Utah's Here and Ready to Go

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte dive into the official sale and relocation of the Arizona Coyotes to Utah. They also talk about what has to happen for the Coyotes to return to the desert (10:14) and Alex Meruelo’s absence from the final game in Arizona (13:54). Jeff and Elliotte also discuss how attractive the Coyotes’ roster is now with a cavalcade of young talent (18:08). Afterwards, the fellas delve into the Buffalo Sabres coaching vacancy and the return of hard-nose coaches (29:08). Jeff and Elliotte talk about the job Marty St. Louis has done in Montreal (37:59). They give Jeff Carter his flowers now that he is retired from the NHL (44:27) and talk about where Patrick Kane will land following this stint with the Detroit Red Wings (52:01). They also highlight Nikita Kucherov reaching 100 assists on the season (53:58). Finally, Jeff and Elliotte discuss Jack Edwards and Jeff Rimer, who are both stepping away from the mic after this season (59:15).

The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (1:06:19). Jeff and Elliotte run through and preview every first round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs:

Rangers vs Capitals (1:11:46)
Islanders vs Hurricanes (1:16:12)
Leafs vs Bruins (1:19:02)
Panthers vs Lightning (1:24:39)

Jets vs Avalanche (1:27:24)
Canucks vs Predators (1:31:30)
Stars vs Golden Knights (1:35:25)
Oilers vs Kings (1:39:00)

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This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty 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 Sports & Media or any affiliates.