The Hockey News·Jan 23, 2025·Partner

The Wraparound: Boston Bruins Face Big Decision About Their Future

Do the Boston Bruins buy or retool at the NHL trade deadline? Should the NHL have an award for the best defensive D-man? We discuss that, McDavid's suspension and more.

Do the Boston Bruins buy or retool at the NHL trade deadline? Should the NHL have an award for the best defensive D-man? We discuss that, McDavid's suspension and more.

Enjoy a look around the NHL with rapid-fire topics on The Hockey News Wraparound Show.

Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: Was a three-game suspension too much for Connor McDavid?

5:05: Should the NHL give out an award for the best defensive defenseman?

6:56: Breaking down Philadelphia Flyers GM Daniel Briere’s comments on how Canada's world juniors team used their prospects

9:18: With Logan Thompson saying Team Canada didn’t even call him as an injury replacement at the 4 Nations Face-Off, which goalies could be ahead of him?

11:54: Should the Columbus Blue Jackets re-sign or trade Ivan Provorov?

14:25: Do the Boston Bruins need to buy in on or re-tool this current roster?

16:34: Who are some prospects that could be traded at this year’s NHL trade deadline?

19:00: Which trade from the 2024 deadline has paid off the most?

21:00: With Utah’s trademark issues, what should their final name be?

23:53: Can Drew Doughty’s return to the Kings’ lineup help provide a spark?

Do the Boston Bruins buy or retool at the NHL trade deadline? Should the NHL have an award for the best defensive D-man? We discuss that, McDavid's suspension and more.

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