Episodes
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Big Bob Defender
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by reacting to the the Leafs' losing to the Kraken in the final seconds and their goaltending woes. The guys delve into Bill Guerin's comments on Quinn Hughes Wednesday (14:00). They check in on the Dylan Larkin saga in...
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Heritage and Hellebuyck
In this edition of 32 Thoughts LIVE from Winnipeg Manitoba, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by unpacking the Connor Hellebuyck trade between the Jets and Devils. They wrap a bow on Heritage Classic weekend in Winnipeg (22:00). They delve into Quinn Hughes's return to Vancouver (27:00)....
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A Conversation With Martin St. Louis and Andrew Ladd
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman sit down with Montreal Canadiens Head Coach Martin St. Louis ahead of the NHL Heritage Classic in Winnipeg, and former Winnipeg Jet and BC Hockey Hall of Famer Andrew Ladd before the Heritage Classic Alumni Game. Listen to all…
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Hellebuyck Trade Insights With Kevin Cheveldayoff
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman sit down with Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff following the blockbuster trade that sent Connor Hellebuyck to New Jersey. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at [email protected] or call the...
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Hell Hath No Fury Like an Ottawa Scorn
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unpack Brady Tkachuk's return to Ottawa on Wednesday night. The fellas check-in on the Detroit Red Wings (29:00). The guys talk about the Canes sending trade offers for Connor Hellebuyck (34:00). The fellas talk about the…
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The Buyck Stops Here
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by delving into the latest surrounding Connor Hellebuyck as his team-ordered suspension comes to an end. They also update you on the latest with Dylan Larkin and the Detroit Red Wings (19:00). The fellas talk about the…
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The Cat Gets the Bag
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by delving into the latest surrounding the Detroit Red Wings and the extension for Alex DeBrincat. The guys unpack the hockey games from Tuesday and Wednesday (13:00). Elliotte talks about Rangers goaltending scout Scott...
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A Stuffed Weekend
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by reacting to a busy Thanksgiving Saturday night across the league. They talk about the Leafs impressive win over the Avs (6:00). The guys have some fun with Friedge getting "Sensed" online (14:00). The fellas unpack the...
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Jetting Out of the Starting Gates
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast by talking about the most impressive Canadian team to start the NHL season. They talk about the Edmonton Oilers dominant win over the Ducks on Wednesday night (11:00). The fellas talk about Bouchard possibly...
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Under the Hood in Detroit
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by unpacking the Simon Edvinsson trade request out of Detroit. They talk about the first edition of Rogers Saturday Night Hockey and the battle of Ontario (19:00). Elliotte talks about the San Jose Sharks going for it this...
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Marchenk-T.O.
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by breaking down the Leafs' Marchenko trade. The fellas also delve into the latest surrounding the Detroit Red Wings and Dylan Larkin (20:00). Elliotte provides an update on Alexander Nikishin (29:00). Kyle and Elliotte…
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The In Season Cup
In this edition of 32 Thoughts Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman welcome in Luke Gazdic and David Amber to compete for the 26-27 In Season Cup. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at [email protected] or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a...
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Business Before the Business
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast by discussing the unfinished business that is sprinkled around the NHL that still has to be resolved as we enter the regular season. They talk about the cap estimate at $127.5m (12:00). The fellas update the...
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Don't Tuck Your Shirt In
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by discussing fresh information about the future of the NHL salary cap. Then the fellas talk about a big speed bump towards expansion (12:00). The guys talk about Adam Fantilli's contract extension (20:00). Kyle and…
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Protection, Expansion & Change
On this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by delving into Canadiens-Maple Leafs preseason tilts. The fellas give an update on Adam Fantilli (9:30). The guys talk about whether GM's are having a sober second thought about handing out trade protection (17:00). Kyle...
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The New Cap Era
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman talk about the piece on Matthew Mayich on Sportsnet.ca. They provide an update on Connor Hellebuyck as training camps open across the NHL (9:00). The guys talk about Shawn Horcoff being introduced as the Red Wings’ new GM and...
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Deadlines Spur Action
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman discuss the new CBA taking effect Wednesday and the rush around the NHL to get contracts completed under the current rules. The guys dive into Chris Kreider signing with the Canadiens and what his role could look like in…
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Big Names, Big Thoughts
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by unpacking their insights from the interview they conducted with Quinn Hughes. The fellas also talk about their interview with Brady Tkachuk (13:00). The guys talk about Alex Formenton's 1 year deal with the Oilers...
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Surprise!
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman delve into the NHL's potential expansion into Texas and Georgia. They talk about the uncertainty in Detroit as Steve Yzerman steps out of the picture (13:00), and the CBA deadline on September 15th as 8 year max-terms shrink to…
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Behind the Scenes With the Keators
In this special interview edition of the 32 Thoughts podcast, Elliotte sits down with Leo Carlsson’s agents, Matt and Ryan Keator, for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the process that led to Leo Carlsson signing the richest contract in NHL history via a blockbuster offer sheet. Listen to…
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32 Final Thoughts
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all 32 NHL clubs as they put a bow on each team's season before the summer break: Anaheim (3:00) Boston (19:00) Buffalo (26:00) Calgary (33:00) Carolina (40:00) Chicago (48:00) Colorado (54:00) Columbus (1:01:00)...
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The Picks Are In
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by shining a light on Luke Prokop's upcoming documentary discussing his path as the first openly gay player under an NHL contract. The fellas break down the latest developments regarding Jason Robertson (4:00). They talk...
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Robertson-less in Seattle
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin with Jason Robertson turning down an estimated 15 x 8 contract from the Kraken after Seattle and Dallas agreed to the framework of a trade. They provide the latest on Mason McTavish (12:30), and talk about the St Louis…
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Another Tkachuk Exodus
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down all angles of the blockbuster trade that sends Brady Tkachuk from the Senators to the Panthers. The guys talk the impact this will have on Canadian teams considering American players (15:30). They talk about what the...
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Rock Me Like a Stanley Cup Champion
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in 6 games to win the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. They also touch on the Golden Knights running out of gas in the end (34:33). They talk about Torts' future…
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One Win From Glory
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes taking a 3-2 series lead over the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. Afterwards, the fellas delve into the news where they expand on Darnell Nurse's trade request out of Edmonton...
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Playing With House Money
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes tying the Stanley Cup Final Series 2-2 against Vegas. They get to the news where Mike Babcock is reportedly in line to take the Edmonton Oilers' head coaching job (23:32). Elliotte touches on the...
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Sin City Insanity
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman review the Carolina Hurricanes' historic comeback from a four-goal deficit before the Vegas Golden Knights secured a double-overtime victory in Game 3. Then, Elliotte provides an update on an intriguing candidate in the Toronto...
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To Challenge or Not to Challenge?
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes heroic comeback in Game 2 over the Vegas Golden Knights. The fellas then turn their attention to Dylan Larkin's trade request out of Detroit (22:41). They also talk about the Edmonton Oilers and...
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Category 5 Hockey
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unpack an amazing Game 1 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights. Afterwards, the guys delve into the Nashville Predators making Chris MacFarland their new GM (23:00). They also talk about news regarding...
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The Perfect Storm Hit Montreal
On this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman pay tribute to Claude Lemieux following his sudden passing. The guys unpack the surgical play of the Carolina Hurricanes as they push the Montreal Canadiens to the brink of elimination (5:00). They talk about a league memo...
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The House Always Sweeps
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Vegas Golden Knights sweeping the Colorado Avalanche in four games while crowning themselves as Western Conference Champs in the process. They focus their attention on the Eastern Conference Final between the...
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Mile High Angst
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Vegas Golden Knights taking a 3-0 grip on the Western Conference Final over the Colorado Avalanche. Elliotte provides an update on the Nashville Predators GM search (17:00). The fellas check-in on the scuttlebutt in...
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You’re on the First Floor!?
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by revisiting Montreal's domination over Carolina in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final. They also unpack Game 1 from the Western Conference Final between the Golden Knights and Avalanche (13:30). Elliotte runs through...
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The Coaches They Are A-Changin'
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin with the Vancouver Canucks letting go of head coach Adam Foote. The coaching discussions continue with the Vegas Golden Knights as they seem reluctant to allow Bruce Cassidy to interview with other teams (10:30). In New...
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Pressure, Punishment, and Presidents
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast by previewing Game 7 between the Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres. The guys also dive into the NHL sanctioning the Vegas Golden Knights as a result of flagrant violations of the 2026 Stanley Cup…
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Stuff Is Insane
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast by unpacking the firing of Kris Knoblauch by the Edmonton Oilers and the pursuit of Bruce Cassidy as his replacement. The boys then react to the Vancouver Canucks hiring the Sedin twins as CoPOHO's and Ryan...
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Buffalo Benson’s First Beer
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by unpacking the Edmonton Oilers messy coaching situation after asking for permission to interview Bruce Cassidy. The fellas then switch to Vancouver as it appears Ryan Johnson and the Sedin twins are set to take over the...
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Sweep Sweep
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by reacting to the Montreal Canadiens 6-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres in Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead. They then shift gears to the late game Sunday evening between the Vegas Golden Knights and Anaheim Ducks (22:41)....
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First Time? No. Not Our First Time.
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down Thursday night's Game 3 tilt between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Philadelphia Flyers. The fellas talk about John Chayka's upcoming meeting with Leafs Head Coach Craig Berube (14:30) before unpacking the latest…
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Luck, Leverage, and What Comes Next
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast by reacting to the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the NHL Draft Lottery with only 8.5% odds. They also talk about the San Jose Sharks winning 2nd overall and their outlook after moving up in the draft (12:11). They...
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A Conversation with Chayka and Sundin
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman sits down with the newest members of the Leafs' front office, John Chayka and Mats Sundin. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at [email protected] or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail....
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Stank Friedman.
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin with the Canadiens outlasting the Lightning to advance to the second round. They look ahead to Buffalo-Montreal in the second round (17:46). They talk about Game 1 between Colorado and Minnesota (26:30). They break down…
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Upsets and Aftermaths
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast by breaking down the Oilers exit from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the hand of the Anaheim Ducks. That makes way for the heavyweight bout of the 1st round as the Minnesota Wild knockout the Dallas Stars...
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Staving Season
This edition of 32 Thoughts with Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman opens with a tribute to our colleague and friend John Garrett. The guys then delve into all the playoff action from Tuesday night: Oilers vs Ducks (10:00) Sabres vs Bruins (21:00) Stars vs Wild (28:10) Kyle and Elliotte dive…
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Good Goal. Questionable Process.
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all the Stanley Cup Playoff action from Sunday: Oilers vs Ducks (1:00) Canadiens vs Lightning (16:30) Sabres vs Bruins (28:41) Kings vs Avalanche (34:07) The Final Thought focuses on the front office searches in...
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Diving Into the Latest Playoff Action
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all the Stanley Cup Playoff action from Thursday: Senators vs Hurricanes (1:00) Sabres vs Bruins (10:30) Kings vs Avalanche (17:00) Kyle and Elliotte run through the latest notes from the front office vacancies for…
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Break Glass in Case of Stanley Cup Playoffs
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all the Stanley Cup Playoff action from Monday and Tuesday: Canadiens vs Lightning (1:45) Oilers vs Ducks (7:30) Senators vs Hurricanes (12:00) Mammoth vs Golden Knights (29:53) Sabres vs Bruins (34:00) Stars vs Wild...
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A Weekend That Set the Tone
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all the Stanley Cup Playoff action from Sunday night: Canadiens vs Lightning (4:36) Sabres vs Bruins (14:20) Mammoth vs Golden Knights (21:25) Kings vs Avalanche (30:06) In this second segment Kyle and Elliotte break...
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Who’s Out, Who’s In: The Full Breakdown
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down all 16 teams that have missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs and what lays ahead for all of them: New Jersey (1:00) Toronto (11:00) Nashville (24:00) Vancouver (29:00) Chicago (35:00) Calgary (41:30) Rangers (45:30) Seattle...