Flortheast Roundup
The gang is all back together to talk about the Flortheast- The Northern and Floridian teams that comprise the Atlantic Division. There's some Capitals talk, too. Not to miss, we give #Adulting advice about dishes. Find out what's a dealbreaker for one BoT podcaster. We wrap it all up with the Bear Necessities.
Episode 12: Bears, Beleskey, John Scott OH MY!
This week we discuss Beleskey, the NHL All Star Game, John Scott and even dogs. As always, we conclude the podcast with the Bear Necessities. Enjoy!
Episode 11 Gone But Not Forgotten
This week we're back to normal, whatever that is, talking about the Bruins games of the week, former Bruins players that we miss, our needed adult beverages for Bruins hockey this week. To maintain that we're Bearly on Topic, VA goes off for five minutes on the finer champagnes she's tried.
Episode 10 Bloopers
Everyone is sick so we didn't get a chance to record. Enjoy some of the stuff that didn't make previous episodes!
Ep 9 Prospects With Kirk Luedeke
This week we're excited to present our conversation with Kirk Luedeke of the New England Hockey Journal and Red Line Report. This is a great, info packed episode, so be sure to listen carefully or multiple times even. As always, we discuss games of the week and our Bear Necessities.
Episode 8.5 Winter Classic Experience
Here's the bonus episode Interview with Mandi and Ellen, who attended the Winter Classic and recount their experience. It's a good time.
Episode 8 Winter Classic Wrap Up
Hey, we're back after two weeks away! This week we discuss the Winter Classic, which unfortunately means that we have to talk about that game. Remember when we professed our love for Brad Marchand? Well, this week he is not loved. For all that and to find out what we're drinking this week, listen and enjoy!
Episode 7: It's A Brad Brad Brad World
Yeah, Marchy is really good, we talked about him for a long time. Would you rather have Eriksson or Brad? Is there a way to keep them both? Are Brad and Bergeron brothers? What are we drinking this week while the Bruins take a holiday break? Find out on Bearly on Topic
Episode 6 It's A Glorious Day To Hate The Habs
In this week's episode, the gang tackles the Bruins- Canadiens rivalry for the first of what will doubtless be many times. We also discuss the games of the week, Bear Necessities, and give some shoutouts at the end.
Episode 5 Five For Fighting
This week we have a lively discussion about a very important subject to all Bruins fans: jerseys, past and present. There may be some yelling. The gang does not often agree on this topic. Most definitely there is cursing.
Episode 4: Double Minor
We're back and the Bruins have won five in a row! There is much celebrating to be done. However, all is not perfect as we must decide who we rather have as a son: the Nose Face Killer of King Lundquist. Also, if you like Fall Out Boy, you might not want to listen to this episode. Recorded Sunday, 11/29/2015
Episode 3: Hat Trick
This week we discuss Loui Eriksson. Hint: we like him. Also, guess which panel member was insulted by New England sports writer Kevin Paul Dupont? Which one of us sold our soul to Narragansett? You will find out if you listen!
Episode 2: Two U's, Two K's, Two Points
In this episode, the gang tackle games the Bruins recent week, Tuukka Rask, Finnish names and Star Wars, and, as always, drinking!
Episode One: 11/8/2015
Six Bruins fan across the USA and Canada discuss the love of their lives-- the Boston Bruins. How do we always overlook Krejci? How many Millers is too many? How many games will Adam McQuaid play? What happens when you eat too many veggies? What should be drink to get us through the week? We have the answers.