Let the Goalies Fight

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to Alex Ovechkin capturing the NHL's all-time goal scoring record. Afterwards, they delve into what is being dubbed the "Sunshine State Conspiracy" against the Toronto Maple Leafs (27:00). Kyle and Elliotte talk about referees paying attention to Elvis Merzlikins' propensity to draw contact (40:00) and banter about the Senators being close to clinching a playoff spot (46:18), before talking about Minnesota's crucial win on Sunday (47:25). Elliotte touches on a few NHL prospects including the Flames' Zayne Parekh (55:15) and The Final Thought focuses on the NHL possibly combining the Draft with Free Agency into one long event (59:57). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (1:05:04).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

7 Apr 1h 31min

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast by delving into Kyle's time in Montreal to cover the Canadiens. That bleeds into a conversation about the teams dealing with late season injuries (11:47). Elliotte points out an quirk about the Avs schedule (19:36) and the fellas revisit Kyle's point that Connor Hellebuyck should be given Hart consideration (23:20). Elliotte updates the latest surrounding Rick Tocchet's future with the Vancouver Canucks (31:17) and they delve into the Anthony Duclair-Patrick Roy drama on Long Island (40:37). The fellas discuss Jalen Chatfield escaping discipline for his take down of Connor McMichael (50:48) and the Final Thought focuses on the new Rogers-NHL broadcast rights deal (59:21). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (1:10:16). The final segment focuses on Alex Ovechkin being only 3 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's goal scoring record (1:39:00)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

4 Apr 1h 45min

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through the major NHL awards and who they think will win each; Hart (4:00), Norris (8:00), Calder (14:44), Vezina (20:36), & the Jack Adams (21:19). They begin the newsy segment by highlighting the top college free agent signings (27:19). They delve into the insane heater the St. Louis Blues have been on (34:31). Kyle and Elliotte touch on the Minnesota Wild's recent form (45:13). Elliotte shares some reactions to our goalie-interference conversations (47:45). They also talk about offside challenges (50:33). The fellas touch on the Canucks' & Flames' dwindling playoff chances and their respective seasons (54:00). Elliotte touches on the aftermath of the Tortorella exit in Philly (1:00:20). The Final Thought focuses on The Gr8 Chase and goal 890 (1:02:50). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (1:06:34). In the Final Segment Kyle and Elliotte show love for Kevin Bieksa's Fairmont Prep Academy who came second in the AAA High School US National Championship (1:38:57).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

31 Mar 1h 42min

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman (live from the airport in Winnipeg) begin by unpacking John Tortorella's exit as head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers. Elliotte touches on the speculation that's arisen in Vancouver about Rick Tocchet potentially taking the Flyers job this summer (18:56). They transition to Sidney Crosby and his 20th straight year at a point per game or more (22:15). Elliotte touches on what he's been doing while visiting the Oilers and Jets (25:40). The fellas touch on Brad Marchand nearing his Panthers debut (37:14). They also talk about the pair of college free agents the Maple Leafs lured to Toronto (38:19). Kyle and Elliotte talk about the respect shown by Ovechkin and the Capitals to Marc-Andre Fleury on Thursday night (43:01). The Final Thought focuses on goalie interference (51:20). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (1:06:17).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

28 Mar 1h 38min

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by unwrapping the latest around NHL expansion and the city of Houston (2:50). Afterwards, they delve into the Jets-Oilers tilt on Thursday where Connor McDavid and Stuart Skinner left early (11:39) and unpack a very tight playoff race in the Eastern Conference (16:34). They move West where Kyle and Elliotte touch on the Blues' taking hold of the final playoff spot after they beat Vancouver (24:10), the Flames' win over the Devils (31:17), and John Tavares reaching 1,100 career points (34:26). Next, replay fatigue and why there are too many goals coming off the board (36:48) plus Utah's push in the playoff race and how Ryan Smith is generating more fan interest (41:24). Elliotte highlights Andrew Brunette's pointed comments about his Nashville players (42:46) and the guys talk about Brent Burns playing 911 consecutive games (50:29). The Final Thought focuses on Elliotte's proposal to fix the advantage that the no-tax states currently enjoy (52:20).Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (1:01:46).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

21 Mar 1h 35min

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman delve into Mikko Rantanen's return to the Colorado with the Dallas Stars and talk about how tough the Central Division bracket will be in the playoffs. Next, they highlight how everyone is high on the Ottawa Senators currently (9:00) and Kyle and Elliotte discuss how Toronto reacted to the Leafs loss to the Senators (12:35). They also touch on the Montreal Canadiens and the tight Eastern Conference playoff race (19:02) and on a team that could be handful in the West in the LA Kings and Quinton Byfield who has been "Bringing the Boom" (28:42). That bleeds into a conversation about how tight the Western Conference wild card race is between the Blues, Canucks, Utah, and Calgary (30:18). Elliotte takes a second to talk about Connor Bedard's frustrations after a blowout loss visit to his hometown (36:47) and Kyle and Friedge speculate on Sam Bennett's future (40:40). The Final Thought focuses on our colleague Gene Principe (45:22). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (49:04).In the final segment Kyle and Elliotte talk about the reason why they are in Florida recording this podcast, the NHL GM Meetings (1:14:45).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

17 Mar 1h 21min

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by discussing their takeaways from Thursday night's tilt between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers which Elliotte attended, and from the Senators-Bruins game which Kyle attended. They talk about the Devils big victory over the Oilers (11:33) and Elliotte reveals that Adin Hill may be close to signing a contract extension with the Vegas Golden Knights (15:23). They dive into the tight Western Conference playoff race before Elliotte credits Quinn Hughes for having Elias Pettersson's back throughout his struggles this season (18:32). The fellas then delve into the Rasmus Dahlin "wants out of Buffalo" rumours (23:22), Kyle Palmieri being close to a contract extension with the Islanders (32:11), and Connor Zary's two game suspension (32:30). Next, they look ahead to the GM meetings that begin on Monday (33:56).Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (44:47).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

14 Mar 1h 10min