What's next for James Hagens and the Bruins | JT + JB shine in C's win over Hornets (The Drive)

The episode opens with a brief post-Red Sox win recap, setting a tone of cautious optimism before diving into The Drive segment. The central focus is on the Boston Bruins' inconsistent performance, particularly highlighting Jeremy Swayman's poor play in a 6-5 overtime loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, where he allowed five goals and was pulled. Hosts Andy and Ted express growing frustration with Swayman's lack of reliability, questioning his status as a top-five goalie despite his $8.25 million AAV contract. They debate whether his recent struggles signal a deeper issue with his readiness for playoff pressure, comparing him to a volatile starting pitcher. The discussion shifts to the Bruins' decision to call up James Hagens from the AHL, seen as a desperate move to boost offense, though the hosts remain skeptical about his impact. Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics' narrow win over the Hornets is praised, especially the late-game aggression from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, with concerns raised about the Hornets' potential to challenge the Celtics in a physical first-round series. Phone calls from listeners reinforce the skepticism toward Swayman and the team's inconsistency, while a humorous beer bet involving Swayman's goals adds levity. The episode ends with teasing of a sensational upcoming story about Giannis and Mike Vrabel.