Zero Pucks Given

In this edition of Zero Pucks given, Matt Kalman joins Dale Arnold to discuss the previous season and what’s coming up for the Bruins. They open talking about the Bruins and Lightning series and what they could learn from it for next season.Tuukka Rask is the most polarizing figure in sports but he was not the problem against the Lightning. They assess the defensive pairings and the loss of Torey Krug. Can the Bruins live with two 5’9 defensemen? Bruins need to find a veteran left shot third pair defenseman and then choose between Grzelcyk and Krug. They discuss the importance of Chara even at his age 41 year.They recap the offensive lines and how the fourth line disappeared in the playoffs, how Riley Nash is probably going to leave Boston and who is going to fill in on the third line. Danton Heinen might find himself being traded, but he can be plugged into the top 9. David Backes had a lost season, but when healthy he was good. He’s not living up to the contract, he’s basically here for leadership, might not get much more out of him. Rick Nash most likely will not be back, he gave virtually nothing in the playoffs. David Krejci has been a disappointment, why can no one play with him?The first line of Marchand-Bergeron-Pastrnak has been unstoppable, the Bruins lost because no one else could score. Brad Marchand plays with an edge, but now he’s too good for it. If Bergeron wins his 5th Selke it’s time to start thinking Hall of Fame.Rookies that could make an impact next year, Ryan Donato, Forsbacka-Karlsson, Jessie Gabriel, Vaakanainen. Maybe include some rookies to find a left shot defenseman and include Torey Krug. Sweeney might want to get back into the first round. Dale wouldn’t want many more people than Cassidy coaching the Bruins after this season.  

In this edition of Zero Pucks given, former Bruin Marc Savard joins Dale Arnold to discuss Savard’s career ending concussion, recent hits to the head in the playoffs, Savard’s efforts in the field of concussion research, and the Bruins’ current series against the Lightning.

On June 24, 2006, the Boston Bruins traded the 2003-2004 Calder Trophy winner, goaltender Andrew Raycroft, to the Toronto Maple Leafs. In return, the Bruins received a 19-year old Finnish prospect, a goalie named Tuukka Rask. Raycroft joins Dale Arnold to discuss the trade, give a goalie's perspective on Rask's performance, his time playing in Toronto, and the Bruins-Leafs series.

After a week stuck in traffic, Ty finally makes his way back to WEEI headquarters and reconnects with Dale for another episode of Zero Pucks Given. They talk about the Black and Gold establishing themselves as a legit power in the Eastern Conference after a downright ridiculous March schedule, how the Tampa Bay Lightning — or any team, for that matter -- are no longer scary if you’re the Bruins, and why this postseason seems like it’s a true make-or-break kind of year for Tuukka Rask. This is Zero Pucks Given, presented by Star Market and Wise Snacks. 

After a week stuck in traffic, Ty finally makes his way back to WEEI headquarters and reconnects with Dale for another episode of Zero Pucks Given. They talk about the Black and Gold establishing themselves as a legit power in the Eastern Conference after a downright ridiculous March schedule, how the Tampa Bay Lightning — or any team, for that matter -- are no longer scary if you’re the Bruins, and why this postseason seems like it’s a true make-or-break kind of year for Tuukka Rask. This is Zero Pucks Given, presented by Star Market and Wise Snacks. 

Dale and Ty reconnect to discuss the immediate impact of Ryan Donato and how he changes things for this team come the postseason. They also touch on NESN's 7th Player Award, and how some nifty cap management has the Bruins set up to be contenders for a long time. This is Zero Pucks Given presented by Star Market and Wise Snacks. 

Ty (returning from his ‘big time’ appearance on Kirk and Callahan) and Dale are able to snag some studio time on the fly and talk about the 40-year-old Zdeno Chara’s refusal to slow down for the Boston Bruins. Is he the most underrated athlete in Boston sports history? Dale gives his response on the surprising reaction last week’s rant on the lack of Boston Bruins coverage, and Ty has a problem with a local writer taking some shots at WEEI’s hockey coverage. It’s Zero Pucks Given presented by Wise Snacks and Star Market. 

Ty apparently tries his best radio voice while Dale comes in fired up about sports radio's unwillingness to talk about the Bruins, and why playing catch-up on taking this team seriously will be a mistake for the talking heads. They then get into the Rick Nash trade, and Ty unsuccessfully tries to stop himself from falling in love with the new No. 61. Plus, how many more injuries can this Bruins team take? It's Zero Pucks Given, presented by Star Market and Wise Snacks.

Dale and Ty get back together — an hour before Frank Vatrano was traded to the Panthers, because of course — to talk about the acquisition of Nick Holden, his fit within the Bruins, and if Don Sweeney is gearing up for a major move between now and Monday’s trade deadline. They also take a look at Zdeno Chara’s impressive season at age 40, and could another 40-year-old be a fit for this locker room?

Back from Minnesota, Dale and Ty reunite for Episode 4 of Zero Pucks Given to talk about the NHL’s hottest team. The duo talks about the B’s rise to legitimacy as one of the league’s top threats for the 2018 Stanley Cup, a season-changing meeting in Anaheim, the noticeably improved skating game from some unlikely legs. And which potentially available player interests the Dale the most ahead of the NHL trade deadline?

Ty Anderson and Dale Arnold are back for episode three to talk Brad Marchand’s five-game suspension for elbowing and what it means for the Bruins going forward. How does the suspension impact the lines? Who comes up from Providence? The NHL’s trade deadline is February 26, so the guys look at potential trade opportunities for the Bruins.

Ty Anderson and Dale Arnold are back for week two to debate the legacies of a few former Bruins who have been recent opponents, Claude Julien and Tyler Seguin

In the inaugural episode, WEEI.com's Ty Anderson and WEEI's Dale Arnold offer the deepest of dives into the state of the Bruins, who have suddenly become a legitimate Stanley Cup contender. It's the best hockey talk in town all in one podcast.