The Skate Pod, Ep. 567: What's next for Bruins after first-round exit?

About this episode

The episode discusses the Bruins' playoff exit and future strategies for improvement.

Discussing the Bruins' season-ending loss to Buffalo in Game 6, their major struggles at home in the playoffs and what players said after their season ended.  A reminder that the clock is ticking on a cup run in Pastrnak's prime. How can the Bruins get the pieces they need to take another step forward next season? Plus, thoughts on Hagens' usage and development this series, core player performances and the impact of Marco Sturm in his first season as head coach. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at skatepod@weei.com

People in this episode

Hosts: smclaughlin9, briandefelice_, bridgetteproulx

Topics covered

• Bruins playoff performance
• season analysis
• coaching impact
• player development
• future strategies

Keywords

• Bruins
• playoffs
• Pastrnak
• Marco Sturm
• Hagens
• season analysis
• NHL

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bruins, Buffalo, Audacy

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