The Skate Pod, Ep. 603: Will Bruins Youth Be Held Back Early On?

The Skate Podcast · Aug 31, 2026 · 1:06:58

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We react to comments from Marco Sturm about making young players earn their ice time. Will James Hagens be held back early on this season? Plus, an update on Elias Lindholm, Cale Makar becomes the NHL's first $20 million man, and Jeremy Swayman and Charlie McAvoy crack the NHL's top 50 players list.

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2:20 - Cale Makar's record-breaking contract
7:00 - Expectations for Elias Lindholm
15:05 - Sturm's comments on making young players earn ice time
40:20 - Sturm wants a captain... eventually
49:40 - Milestones Pastrnak could hit this season
56:00 - Swayman, McAvoy crack NHL's top 50 players