Sloppy Start, Strong Finish: What Bruins Can Learn From First Loss

In this episode of Locked On Bruins, host Ian McLaren analyzes the Boston Bruins' first loss of the season to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Despite the 4-3 defeat, McLaren highlights positive takeaways, including the team's resilience in battling back from a three-goal deficit. He discusses key performances from players like David Pastrnak, Casey Mittelstadt, and Jordan Harris, while also addressing areas for improvement such as reducing turnovers. McLaren compares the current roster to past seasons, suggesting potential for a playoff push. The episode concludes with a look at upcoming challenging games against Vegas, Colorado, and Utah, as well as promising developments from Providence Bruins prospects like Fabian Lysell. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHLfor $20 off your first purchase. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.