Pastrňák’s Knee, The Athletic’s 79-Point Projection, Depth Concerns

David Pastrňák is back at Boston Bruins training camp after missing the opening days with knee tendinitis. He insists it’s nothing new — he played through it last season while posting 106 points — but should fans be concerned about his long-term health? Host Ian McLaren breaks down Pastrňák’s return, including Marco Sturm’s reaction and the impact on Boston’s top line with Elias Lindholm and Morgan Geekie. Then, The Athletic’s 2025–26 season preview projects the Bruins for just 79 points (27th overall) and a 16% playoff chance . Why do national analysts see Boston as closer to the draft lottery than the postseason? Ian digs into the concerns about Charlie McAvoy’s regression, Jeremy Swayman’s inconsistency, and a lack of scoring depth. Finally, we look at today’s practice line combinations and wrap up with a Bruin of the Day spotlight on Torey Krug , who is officially at peace after a career-ending ankle surgery. 📺 Subscribe on YouTube and your favorite podcast app for daily Boston Bruins coverage. Locked On Boston Bruins is part of the Locked On Podcast Network — Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 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.