32 Thoughts: The Podcast

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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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Friday · 1 hr 16 min
The New Cap Era
Kyle and Elliotte discuss the piece on Matthew Mayich, Connor Hellebuyck’s status, Shawn Horcoff’s arrival in Detroit, and Dylan Larkin’s reaction to his trade request becoming public. The guys also dive into Ryan Leonard’s new deal, the new cap era, Adam Fantilli’s contract situation, and Nikita Kucherov’s comments on the state of hockey before wrapping up with the Final Thought.
Monday · 1 hr 29 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.
September 10 · 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.
August 25 · 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.
July 13 · 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.
July 6 · 4 hr 21 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.
June 29 · 1 hr 42 min
The Picks Are In
Kyle and Elliotte open by spotlighting Luke Prokop’s upcoming documentary before running through the latest on Jason Robertson, Zach Werenski, Dylan Larkin, Pavel Dorofeyev, and trade discussions involving Winnipeg and Buffalo. They also cover Washington’s additions of Alex Tuch and Jordan Kyrou, updates on Darnell Nurse and Vincent Trocheck, Vancouver drafting Caleb Malhotra, and the NHL’s adjustments to the decentralized draft.
June 26 · 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.
June 22 · 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.
June 15 · 1 hr 7 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.
June 12 · 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.
June 10 · 1 hr 26 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.
June 7 · 56 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.
June 5 · 1 hr 19 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.
June 3 · 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.
May 29 · 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.
May 27 · 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.
May 25 · 1 hr 18 min
Mile High Angst
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.
May 22 · 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.
May 20 · 1 hr 21 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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