Episode notes
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.
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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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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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 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 47 min
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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28 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 17 min
Business Before the Business
Kyle and Elliotte discuss the NHL’s unfinished business entering the regular season, including the rising salary cap estimate, Alexander Nikishin’s situation in Carolina, and the Oilers’ search for a right-shot centre. The guys also touch on Nikita Kucherov’s contract, notable goalies on waivers, the Flyers’ Trevor Zegras tribute, and the Hurricanes’ Cup rings before predicting the division winners.
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25 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 24 min
Don't Tuck Your Shirt In
Kyle and Elliotte discuss the future of the NHL salary cap, a major speed bump toward expansion, and Adam Fantilli’s new contract extension. The guys also check in on Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson, and Alexander Nikishin before sharing their preseason observations and discussing the league’s equipment crackdown.
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