32 Thoughts: The Podcast

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all the Stanley Cup Playoff action from Sunday: Oilers vs Ducks (1:00) Canadiens vs Lightning (16:30) Sabres vs Bruins (28:41) Kings vs Avalanche (34:07) The Final Thought focuses on the front office searches in Toronto, Nashville, and Vancouver (44:00) Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thoug...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all the Stanley Cup Playoff action from Thursday: Senators vs Hurricanes (1:00) Sabres vs Bruins (10:30) Kings vs Avalanche (17:00) Kyle and Elliotte run through the latest notes from the front office vacancies for the Leafs (26:00), Predators (38:00), Canucks (39:00), and Seattle (40:00). Elliotte also talks about St...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all the Stanley Cup Playoff action from Monday and Tuesday: Canadiens vs Lightning (1:45) Oilers vs Ducks (7:30) Senators vs Hurricanes (12:00) Mammoth vs Golden Knights (29:53) Sabres vs Bruins (34:00) Stars vs Wild (37:55) Flyers vs Penguins (43:40) Kings vs Avalanche (48:14) In the Final Thought Kyle and Elliotte u...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all the Stanley Cup Playoff action from Sunday night:  Canadiens vs Lightning (4:36) Sabres vs Bruins (14:20) Mammoth vs Golden Knights (21:25) Kings vs Avalanche (30:06) In this second segment Kyle and Elliotte break down everything they saw from Saturday's action: Senators vs Hurricanes (38:18) Stars vs Wild (46:10)...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down all 16 teams that have missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs and what lays ahead for all of them: New Jersey (1:00) Toronto (11:00) Nashville (24:00) Vancouver (29:00) Chicago (35:00) Calgary (41:30) Rangers (45:30) Seattle (49:30) Winnipeg (56:00) Florida (1:01:00) San Jose (1:05:00) St Louis (1:12:00) Islanders (1:16:00) C...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman revisit the Norris Trophy debate from Hockey Night before highlighting a milestone matchup as Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby face off for the 100th time (18:30). They break down the tightening playoff races in both the Eastern (28:30) and Western Conferences (46:30), and provide an update on Nashville’s ongoing GM search (52:30...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with the Pittsburgh Penguins returning to the playoffs and the strong coaching impact of Dan Muse, while the Utah Mammoth also clinch a postseason berth (12:00). They discuss Cole Caufield reaching the 50-goal mark (17:00), the Islanders picking up their first win under Peter DeBoer (29:00) and the tightening Eastern Confer...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to a coaching change on Long Island as the Islanders replace Patrick Roy with Peter DeBoer. They touch on Philadelphia picking up a win on dollar soft-serve night with Porter Martone continuing to impress, while also noting the Flyers’ tough tiebreaker situation as the Eastern Conference playoff race tightens (23:00). The...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down what was said by MLSE leadership in the days following Brad Treliving’s departure and why this shift is about more than just the GM (25:01). They discuss early candidates for the GM role and Elliotte’s theory on how the Quinn Hughes situation could influence how players like Auston Matthews approach their futures (30:...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Vegas Golden Knights making a coaching change, bringing in John Tortorella. They break down the chaotic playoff race in the Eastern Conference (23:48), before touching on Porter Martone signing with Philadelphia and ongoing extension talks between Trevor Zegras and the Flyers (28:30). The guys also discuss tension b...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman look at the Oilers showing signs of something sustainable with strong underlying numbers, while the Pacific Division remains wide open. They discuss looming offseason questions around figures like Adam Foote, Auston Matthews, and Brady Tkachuk (10:30), along with the tightening playoff race in the Eastern Conference (13:30) and...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to AJ Greer’s three-game suspension for boarding Connor Zary, while continued confusion around goaltender interference sparks calls for clearer definition from the NHL (17:00). Kyle shares takeaways from Toronto vs. Ottawa, including concerns about Senators fans selling tickets to opposing supporters (30:30), while the Isl...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with Elliotte’s travel mishap getting to Vancouver, before diving into a league where every game is starting to feel more meaningful as the playoff races tighten. They discuss the Columbus Blue Jackets holding a playoff spot under Rick Bowness (8:45), Edmonton’s disappointing loss to Florida and Kris Knoblauch’s measured re...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to Leon Draisaitl leaving Sunday’s game after a hit from Ozzy Wiesblatt, while the Oilers don’t sound overly concerned and responded on the ice. They discuss Connor McDavid weighing in on player safety and suspensions, and what Gary Bettman’s response could be when the General Managers meet in Florida (5:51). The guys also...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with Auston Matthews taking a knee-on-knee hit from Radko Gudas and the lack of response from the Maple Leafs. They discuss uncertainty around Brad Treliving’s future as he approaches the final year of his contract (8:30), and the tightening playoff races across both the Eastern (10:00) and Western (21:00) conferences. Elli...

Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with Buffalo and Tampa Bay’s wild 8–7 thriller, highlighting Rasmus Dahlin’s elite play (7:30), before discussing Matt Barzal’s hit on Macklin Celebrini (15:30) and Nazem Kadri’s emotional return for Colorado (23:00). They move through league storylines including a proposal to extend overtime through the end of a power play (26:00), Winnipeg’s playoff stan...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the NHL trade deadline, starting with Nazem Kadri heading to Colorado and MacKenzie Weegar landing in Utah. They dig into the trades around the league, including fierce internal discussions in St. Louis during the Colton Parayko situation and frustration from some teams over the growing number of no-trade clauses (11:30...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman gear up for trade deadline week, diving into Steven Stamkos’ availability and continued interest around Ryan O’Reilly (2:00), Robert Thomas (11:30), and Jordan Binnington (16:30). They discuss Nazem Kadri’s leadership in Calgary (19:00), Toronto’s path toward potentially selling (26:00), and uncertainty surrounding Elias Petters...

In this episode of  32 Thoughts , Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman set the table for a buyers’ market ahead of the trade deadline, with selling teams wary of getting stuck and prices running high. They discuss Adam Fox staying focused on winning now (9:53), Buffalo pushing forward with Alex Tuch’s future in question (16:00), Vancouver listening on most pieces outside of its young core and Fili...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman recap a sensational Gold medal final between Canada and the USA. They talk about Hellebuyck having the game of his life (5:56), and how Canada will suffer this one and move forward (13:40). They touch on Jack Hughes' heroics (20:25). Kyle and Elliotte update you on how close Crosby was to playing. Plus the other injuries that may...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unpack an eventful semifinal round from Milano Cortina. They open with reflections from Canada-Finland before getting into that 2-2 goal that could have been called for goaltender interference (11:00). They debate who to take out of the lineup of Crosby returns to the lineup (15:00). The fellas then look forward to Canada-USA on...

On this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unpack an amazing quarter final day at Milano Cortina. Beginning with Canada squeezing out a dramatic win over Czechia. They delve into the controversial Czech go-ahead-goal that saw six Czechia players on the ice (9:30). They talk about Crosby's injury (19:00) and Binnington's heroics (25:00) They react to the Finn's dramatic co...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman put a wrap on the preliminary round of the men's Olympic hockey tournament. As always, they begin with Canada and their dominance, team dynamics, and strategic line combinations. They look forward to a potential rematch with Czechia in the quarterfinals (22:30). The fellas unpack the Americans' gameplay so far as they finally cam...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break-down everything they saw from Canada's opening game at Milan against Czechia. They get into an impressive debut for Macklin Celebrini (10:00) before delving into Czechia's struggles (13:00). They move their attention to the Americans who defeated Latvia (14:00). They talk about the intricacies of IIHF rules (19:00). The fel...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas, Elliotte Friedman, and Kevin Bieksa preview the 2026 men's Olympic hockey tournament. The fellas entertain with a few funny stories from their time in Milan pre-tournament and then delve into their analysis of Team Canada (19:44). Is there any advantage to the Canadians staying in a hotel rather than setting up shop in the village (21:30)? They talk...