Sports Hub Underground

Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson, writers at 985TheSportsHub.com, talk Boston sports and whatever's on their mind in the digital corner of 98.5 The Sports Hub.

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Sep 15, 2025 · 48 min
Bruins Training Camp Preview, Part 2 // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt and Ty give their latest Bruins training camp preview in a remote episode of the Sports Hub Underground. They run down the whole goaltending depth chart, plus get into some hot-button NHL topics. 3:06 -- Jeremy Swayman preview 19:03 -- Joonas Korpisalo preview 24:55 -- Backup goalie preview, including Michael DiPietro and Simon Zajicek 37:35 -- Reacting to the latest news on the contract situations with Connor McDavid and Kirill Kaprizov 43:32 -- Discussing the news that the NHL is (finally) implementing a playoff salary cap, after years of teams exploiting the loophole with long-term injured reserve Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 11, 2025 · 50 min
Bruins Training Camp Preview, Part 1 // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode previewing Boston Bruins training camp. They had to cut it off a little early, so this is part 1 of a multipart series. They enjoy some opening banter about their work lives before diving into the hockey... 10:46 -- The meat of the episode previews the Bruins' forward group ahead of training camp. Beyond the top line, there are a lot of spots to fill, and they should all be up for grabs. 40:03 -- Switching gears to the Bruins' rookie camp, there are a couple of interesting players to watch as those practices and the Prospects Challenge events unfold. 46:50 -- The guys preview the Bruins defense ahead of training camp. They have their six pretty much locked in, but what are the projected pairings? And who will be the next man up when guys get injured? Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 5, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Captain(s) // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return after a break to catch up on the Bruins, including Ty's recent coverage of the team's annual captains' practice. 3:34 -- The Bruins may not name a captain this season, despite just holding their captains' practice in Boston. Is Marco Sturm holding an open competition for the 'C'? 25:38 -- Jeremy Swayman was back in town and made headlines for the wrong reasons. The guys dip their toes into the Swayman waters. 35:36 -- Extended thoughts on the Bruins' roster as it currently stands, and the state of the Bruins front office and their organizational philosophy. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Aug 20, 2025 · 1 hr
Fair Shake // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode covering some interesting new stories related to the Boston Bruins. They get into some movie talk to kick things off, before diving in on the sports... 11:23 -- The Bruins are reportedly looking to move on from Fabian Lysell. The guys go over the forward's time in Boston, what went wrong, and what it says about both him and the team. 28:28 -- Matt & Ty react to the reinstatement and return to the NHL of former Bruin Milan Lucic, who is reunited with Jim Montgomery for a PTO in St. Louis. 40:51 -- Charlie McAvoy continues to slide down the NHL Network defensemen rankings, but the expectations and demands for him have never been higher. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Aug 13, 2025 · 45 min
Hardass Coach // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt and Ty are back with a new episode about a number of topics surrounding the Boston Bruins, as they're about a month away from training camp and first-round pick James Hagens is close to his sophomore season at Boston College. 2:44 -- The guys discuss James Hagens' upcoming season at B.C. and the expectations for him with the Eagles. 15:59 -- Hagens could head right to the Bruins after B.C. is done, regardless of how it's going for the B's. 22:35 -- Matt & Ty preview the season for defenseman Mason Lohrei, their expectations, and the areas where he could make an impact. 35:55 -- With the arrival of Marco Sturm, and Mike Vrabel before him, it feels like New England is entering a new era of hardass head coaches. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Aug 9, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
The Wonder Of It All // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode covering a variety of topics around the world of Boston sports and their lives. 6:23 -- Matt recaps his trip to SummerSlam. 24:11 -- James Hagens officially decided to play at Boston College. 41:03 -- The Bruins-Lightning stadium series is revving up the hype train. 47:03 -- Matt & Ty are both getting fed up with all the streaming services. 55:47 -- Early thoughts on Patriots training camp and the preseason. 1:11:22 -- Ty tells his favorite Anton Khudobin story in honor of the ex-Bruins goaltender announcing his retirement. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jul 24, 2025 · 1 hr 23 min
Tooth // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt and Ty return with a new episode after two weeks away, focusing mainly on the Boston Bruins' 2025-26 schedule and their goaltending situation. Plus: the triumphant return of the "Big 3." 13:35 -- The guys give their biggest takeaways from the release of the Bruins' 2025-26 schedule. 18:09 -- Ty breaks down the Bruins' goaltending situation and the tricky situation they could find themselves in behind Jeremy Swayman. 28:25 -- Brad Marchand returns to Boston as a member of the Panthers on October 21. What will the reception be like at TD Garden? 43:30 -- Blake Wheeler has retired from the NHL. The guys look back on the Bruins' trade of Wheeler for Rich Peverley, and how it worked out for both teams. 56:03 -- The guys name their "Big 3" sports one-year wonders, and in classic dude fashion, just go on and on naming old athletes. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jul 9, 2025 · 54 min
The Ceiling // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode and give fresh thoughts on the Boston Bruins' offseason, the outlook for the 2025-26 season, and their long-term direction. 15:33 -- Follow-up discussion and fresh insight on the Bruins' free-agent signings, and the message that they sent to the city. 26:40 -- The guys look at the Bruins' offensive outlook for the coming season, and how much they plan to incorporate skill players. 41:08 -- Who are the Bruins' young players with the best chance to stick in the NHL lineup next season? 43:43 -- The guys go over what they believe is the Bruins' ceiling in 2025-26 and beyond -- as well as how low the floor could be. 50:30 -- To close out the show, the Seattle Kraken are rumored to be looking to trade forward Jared McCann, who could be a good fit for the Bruins. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jul 2, 2025 · 1 hr 32 min
They're Doing It Again // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode and a TON to get to on the Boston Bruins, including the draft and free agency. Ty gives his thoughts on Boston's development camp before they get into more pressing matters... 9:42 -- The guys dive deep into the Bruins' first day of free agency, mainly the Tanner Jeannot signing, and what it all represents in both the short-term and the long-term. 41:30 -- The guys react to the Bruins' trade for Viktor Arvidsson, and what it means for Don Sweeney as a GM as well as the Bruins' lineup. 49:41 -- Discussing the signing of Matej Blumel, one of the few moves Matt actually liked. 59:03 -- Matt & Ty discuss another thing they liked, which is the Morgan Geekie extension. 1:06:27 -- Did ownership pressure to get back to the playoffs sneaky-play a role in the way the Bruins handled free agency. 1:16:14 -- Initial thoughts on the Bruins' 2025 draft class. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 27, 2025 · 33 min
Bruins Draft Preview // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode previewing the Boston Bruins in the 2025 NHL Draft. They start right off with discussions about the No. 7 pick, and go from there. 1:09 -- What will the Bruins do with the No. 7 pick? The guys go over the best prospects available, if they stay there and pick. 13:57 -- Could the Bruins possibly trading down with the New York Islanders, who are looking to move up to get Long Island native James Hagens? 19:40 -- The Bruins have three picks in the top-70. Could they package them to move up higher in the second round to get a defenseman? The guys go over some of the better prospects at the position. 28:31 -- Ty goes over a few day-2 prospects that interest him, if the Bruins stay where they are in the second and third rounds. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 24, 2025 · 1 hr 25 min
The Opus // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode centered around the Boston Bruins and their role in the upcoming NHL free agency period and the draft, plus other fun surprises. They get into some early banter on all kinds of topics before settling in on the hockey talk... 14:32 -- Initial preview on free agency, including the Bruins' chances of making a run at defenseman Aaron Ekblad 25:22 -- A quick detour on the Bruins' contract extension with defenseman Mason Lohrei 32:18 -- Shifting back to the Bruins in free agency, a closer look at their potential to add a big-money forward 46:55 -- Instant reaction to breaking news that former Bruins captain Zdeno Chara was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame 54:38 -- A look at the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers in free agency, including the likelihood of Brad Marchand re-signing there 1:02:53 -- The first of multiple draft previews to come on the podcast Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 16, 2025 · 1 hr 15 min
Do-Over // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty are back with a new episode focusing on recent Bruins offseason news and the Stanley Cup Final. 9:15 -- Reacting to the trade the Bruins made for a new defenseman right at the end of the previous podcast. 20:51 -- The guys discuss the Bruins' intentions and options for building the roster back up for new head coach Marco Sturm. 1:00:03 -- Fresh thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final and the Conn Smythe Trophy race between Brad Marchand and Sam Bennett. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 13, 2025 · 1 hr 21 min
One Mic // Sports Hub Underground With Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
WARNING: This episode contained audio problems, as Ty's microphone was unexpectedly off. Big props to the faithful listeners who get through the full episode, which features plenty of good Bruins conversation and a new "Big 3." The boys will be back with a new episode, and two working microphones, on Monday, June 16. 10:34 -- NHL Awards thoughts 18:32 -- Discussing the Bruins' hiring of Marco Sturm 32:14 -- Are the Bruins going to surround Sturm with good-enough players? 1:02:00 -- Thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final through four games 1:08:31 -- In honor of Friday the 13th, the guys do a "Slasher Draft" for the Big 3. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 28, 2025 · 43 min
Final Stretches // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode centered on the latest with the Bruins' offseason. The guys cover the late stages of the coaching search, as well as the performance of certain players at the World Championships, among other hockey topics. 6:30 -- Latest on Bruins head coach search 20:32 -- Thoughts on Jeremy Swayman's performance at the Worlds 29:04 -- Fresh thoughts on the NHL conference finals and a nostalgic hockey tangent 39:32 -- Thoughts on Elias Lindholm's performance at the Worlds Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 22, 2025 · 51 min
The Devil You Know // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt and Ty return to discuss the latest news regarding the Boston Bruins, including Don Sweeney's new contract extension and the latest coaching reports. 4:19 -- New Bruins head coach candidates include Mitch Love and Luke Richardson. 12:03 -- For Sweeney, his job begins with drafting better. 26:26 -- It's time for Sweeney to make bold, big-boy moves as GM. 32:53 -- Sweeney has been far from a great GM, but the hate goes overboard. 45:34 -- Thoughts on the NHL conference final series through one game each. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 16, 2025 · 53 min
Grow Together // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode focusing on the latest in the Bruins' offseason, specifically new coaching candidates and potential targets in free agency. They start off with some banter on their return to studio Q and the addition of video to the program, before diving in... 11:55 -- Latest Bruins head coaching news & rumors 33:11 -- Possible offer sheet targets for the Bruins in free agency Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 8, 2025 · 1 hr 11 min
The Beep // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
In this episode of the Sports Hub Underground, Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson of 98.5 The Sports Hub discuss the latest Boston Bruins topics. Among them are the potential draft prospects and coaching candidates to know, Don Sweeney's plans to evolve the team offensively, and more. It's their first try at recording a video in Studio D, and so they have to battle through some technical difficulties, as a mysterious beeping noise nearly derails the whole thing. 4:30 -- Follow-up thoughts on the Bruins falling in the draft lottery and what to expect from their top pick. 15:37 -- Don Sweeney said in a recent press conference that he expects the Bruins and their next head coach to "evolve offensively." 38:05 -- The latest on the Bruins' head coaching search, including one veteran name that's been added to the mix. 58:00 -- The guys draft their "Big 3" jobs they don't understand. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 6, 2025 · 37 min
Technically The Worst // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
On this episode of the Sports Hub Underground, Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson of 98.5 The Sports Hub give their first reactions to the Boston Bruins dropping from fifth to seventh in the 2025 NHL Draft. The New York Islanders won the first lottery drawing to jump to No. 1 overall, while the Utah Hockey Club won the second drawing to jump to No. 4. Matt & Ty discuss the ramifications of the Bruins falling two spots in the draft order, the prospects most likely to be on their radar, the possibility of trading the seventh pick to move up or down, and other topics related to the Bruins' draft and offseason. Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 1, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
They Look Good // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson
Matt & Ty return with a new episode discussing the latest in the world of the Boston Bruins and the Stanley Cup Playoffs. First they get into some opening banter about their driving pet peeves and odd behavior around their neighborhoods, before diving into the sports... 11:34 -- Mike Sullivan has been let go as head coach of the Penguins. The guys discuss the likelihood (or lack thereof) that Sullivan would become the Bruins' next coach. 33:55 -- Bruins prospect Will Zellers lit up his junior league this season, but he's a long way away from the NHL. 40:18 -- The Florida Panthers tore through the Tampa Bay Lightning to advance to the next round and look ready to push for a repeat. 48:30 -- With the Panthers advancing, the Bruins are one step closer to the Brad Marchand trade return becoming a first-round pick. 54:45 -- Who has the best chance of stopping the Panthers in the Eastern Conference? Subscribe to the Sports Hub Underground wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://apple.co/3AICTPR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3j5ibDR YouTube: https://bit.ly/43PmhYV RSS: https://bit.ly/3tSKABs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sports Hub Underground

Bruins Training Camp Preview, Part 2 // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Bruins Training Camp Preview, Part 1 // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Captain(s) // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Fair Shake // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Hardass Coach // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

The Wonder Of It All // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Tooth // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

The Ceiling // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

They're Doing It Again // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Bruins Draft Preview // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

The Opus // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Do-Over // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

One Mic // Sports Hub Underground With Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Final Stretches // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

The Devil You Know // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Grow Together // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

The Beep // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

Technically The Worst // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson

They Look Good // Sports Hub Underground with Matt Dolloff and Ty Anderson