Ray Bourque, Hockey Hall of Famer
Ray talked about his son Chris, a forward for the Penguins, playing in Boston for the first time in the NHL, that the B's may have been a little overconfident entering the year but that they are back on track, the job that Peter Chiarelli has done as the GM for Boston, and his thoughts on where Zdeno Chara stands in the all-time ranks of Bruins blueliners
“…Big one for the Boston Bruins last night at the TD garden they blanked the Pittsburgh Penguins three to nothing. One guy who watched the game probably with some mixed emotions. Aziz sent a bit of a Bruins fan …”
“…I understand that the Pittsburgh Penguins had lunch at Prescott you'll be happy to know Gerry Callahan this morning on the air said. He had a great -- …”
Mike joins the guys to talk about the Bruins' rough start to the season, the injuries to Lucic and Savard, and who deserves more blame: the coaches or players
“…on the broken finger earlier this week we find out today. The Marc Savard not only has a broken foot but he's been playing with a for a little while now. Both out four to six …”
Milan discussed his new three-year contract extension with the Bruins, how the deal actually came about, his love for playing in Boston, the expectations for him and his team this season, and of course how his fantasy football team, the 5 Minute Majors, are doing in the Davio's Football League
“…I'll tell you one thing that -- Boston Bruins -- fans are talking about. They are talking about the fact that the very popular left wing of the Boston Bruins 21 year old Milan -- each signed a three year contract extension with the team yesterday. That will keep him here for …”
“…we'll talk to again soon take care. Our -- that is a Boston Bruins left wing Milan Lucic each. …”
Claude Julien, Bruins Head Coach
Claude talked about last year ending on a disappointing note but looked ahead to this year and discussed the new players adjusting to the Bruins system, players returning from injuries, and helped preview the 2009-10 Bruins team
“…but the 645336. Joining us on the line head coach of the Boston Bruins. . Load Julian -- Michael welcome back I don't want. …”
“…Clark -- why that is a close Julian head coach of the Boston Bruins. . …”
Peter discussed at length the trade of Phil Kessel including how the forward never gave the Bruins a number in their negotiations and how the Bruins can replace Kessel's productivity in the lineup. Peter also talked about all the other offseason moves, players returning from injury, and his thoughts on the 2009-10 season.
“…Our leadoff hitter today Peter surely Boston Bruins general manager brought to you by -- double Mexican grill. Handmade for real log onto the dale and -- page on WEEI …”
“…so confident that this was a trade that would would help the Boston Bruins. . …”
Jeremy Jacobs, Bruins Owner & Gary Bettman, NHL Commissioner
Bruins owner Jeremy Jacobs joined Dale and Michael for the second edition of the Owners Series. NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman joined the conversation to discuss the overall state of the NHL and the 2009 Stanley Cup Finals.
“…Roger Goodell. We will talk with Gary Bettman the commissioner of the National Hockey League and little while but right now. The owner of the Boston Bruins the chairman of Delaware north and the chairman by the way of the NHL board of governors Jeremy Jacobs is on the line hey Jeremy how are you. Are you until very well thank you thanks for taking a few minutes again on our -- series and we were we were just saying before you joined us that that the conversation with you this year. Would probably be. On your part -- much more positive and uplifting conversation based on the play of your team this year. The Boston Bruins had a a terrific regular season and really I think reestablished themselves in the consciousness of hockey fans again. …”
“…several seasons ago. Has it been successful has it done what the National Hockey League wanted it to do. …”
Peter, the Sporting News Executive of the Year, said that maybe the Bruins underestimated the Hurricanes in their playoff series
“…decide. That. You know 506070%. Of player acts whether it's. You know Phil Kessel -- David great -- or Chuck Kobasew were Mark Recchi. . That that's better than a 100% of a potential replacement from Providence. …”
“…Is it safe to say that the additional Mark Recchi. . -- was such a positive experience. That you've at least got to consider the possibility of bringing him back for next year. …”
Milan talked about how he will get ready for tonight's big Game 7 and his thoughts on how the series has gone thus far for the Bruins
“…tonight at the TD Banknorth Garden it's the Boston Bruins in the Carolina Hurricanes. . Joining us right now is -- the chief brought to you -- when reverend Lincoln Rhode Island so much so close and …”
Aaron joins D&C to preview game 7
“…Fourth and final hour Dennis and Callahan are up pregame chat. Defenseman Aaron Ward is brought -- you by twin reverently in Rhode Island so much so close. If you missed any part of this upcoming …”
“…one or email or -- said. Hey guys just you know Aaron Ward is one great guy he donated 15000. Dollars of his own money. The buy American troops tickets to a game he's Canadian he lives and American now this is clearly a guy. Who gets it true or false …”
Peter said Carolina is a better team than their seed indicates but they can be beat and also shared his feelings on Walker not being suspended
“…hotline AT&T your world delivered. Is the general manager of the Boston Bruins Peter -- good morning Peter. Good morning -- I'm okay I'm okay I was beautiful downtown Raleigh, North Carolina today. I haven't …”