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The Boston Bruins refuse to lose three games in a row. Poitras gets a broken nose, Elias Lindholm comes through again, and the Hometown Remix jersey launches. Chris and Gayle share their thoughts on all this and respond to viewer questions and comments.

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The Boston Bruins dropped their game against the Carolina Hurricanes, and fans panicked. Chris and Gayle discuss whether Pavel Zacha will stay with the Boston Bruins beyond this season and where the two sides stand in contract negotiations. They also review viewer questions and comments as the fanbase remains unsure of how to feel about this team.

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The Boston Bruins return home after taking 7 of 8 points on their West Coast road trip. They discuss the aftermath of Zadorov’s benching and the new contract signed by Marat Khusnutdinov.

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Jack Studley of Boston Hockey Now joins Chris and Gayle as the Boston Bruins head to the West Coast. Charlie McAvoy’s return is forcing Head Coach Marco Sturm to change the d-pairings, and Matthew Poitras’s play is keeping him in the lineup. The trio discusses this and more as the team prepares for three more road games.

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The Boston Bruins sit at 2-2-0 with Charlie McAvoy out of their lineup. Chris and Gayle discuss whether fans should be excited or worried about the remaining 80 games. In addition to the learning curve for James Hagens, they also talk about the lastest in the Dylan Larkin and Connor Hellebyuck sagas.

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The regular season is upon us, and the Boston Bruins have a victory under their belt. Join Chris and Gayle as they discuss what fans should expect for this season along with recapping the first game of the regular season.

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The preseason is halfway through, and the Boston Bruins roster picture is finally starting to take shape! In this episode of What's Bruin, Chris and Gayle provide a deep dive into the early preseason performances, line chemistry, and the tough decisions that Marco Sturm and Don Sweeney have to make as Opening Night approaches.

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Hockey is back! On this episode of What’s Bruin, Chris and Gayle debate James Hagens’ 6-goal Prospects Challenge performance—is he actually ready for the NHL, or is it time for a reality check? Plus, they break down Matthew Poitras’ newly signed deal, Don Sweeney’s cap leverage, a massive blue line logjam, and Connor Hellebuyck’s training camp holdout.

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With Boston Bruins training camp right around the corner, analyst Kasey Hudson drops by What's Bruin with Chris Nosek and Gayle Troiani!

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In this episode, Chris and Gayle go inside the Boston Bruins media team with Eric Russo, Director of Digital Content and Social Media for the Bruins!

Eric breaks down the strategy, storytelling, and split-second decisions required to cover an Original Six franchise. From capturing raw footage in the tunnel to deciding what content makes the final cut for the fans, this is your ultimate backstage pass to Bruins digital media.

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As free agency got underway, Sweeney dealt for Will Borgen and moved off both Joonas Korpisalo and Fabian Lysell. He also signed Connor Clifton, Jordan Harris, and many others as free agency began. Join Chris and Gayle as they discuss these latest moves and more as the team turns toward the 2026-27 NHL season. 

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Chris and Gayle return to discuss the repercussions of Taylor Hall and Brandon Bussi winning the Stanley Cup with the Carolina Hurricanes. They also discuss whether or not the team will move Joonas Korpisalo or Michael DiPietro, who else could be on the trade block, and who they could target in the trade market. 

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Chris and Gayle discuss the Bruins' pending restricted free agents, which ones should be brought back, and how they could fit into the team's future. They also discuss changes the organization may need to make to improve player development. 

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With Gayle back, she and Chris discuss the Bruins' exit from the playoffs and how the Maple Leafs' win of the draft lottery changes things. 

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With Gayle away for this week, Chris was joined by Jack Studley and Kenny Kaminski as the Boston Bruins finished off their regular season with a 4-0 win over the New Jersey Devils. They're set for a first-round matchup against the Buffalo Sabres, and they address viewer questions and comments.

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The Boston Bruins return from a four-game road trip that saw them go 0-2-2, and James Hagens has been brought in on his Entry Level Contract. Dominic Tiano joins Chris and Gayle as they discuss the addition of James Hagens and how he could help the lineup as the Bruins look to lock down their playoff spot.  

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The Boston Bruins are coming off a key four-game winning streak, having beaten the Buffalo Sabres, Minnesota Wild, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Dallas Stars. This stretch has put the Bruins in control of their playoff destiny as they continue to hold onto the first Wild Card position. Chris and Gayle discuss the team's playoff spot and how it may or may not affect James Hagens' development path. 

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Originally airing on March 18th, this episode saw Chris and Gayle discuss the lineup changes resulting from the call-up of trade-deadline acquisition Lukas Reichel. 

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This episode aired on March 11th, as the Boston Bruins got ready for a critical road trip. Chris and Gayle discussed whether this team can remain in the playoff chase as they struggle to consistently win games on the road.

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James Hagens has joined the Providence Bruins, and fans panicked after he took three days to sign; some worry his development has already been ruined by the organization. Meanwhile, the Bruins dropped a game to the Toronto Maple Leafs but picked up a road win against the Buffalo Sabres. Chris and Gayle dive into all of this and end up having a long conversation with people in the comments about Matthew Poitras.

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The Bruins have played three games since returning from the Olympics, and most players returned strong. However, Jeremy Swayman missed the first game back, we saw DiPIetro get action, and they continue to push for the playoffs. Chris and Gayle also touch on the plans for the upcoming trade deadline and what Don Sweeney's recent comments mean for their plans. 

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Chris and Gayle discuss the Boston Bruins as they prepare for their first game back against the Columbus Blue Jackets. They also discuss two gold medals, the aftermath, and arguably the most dominant goaltender the game may ever see. 

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The Boston Bruins return to the ice for practice, so Chris and Gayle return to discuss the latest. They also discuss the Olympic Games in Italy, where the USA faces Canada in the women’s Gold Medal game, and the men’s semi-final matchups are determined. 

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Chris and Gayle return with another great episode as they discuss the Bruins’ recent performance heading into the Olympic break. They discuss the recent hit on Charlie McAvoy against the Lightning, the blown lead in the Stadium Series against the Panthers, and what Sturm might be learning on the job. 

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Chris and Gayle had a lot to get caught up on after a week off. They discussed the Bruins’ 6-game win streak, which was ended in Dallas on Tuesday night. There was also a lot of trade chatter over the weekend, as the Bruins may or may not have been in on Rasmus Andersson, which they dive into, in addition to talking about the retirement of Zdeno Chara’s number 33. 

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Chris and Gayle discuss the difficulties the team faced on their recent road trip. They also address the parody in the Eastern Conference, whether or not the Bruins are good enough to make the playoffs, and the possibilities of trading Pavel Zacha and Joonas Korpisalo. 

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Chris and Gayle finish 2025 by handing out a few awards for the calendar year. Awards include who they believe is most underappreciated by the fans, who’s improved the most, and the best moves made by the front office. They also discuss the Bruins’ current winless streak and what they need to do to turn the page and end 2025 on a winning note against the Edmonton Oilers. 

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The Bruins are on a three-game losing streak and back out of the playoffs. Chris and Gayle discuss the goaltending versus the team defense and the need for a top-6 forward and a defenseman. They also answer viewer questions about the current status of Fabian Lysell, and the future look of the defensive unit.  

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Chris and Gayle discuss the Bruins, who are on a three-game winning streak, and how injuries continue to affect the lineup. They also discuss whether Fabian Lysell will and should be called up from Providence. 

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Bruins YouTuber Low Quality Bruins Fan joines Chris and Gayle as they discuss the season so far for the Boston Bruins. They discuss where the team truly stands, the significant injuries and who's stepped up, and why Fabian Lysell hasn't been called up from Providence (yet).

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As Thanksgiving approaches in the United States, the Bruins are in a playoff position. They’re back on the East Coast, awaiting the last game of a four-game road trip on Long Island. Chris and Gayle dive into the 1-2-0 record from their games against the Ducks, Kings, and Sharks, along with the lineup changes that Marco Sturm has been making as he navigates a series of injuries to key players. 

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The Bruins are navigating through a long list of injuries yet still sit in second place in the Atlantic. Chris and Gayle discuss the lineup changes, injuries, and so much more. 

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Tangled in the airwaves with the last episode, our episode from November 5th got delayed for release. Be sure to tune in to our YouTube channel so you never miss the show when it airs live!

In the comments, Kevin O’Keefe still wants the team to lose games so they can have higher draft chances, but Chris and Gayle disagree. They also discuss the recent games for the team and how good the season could be for the Bruins.

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Our episode from October 29th got lost in the airwaves - check it out now, and be sure to check out the next episode of The Baked Bear Podcast coming soon!

Jay Pike, aka The Baked Bear, joined Chris and Gayle as his show returns to the airwaves. His show will be released roughly every 10 games, so in this episode, they review the first ten games for the Boston Bruins.

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As the Bruins ride their 7-game win streak and sit 2nd in the Atlantic Division, Chris and Gayle discuss whether this team will continue to compete for the division. They also discuss what has helped them extend their current win streak to 7 games and how long the team can expect to continue playing this well.

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The Boston Bruins find themselves back in a playoff position, and Mason Lohrei finds himself on the ninth floor. Chris and Gayle discuss all this and whether or not the team can maintain being in the playoff race the rest of the season. They get a surprise visit from Kevin O'Keefe at the end of the show as he jumps on the show for the first time in over 3 years!

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Gayle is feeling better this week, so she and Chris discuss the Bruins’ 3-5-0 start to the season. Before the show, Michael Callahan was recalled from Providence as Jordan Harris landed on Injured Reserve. They discuss the lineup, Hampus Lindholm's critical role to the team, and what fans can expect from the team in the future.

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Gayle was ill this week. So, on Friday, Chris sat down with Court Lalonde of Bruins Diehards. They discussed the 3-0-0 for the Bruins. The team is now 3-2-0 and has suffered two straight losses. Chris and Court discuss why the team has dropped their last two games and whether fans should expect this trend to continue. Check out Court’s work over on the Bruins Diehard YouTube channel and follow him on Twitter (X) @BruinsDiehards!

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Before the season opener, Chris and Gayle discuss the recent news that Zdeno Chara’s number 33 will be retired this season. After that, they dive into the final cuts that were made and what the opening roster and lineup are set to be. They discuss what is next for the players who were cut and why no one was picked up off the waiver wire.

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Check out the full episode from Wednesday’s season opener. Chris and Gayle start you off with an episode of What's Bruin discussing Zdeno Chara’s number getting retired later this season. They also discuss the players who were placed on waivers as final cuts were made to ensure the roster cap compliance.

In this unedited version of the episode, the conversation continues through the Bruins’ season-opening game. Kenny Kaminsky later joins Chris and Gayle as the Bruins defeated the Capitals 3-1. 

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