The Skate Pod, Ep. 599: Which Bruin is most likely to get traded before the season?
Summary
Hosts Brian DeFelice, Bridget Pru, and Scott McLaughlin discuss the Boston Red Sox's recent losing streak before shifting focus to the Bruins' roster construction. They analyze the forward logjam, debating the futures of Alex Steeves, Mikey Acemont, and Matt Puempel, while questioning if Don Sweeney will use remaining cap space for further trades. The episode also covers the defensive depth chart, evaluating prospects like Frederick Brunet against veterans such as Mason Lohrei and Connor Clifton.
Topics discussed
Red Sox losing streak and baseball panic meter
Podcast intro and transition to Bruins topics
Steve Staios contract and forward roster competition
Identifying least likely Bruins to play this season
Cap space strategy and potential roster moves
Sean Corrales role and veteran depth management
Trade candidates: Staios, Reichel, and Potcha
Frederick Brunet's chances to make the team
Defenseman logjam and waiver implications
Mason Lohrei vs. Frederick Brunet comparison
Connor Clifton's role and expectations
Clifton's contract and defensive pairings
Trading Lohrei or Potcha for upgrades
Mailbag: Line combinations and Kuznetsov
Kuznetsov's potential as an NHL center
Jimmy Fund event and closing remarks
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