Poke The Bear with Conor Ryan Ep. 167
How the Bruins Should Handle Big Roster Decisions

Conor Ryan of Boston.com and Evan Marinofsky of New England Hockey Journal discuss Matt Poitras' incredible camp and why it's very clear he should make the Boston roster. The guys also dive into Mason Lohrei and the fourth line center debate.

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Conor Ryan
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4:00 - Matt Poitras more than earned a roster spot to start the season 
9:00 - Should Poitras start in the top six or on the third line? 
12:00 - When was the last time a Bruins prospect exceeded such high expectations 
17:00 - What to do with Mason Lohrei 
22:00 - Should we be concerned with Derek Forbort? 
25:00 - Who should center the fourth line? 
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