80.5: Dissecting the Bruins' Point Projection for 2025-26

Ian McLaren hosts the Locked On Bruins podcast, discussing the team's over/under point projection of 80.5 for the upcoming season. He analyzes the Bruins' contract efficiency, highlighting concerns with recent signings like Elias Lindholm and Tanner Jeannot. McLaren argues for potential improvement, citing Jeremy Swayman's expected bounce-back and the return of key defensemen Charlie McAvoy and Hampus Lindholm. He also touches on Pavel Zacha's inclusion in a jersey reveal video, suggesting the forward may remain with the team despite trade rumors. The episode provides a balanced look at the Bruins' prospects for the 2025-26 season.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)