July 23, 2025
From Olympic Break to Postseason: Boston's Uphill Battle in March, April
Locked On Bruins - Daily Podcast On The Boston BruinsAbout this episode
In this episode of Locked On Bruins, host Ian McLaren analyzes the Boston Bruins' potential performance for the upcoming 2025-26 season. He examines the team's schedule, projecting their record through March and April. McLaren discusses the challenges the Bruins face in making the playoffs, considering their current roster and recent acquisitions. He highlights key players like Charlie McAvoy, Hampus Lindholm, and Jeremy Swayman, whose performances could significantly impact the team's success. The episode also touches on the Athletic's "concern-o-meter" for the Bruins, addressing Don Sweeney's offseason moves and the team's overall direction. McLaren balances optimism with realism, acknowledging both potential improvements and areas of concern for the Bruins' future. 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 LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 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.