Kaprizov Secures the Bag

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by unpacking the nasty preseason game between the Lightning and the Panthers. The boys then delve into the record setting Kirill Kaprizov contract (10:08). That bleeds into a conversation about Jackson LaCombe's extension with the Anaheim Ducks (26:46). Elliotte also touches on how this impacts Lane Hutson and the Montreal Canadiens (33:35). The fellas talk about the Luke Hughes extension with the New Jersey Devils (37:39). The focus then shifts to Jack Eichel and the Vegas Golden Knights (38:29). Niko Mikkola also gets a spotlight after signing and 8-year extension (43:03). Friedge updates where things stand between the Predators and Luke Evangelista (47:02). The boys talk about Lukas Reichel, whose name has been circulating in trade rumours (50:42). They shift gears to Ryan Huska extending with the Flames (51:39). The Final Thought focuses on Ben McDonald's polarizing on-air comments about the NHL's opening night (55:19).

Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (1:02:38).

In the final segment Friedman provides updates on Carter Hart and Michael McLeod (1:27:23).

Today we spotlight Patrick Kordyback and his 2025 single Whisky Like You. Check out his music here

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