Poke the Bear

How can Bruins right the ship amid slow start?

Welcome back to Poke the Bear! In this episode, Conor Ryan and Ty Anderson dive deep into the Boston Bruins’ recent matchup against the Dallas Stars and explore the recurring issues that have plagued the team. Why are players not fully buying into the system, and what does this mean for the season? They also discuss head coach Jim Montgomery’s position—could he be on the hot seat?

Plus, they analyze potential moves that need to be made up front to turn the season around. Join them for a detailed breakdown, player insights, and our predictions for the Bruins moving forward.

0:00 – Intro
1:00 – Bruins’ current struggles
4:00 – Identity crisis discussion
6:14 – Identity feels off
9:01 – Importance of early wins
12:09 – Football season begins
14:01 – Team urgency issues
18:25 – Future clarity issues
22:10 – Players’ execution problems
24:23 – Bruins’ patience needed
26:18 – Roster tweaks discussed
29:02 – Potential signings explored
31:46 – Lysell’s performance discussed
34:46 – Call up unfinished products
39:00 – Coach phone mishap

 

Poke the Bear is presented by:

Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 when you play $5! PrizePicks, run your game! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS

Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime! Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co !

Jackson Tolliver

Jackson Tolliver is a producer, writer, and editor for CLNS Media. He graduated from Emerson College in 2024 where he studied journalism, focused on sports media. He previously worked for The Boston Globe as a sports correspondent and WHDH 7News as a broadcast writer.

Recent Posts

NFL Combine Standouts, Who Fits What Patriots Need? | Patriots Daily/Beat Crossover on CLNS

CLNS Media's Taylor Kyles, SI's Mike Kadlick, Pats Pulpit's Brian Hines & Alex Barth of…

2 hours ago

Reacting to Don Sweeney’s Comments about Bruins Trade Deadline Plans | Bruins Beat

On this episode of Bruins Beat, Evan Marinofsky and Conor Ryan break down Don Sweeney's…

2 hours ago

Why Patriots Should Consider Trading Out of 1st Round | Patriots Daily

CLNS Media's Taylor Kyles and Sports Illustrated's Mike Kadlick dip into their 1st Mock Draft…

4 hours ago

Zannis: Neemias Queta is “a top 10 center right now.”

The Boston Celtics took down the Philadelphia 76ers, 114-98, powered by a career-best performance from…

6 hours ago

NFL Combine Intel + Four-Round Patriots Mock Draft | Patriots Daily

CLNS Media's Taylor Kyles and Sports Illustrated's Mike Kadlick are back to comb through all…

7 hours ago

Neemias Queta Received Assist from Andre Drummond on Path to Starting

BOSTON -- Neemias Queta rolled, raced in transition and flexed to the crowd on his career night.…

9 hours ago