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.

3d ago

Another Tkachuk Exodus

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down all angles of the blockbuster trade that sends Brady Tkachuk from the Senators to the Panthers. The guys talk the impact this will have on Canadian teams considering American players (15:30). They talk about what the Panthers will potentially do with their goaltending (22:30). Kyle and Elliotte revisit all the Maple Leafs news from last week (25:00). They talk about conclusion of the Mike Babcock investigation (35:00). Seattle gets some spotlight after their transactions on Sunday (39:00). Elliotte touches on Tarasenko, Nichushkin, and Trouba (43:30). The Final Thought focuses on the passing of NHL blogging trailblazer Paul Kukla (45:30). The guys also touch on the end of Hockey Night in Canada-Rogers partnership (47:00). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (54:35). Today we highlight indie-rock group from Calgary, Alberta Sea of Lettuce and their song Stick Around. Check them out here. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. 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 Cristian Ceniti 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 21m
Jun 15

Rock Me Like a Stanley Cup Champion

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in 6 games to win the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. They also touch on the Golden Knights running out of gas in the end (34:33). They talk about Torts' future (40:23). The Final Thought puts a wrap on the 2026 NHL season and looks ahead to the news to come (46:26). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (49:44). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. 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 Cristian Ceniti 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 8m
Jun 12

One Win From Glory

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes taking a 3-2 series lead over the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. Afterwards, the fellas delve into the news where they expand on Darnell Nurse's trade request out of Edmonton (31:00). They talk abo ut the investigation into Mike Babcock before he's hired by the Edmonton Oilers (35:00). Kyle and Elliotte react to Joe Sakic's comments on Thursday (41:00). They touch on Seattle's new front office hires (44:41). The Final Thought focuses on Nikita Kucherov winning the Hart (47:30). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (52:30). In this episode we highlight Canadian pop singer-songwriter Olivia Penalva and her track Distance Makes A Love Story. Check out her music here. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. 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 Cristian Ceniti 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 11m
Jun 10

Playing With House Money

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes tying the Stanley Cup Final Series 2-2 against Vegas. They get to the news where Mike Babcock is reportedly in line to take the Edmonton Oilers' head coaching job (23:32). Elliotte touches on the Leafs open coaching vacancy (42:21) before talking about top free agent Alex Tuch (43:00). The guys also talk about the latest developments in Detroit around Dylan Larkin (46:11). The fellas talk about Mike McCarron's contract extension (52:40). The Final Thought focuses on the top prospects that were present at Game 4 (54:57). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (1:00:40). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. 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 Cristian Ceniti 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 27m
Jun 7

Sin City Insanity

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman review the Carolina Hurricanes' historic comeback from a four-goal deficit before the Vegas Golden Knights secured a double-overtime victory in Game 3. Then, Elliotte provides an update on an intriguing candidate in the Toronto Maple Leafs' coaching search, and where the Los Angeles Kings currently stand in their hiring process (19:00). The Final Thought focuses on the NHL Draft Combine back in Buffalo (30:57). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (40:00). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. 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 Cristian Ceniti 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

57 min
Jun 5

To Challenge or Not to Challenge?

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes heroic comeback in Game 2 over the Vegas Golden Knights. The fellas then turn their attention to Dylan Larkin's trade request out of Detroit (22:41). They also talk about the Edmonton Oilers and the potential break up with Darnell Nurse (37:17). Plus some speculation on their head coaching search (40:23). Elliotte also updates the LA and Toronto coaching searches (43:51). Kyle and Elliotte talk about the sale of the Barrie Colts (48:14). The Final Thought focuses on the NHL Awards that were announced (50:00). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (57:08). Today we highlight "Too Tough to Die" by Australian rockers The Lazys. Check their music out here. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. 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 20m
Jun 3

Category 5 Hockey

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unpack an amazing Game 1 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights. Afterwards, the guys delve into the Nashville Predators making Chris MacFarland their new GM (23:00). They also talk about news regarding Commissioner Gary Bettman's future with the NHL (32:00) before unpacking the newly announced All-Star Game format (35:00). Elliotte provides an update on Bruce Cassidy (39:00). They check in on LA and Toronto's head coaching search (43:00). The Final Thought focuses on the Vancouver Canucks officially hiring Manny Malhotra as their next head coach (47:00). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (50:24). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. 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
May 29

The Perfect Storm Hit Montreal

On this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman pay tribute to Claude Lemieux following his sudden passing. The guys unpack the surgical play of the Carolina Hurricanes as they push the Montreal Canadiens to the brink of elimination (5:00). They talk about a league memo regarding trades between now and the lead up to free agency (25:00). Kyle and Elliotte look ahead to the NHL Draft Combine in Buffalo (32:16). They also talk about where things stand between the Vancouver Canucks and Manny Malhotra (34:16) plus Jay Woodcroft and the Toronto Maple Leafs (35:52). The Final Thought focuses on the Bruce Cassidy saga in Vegas as things start to play out publicly (39:44 ). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line (45:32). Today we highlight MIINA and her track Archetypal Life. Check out her music here. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. 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 8m

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Made me feel old

Apr 14

Goon Squad Captain

I love the Pod, when you mentioned the great 3rd baseman Mike Schmidt and explain how great he was for the younger listeners, I felt so old.
An Unbeatable Listen!

Feb 19

Gertrude da Goat

I look forward to each & every episode. This show essential listening for all hockey fans everywhere! It’s fun and honest. The reporting & conversations are great but the chemistry between Elliotte & Kyle is what really makes this show tick. The guys are so much fun to listen to, I’d listen even if the “pod” was about Raccoons, “erect nipples”or something else I might not normally consider of interest in a hockey podcast. Keep the hits coming guys & “Let’s Go Islanders!”
Not the same

Mar 2

Alockbflo3

Jeff marek made this show and i’m sorry it’s just not the same anymore with him gone. Elliotte is the man and will give you the latest news but Kyle leaves much to be desired with his input. Go find the sheet or what chaos instead
Liberal Fraudsters

Feb 27

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Elliotte Trudeau should keep his liberal politics in the 51st state. Focus on how you can approve on your silver medal in four years.

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.