By recommending and executing the dismissal of head coach Bruce Cassidy, Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney has put himself next in the firing line.

Sweeney was firm in his belief that ownership is committed to winning, and seeing as GMs only get so many coaching hires, any futures failures will be pinned squarely on his shoulders.

And rightfully so, says host Ian McLaren, who maintains Cassidy should not have been scapegoated.

On today's episode, a look at Sweeney's comments to the media following Cassidy's dismissal, and some early odd on the next head coach of the Boston Bruins.

Plus, a quick update on Patrice Begreron and David Pastrnak (with more to come tomorrow).

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