Episodes

  • The Coaches They Are A-Changin'
    May 20 2026

    In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin with the Vancouver Canucks letting go of head coach Adam Foote. The coaching discussions continue with the Vegas Golden Knights as they seem reluctant to allow Bruce Cassidy to interview with other teams (10:30). In New Jersey, Sheldon Keefe keeps his job under new boss Sunny Mehta (24:00). The fellas check in on Boone Jenner and Charlie Coyle in Columbus (31:00). The Final Thought looks ahead to the Conference Finals matchups in the Stanley Cup Playoffs (34:30).

    Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in The Thought Line (1:00:33).

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    Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

    This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Pressure, Punishment, and Presidents
    May 18 2026

    In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast by previewing Game 7 between the Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres. The guys also dive into the NHL sanctioning the Vegas Golden Knights as a result of flagrant violations of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Media Regulations (19:00). They talk about the Toronto Maple Leafs parting ways with assistant general managers Brandon Pridham and Derek Clancey (28:30). The Final Thought focuses on the Nashville Predators GM search (34:00).

    Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in The Thought Line (47:51).

    In the final segment newly appointed "CoPoHo" of the Vancouver Canucks, Henrik Sedin joins Kyle and Elliotte for an interview (1:09:17).

    Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.

    Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

    This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Stuff Is Insane
    May 15 2026

    In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast by unpacking the firing of Kris Knoblauch by the Edmonton Oilers and the pursuit of Bruce Cassidy as his replacement. The boys then react to the Vancouver Canucks hiring the Sedin twins as CoPOHO's and Ryan Johnson as GM (20:00). They talk about the Maple Leafs letting go of Craig Berube as their head coach and who could be his replacement (38:30). Kyle and Elliotte talk about Macklin Celebrini retaining the captaincy for Team Canada at the IIHF Worlds (41:30). They talk about Matthew Schaefer winning the Calder Trophy for Rookie of the Year (48:00). The Final Thought focuses on the Philadelphia Flyers locker cleanout day (50:00).

    In the second segment Kyle and Elliotte analyze Game 5 between the Sabres and Canadiens (53:30). They also break down the Vegas Golden Knights eliminating the Anaheim Ducks in Game 6 (1:15:30). They talk about the Avs finishing off the Wild in five games (1:21:00).

    Today we highlight Montreal's The Liquor Store and their track Too Fine To Ignore. Check their music out here.

    Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.

    Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

    This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Buffalo Benson’s First Beer
    May 13 2026

    In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by unpacking the Edmonton Oilers messy coaching situation after asking for permission to interview Bruce Cassidy. The fellas then switch to Vancouver as it appears Ryan Johnson and the Sedin twins are set to take over the hockey operations department (15:00). Kyle and Elliotte talk about Chayka and Sundin trying to meet with Matthews and other players (23:00). The guys talk about Charlie Coyle extending with the Columbus Blue Jackets (25:00). Kyle and Elliotte analyze game 4 between the Sabres and Canadiens (34:00), game 5 between the Ducks and Golden Knights (41:00), and game 4 between the Wild and Avs (47:00). The boys wrap the segment talking about Macklin Celebrini being named captain of team Canada at the IIHF Worlds (54:00).

    In the second segment Elliotte sits down with Habs goaltending phenom Jakub Dobes for a one on one interview (56:18).

    Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.

    Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

    This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Sweep Sweep
    May 11 2026

    In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by reacting to the Montreal Canadiens 6-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres in Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead. They then shift gears to the late game Sunday evening between the Vegas Golden Knights and Anaheim Ducks (22:41). Elliotte calls for an end to the "Marner discourse" (28:29). The fellas look back to Saturday night's tilt between the Avs and Wild (31:45) before delving into the Carolina Hurricanes sweeping the Philadelphia Flyers (39:30). The Final Thought focuses on the Vancouver Canucks front office search and the possibility of the Sedin twins moving up the ranks (54:20).

    Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in The Thoughtline (1:00:44).

    Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.

    Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

    This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • First Time? No. Not Our First Time.
    May 8 2026

    In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down Thursday night's Game 3 tilt between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Philadelphia Flyers. The fellas talk about John Chayka's upcoming meeting with Leafs Head Coach Craig Berube (14:30) before unpacking the latest news from the Vancouver Canucks front office search (22:38). Elliotte also provides an update on Nashville's search (26:23).

    Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (32:54).

    In the last segment the guys talk about Wednesday night's action between the Sabres and Canadiens (52:00) and the Ducks and Golden Knights (57:40). The podcast wraps with an interview between Elliotte, Shane Doan, and Josh Doan (1:04:30).

    Today we're highlighting Surrey, BC's MARZIA and her track ORDINARY. Check out her music here.

    Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.

    Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

    This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • Luck, Leverage, and What Comes Next
    May 6 2026

    In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast by reacting to the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the NHL Draft Lottery with only 8.5% odds. They also talk about the San Jose Sharks winning 2nd overall and their outlook after moving up in the draft (12:11). They also talk about Vancouver moving down two spots and Jim Rutherford announcing he will step aside after their incoming GM hire (14:38). The guys circle back to Toronto to discuss the aftermath of the Chayka/Sundin introductory press conference (22:40). Elliotte adds notes on Seattle's and Florida's picks being in play and a possible extension for Hedman in Tampa Bay (33:00). The Final Thought focuses on Game 2 between the Avalanche and Wild (37:10).

    In this second segment, Kyle and Elliotte react to Monday night's action between the Flyers and Hurricanes (44:26), and the Ducks and Golden Knights (49:54).

    In the final segment the guys look ahead to Habs-Sabres (56:02).

    Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.

    Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

    This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • A Conversation with Chayka and Sundin
    May 4 2026

    In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman sits down with the newest members of the Leafs' front office, John Chayka and Mats Sundin.

    Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.

    Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

    This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

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    26 mins