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Morning Bru with Jaffe & Razor

301 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 280 ratings

This is the place for Boston Bruins game analysis from the two guys who know the team as well as anybody. Longtime NHL analyst Billy Jaffe and former NHL goalie Andrew Raycroft sit down with a cup of coffee to break down the previous night's game and offer their insight.

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Full Team Effort And Smith’s Hat Trick Powers Bruins Past The Sabres | Ep. #50

May 02, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

May 1st, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins’ season series finale against the Buffalo Sabres.  They discuss a game which included a strong team effort headlined by a hat trick from winger Craig Smith.  The analyze another stellar performance from the Bruins’ red hot second line, possible bottom-6 line combinations, and what the Bruins’ goaltender situation could look like moving forward.  Additionally, Jaffe & Razor give instructions on how one can get a limi...

B's Finish Strong Against Sabres, Earn Two Huge Points With 3rd Period Surge | Ep. #49

April 30, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

April 29th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down a game in which the Bruins and Sabres brought a 2-2 tie halfway into the 3rd period.  Charlie Coyle broke the stalemate with a goal on a strong drive to the net for his first goal in 28 games.  Taylor Hall and Brad Marchand added to the lead to salt away the victory which put the Bruins six points ahead of the New York Rangers for the fourth and final playoff spot in the East Division.   

Bruins Get Even, End Road Trip With 3-1 Win Over The Pittsburgh Penguins | Ep. #48

April 28, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

April 27th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down a game in which the Bruins were able to keep pace with their foes in the Eastern Division thanks to solid goaltending and contributions from their top two lines.  David Krejci, Brad Marchand, and Taylor Hall each scored in this game which kept the Bruins four points ahead of the New York Rangers and one point behind the New York Islanders for third place in the division.  The Bruins return home to face the Buffalo Sabres at...

B's Unable To Score In Tight-Checking Game, Drop Second Straight To Pittsburgh | Ep. #47

April 26, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

April 25th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor analyze a game which the Bruins were unable to put the puck past Tristan Jarry and the Pittsburgh Penguins.  Jeremy Swayman gave the Bruins a chance to win despite their inability to score stopping 28 of the 29 shots he faced.  Pittsburgh took sole possession of first place in the East Division with the victory while the Bruins continue to hang on to the fourth and final playoff position with a four point lead over the New York Ranger...

Slow Start Sinks Bruins, Lose 6-4 To Buffalo Sabres | Ep. #46

April 24, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

April 23rd, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down a game which the Bruins lost an opportunity to gain ground on their opponents in the Eastern Division.  The B’s went down early but fought back and brought the score to 5-4 in the third period.  This was as close as they would get as Sam Reinhart salted away the Sabres win with an empty net goal.

Come Alive In Third Period, Drop Sabres For Sixth Straight Win | Ep. #45

April 23, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

April 22nd, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss a game which the Bruins started slow taking a 2-1 lead into the the 3rd period over the Buffalo Sabres.  The B’s eventually woke up and scored 3 goals in the final frame capping off a commanding 5-1 victory.  Five different skaters scored for the Bruins in their sixth consecutive win and Jeremy Swayman continued his successful rookie campaign with another impressive start.  

Come Alive In Third Period, Drop Sabres For Sixth Straight Win | Ep. #45

April 23, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

April 22nd, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss a game which the Bruins started slow taking a 2-1 lead into the the 3rd period over the Buffalo Sabres.  The B’s eventually woke up and scored 3 goals in the final frame capping off a commanding 5-1 victory.  Five different skaters scored for the Bruins in their sixth consecutive win and Jeremy Swayman continued his successful rookie campaign with another impressive start.  

Win Streak Up To 5, Rask and Bruins Shut Out Sabres 2-0 | Ep. #44

April 21, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

April 20th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor analyze a game in which Tuukka Rask earned his first shutout (and 51st of his career) of the season.  Brad Marchand and Connor Clifton notched a goal apiece for the B’s as the team increased their win-streak to 5 games.  This was the first of three consecutive games against the Sabres and the team will return to action on Thursday.  

Bruins Stay Hot, Beat Capitals 6-3 For Fourth Straight Win | Ep. #43

April 19, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

April 18th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down a game in which the Bruins top two lines dominated play as Patrice Bergeron, David Krejci, and Brad Marchand scored two goals apiece.  Some sloppy defensive penalties left the door open for the Caps but they were never able to seal the deal ultimately falling 6-3 to the Boston Bruins.  

Bruins Blank Islanders 3-0 In Swayman's First Career Shutout | Ep. #42

April 17, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

April 16th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor analyze a game in which the Bruins beat the New York Islanders for the second straight night.  They discuss the how newly acquired players continue to contribute on both ends of the ice.  Rookie goaltender Jeremy Swayman continued his strong play and turned in his first career shutout.  

Bruins Earn First Victory Of The Season Against The Isles | Ep. #41

April 16, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

April 15th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down a game in which the Bruins earned a hard-fought victory against the New York Islanders.  They discuss the return of Tuukka Rask and the contributions of the newly minted 4th line, newcomers Mike Reilly Taylor Hall and more.   

Bruins Edge Out Sabres 3-2 In The Shootout | Ep. #40

April 14, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

April 13th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor analyze a game in which the Bruins were able to squeeze out a victory in the shootout against the Buffalo Sabres.  They discuss the Bruins’ performance as a whole and break down the contributions of the players added at the trade deadline.  The Bruins return to the ice Thursday where they’ll try to get their first win against the Islanders.    

Bruins Make Flurry Of Deadline Deals Headlined By Taylor Hall | Ep. #39

April 12, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MB

April 12th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss the trades made by the Boston Bruins late Sunday evening.  They discuss what each of the new players can bring to the table, how they'll fit in with the current group, and possible line combinations you might see in coming days.  

Bruins Turn In Most Complete Effort Of The Season, Hold Off Caps 4-2 In Washington | Ep. #38

April 09, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

April 8th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss a game which the Bruins turned in one of their best 60-minute efforts of the season.  Rookie goaltender Jeremy Swayman made his second NHL start and earned his second NHL victory against the Capitals.  The Bruins held a 3-0 lead in the second period before the Caps cut the lead to one with two goals on the powerplay.  That was as close as Washington would get and a powerplay goal from Craig Smith extended the lead as the Bruins...

Bergeron Surpasses 900 Career Points With Hat Trick, Bruins Win 4-2 Over Flyers | Ep. #37

April 07, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

April 6th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down a game which the Bruins took an early lead and had to survive a furious push by the Flyers in the second period.  Bruins’ goaltender Jeremy Swayman made his NHL debut and was solid between the pipes earning his first NHL victory.  The Bruins return to the ice Thursday night against the Capitals in Washington.

Bruins Stumble In Overtime, Lose 3-2 To Philadelphia | Ep. #36

April 06, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

April 5th, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down a game in which the B’s suffered their first loss to the Flyers in six games this season.  They discuss the Bruins’ defense, the play of Daniel Vladar, wedge salads, and how the team can improve moving forward.  The Flyers have moved within 3 points of the Bruins for the fourth and final playoff position with a rematch scheduled in Philadelphia Tuesday night.   

Bruins Break Out Offensively In 7-5 Victory Over The Penguins | Ep. #35

April 04, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

April 3rd, 2021: In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss a game in which the Boston Bruins brought the offense and put an end to the Penguin’s 5-game win streak Saturday afternoon at TD Garden winning 7-5.  Additionally, they discuss man-buns, new line combinations, and how the Bruins were able to put the puck in the back of the net.  

Lack of Execution Sinks Bruins In 4-1 Loss Against The Pittsburgh Penguins | Ep. #34

April 02, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

April 1st, 2021: The Boston Bruins struggled to find their game on both sides of the puck Thursday night against the Penguins.  The Bruins found themselves pinned in their own defensive zone most of the night and played a big role in their struggles on offense.  This victory for the Penguins was their first win at TD Garden since November 24th, 2014.  The Bruins continue their home stand Saturday at 1PM against the same Pittsburgh Penguins.  

B's Come Back Down Two Goals In The 3rd, Beat New Jersey 5-4 In The Shootout | Ep. #33

March 31, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

March 30th, 2021: The Boston Bruins found themselves down two goals entering the 3rd period on Tuesday night against a New Jersey team and goaltender that has had their number all season.  Defensemen Charlie McAvoy and Matt Grzelcyk poured in a goal apiece in the final frame to send it to overtime.  The game was decided in the shootout as Charlie Coyle and David Pastrnak each scored and Jaro Halak stopped both attempts he faced.  Tonight marked Brandon Carlo’s return to the lineup a...

Bruins Offense Disappears Again, Gets Shutout 1-0 By New Jersey | Ep. #32

March 29, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

March 28th, 2021: The Bruins’ offensive woes continue as they were shut out by the New Jersey Devils for the second time this season.  The Bruins have struggled against the Devils as their record against New Jersey drops to 1-3-1.  The B’s nearly tied the game twice in the final minute with two goals that were overturned by the coach’s challenges.  The Bruins’ powerplay was ineffective as they were unable to capitalize on 3 man-advantages including a 4-minute double-minor.  The team...

Bruins Come Alive In 3rd Period, Extend Sabres’ Winless Streak To 17 Games | Ep. #31

March 28, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

March 27th, 2021:  The Boston Bruins rallied with 2 third-period goals on Saturday afternoon for a comeback win against the last-place Buffalo Sabres.  After B’s leading scorer Brad Marchand was placed into the league’s COVID-19 protocol earlier in the day, their secondary scorers stepped up with goals from Matt Grzelcyk, Craig Smith, and Nick Ritchie.  Dan Vladar got the start in net earning his second win in his second NHL game.  The Bruins move to 2-0-0 against the Sabres this se...

Bruins Can’t Hang On To Lead, Isles Rally To Win 4-3 In Overtime | Ep. #30

March 26, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

March 25th, 2021:  The Boston Bruins jumped out to an early 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Karson Kuhlman and Steven Kampfer.  However, the Bruins’ were unable to salt away a victory after Tuukka Rask was forced out of his first game back from injury after playing through just the first period.  Tonight marked the first game in which Bruins fans were able to return to TD Garden in 383 days.  The B’s will return to action for a Saturday afternoon matinee against the Buffalo Sabres.   ...

A Special Bru: Ray Ferraro And What It Was Like To Play Against The Big Bad Bruins | Ep. #29

March 22, 2021 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

March 22nd, 2021:  Former 18-year NHLer and current TSN broadcaster, Ray Ferraro joins the show for a special edition of Morning Bru.  Jaffe, Razor, and Ray discuss Ray's playing days, what it was like to face the Big Bad Bruins, and more.  

Three-Point Night From Krejci Powers Bruins To 4-1 Victory Over Sabres | Ep. #28

March 19, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

March 18th, 2021:  David Krejci notched his 700th career regular season point as a Boston Bruin in a game that nearly didn’t happen due to COVID concerns.  Krejci dished out 3 assists, David Pastrnak added a goal and an assist, and prospect Jack Ahcan made his NHL debut as the Bruins extended the reeling Sabres’ losing streak to 13 games.  

Daniel Vladar Stands Strong In His NHL Debut, Allowing B's To Cool Off The Pens 2-1 In Pittsburgh | Ep.#27

March 17, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

March 16: 2021, Bruins’ Rookie Goaltender, Daniel Vladar took to the ice at PPG Paints Arena prepared to make his NHL debut against the likes of Sydney Crosby and his red-hot Pittsburgh Penguins.  Most people will point to the wild highlight save which Vladar  somehow managed to paddle the puck away from the net and into safety.  However, Vladar turned in a solid effort overall which provided more than enough sturdiness to keep the B’s in the game long enough for Trent Frederic to b...

Bruins Skid, Offensive Woes Continue, Drop Road Opener 4-1 In Pittsburgh | Ep. #26

March 16, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

March 15th, 2021:  The Boston Bruins lost the first game of a four-game road trip 4-1 to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night at PPG Paints Arena.  It was more of the same problems for the Bruins as they were unable to generate any 5 on 5 offense despite outshooting Pittsburgh 43-25.  The B’s lone goal came from Matt Grzelcyk in the first period on the powerplay.  Penguins' stalwarts centermen,  Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin led the Penguins’ offense with a combined 2 goals, 3 ...

Bruins' 4-0 Loss To Rangers Concerning On Many Levels | Ep. #25

March 14, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

March 13th, 2021:  The Boston Bruins seemed to regress from the excellent form they displayed Thursday against these same NY Rangers turning in an uncharacteristically poor outing.  An atypical off game from the Bruins' top line and normally sturdy defense made for a difficult day for Jaro Halak despite a strong effort.  

Bruins Return To Form, Handle Rangers 4-0 At TD Garden | Ep. #24

March 12, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

March 11th, 2021:  The Boston Bruins answered the criticism of their offensive output and lack of secondary scoring with goals from 2nd-line forwards Jake DeBrusk and David Krecji.  In addition to the offensive outburst, the Bruins' D maintained their strong play of late turning in their 6th consecutive game allowing 1 or less goals in regulation.  

Bruins' Struggles On The Island Continue, Lose To Islanders 2-1 In The Shootout | Ep. #23

March 10, 2021 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

March 9th, 2021:  The Boston Bruins lost their 4th and final regular season game at the Nassau Coliseum in a shootout on Tuesday night, dropping their record to 0-3-1 against the Islanders.  Anthony Beauvillier scored the game winning goal for the Islanders while David Pastrnak netted the Bruins' only goal of the night on the powerplay.  

Secondary Scoring and Effective Powerplay Remain Elusive, Bruins Shut Out 1-0 By The New Jersey Devils | Ep. #22

March 08, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

March 7th, 2021:  Secondary scoring and an effective powerplay continue to evade the Bruins as they were held off the scoresheet by the New Jersey Devils and netminder, Scott Wedgewood.  The Bruins peppered Wedgewood with 40 shots but were unable to put one in the net as Wedgewood recorded his 4th career shutout. 

Bruins Grit & Heart On Full Display, Rally Around Carlo Injury To Beat The Caps 5-1 | Ep. #21

March 06, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

March 5th, 2021:  The Boston Bruins scored three consecutive goals in the 2nd period shortly after a questionable hit from Tom Wilson knocked Brandon Carlo out of the game.  In addition to the score sheet, the Bruins answered the hit in a more physical manner as Bruins' newcomer, Jarred Tinordi and rookie Trent Frederic dropped the gloves to face off with Wilson. 

Caps Edge B's 2-1 In The Shootout In Zdeno Chara's Return To Boston | Ep. #20

March 03, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

March 3rd, 2021:  Jaffe & Razor discuss the areas in which the Bruins' game was lacking in a 2-1 shootout loss to the Washington Capitals.  Tuukka Rask's sturdy effort helped the B's earn a point in the match but they ultimately lost the game which was the former captain's first match back at TD Garden.  

Bruins Get Back On Track With All-Around Effort Winning 4-1 Against The Rangers | Ep. #19

March 01, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

February 28th, 2021:  Jaffe & Razor break down a game in which Charlie Coyle led the Bruins with 2 goals in a 4-1 victory over the Rangers.  The Black and Gold brought one of their strongest efforts of the season in a much needed win after losing four of their previous five games.

Reeling B's Get Blown Out For The Second Night In A Row Losing 6-2 To The NYR | Ep. #18

February 27, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

February 26th, 2021:  In this episode, Jaffe & Razor sift through yet another game in which the Bruins failed to show up offensively and the injuries to the defensive corps continue to be noticeable.  They look ahead to what improvements the staff can implement for better results and what to expect from the B's as the trade deadline quickly approaches.

Bruins Allow 5 Goals In A 3rd Period Collapse Getting Blown Out 7-2 By The Islanders | Ep. #17

February 26, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Feb 25th, 2021:  Jaffe & Razor assess what went wrong in a game in which the Bruins had a chance after Craig Smith's game tying goal knotted things up at 2-2.  That is until the 3rd period when the Islanders scored 5 unanswered goals and defeated the Bruins in regulation for the 3rd time this season.

NHL On NBC's Eddie Olczyk Joins The Show To Talk Tahoe, Bruins, And A Whole Lot More | Ep. #16

February 25, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

February 24th, 2021:  Jaffe & Razor sit down with Eddie Olczyk to talk about being behind the scenes at the NHL's Outdoor Games in Lake Tahoe, his opinion on where the Bruins rank among the league's top teams, and about some personal stories involving the B's and his own life.  Additionally they cover the current state of the banged up Bruins and about Thursday night's game against the Islanders. 

Bruins Make The Most Of Trip To Lake Tahoe, Pastrnak's Hat Trick Leads The Way In 7-3 Rout Of Philly | Ep. #15

February 22, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

February 21st, 2021:  3 goals from David Pastrnak, Trent Frederic's first career NHL goal, and Urho Vaakanainen's first career NHL point fueled the Bruin's offense in a memorable outdoor game at Lake Tahoe.  Jaffe & Razor break down the night's game, the Bruin's injury outlook, and the Bruins' stylish attire both on and off the ice.  

Bruins Lose Second Straight Game In Regulation, Low Energy and Key Injuries Prove To Be Costly | Ep. #14

February 19, 2021 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

February 18th, 2021: The Bruins got off to a slow start and were never able to find their legs in their second straight regulation loss.  David Krecji was knocked out of the tilt and unable to return as the Bruins continue to deal with injuries.  

Former Bruins Stanley Cup Champion Defenseman Adam McQuaid Joins The Show, Bruins Shuffle Lines Hoping For Spark | Ep. #13

February 14, 2021 20:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

February 17th, 2021: Former Bruins blueliner, Adam McQuaid joins the show to talk about his career with the B's which included some goals, lots of fights, and the team's 2011 run to becoming Stanley Cup Champions.

Isles End B's Win Streak, Drop Final Game Of Road Trip | Ep. #12

February 14, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

February 13th, 2021:  Jaffe & Razor breakdown a loss for the Bruins in which their power play struggled to come together all night.  The B's will return to play at TD Garden on Thursday nkght against the New Jersey Devils.

Halak Turns In Shutout As Bruins Extend Their Win-Streak To Five Games | Ep. #11

February 13, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

February 12th, 2021: Jaffe & Razor give their analysis of the Bruins second straight win over the New York Rangers.  Jaroslav Halak turned in a flawless effort in the shutout and Nick Ritchie scored the game winner with his 5th goal of the season. 

Tuukka Rask Shines As Bruins Extend Point Streak To Nine In Win Over Rangers | Ep. #10

February 11, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

February 10th, 2021:  Brad Marchand scores the game-winning goal in overtime off a brilliant feed from Charlie McAvoy to extend the Bruins point streak to 9 games.  

Life As An NHL Goaltender | Ep. #09

February 08, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

February 8, 2021: The Boston Bruins are in the midst of an unexpected break in their season as their scheduled opponents deal with COVID-19 protocols.  In this episode, Jaffe and Razor talk about the in's and out's of being a young hockey player and Razor's career as he rose through the ranks of the junior leagues eventually finding his place in the NHL.  

Bruins Outlast Flyers In Another Grinding Physical Game To Win 2-1 In Regulation | Ep. #08

February 06, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Feb 5, 2021: Jaffe & Razor analyze how the Bruins were finally able to break through with some goals and win their 4th game in a row in comeback fashion.  We took a look at Connor Clifton's excellent night along with Tuukka rasks solid performance. We also decided take a dive into looking at what Razor's favorite post game cookies are and so much more.   You don't want to miss this one! 

Pastrnak's Hat Trick Lifts Bruins To Yet Another Comeback Win, Sink Flyers 4-3 In Overtime | Ep. #07

February 04, 2021 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

Feb 3, 2021:  Jaffe and Razor break down the Bruins' 4-3 OT win against the Philadelphia Flyers in which David Pastrnak netted his 9th career hat trick and assisted on Captain Patrice Bergeron's game winning goal in the extra period.  

Bruins Fight Back Down 3 Goals Again, Hand Caps First Regulation Loss Winning 5-3 | Ep. #06

February 02, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Feb 1, 2021:  Jaffe & Razor analyze another game in which the Bruins fight back from a 3 goal deficit, Brandon Carlo scores his first career game-winning goal and the Bruins leave Washington with 3 out of a possible 4 points.  

Bruins Rally from 3-0 Deficit, Drop Road Trip Opener 4-3 To Caps In OT | Ep. #05

February 01, 2021 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

January 30, 2021:  Jaffe and Razor break down a gutsy 3rd period comeback by the Bruins who ultimately fell to the Capitals in overtime.  

Kuraly Line Shines In Dominant Performance Against Penguins | Ep. #04

January 29, 2021 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

January 28, 2021: Jaffe & Razor break down what went right in last nights game featuring strong performances from the Kuraly line and the defense in a 4-1 win over the Pittsburg Penguins. 

DeBrusk Ends The Shootout With A Beauty | Ep. #01

January 29, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

January 21, 2021: Jaffe & Razor discuss how Jack Studnicka ended the Bruins even-strength goal drought and a highlight reel shootout winner from Jake DeBrusk in a 5-4 OT win against the Flyers.  

Bergeron And Marchand Notch Two Goals A Piece As Bruins Blow Out The Flyers | Ep. #02

January 29, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

January 23, 2021:  Jaffe & Razor discuss how the Bruins maintained their offensive momentum putting 6 goals past Flyers netminder Carter Hart.