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Pucks with Haggs

CLNS Media
Boston Bruins
NHL
Jeremy Swayman
Marco Sturm
David Pastrnak
Florida Panthers
Brad Marchand
Charlie Mcavoy
Don Sweeney
Hampus Lindholm
Joe Sacco
Jim Montgomery
NHL Draft
Elias Lindholm
Edmonton Oilers
Stanley Cup
Charlie Coyle
Charlie Mcevoy
Buffalo Sabres
NHL Playoffs

Pucks with Haggs is your one-stop shop of analysis, features & opinion for your Bruins and hockey content needs! Joe Haggerty has covered the Boston Bruins and the NHL for 18 years with NBC Sports Boston, WEEI.com, the Boston Metro and the Woburn Daily Times, and Boston Hockey Now.

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Latest Episodes

Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty and guest Mick Colageo answer some Bruins fan questions and discuss what the holdup is for Matt Poitras signing a contract with the Bruins

0:00 - Intro

1:41 - Latest on Boston Bruins moves this offseason

7:18 - F... more

Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty and guests the New England Hockey Journal's Evan Marinovsky and Arlington High School hockey coach John Messuri discuss the Bruins changes to the front office, and have a lively discussion about the state of prep ho... more

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Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty and guest Mick Colageo discuss the changes to the Bruins front office, whether it's relarted to changes coming in Detroit and answer some fan questions.

0:00 - Welcome in!

1:46 - Reaction to Bruins announcing Hock... more

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Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty and guest the Fourth Period's Shawn Hutcheon discuss the Bruins moves in free agency and at the NHL Draft, and what it could mean for the rest of the summer for the Black and Gold. They also answer some fan question... more

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Recent Guests

Evan Marinovsky
New England Hockey Journal writer
New England Hockey Journal
Episode: Where does World Championship Performance Leave James Hagens?
Mark Divver
Longtime friend and colleague; analyst for New England Hockey Journal and Rinkside Rhode Island
New England Hockey Journal; Rinkside Rhode Island
Episode: Where are things going wrong for B's vs. Sabres and how can they fix it?
Shawn Hutcheon
Boston correspondent for The Fourth Period
The Fourth Period
Episode: Who has the advantage in the Bruins/Sabres playoff series?
Mark Diver
New England Hockey Journal writer, Providence Bruins observer
New England Hockey Journal
Episode: What are the Bruins going to do with Hagens?
Mick Colaggio
Longtime friend and colleague
Episode: Big time Bruins energy at the Beanpot, Olympics
Mick Collagio
Longtime friend and colleague
A rink wrap
Episode: Are the Bruins going to "surprise" some people this season?
James Murphy
Longtime friend and colleague of Joe Haggerty, covering hockey analysis.
RG Media and The Eye Tests podcast
Episode: What's fair to expect from next season's Bruins?
John Messuri
Four-time state champion and current Arlington High School hockey coach
Arlington High School
Episode: Wait a year for Bruins to strike big in free agency?
Steve Conroy
Sports journalist at the Boston Herald
Boston Herald
Episode: So what is going to happen ahead of the trade deadline?

Host

Joe Haggerty
Host of Pucks with Haggs, CLNS Media Network / Bruins coverage / longtime Bruins analyst

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Elias to the 9th floor

    This podcast really captures the spirit of the thing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Obi Wan Knuble
    United States6 months ago
  • Pucks with very evil dude man

    Coach Matt wants to know if you are really streaming 6-7 games on Nesen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guide26!
    United States8 months ago
  • Bro

    Coach Joe why all the hate on mcavoy?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben736-7
    United States8 months ago
  • Should be pucks with hacks

    Same old podcast of someone sitting behind a mic tearing down the real athletes that are trying to make a living on the ice. So tired of all these negative podcasters.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    B-dubb87
    United States10 months ago
  • Wow

    Haggs loves interrupting people mid sentence yup yup yup yup yup yup yup yup. Co host breaths very loud

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guide26!
    United States10 months ago

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Guests consistently praised for depth and insider perspective.
Listeners note high-quality, candid analysis from beat writers.
Some feedback highlights host dynamics and mic presence as a mixed element, but valuable content remains clear.

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#45
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#102
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#186
Germany/Sports/Hockey
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#4
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#91
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#154
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Talking Points

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Should The Bruins TRADE David Pastrnak?
Q: Should the Bruins look to keep Pastrnak and instead focus on adding defense and depth around him?
Yes, the prevailing view is to retain Pastrnak given his elite production and the difficulty of replacing 100-point seasons. The discussion centers on upgrading the defense with a young top-four D and bolstering the depth, rather than dismantling the core by trading Pastrnak or Swayman.
Should The Bruins TRADE David Pastrnak?
Q: What are your expectations for the leap of Hagens and Minton in their sophomore seasons?
The host expects both players to improve, with Minton likely to add offense as he gains confidence and strength, and Hagens staying around Boston in the offseason to work on his game. The overall view is that these players will show further development but won't necessarily become 20-goal scorers immediately; continued growth and refinement are expected.
Who should the Bruins go after for defensemen?
Q: Any of the players mentioned could be the best fit for the Bruins' back end, who stands out to you as the primary target?
The most sensible targets are big, two-way defensemen who can move the puck and contribute offensively, with willingness to discuss term and salary cap implications; Rasmus Anderson remains a strong option if he's open to Boston, otherwise they'll explore in-house options and sleeper candidates.
How far away are the Bruins from being Cup contenders?
Q: If Bednar becomes available, would you hire him as Bruins coach?
Joe Haggerty believes Sturm did a strong job and would keep him, while acknowledging that Bednar could be an option but emphasizes not making a coaching change after a single season; he would prefer continuity and evaluating the trajectory rather than a midstream move.
Who will the Bruins go out and get the defensemen position this summer?
Q: What two moves should they make?
They should bring in a right-shot defenseman and also promote a young player like Potter to test his development at the NHL level, aligning immediate needs with long-term growth rather than overpaying in free agency.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pucks with Haggs

What is Pucks with Haggs about and what kind of topics does it cover?

In-depth analysis and opinion around Bruins-centric topics, including center-position decisions, front-office moves, salary-cap dynamics, and development paths for prospects. Episodes frequently dissect playoff scenarios, roster construction, and coaching decisions, often featuring veteran hockey journalists as guests to provide context and insider perspective. A standout trait is the blend of tactical breakdown with behind-the-scenes organizational storytelling, making it valuable for listeners who want both on-ice insights and franchise strategy.

Noteworthy is the regular sourcing from established hockey writers and reporters, which helps contextualize Bruins-centric narratives within the broader NHL landscape. The format tends to mix gam... more

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1. Evan Marinovsky
2. Mark Divver
3. Shawn Hutcheon
4. Mark Diver
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