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Bruins Benders Podcast
Get Bent with Matty and Smitty! Your weekly dose of Boston Bruins banter from two longtime friends who know their hockey, but can't skate cause of them weak ankles. We’ll bring you: The latest news, analysis, live postgame recaps on YouTube, and rumors with a dash of unfiltered opinions and lively debates. Join us for a fun, irreverent take on all things Bruins. We may not be able to lace up the skates, but we're f*cking passionate about the Black and Gold! (sorry John) Go to…
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- Bruins Benders Podcast
Bruins Benders Postgame Live. Second Round Game 3 Recap
The Florida Panthers take Game 3 in Boston to regain home ice advantage with a dominating 6-2 win. Shots continue to be a problem for Boston as they get…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. Game 2 Recap
The Florida Panthers respond with a convincing 6-1 win in Game 2. The Bruins only muster 16 shots. 146 total hits and 12 misconducts. Swayman is pulled. Will…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. Second Round Game 1 Recap
The Bruins steal Game 1 in Florida 5-1. Jeremy Swayman is locked in. Bruins get goals from unlikely sources. Mason Lohrei is becoming a stud. Monty takes a…
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Season 3. Episode 33. Panthers Playoff Round 2 Preview
The Boston Bruins face the Florida Panthers in Round 2 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs with revenge on their minds. The Bruins need more from their centers…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. First Round Game 7 Recap
The Bruins get the monkey off their backs! David Pastrnak answers the challenge and scores the game winner. 2-1 Bruins in overtime! Hampus Lindholm has his…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. First Round Game 6 Recap
The Bruins lose Game 6 to Toronto 2-1 and the series is tied three games apiece. Very little 5 on 5 chances from Boston. This core senses another blown 3-1…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. First Round Game 5 Recap
The Bruins drop Game 5 to Toronto 2-1 in overtime. Jim Montgomery tweaks the lineup inexplicably. The Bruins play tight in a clinching game again. Boston needs…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. First Round Game 4 Recap
The Bruins take a commanding three games to one lead over the Maple Leafs with a defensive clinic. Swayman wins his sixth straight second of a back to back…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. First Round Game 3 Recap
Bruins get a huge 4-2 win in Game 3! Brad Marchand leads the way! Bruins should go with Swayman in Game 4. Need more from McAvoy and Pastrnak. Hosted by…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. First Round Game 2 Recap
Bruins drop Game 2 to Toronto 3-2. Auston Matthews was the best player on the ice. Bruins lack urgency. One reason the goalie decision was the wrong one…
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Bruins Benders Postgame Live. First Round Game 1 Recap
The Bruins take Game 1 with a convincing 5-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Jeremy Swayman with 35 saves. Jake DeBrusk with two power play goals. The…
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Season 3. Episode 25. Playoff Preview
Bruins-Leafs again in round 1. Scary matchup for Boston. Jim Montgomery is a little anxious. Rotating goalies. Shatty on the power play. Frederic wins the 7th…
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Season 3. Episode 24. Maroon and Gold Day
Lyndon Byers called us out! Where is Brad Marchand on the all-time Bruins list? Is this David Pastrnak’s best season? Can the Bruins close games now? Rotating…
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Season 3. Episode 23. Whoa Nelly!
Bruins get a solid win in Nashville. Three things that win in the playoffs. Who is your bottom six? Hampus Lindholm is hitting his stride. Are we confident in…
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Season 3. Episode 22. Montgomery Burns
Bruins show some fight against Florida. Charlie McAvoy is most valuable. Wotherspoon and Peeke form a solid pair. Monty goes crazy. Check your Hyman at the…
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Season 3. Episode 21. Brazen Brazeau
Justin Brazeau has arrived! Keep the 4th line together. Is David Pastrnak a good playoff performer? Michael DiPietro signs an extension, and the Bruins add…
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Season 3. Episode 20. Mail it in March
Inside The Rink credentialed writer Lance Shrock joins us to talk about Andrew Peeke! Linus Ullmark responds after the trade talk. The Bruins have an identity…
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Season 3. Episode 19. Deadline Day
The Bruins get Pat Maroon and Andrew Peeke for some nastiness on D. Does Ullmark doesn’t want to go to LA? Eastern Conference contenders improve. We grade the…
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Season 3. Episode 18. OT Again?
The Boston Bruins are still blowing leads. Is DeBrusk going at the NHL Trade Deadline? Derek Forbort is still hangin' around. Who we would trade off the…
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Season 3. Episode 17. 9 Round TKO
The Boston Bruins sputter at home to a 2-3-2 record. Poitras is done for the season. Do the Bruins respond on the road trip? What to do with Jake DeBrusk's…
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Season 3. Episode 16. Carolina Blues
Bruins head to the break at 31-9-9. Brad Marchand having a remarkable season. Is Cale Makar rivaling Bobby Orr? Do the Bruins still need to add a center? Plus…
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Season 3. Episode 15. Streaking!
The Bruins are hot! Patrice Bergeron should stay retired. Yay or nay on Trevor Zegras. Jeremy Swayman is a true number one. Big Joe will get his day! Plus…
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Season 3. Episode 14. We Were on a Break!
Bruins get back on track. Matty breaks the Jake DeBrusk jinx. JVR might be the best offseason signing. New Year resolutions and more! For more from us, visit…
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Season 3. Episode 13. Matty and Tay Tay Birthday Spectacular
The Boston Bruins keep losing leads. Monty is being critical, showing signs from the Bruce Cassidy days. Turbulence in Providence, Is Fabian Lysell not buying…
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Season 3. Episode 12. The Long, Rangy Stick
Brad Marchand is back! Can the Bruins find the right package for Noah Hanifin or Elias Lindholm? Brandon Carlo has been terrific. Are the Bruins tough enough…
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Season 3. Episode 11. Stink, Stank, Stunk
The Bruins are reeling and need to right the ship; their division lead is dwindling. What’s wrong with Brad Marchand? Is he starting to decline, or stuck in an…
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Season 3. Episode 10. U.S. Thanksgiving
Bruins hot start continues. Milan Lucic still with the organization. Are the Bruins a real Cup contender with this roster? Plus much more! DraftKings…
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Season 3. Episode 9. John Buccigross
ESPN’s John Buccigross joins us! Will Swayman extend? Where is Patrick Kane going? How do you fix the Oilers? Bucci thinks the Bruins are a center short…
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Season. Episode 8. Arda Ocal
ESPN’s Arda Ocal joins us to talk hockey and his new contract! Is trading Ullmark a good move? Is Auston Matthews still breaking the goals record? Plus much…
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Season 3. Episode 7. Benders Big Announcement
Lops Brewing and Bruins Benders present Bar Down New England IPA! Bruins rebound from only loss with two big wins. Charlie McAvoy suspended. Matt Grzelcyk…
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Season 3. Episode 6. Our Centennial Episode
Bruins are off to their best start since 1937-38. Matt Poitras is here to stay! The Bruins need to be better 5-on-5. Schedule has been favorable. Charlie…
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Season 3. Episode 5. The Ref Show
Bruins beat the Preds in a penalty filled affair. JVR makes his money on the power play. Monty switching lines. Third pair scares us. 2024 free agent talk plus…
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Season 3. Episode 4. Opening Night
Bruins open their centennial season with a 3-1 win over Connor Bedard! Matt Poitras gets his first NHL point. We want Mason Lohrei in Boston. Bold predictions…
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Season 3. Episode 3. The Kids Are Alright
Matthew Poitras is turning heads in the preseason. Should the Bruins give him and Mason Lohrei a spot on the roster? Fabian Lysell is slipping down the list of…
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Season 3. Episode 2. The Preseason Begins
The Bruins Preseason has begun! Matthew Poitras, Johnny Beecher, and Mason Lohrei have stood out. Matt Grzelcyk expendable? Can the Bruins be more physical?…
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Season 3 Premiere
Season 3 Premiere! Bruins Prospect Challenge recap. Training Camp begins. The Bruins have a new captain. Jake DeBrusk contract negotiations beginning soon. The…
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Season 2. Episode 46. It’s Almost Hockey Season
Bruins bring old friend Danton Heinen back for a tryout. What does Jake DeBrusk get in free agency? Is Pasta the top wing in the NHL? Jesper Boqvist is the top…
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Season 2. Episode 45. David Krejci’s Legacy
Matty’s health scare! Where does David Krejci sit on the #NHLBruins all-time list? Swayman and Frederic deals are done. Would you move DeBrusk? Which contract…
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Season 2. Episode 44. Patrice Bergeron Retires
Patrice Bergeron has retired. We talk about his legacy and what he meant to Bruins fans like us. Who is the new captain? Frederic and Swayman thoughts. What…
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Season 2. Episode 43. Prospect Talk with Robert Chalmers
Prospect talk with Robert Chalmers at cohenshockey.org! Who stood out at Development Camp? Which prospects could earn a spot? How was the Bruins’ 2023 Entry…
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Season 2. Episode 42. Free Agency Begins
The Bruins sign six players on July 1. Who do we like? Who do we dislike? Two important RFAs left to sign. What happened with Tyler Bertuzzi? Bridge year? Plus…
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Season 2. Episode 41. The First Dominoes To Fall
Taylor Hall is the first cap casualty. Lucic returns? Who is going next? Can the Bruins wait for Bergeron this time? Will Do. Did Sweeney ever make a hockey…
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Season 2. Episode 40. The Waiting Is The Hardest Part
We are just here ready for the dam to break with the Bruins off-season. Would the Bruins have beaten the Golden Knights? Free agent talk, Hall of Fame talk…
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Season 2. Episode 39. Benders In The News
Bruce Cassidy wins the Cup! Which move do the Bruins make first? Worst Stanley Cup ever? Plus, Benders in the news! DraftKings Sportsbook – Boston’s hometown…
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Season 2. Episode 38. Special Guest Terrence Wallin
Maine Mariners Coach Terrence Wallin makes a return visit to recap the season. Should the Bruins make room for Tyler Bertuzzi? Will the Bruins move some core…
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Season 2. Episode 37. It’s Going To Be A Long Off-Season
The Bruins off-season will be longer than expected. We like some CHL rules changes. The Bruins defense needs to be nastier, not just bigger. Can this core…
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Season 2. Episode 36. Time For Recovery.
Don Sweeney talks about changes to the roster. Montgomery takes ownership. Florida’s success makes it worse. Rooting for Cassidy. Plus Beauties and Benders!…
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Season 2. Episode 35. Season Ending Game 7 Recap.
Bruins cough up a golden opportunity and lose Game 7. Florida had the will to win. Jim Montgomery gets an education. Bergeron and Krejci might have said…
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Season 2. Episode 34. Game 6 Recap.
Bruins are staring at a colossal choke. Questionable personnel decisions. Penalty kill lets them down. Turnovers again. Ullmark not sharp. Heart rate elevated…
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Season 2. Episode 33. Game 5 Recap.
Bruins drop Game 5 in overtime. Turnovers are the story again. Bruins need a solid road effort to finish the Panthers. Will David Krejci help? Plus Bruins and…
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Season 2. Episode 32. Game 4 Recap.
The Bruins take a commanding 3-1 series lead over Florida with a 6-2 win. Taylor Hall with one of his best games as a Bruin. Matthew Tkachuk is the ultimate…
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Season 2. Episode 31. Game 3 Recap.
The Bruins battle back and get a huge road win and take a 2-1 series lead. Bruins dominate defensively without Bergeron and Krejci. Charlie McAvoy sets the…
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Season 2. Episode 30. Game 2 Recap.
Bruins play their worst game all season. Lineup changes coming. Is Montgomery hard enough? Bergeron is a big loss. Don’t kid yourself. Plus Beauties and mostly…
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Season 2. Episode 29. Game 1 Recap.
Bruins take Game 1. Bergeron out with an illness. Bertuzzi gets his first playoff points. The Bruins veterans score the goals. The Bruins can still play…
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Season 2. Episode 28. Record Breaking Week
Bruins finish the regular season with a record amount of wins and points. Sign Bertuzzi! Florida Panthers are the new enemy. Stanley Cup or bust! DraftKings…
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Season 2. Episode 27. Just Win Baby
Bruins just keep winning. Krejci banged up. Pastrnak with 56 goals, most since Espo in 1974-75. Who is the ideal first round opponent? Lohrei debuts with…
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Season 2. Episode 26. Bruins Battling Boredom.
Bruins Sleep Walk Against Nashville. Time to rest players. All time Bruins Bust Teams. Kuntar signs. Lohrei next? Plus Beauties and Benders and more!…
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Season 2. Episode 25. Sway Is The Way
Monty helps the Bruins get back on track. Fighting still has a place in the game. Marchand is still a hated opponent. Fanatics gets an NHL deal. Advice for Big…
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Season 2. Episode 24. The Allie Rae
Allie Rae joins us to talk Bruins and Beer! The Bruins have hit a rough patch. What does it mean? Can Jim Montgomery right the ship? Plus Beauties and Benders…
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Season 2. Episode 23. Bruins Oilers 2 Bruins CollapseARoo
Bruins get sloppy and blow a lead vs Edmonton. Hockey in Houston and Atlanta. Marchand not feeling himself. Poor puck management is concerning. Plus Beauties…