Bruins Playoff Hopes Tested by Defensive Struggles, Penalty Issues

Boston Bruins face mounting playoff pressure as underlying numbers hint at looming regression. Can Jeremy Swayman and Charlie McAvoy return in time to steady the ship?

Host Ian McLaren analyzes the Bruins’ current wildcard spot, spotlighting elite goaltending from Swayman and Eunos Korpisalo, but warning about their league-worst penalty troubles and lackluster expected goal metrics. Key topics include Morgan Geekie’s scoring surge, defensive needs, and practice insights following Olympians' return. The episode tackles the potential impact of penalty killers Nikita Zadorov and Mark Kastelic, March’s critical 16-game stretch, and roster uncertainties amid celebrations for America’s gold medalists.

Will Boston cut down on penalties and shore up their penalty kill ahead of the Columbus Blue Jackets showdown? Discover what the Bruins must fix to stay in playoff contention and whether their stars can fuel another postseason run.

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