The Skate Pod, Ep. 559: James Hagens impresses in debut, Bruins clinch playoff spot

The Skate Podcast · Apr 13, 2026 · 1:39:50

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The Bruins are officially in the playoffs, and James Hagens is officially in the lineup! We break it all down. How did Hagens play in his NHL debut? The fourth line stepped up in Columbus. The first line is struggling a bit. Who should the Bruins want in the first round?

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Jump to:
00:00 - Opening shifts: James Hagens debuts!
13:18 - What we liked about Hagens' game in Columbus
37:34 - What's going on with Bruins' first line?
56:25 - Wait, is the rookie lap back?
1:05:35 - Who should Bruins want in the first round?