HR 3 - Celtics and Bruins face a couple must wins

The WEEI Afternoons podcast dives into the recent struggles of Boston's major sports teams, starting with the Bruins' disappointing loss to the Buffalo Sabres in Game 3 of their playoff series. Hosts Christian Arcand and Ted Johnson express frustration over the Bruins' inability to maintain their strong home record, criticizing their lack of physicality, poor puck management in their own zone, and failure to capitalize on momentum. They highlight concerns about goaltender Linus Swayman’s performance under pressure and the team’s reliance on inconsistent top-line play, while noting that the third line was effectively invisible. The conversation shifts to the Celtics, who are facing a critical Game 3 in Philadelphia after a poor shooting performance in Game 2. The hosts critique head coach Joe Mazzulla for failing to adjust his game plan when the three-point shooting went cold, instead reverting to isolating Jason Tatum late in games—a strategy they argue is predictable and ineffective. They advocate for more ball movement, better defensive discipline, and greater trust in players like Jalen Brown to take over in crunch time. The segment concludes with a deep dive into the Red Sox’s ongoing struggles, particularly the absence of rookie sensation Roman Anthony due to back tightness, sparking concern over whether this is a physical issue or a sign of deeper mental stress. Listeners weigh in with calls suggesting the team should focus on local talent and questioning the organization’s handling of young players.