Episode notes
Kyle and Elliotte open with Montreal taking control of its series against Buffalo before discussing Golden Knights–Ducks and Elliotte’s thoughts on the ongoing Mitch Marner conversation. They also revisit Avalanche–Wild, react to Carolina sweeping Philadelphia, and discuss Vancouver’s front office search and the Sedins’ future roles.
32 Thoughts: The Podcast
by Sportsnet · English · Sport
Hockey fans already know the name, but this is not the blog. From Sportsnet, 32 Thoughts: The Podcast with NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas is a weekly deep dive into the biggest news and interviews from the hockey world.
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18 May 2026 · 1 hr 39 min
Pressure, Punishment, and Presidents
Kyle and Elliotte preview a pivotal Game 7 between Montreal and Buffalo before discussing the NHL sanctioning Vegas and more front office changes in Toronto. They also touch on Nashville’s GM search and answer listener questions in the Thought Line. The episode closes with an interview featuring Henrik Sedin.
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15 May 2026 · 1 hr 40 min
Stuff Is Insane
Kyle and Elliotte begin with major coaching and front office changes in Edmonton, Vancouver, and Toronto before discussing Celebrini’s leadership role with Team Canada and Schaefer winning the Calder Trophy. They also touch on Philadelphia’s locker cleanout day. The episode closes with playoff breakdowns from Canadiens–Sabres, Golden Knights–Ducks, and Avalanche–Wild.
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13 May 2026 · 1 hr 12 min
Buffalo Benson’s First Beer
Kyle and Elliotte begin with Edmonton’s coaching uncertainty and Vancouver’s evolving front office structure before discussing Toronto’s new leadership group meeting with players. They also touch on Charlie Coyle’s extension and break down multiple playoff series across the league. The episode closes with Macklin Celebrini being named Team Canada captain and an interview with Jakub Dobes.
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8 May 2026 · 1 hr 35 min
First Time? No. Not Our First Time.
Kyle and Elliotte open with Hurricanes–Flyers before discussing Toronto’s front office direction and the latest updates in Vancouver and Nashville. They also answer listener questions in the Thoughtline and recap Sabres–Canadiens and Ducks–Golden Knights. The episode closes with an interview featuring Shane and Josh Doan.
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6 May 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
Luck, Leverage, and What Comes Next
Kyle and Elliotte react to Toronto winning the draft lottery, San Jose moving up, and Vancouver’s front office shift before revisiting the Leafs’ new leadership group. They also touch on league notes including potential pick movement and a Hedman extension, before recapping recent playoff action. The episode closes with a preview of Canadiens–Sabres.
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4 May 2026 · 26 min
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.
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22 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
Another Tkachuk Exodus
Kyle and Elliotte open by unpacking the Brady Tkachuk blockbuster and its potential impact across the league, including how Canadian teams approach American stars. They also discuss Florida’s goaltending situation, revisit recent Leafs news, and provide updates on Mike Babcock, Seattle, Tarasenko, Nichushkin, and Trouba. The episode closes with reflections on Paul Kukla’s legacy and the end of the Hockey Night in Canada-Rogers era.
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15 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Rock Me Like a Stanley Cup Champion
Kyle and Elliotte open with Carolina’s Stanley Cup-clinching victory over Vegas and discuss how the Hurricanes were able to finish the job in six games. They also examine why the Golden Knights faded late in the series and touch on John Tortorella’s future. The episode wraps with a look ahead to the offseason and listener questions in the Thought Line.
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12 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
One Win From Glory
Kyle and Elliotte begin with Carolina moving one win away from the Stanley Cup before discussing Darnell Nurse’s trade request and the latest developments surrounding Mike Babcock and Edmonton. They also touch on comments from Joe Sakic and Seattle’s front office changes. The episode closes with Nikita Kucherov’s Hart Trophy win.
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10 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 27 min
Playing With House Money
Kyle and Elliotte open with Carolina tying the Stanley Cup Final before discussing Mike Babcock’s reported link to the Oilers job and new developments in Toronto’s coaching vacancy. They also cover free agent and roster news involving Alex Tuch, Dylan Larkin, and Mike McCarron. The episode closes with a look at top prospects attending Game 4.
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