Episode notes
Kyle and Elliotte begin with Vegas taking full control of the Western Conference Final before discussing Nashville’s GM search and the latest speculation around Auston Matthews in Toronto. They also preview a pivotal Game 3 between Carolina and Montreal with the series tied 1–1. The episode closes with listener questions and an interview featuring Mike Matheson.
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32 Thoughts: The Podcast
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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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.
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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.
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3 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 10 min
Category 5 Hockey
Kyle and Elliotte begin by breaking down an entertaining Game 1 between Carolina and Vegas before discussing Nashville hiring Chris MacFarland as GM. They also cover Gary Bettman’s future, the NHL’s new All-Star format, Bruce Cassidy’s situation, and the coaching searches in Toronto and Los Angeles. The Final Thought focuses on Manny Malhotra’s hiring in Vancouver and listener questions in the Thought Line.
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29 May 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
The Perfect Storm Hit Montreal
Kyle and Elliotte open with a tribute to Claude Lemieux before discussing Carolina taking control of the Eastern Conference Final against Montreal. They also touch on a new NHL trade memo, the upcoming Draft Combine, coaching updates in Vancouver and Toronto, and the increasingly public Bruce Cassidy situation in Vegas.
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27 May 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
The House Always Sweeps
Kyle and Elliotte begin with Vegas sweeping Colorado to win the West before previewing a pivotal Game 4 between Montreal and Carolina. They also discuss Malkin re-signing with Pittsburgh, the Marlies’ playoff run, standout performances at the IIHF Worlds, and the Montreal Victoire winning the Walter Cup. The episode closes with Elliotte’s shoutouts.
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22 May 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
You’re on the First Floor!?
Kyle and Elliotte open with Montreal’s Game 1 win over Carolina before breaking down Game 1 of Golden Knights–Avalanche. They then discuss ongoing coaching vacancies and offseason direction for Buffalo and Anaheim. The episode closes with notes on Simon Nemec, Mario Ferraro, and Dan Vladar.
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20 May 2026 · 1 hr 22 min
The Coaches They Are A-Changin'
Kyle and Elliotte open with Vancouver parting ways with Adam Foote before discussing Vegas’ handling of Bruce Cassidy’s future and Sheldon Keefe staying on in New Jersey. They also touch on Columbus storylines involving Boone Jenner and Charlie Coyle. The episode wraps with a look ahead to the Conference Finals.
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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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