Zero Pucks Given

Zero Pucks Given

WEEI's Dale Arnold discusses all things Bruins and NHL. Featuring interviews, analysis and lots of passionate hockey talk.

  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 528: Could Bruins go on Patriot-style run?

    Discussing the Bruins win over the Canadiens, recent success and what it means for their playoff hopes. Plus, we discuss the upcoming stretch for the Bruins with just five games before the Olympic break and nine games before the trade deadline.

    Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @bridgetteproulx | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | Email us at [email protected] 

    26 January 2026, 5:12 pm
  • 1 hour 25 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 527: Bruins bounce back vs Vegas; McAvoy on Heated Rivalry impact

    Discussing the Bruins' bounce-back win over the Vegas Golden Knights and how the power play proved to be key. Plus, update on the status of three Bruins' defensemen, Alex Steeves' contract extension and Hobey Baker nominations for Letourneau and Hagens. Plus, McAvoy talks about Heated Rivalry's impact and LGBTQ acceptance in hockey culture on "Hockey is for Everyone" night.

    Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected]

    23 January 2026, 5:21 pm
  • 1 hour 36 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 526: Bruins' blowout loss to Stars & Sweeney's deadline approach (Mini-Mailbag)

    Takeaways from the Bruins' blowout loss in Dallas, which ended their six-game win streak. Plus, a mini-mailbag featuring questions on Don Sweeney's trade deadline approach, Morgan Geekie's recent slump, and prospect rankings.

    Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected]

    Jump to:
    00:00 - Bruins' penalty troubles resurface in loss to Stars
    34:45 - Mailbag: Is Geekie slumping because he's not with Pastrnak?
    57:55 - Will Sweeney target other big fish after missing out on Andersson?
    1:14:35 - Is Minten too low in The Athletic's under-23 rankings?

    21 January 2026, 5:11 pm
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 525: Bruins lose out on Rasmus Andersson

    We discuss the Bruins being linked to, but ultimately not finalizing a deal for Rasmus Andersson. We also break down Boston's sixth straight win, a 5-2 victory over Chicago.

    Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected]

    19 January 2026, 5:35 pm
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 524: Highlights from Zdeno Chara's number retirement

    Discussing Zdeno Chara's number retirement ceremony and the Bruins' 4-2 win over Seattle. Plus, the Bruins traded Jeffrey Viel mid-recording, so we react to that.

    Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected]

    Jump to:

    00:00 - Chara number retirement

    20:00 - Bruins are back in a playoff spot

    26:00 - BREAKING NEWS: Viel traded

    32:00 - Takeaways from win over Seattle

    16 January 2026, 6:38 pm
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 523: Should Bruins trade for Rasmus Andersson?
    Discussing the Bruins win over Detroit, shutouts for Swayman and Korpisalo and Chara's upcoming jersey retirement night. Plus, we react to trade rumors involving what the Bruins would be willing to give up to get defenseman Rasmus Andersson. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    14 January 2026, 10:12 pm
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 522: Bruins sweep weekend with historic win
    Discussing the Bruins two wins this weekend, some historic numbers put up in their 10-2 win over the Rangers and the extension of Jonathan Aspirot. Plus, looking at the progress of Marat Khusnutdinov, the streakiness of the league and where the Bruins stand in the Eastern Conference standings. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    12 January 2026, 7:52 pm
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 521: Korpisalo bounces back, Geekie is in a slump
    Joonas Korpisalo and the Bruins got a much-needed win over the Flames. Will Marco Sturm alter his goaltending plan? Morgan Geekie is in a slump for the first time in a while. Has Mason Lohrei started to turn a corner? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at ⁠⁠[email protected] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    9 January 2026, 3:11 pm
  • 59 minutes 9 seconds
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 520: Sturm calls Bruins 'immature' after loss in Seattle
    The Bruins threw away the final game of their road trip in Seattle, and Marco Sturm called the team "immature" afterwards. Looking at the 5-on-5 struggles of Elias Lindholm and Pavel Zacha. Could Zacha still be a trade candidate? Hampus Lindholm is injured again. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at ⁠[email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Sturm calls Bruins 'immature' 11:00 - Zacha and Elias Lindholm's 5-on-5 struggles 18:00 - Value of Bruins' potential trade chips 45:00 - Hampus Lindholm's injury, state of the defense To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    7 January 2026, 3:07 pm
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 519: Minten's growth evident in win over Canucks
    Discussing the Bruins' overtime win over the Canucks and Fraser Minten's increased role and the importance of a successful road trip for Boston. Can Swayman move up Team USA's depth chart if he keeps playing like this? Plus, has the competition for the Bruins' next captain become even closer? Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Fraser Minten gets OT game winner, importance of road trip success 25:30 - Has competition for Bruins' next captain become even closer? 31:13 - Is Minten a future leader in Boston? 44:00 - More takeaways from BOS-VAN 54:10 -Can Swayman move up Team USA's depth chart if he keeps playing like this? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    5 January 2026, 4:57 pm
  • 1 hour 26 minutes
    The Skate Pod, Ep. 518: Reaction to Bruins' win over Oilers and Olympic roster announcements
    Discussing the Bruins' win over the Oilers, checking in on Bruins' stats halfway through the season and individual point paces. Plus, we get into the announcements of Olympic rosters including the omission of Hampus Lindholm from team Sweden. Follow us on Twitter: @TheSkatePod | @smclaughlin9 | @briandefelice_ | @bridgetteproulx | Email us at [email protected] Jump to: 00:00 - Opening shifts: Bruins beat Oilers and Olympic rosters 10:00 - Bruins' numbers at halfway point of season 38:00 - Hampus Lindholm doesn't make Sweden Olympic roster 46:00 - US and Canada Olympic roster snubs 1:08:00 - Can Bruins take momentum from win over Edmonton? 1:15:00 - Bruins 7th player award leading candidate 1:20:00 - WJC To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    2 January 2026, 5:15 pm
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