We discuss James Hagens' first practice with the Bruins, and his comments to media after. Then we dive into the mailbag to answer questions about Hagens, other Bruins prospects, the power play, the futures of Elias Lindholm and Viktor Arvidsson, and more.

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Jump to:
00:00 - Opening shifts: Takeaways from Hagens' first practice
10:20 - Update on playoff picture, clinching scenarios
13:50 - When and where will Hagens play?
29:50 - Mailbag! What if Hagens isn't the answer right now?
43:35 - How did Bruins prospect rankings change this season?
50:55 - How can Bruins fix their power play?
58:55 - Could B's trade Elias Lindholm after season?
1:08:10 - What if Marchand was still here?
1:15:00 - Who could B's draft with Toronto's pick?

Emergency pod! We react to the breaking news that the Boston Bruins have signed top prospect James Hagens to his entry-level contract. Where does Hagens fit in? What will he bring to the Bruins? How much can he help for the playoffs?

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Discussing the Bruins' four-game losing streak on the road, goaltending and implications for the playoffs. Plus, we get into some of the weird moments and key takeaways from the Bruins' overtime loss to Carolina. And, of course, more talk about calling up James Hagens.

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