Bruins Must DECIDE Trade Path - Sell Assets or PUSH for Playoffs?
Boston Bruins stare down a critical stretch as Morgan Geekie’s unexpected scoring surge powers their offense—can his hot streak help Boston climb the Eastern Conference or will management shift focus to a roster retool? With trade rumors swirling around the NHL and GM Don Sweeney weighing whether to buy, sell, or hold, the Bruins risk getting caught in NHL “no man’s land” at a pivotal point in the season.Ian McLaren examines how Geekie’s goal-scoring and standout performances from David Pastrnak, Jeremy Swayman, and others are shaping the team’s outlook. Get the latest on injury returns for Charlie McAvoy and Casey Mittelstadt, insight into prospects like Fabian Lysell, and what Boston must do to capitalize on playoff opportunities or secure future draft assets. An in-depth preview of the Bruins’ matchup with the New York Islanders rounds out this jam-packed episode. Will Boston double down or play the long game?Episode Timestamps0:00 – Bruins' Trade Deadline DilemmaDiscussion about trade winds in the NHL, Nick Kypreos' trade board, and whether the Bruins should buy, sell, or hold. Ian McLaren analyzes the team's position, their place in the standings, injured players, and risks of landing in "no man's land".11:10 – Bruins' Retool vs. Playoff PushExploring the Athletic's take on the Bruins and Islanders as "pretenders or contenders", roster outlook, and the delicate balance between selling assets for the future or making a push for playoffs. Deep dive into possible trade chips, prospect value, and organizational direction.21:28 – Bruins vs. Islanders Game PreviewA detailed preview of the night's matchup against the Islanders: tale of the tape stats, X-factors, goalie performance, injuries, and what tonight’s result could mean for the Bruins’ trajectory. Final thoughts, community engagement, and wrap-up.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.MonarchTake control of your finances with Monarch. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at https://monarch.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelDownload the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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