
32 Thoughts
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Hockey fans already know the name, but this is not the blog. From Sportsnet, 32 Thoughts: The Podcast with Jeff Marek and NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman is a weekly deep dive into the biggest news and interviews from the hockey world.
32 Thoughts
2d ago
In this episode, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman are joined by Michael Russo of The Athletic and Sportsnet's David Amber to preview the 4 Nations Tournament here in Montreal.
After the preview, Kyle and Elliotte sit down with a number of players from the tournament for some exclusive interviews:
Josh Morrissey (33:17)
Aleksander Barkov (44:29)
Linus Ullmark (56:49)
Erik Karlsson (1:07:54)
Brock Nelson (1:18:31).
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 Domi ..read more
32 Thoughts
4d ago
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by highlighting notable 4 Nations hold-outs Quinn Hughes & Rasmus Ristolainen, while also mentioning those who opted to play for their countries. Most notably, Drew Doughty (15:30). Kyle and Elliotte talk about players like Jake Evans & Vladimir Tarasenko who could be traded during the 4 Nations break (21:47). The fellas update what the Blues plan to do as we creep closer to the trade deadline (29:30). Elliotte mentions that the Islanders are preparing to take a real run at extending Brock Nelson (37:59), before ..read more
32 Thoughts
1w ago
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman talk about Sidney Crosby's health and the likelihood of him playing for Team Canada at the 4 Nations. You'll also hear an outstanding poem from a Penguins fan urging Crosby to chase one more Cup ring elsewhere. They delve into where Team Canada stands with Drew Doughty (12:42). The switch focus to the Toronto Maple Leafs and their targets in the trade market (21:13). Kyle and Elliotte talk about Mikko Rantanen's growing pains with Carolina (28:24) before addressing the NHLPA's appeal of Ryan Hartman's 10 game suspension (34:3 ..read more
32 Thoughts
1w ago
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman look back at a wild week of trades across the NHL. They begin with the Canucks' pair of trades that sent J.T. Miller to the Rangers in return for Filip Chytil and Marcus Pettersson from the Penguins. They also talk about the runway now for Elias Pettersson as the drama between him and Miller comes to an end (14:32). Kyle and Elliotte touch on when to expect the NHL's next best-on-best tournament following 4 Nations (16:24) and they also touch on Canadians booing the American national anthem this weekend (18:22). The fellas ta ..read more
32 Thoughts
1w ago
This episode of the podcast is dedicated to Shawn Simpson.
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman breakdown the blockbuster trade between the Calgary Flames and Philadelphia Flyers that sent Kuzmenko, Pelletier, & draft picks from the Flames for Farabee, and Frost. Afterwards, the guys talk about what will happen to Brandon Saad after he and the Blues agreed to part ways (14:00). Kyle and Elliotte talk about the Boston Bruins and their continued struggles and what it means for Brad Marchand's future there (24:00). Elliotte drops that one executive would like t ..read more
32 Thoughts
2w ago
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman sits down with the Minnesota Wild's Marcus Foligno and Marc-André Fleury for an exclusive interview ahead of MAF's final appearance in Montreal.
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 affiliate ..read more
32 Thoughts
2w ago
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unpack the Mikko Rantanen trade from all angles. After looking at the Avs side of things they delve into Carolina pushing all their chips in (22:00) before finally analyzing the Blackhawks role in all of this (34:52). Afterwards, Kyle and Elliotte discuss how the Rantanen trade ripples throughout the rest the NHL and impacts how other teams attack the trade market (41:57). Kyle and Elliotte talk about Alex Pietrangelo pulling out of the 4 Nations to "tend to an ailment" and how the league will treat this withdrawal (45:31). T ..read more
32 Thoughts
3w ago
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin with some injury news as Jacob Markstrom left the ice on Thursday night with an undisclosed injury. That turns into a conversation about availabilities for the 4 Nations tournament and whether players might favour the rest (10:12). Kyle ponders whether the Rangers are back (12:25) before the pair comment on the Ottawa Senators offensive struggles (16:37). That bleeds into a conversation about Brad Marchand's latest antics (19:26). Kyle asks Elliotte about the Carolina Hurricanes "big game hunting" in the trade market (2 ..read more
32 Thoughts
3w ago
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman discuss their experiences at Hockey Day in Canada, highlighting the excitement and memorable moments from the games. They delve into the controversial referee decisions during the Edmonton vs. Vancouver game, particularly focusing on Connor McDavid's frustrations and the implications of his actions (5:51). The conversation shifts to trade rumors surrounding J.T. Miller and the Vancouver Canucks, exploring the dynamics of potential trades and the players' sentiments (23:56). They discuss the salary cap situation in the NHL, in ..read more
32 Thoughts
1M ago
In this Hockey Day in Canada edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman speak with a handful of distinguished guests:
Glen Sather (5:00)
Lanny McDonald (24:00)
Kevin Bieksa (48:57)
Afterwards, Kyle and Elliotte delve into the latest news and notes around the NHL. They begin with the future of Tristan Jarry who cleared waivers in Pittsburgh (1:15:59). Kyle and Elliotte talk about how all seven Canadian teams are in or around the playoffs at the halfway point (1:19:00), they touch on Rasmus Andersson's future with the Calgary Flames (1:23:30), and they discuss ..read more