Jeff and Elliotte share the latest developments in Patrick Kane's future as the free agent continues to assess his options while also limiting the amount of information that has leaked out. Are the Detroit Red Wings the new clubhouse leader (1:29)? They dive into what happened between the NHL and Marc-Andre Fleury last week and key in on the NHL's bigger worry behind individual causes (19:03). Jeff and Elliotte discuss whether Jacob Trouba's punishment was too light for hitting a player in the head with his hockey stick (46:04), talk about the Dmitri Voronkov situation in Columbus (49:31 ..read more

Jeff and Elliotte discuss the Corey Perry situation and then dive into the Edmonton Oilers' continued struggles (3:38). They talk about the Oilers having to manage a narrative that Connor McDavid is flexing his power within the organization (5:52). Elliotte highlights his biggest takeaways from a big Columbus win on Wednesday (23:01) and the guys provide an update on Patrick Kane's future (30:51). Next, the latest on the John Klingberg situation (35:22) and Jeff and Elliotte wrap up the podcast by talking about Winter Classic jersey reveals for the Kraken and the Golden Knights (1:00:00). The ..read more

Jeff and Elliotte dive into the benching of Patrik Laine by Pascal Vincent and the Columbus Blue Jackets. Elliotte talks about the issues he has with the decision, and they debate whether Columbus is putting Laine in the best position to succeed. They also talk about the potential impact this is having on star prospect Adam Fantilli (15:07). Jeff and Elliotte move on to the thriving Philadelphia Flyers, and Elliotte highlights how important Philadelphia is to the NHL (21:00). Elliotte also provides some World Cup of Hockey (30:07) and 2024 NHL All Star Game (33:00) updates. The guys then dive ..read more

Jeff and Elliotte begin with the 2023 NHL Global Series in Sweden where the Ottawa Senators and Detroit Red Wings kicked things off on Thursday. They talk about the importance of these games and the importance of international best-on-best hockey for a nation like Sweden (7:26). They dive into Daniel Alfredsson's role with the Senators and how Mats Sundin should be more involved with the Leafs (9:45). Jeff and Elliotte talk about what's next for the New York Islanders after they lose 7 in a row (17:58), Elliotte provides an update on contract talks between the Canucks and Elias Pettersson (34 ..read more

Jeff and Elliotte expand on the news that Jay Woodcroft has been replaced as Head Coach in Edmonton by Kris Knoblauch. They dive into the reasons behind the coaching change and why Knoblauch and Paul Coffey were chosen to step in. They also discuss what is at stake for the Oilers this season. Next, Jeff and Elliotte shed some light on the latest with Nikita Zadorov who reportedly requested a trade out of Calgary (25:30), talk about the Florida Panthers who are 7-2-1 in their last 10 and are getting quickly getting healthier (35:13) and Elliotte gives an update on a possible Samuel Montembeault ..read more

It may be November but the temperature in three Canadian hockey markets is rising by the day. Jeff and Elliotte key in on Edmonton, Ottawa, and Toronto as these three NHL teams continue to struggle out the gate. In Edmonton the scrutiny is being placed on the goaltending (03:16) and they discuss whether Jay Woodcroft should be on the hot seat (13:00). In Ottawa they're chanting "fire DJ Smith" and Brady Tkachuk did his best to distract from it (20:30). In Toronto, the criticism is placed on the new players (29:00). Why has it been so difficult for them to translate in Toronto? They also touch ..read more

Jeff and Elliotte react to Michael Andlauer's very honest press conference from Wednesday and give their thoughts on the way he spoke about the punishments levied against his hockey club (3:40), the intricacies of no-trade-clauses (13:40), and how they'll remember the Dorion Era in Ottawa (22:00). Next, they dive into neck protection in the NHL and how some players are choosing to embrace change (40:00). Elliotte proclaims that the Canucks are Canada's best team (53:00), Jeff and Elliotte look back at the career of Paul Stastny as he announces his retirement from the NHL (1:05:37), and they di ..read more

Elliotte joins Jeff live from Edmonton at the NHL's Heritage Classic between the Oilers and Flames. They dive into the game, talk about Elliotte's interview with Oilers' legend Paul Coffey and what Paul had to say to the Oilers' roster (3:00). Also discussed is what the start of the season could mean for the future of the Calgary Flames (6:30). Jeff and Elliotte get into the fallout of the Shane Pinto suspension and the latest out of Ottawa (15:00) and talk about Joe Thornton's retirement announcement and look back on his career (26:30). Jeff and Elliotte also touch on the tragedy in Europe th ..read more

Jeff and Elliotte add more insight to the Shane Pinto suspension and discuss in depth where they believe the NHL and NHLPA will go from here. They recap a bizarre night across the NHL that included the Ducks defeating the Bruins, the Penguins beating the Avs 4-0, the Lightning decimating the Sharks, and no Morgan Frost again for Philadelphia (36:00). They talk about Cole Perfetti's confusing ice time in Winnipeg (40:00). Elliotte adds to his report about the NHL overwhelmingly voting for decentralizing the Entry Draft (59:00).   Jeff and Elliotte answer your questions in the Montana’s Tho ..read more

Jeff and Elliotte react and add to the news that Shane Pinto has been suspended for breaking the NHL’s gambling rules. Elliotte dives into what he’s been told and reveals how the NHL came to this conclusion. 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 Jordan McRae and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers S ..read more