# Boston Bruins Defense: Do They Have the Right Pieces? | Ep. 156

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Podcast: [Bruins Tape to Tape | A Boston Bruins Hockey Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bruins-tape-to-tape-a-boston-bruins-hockey-podcast-6672170)
Published: 2026-08-18T10:00:03+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2893

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🎙️The Boston Bruins roster has plenty of defensive depth, but do they have the right pieces to build a better blue line? We break down the Bruins defense, potential pairings for Charlie McAvoy, Hampus Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov, and where Mason Lohrei, Jonathan Aspirot, Connor Clifton and Will Borgen could fit in Marco Sturm's system. We also look at Boston's defensive struggles from last season, the competition heading into training camp, and which Bruins could be the odd men out. With 13 defensemen fighting for limited NHL roster spots, the Bruins have some difficult decisions ahead. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bruins-tape-to-tape-a-boston-bruins-hockey-podcast--6575298/support . ✨ Join the Patreon for Ad Free Listening ✨ Get Our Merch ✨ 📲 Follow us on X, Instagram & Blue Sky ➡️ @TapetoTapeMK 📲 Join our Discord ➡️ https://discord.gg/AQfC73RbnS 📧 Get Snap Shots in Your Inbox ➡️ tapetotapemk.substack.com 🛍️ Shop with us ➡️ We are an NHL Shop affiliate! Support the pod by using this link to get all your Bruins gear.

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