Episode notes
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.
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.
More from 32 Thoughts: The Podcast
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
7 Jun 2026 · 57 min
Sin City Insanity
Kyle and Elliotte begin by reacting react to the Carolina erasing a four-goal deficit, only for Vegas to come away victorious in double overtime of Game 3. Then the guys discuss an intriguing candidate in the Toronto Maple Leafs' head coaching search, along with an update on names involved in the Los Angeles Kings coach hiring process. The Final focuses on the NHL Draft Combine back in Buffalo and listener questions in the Thought Line.
-
5 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
To Challenge or Not to Challenge?
Kyle and Elliotte begin with Carolina’s stunning Game 2 comeback against Vegas before diving into Dylan Larkin’s trade request and major questions facing the Oilers. They also provide updates on the coaching searches in Edmonton, Los Angeles, and Toronto, along with news surrounding the sale of the Barrie Colts. The episode closes with reactions to the NHL Awards.
-
8 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 47 minNew
Jetting Out of the Starting Gates
Kyle and Elliotte discuss the most impressive Canadian team to start the season, the Oilers’ dominant win over Anaheim, and Evan Bouchard’s 100-point potential. The guys also react to Alex Ovechkin’s retirement announcement, discuss struggles in Calgary and Detroit, and touch on Alexander Nikishin, Gavin McKenna’s first NHL goal, and the Brandon Montour-Mark Stone tussle.
-
5 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 18 min
Under the Hood in Detroit
Kyle and Elliotte discuss Simon Edvinsson’s trade request, the Battle of Ontario, and the Sharks’ plans as Macklin Celebrini approaches the end of his ELC. The guys also dive into Sasha Barkov’s injury, the Flames’ rebuild, white goalie glove webbing, and the Oilers’ search for depth forwards before looking at the teams making the best first impressions.
-
1 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
Marchenk-T.O.
Kyle and Elliotte break down the Maple Leafs’ trade for Marchenko and the latest surrounding Dylan Larkin and the Red Wings. The guys also discuss Alexander Nikishin, the Penguins’ season-opening rout of the Flyers, Jared Bednar’s extension, the Canucks-Oilers barn-burner, and Thomas Chabot being named captain in Ottawa.
-
29 Sep 2026 · 27 min
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.
Take it with you
The Melo app keeps playing with the screen off, works in the car and on your watch, wakes you to your station, and browses the whole catalogue offline. Free, no ads, no account.
