32 Thoughts: The Podcast

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Hockey fans already know the name, but this is not the blog. From Sportsnet, 32 Thoughts: The Podcast with NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas is a weekly deep dive into the biggest news and interviews from the hockey world.

10H AGO

McDavid Wants a Winner

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the end-of-season media availabilities for the Edmonton Oilers. They take a moment to reflect on what the Panthers can do to maintain their run (19:03) before delving into the NHL's investigation into the Oilers' alleged misuse of LTIR with Evander Kane (25:15). Kyle and Elliotte discuss the Mason Marchment trade (30:15). The hosts also talk about Nick Bonino retiring from pro hockey and joining the Pittsburgh Penguins (36:10). They discuss Noah Dobson's future as an RFA (39:12) and touch on the Senators signing Fabian Zetterlund (42:50). The Final Thought focuses on several other UFAs: Mitch Marner, John Tavares, and Nick Ehlers (47:15). Elliotte also drops a quick note on Brock Boeser and Conor Garland in Vancouver (52:02). Kyle and Elliotte answer your voicemail and email submissions in the Thought Line (54:07). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

1h 9m
2D AGO

The Stanley State and a 32 Year Drought

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Florida Panthers defeating the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 to clinch their second straight Stanley Cup Championship, extending Canada’s Cup drought to 32 years. In the news and notes section, Kyle and Elliotte touch on Marco Rossi’s future (41:25). They also discuss what lies ahead for Alex Tuch, JJ Peterka, and the Buffalo Sabres (45:47). The duo goes on to consider what might happen with Mika Zibanejad and the New York Rangers (49:25). The Final Thought focuses on the passing of Steve Reich (52:05). Kyle and Elliotte answer your voicemail and email submissions in the Thought Line (56:26). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

1h 22m
5D AGO

A Blizzard of Goals Puts Florida a Win Away From Glory

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Florida Panthers’ Game 5 domination of the Edmonton Oilers, which puts them ahead 3-2 in the Stanley Cup Final and just one win away from back-to-back Cup victories. In the news and notes section of the podcast, Elliotte discusses the Sabres listening to trade offers for JJ Peterka (24:06). They chat about the overturned game-winner in Game 1 of the Calder Cup Final (26:33). The hosts delve into the latest with Mitch Marner as free agency approaches (30:25). Kyle and Elliotte also focus on Nikolaj Ehlers as another highly sought-after free agent (38:41). They talk about Carolina’s desire to land a big fish this offseason (41:17). The guys share a laugh over Kyle’s fishing abilities and Daniel Carr to end the podcast (44:03). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

50 min
JUN 13

Edmonton Shake It off to Win Game 4

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to a wild Game 4 overtime win by the Edmonton Oilers, tying the series at 2-2. In the news and notes section of the podcast, Kyle and Elliotte delve into the Chris Kreider trade to the Anaheim Ducks (24:42), focusing on the Rangers’ side of the deal (34:54). Afterwards, the duo shifts focus to the Dallas Stars, who have been at the center of many trade rumors (40:44). Elliotte gives a brief update on Jonathan Toews and discusses what Colorado is planning this offseason (49:00). Kyle and Elliotte also talk about the Pittsburgh Penguins potentially being for sale (54:10). They then turn their attention to Vancouver, where Elias Pettersson chatter has retaken center stage (59:29), and touch on Jordan Spence of the LA Kings (1:02:52). The Final Thought focuses on two-sport prospect Mason West, who is "all-in" on hockey (1:04:05). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions, emails, and voicemails via the Thought Line (1:10:47). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

1h 31m
JUN 10

The Panthers Set the Coppertone in Game 3

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman delve into an ugly Game 3 loss for the Edmonton Oilers in Sunrise, Florida, as they trail the Panthers 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final. In the news and notes section of the podcast, the hosts discuss potential rule changes suggested by some NHL players that they'd like to see addressed (16:50). Elliotte talks about Utah, Seattle, and Montreal as the teams most active during the Scouting Combine in Buffalo (23:02). Next, the hosts provide an update on Gavin McKenna's future (30:11). Elliotte comments on the speculation surrounding Alex Pietrangelo and William Karlsson (36:33). The hosts also discuss TJ Oshie as he retires from the NHL (39:12). The Final Thought focuses on the unusual questions that teams ask players during interviews at the combine (44:18). In the final segment, Kyle and Elliotte are joined by a bronzed broadcasting legend and our friend Gene Principe (51:12). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

56 min
JUN 7

It Must Have Been the Ice Cream

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman revisit an electric Game 2 between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final. The duo then moves on to news and notes from around the league. They unpack the Dallas Stars firing Pete DeBoer (19:33) and delve into potential replacements behind the bench (26:27). Elliotte discusses Alex Pietrangelo's uncertain future in hockey (32:26) and provides the latest updates on the Buffalo Sabres (35:11). The hosts also talk about Derek Lalonde joining the Toronto Maple Leafs (36:20). The Final Thought focuses on top prospect Gavin McKenna (38:53). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions, emails, and voicemails via the Thought Line (41:18). In the final segment, Kyle and Elliotte sit down with Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner (1:00:04). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

1h 10m
JUN 5

Pink Pony Dub

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman look back at an exhilarating Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, in which Edmonton defeated the Panthers 4-3 in overtime. They then delve into the latest news around the NHL. The fellas revisit Gary Bettman and Bill Daly's media conference at the Stanley Cup Final (22:03). Kyle and Elliotte discuss Dan Muse being named the next head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins (29:14). David Amber makes a surprise appearance on the podcast (38:53). The hosts also discuss the Brock Nelson contract with the Colorado Avalanche (39:23), and Elliotte talks about what's next for Martin Necas (41:58). The Final Thought features a surprise appearance from an anonymous guest (46:49). In the second half of the podcast, Kyle and Elliotte sit down with Brad Marchand of the Florida Panthers (52:39), as well as Steve Mayer, the NHL’s President of Content and Events (1:02:24). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

1h 35m
JUN 4

Stanley Cup Final Preview & Interviews

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman look ahead to the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers. In the second half of the podcast, Kyle and Elliotte sit down with several people from media day in Edmonton. Hear from Panthers Head Coach Paul Maurice (18:38), Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (30:34), Oilers forward Corey Perry (38:14), and Oilers forward Connor McDavid (46:35). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

58 min

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1,593 Ratings

What a great FUN! podcast! I enjoy every listen! Thank You!

Apr 12

tomsbigfish

What a great FUN! podcast! I enjoy every listen! Thank You!
32 Thoughts about Toronto

May 12

AustinBuff27

Clown show week in and week out. It’s amazing how much water these guys carry for the Leafs.
Thoughts and feelings

May 8

john earl joness

Too much “this player should go here” and other such made up nonsense. Just stick to actual hockey news without making up news. Maybe try some actual reporting on facts a little more and maybe a little less at your poor attempt at being funny. It’s a clown show now.
Concerning

Apr 30

rage550

I adore this show because you guys get straight to hockey talk With the “new addition” it’s starting to sound like the American sports politics (Please don’t follow that)

Hockey fans already know the name, but this is not the blog. From Sportsnet, 32 Thoughts: The Podcast with NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas is a weekly deep dive into the biggest news and interviews from the hockey world.