32 Thoughts: The Podcast

This edition of 32 Thoughts with Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman doesn't fall flat, despite Friedge's tire doing so... They open the pod discussing the Blue Jackets' acquisition of James van Riemsdyk and potentially Phil Kessel as well. That makes way for some of the hockey we saw over the weekend. Kyle and Elliotte delve into the exhibition between the Leafs and Habs and the hype coming from...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unwrap the biggest news and notes from their time at the U.S. NHL Players Media Tour in Las Vegas. They kick things off with their takeaways from their interview with Sidney Crosby as he inferred that a return to Pittsburgh is on the horizon. Elliotte highlights that the term of his next deal will be key (5:00). Then, the fellas...

Elliotte Friedman and Kyle Bukauskas kick off this season of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast by doing a deep dive into every team's offseason. Included in the discussion is their thoughts on the vigils and tributes for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. The guys look at what's holding up a possible Sidney Crosby extension, as well as what will come this season for Mitch Marner and the Maple Leafs. They also ta...

In this surprise summer emergency 32 Thoughts podcast, Elliotte Friedman delves into the St. Louis Blues' offer sheets on Edmonton Oilers Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway. Elliotte also touches on the Toronto Maple Leafs captaincy changing from Tavares to Matthews (13:29). He also unpacks the Cody Glass trade from Tuesday (18:37), and Jeff Vinik beginning the sale process of the Tampa Bay Lightni...

Elliotte Friedman fires through various news and notes following the 2024 NHL Entry Draft in Las Vegas in this quickfire edition of the 32 Thoughts podcast. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. The views and opi...

In this strictly news edition of 32 Thoughts live from Las Vegas, Jeff and Elliotte unwrap all the news and notes emanating from the Strip. They begin with a discussion about which pick marks the official "start" of the 2024 NHL Draft in terms of action (4:00).  Then, Jeff and Elliotte park some time to talk about Ken Holland and the Edmonton Oilers parting ways (9:21). They also talk about Leon D...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman look back on an epic Game 7 that saw the Florida Panthers crowned Stanley Cup Champions. They discuss what the league-wide impact of this Cup Final will be (13:35). The guys also take a look at what's next for both the Panthers (17:45) and the Oilers (18:24). Afterward, they dive into the latest news and notes. Jeff and Elliotte begi...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman revisit the Oilers Game 6 win over the Florida Panthers to force a Game 7 in the Stanley Cup Final after trailing the series 3-0. They also take some time to analyze the decision to review the Barkov goal (10:56), and then reflect on the historical significance of this comeback (20:00). In the news, Jeff and Elliotte discuss the poss...

We have a series! In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman revisit Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final that saw the Edmonton Oilers force a Game 6 in Edmonton on Friday night against the Florida Panthers. Afterwards, Jeff and Elliotte delve into the news, beginning with Filip Hronek's extension with the Vancouver Canucks (20:45). Elliotte also provides an update on a potential...

In this edition of the 32 Thoughts Podcast, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman look back on a dominant Edmonton Oilers win over the Florida Panthers in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final to stave off elimination and force a Game 5 back in Florida. They also get into what the Panthers can takeaway from this ugly loss, and they look forward to Tuesday (17:00). Afterwards, Jeff and Elliotte discuss Guy Bo...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte revisit Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. They delve into everything that's made Florida successful, and the mistakes that have cost Edmonton. Afterward, the guys  dive into the latest news around the NHL. First, they talk about Doug Armstrong's extension and Alexander Steen's 5-year deal with the St....

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte look back at a dominant Florida Panthers Game 2 win over the Edmonton Oilers. They look forward to Thursday and ponder whether a couple days rest can get both teams a bit healthier for Game 3 (14:35). Afterwards they delve into some NHL news. First they discuss the Carolina Hurricanes appointing Eric Tulsky as their new GM (18:30) and discuss the b...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman recap the Panthers 3-0 Game 1 win in the Stanley Cup Final over the Edmonton Oilers. Afterward, they delve into Gary Bettman's press conference. They begin with the Four Nations Face Off (17:45), and also touch on the salary cap increase (18:22). Jeff and Elliotte discuss the attention being turned towards the next CBA negotiations a...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman get into a heated argument about the best course of action for Macklin Celebrini: Go back to BU or turn pro and join the San Jose Sharks? Then, Jeff takes time to highlight a few prospects he spoke with at the combine that really impressed him (11:28). Afterward, Jeff and Elliotte delve into the latest around Elias Lindholm and Nikit...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte review Game 6 between Edmonton and Dallas that saw the Oilers clinch their spot in the Stanley Cup Final agains the Florida Panthers. They discuss the job Kris Knoblauch has done through all of this (14:42). The Oilers conversations make way for the Florida Panthers (24:13). They delve into Matthew Tkachuk and Sam Bennett re-entering their old batt...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman break down Florida's Game 4 win over the New York Rangers to tie the Eastern Conference Final 2-2. Afterwards, the guys talk about what's next for the Columbus Blue Jackets now that Don Waddell is officially hired by the team (13:45). They get into Dan Bylsma's promotion to the head coaching position with the Seattle Kraken (16:15)....

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman recap Game 3 between the New York Rangers and Florida Panthers that saw Igor Shesterkin stand on his head as the Rangers stole the win in overtime. That conversation makes way for an update on the Blue Jackets' hiring of Don Waddell (19:43). Then, the fellas talk about the Winnipeg Jets making Scott Arniel officially their new head c...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman revisit an incredible double overtime game between the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars. Afterwards, the fellas delve into the latest NHL news. They begin by talking about 'Canes GM Don Waddell being given permission to speak to other teams (13:17). Then, they park some time to chat about some of Carolina's players that could be on t...

Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman open this edition of 32 Thoughts by conducting a post-mortem on the Vancouver Canucks season who lost Game 7 at the hands of the Edmonton Oilers. They delve into how Jim Rutherford and co. plan to reload for next season (9:02). Then, Jeff and Elliotte comment on the "crazy year" that Elias Pettersson went through (17:14). The guys then dive into the Ryan McDonough...

Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast discussing the news that Brock Boeser will miss Game 7 with a blood clotting issue. The guys look back at a dominant 5-1 win from the Edmonton Oilers over the Vancouver Canucks in Game 6 (4:31). Jeff and Elliotte take a moment to talk about the increase in embellishment we have seen in these playoffs (11:58). Then, they preview Game 7 between the t...

This episode of 32 Thoughts is dedicated to the memory of Darren Dutchyshen. Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman highlight the Vancouver Canucks impressive Game 5 victory over the Edmonton Oilers to start this edition of 32 Thoughts (3:40). Then, the fellas dive into the Rangers 5-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes as they take the series 4-2 and qualify for the Eastern Conference Finals (18:49). The...

Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman open this edition of 32 Thoughts by delving into Game 4 between the Vancouver Canucks and Edmonton Oilers. Afterwards, the fellas unpack the Bruins win over the Panthers in Game 5 bringing them one win closer to tying that series and forcing Game 7 (11:25). They talk about how the game has changed for video coaches in these playoffs (16:24). This makes way for a se...

Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman dive into the Vancouver Canucks-Edmonton Oilers series and Sunday night's game that saw Vancouver take a 2-1 series lead and regain home ice advantage. Afterwards, the fellas shift focus to the Florida Panthers-Boston Bruins where, following some officiating controversy, the Panthers took a 3-1 series lead (11:40). They park the Stanley Cup Playoff chatter for a mo...

Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman open this edition of 32 Thoughts by delving into the Rangers-Canes series. Thats followed by thoughts on the Avalanche-Stars series. The fellas talk about the Jamie Benn hit on Devon Toews behind the net (15:46). Then, Jeff and Elliotte park some time to talk about Sheldon Keefe being relieved of his coaching duties with the Toronto Maple Leafs (23:49). They ponder...

Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman open this edition of 32 Thoughts by looking back at the two Stanley Cup Playoff games from Tuesday night. First they focus on the incredible comeback by the Colorado Avalanche over the Dallas Stars. Then they delve into the Rangers win over the Hurricanes (9:21). The playoff talk is parked when Jeff and Elliotte shift focus to the NHL Draft Lottery that saw San Jos...