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1. 

   14 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 30 min

   Deadlines Spur Action

   Kyle and Elliotte discuss the new CBA deadline, Chris Kreider’s move to Montreal, and why winning can be one of the NHL’s best recruiting tools. The guys also answer your emails and voicemails in the Thought Line before featuring exclusive interviews with Zach Werenski, Jake Sanderson, and Jack Hughes.

2. 

   10 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

   Big Names, Big Thoughts

   Kyle and Elliotte unpack their interviews with Quinn Hughes, Brady Tkachuk, and Zach Werenski before discussing Alex Formenton’s new deal in Edmonton and the latest on Connor Hellebuyck and Winnipeg. They also touch on Chris Kreider’s contract termination and the Detroit GM search, with exclusive interviews featuring Quinn Hughes, Brady Tkachuk, Conor McDavid, and Sidney Crosby.

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   25 Aug 2026 · 50 min

   Surprise!

   Kyle and Elliotte open with potential NHL expansion into Texas and Georgia before examining the uncertainty surrounding Detroit and the changing landscape of NHL contracts ahead of the CBA deadline. They discuss the futures of Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes, Elliotte’s theory on Erik Karlsson landing in Toronto, and wrap up with reflections from their summer break.

4. 

   13 Jul 2026 · 37 min

   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.

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   6 Jul 2026 · 4 hr 22 min

   32 Final Thoughts

   In this season finale of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman take one final lap around the NHL by breaking down all 32 teams before heading into the summer break. From offseason priorities and roster questions to front office decisions and storylines to watch, the guys put a bow on every club’s 2025-26 season. They also answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM before wrapping up another season of the podcast.

6. 

   26 Jun 2026 · 2 hr 25 min

   Robertson-less in Seattle

   Kyle and Elliotte begin with Jason Robertson declining a massive offer from Seattle before covering the latest on Mason McTavish, the Blues’ draft plans, Toronto, Zach Werenski, Alexander Nikishin, Bo Byram, Vancouver, Calgary, Mike Babcock, and potential NHL expansion to Texas. They then welcome Jason Bukala and Sam Cosentino for an in-depth NHL Draft preview, answer listener questions in the Thought Line, and close with an interview featuring Buffalo Sabres GM Jarmo Kekäläinen.

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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.