32 Thoughts: The Podcast

Gear We Go Again

In this episode of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begins with dedications to Kevin Dineen and Carla MacLeod following their cancer diagnoses. Kyle unpacks Matthews and McDavid’s surprising equipment switches (5:00). They break down Auston Matthews snapping his goal drought in a 7–2 win over the Penguins (10:00) and debate who should claim the final two spots on Canada’s Olympic roster (23:27). The guys revisit the growing Ducks–Blackhawks rivalry (25:59), the questionable calls involving Bedard and Quinn Hughes, and why younger NHL stars need more leeway from officials (28:41). They hit on Mike Matheson’s new five-year deal in Montreal and the shrinking defence UFA class (34:13), Edmonton’s stance on upgrading from Stuart Skinner (43:03), Doug Armstrong’s aggressive work in St. Louis (47:22), and an incredible play from Kyle Palmieri (49:18). Plus, thoughts on Dan Vladar’s strong run in Philadelphia (56:18), Vancouver’s roster questions (57:12). The final thought focuses on how this year’s condensed schedule is grinding players down (1:02:06). Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (1:09:25). Today we highlight Calgary based band BETABOYS and their track Alone in Paradise. Check them out here. [https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fbetaboysband&data=05%7C02%7CDominicSramaty%40Sportsnet650.ca%7C1629f5f35370439cbdf308de308ddb33%7C0ab4cbbf4bc74826b52ca14fed5286b9%7C0%7C0%7C639001583008459529%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HEMLdOMmTP4hnWPfVWShqS531%2B9X02uprPL7NypbzsU%3D&reserved=0] Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0E18QcH0hcRkFh9bOMcSx4?si=RVVdAqo2RBuX86M3_IQsLA] 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

A Lot of TBD at American Thanksgiving

In this edition of 32 Thoughts The Podcast, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast by unpacking the Edmonton Oilers' woes as they crumbled 8-3 against the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night. The discussion moves to the thriving Ottawa Senators as they get Brady Tkachuk back into the lineup (21:55). Kyle and Elliotte talk about the Calgary Flames who extended GM Craig Conroy (30:00). They talk about the Canucks winning a big game in Anaheim after management sent that memo out (33:16). The fellas focus on the Craig Berube-William Nylander dynamic in Toronto (35:00). The Final Thought focuses on the juggernaut Colorado Avalanche and their successful focus on defence (47:30).  Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (52:38). Today we highlight Toronto rock musician Keegan Powell and his track Drown. Check his music out here. [https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fartist%2F4MTc2fvvFWmYZ9kfKm9PKb&data=05%7C02%7CDominicSramaty%40Sportsnet650.ca%7Ce587cdd55f2247e5d0a408de2df98f67%7C0ab4cbbf4bc74826b52ca14fed5286b9%7C0%7C0%7C638998747043635283%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=m1Oh0iypLP%2BZkOex6SQJ5NyhWEKURvRT85bbiEIlnL0%3D&reserved=0] Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0E18QcH0hcRkFh9bOMcSx4?si=RVVdAqo2RBuX86M3_IQsLA] Donate to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation here. [https://www.heartandstroke.ca/donations?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19975859994&gbraid=0AAAAApX5ZT6Ka33YvtwU7iHlJK1oWDb3f&gclid=CjwKCAiAt8bIBhBpEiwAzH1w6W9PW2RVjOcADS1JLxD7WSR4YtS5fKW564wxPuMUfJqaAavo4bzNgRoCi08QAvD_BwE] 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

Woah Canada

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with the growing concern around several struggling Canadian teams, especially in Toronto, where the pressure is creeping into the room and the trade options are limited. The guys discuss Montreal signing Alexandre Texier (17:30), Vancouver’s loss to Calgary, and why the Canucks are poised to become rumour central as they gauge the market on their players (19:46). They dig into the Flames’ dilemma between avoiding a rebuild and handling players who may want out, plus reaction to Don Maloney’s recent comments (23:54). The fellas touch on Edmonton’s hard-earned road win in Florida (37:26), Minnesota’s sudden defensive surge with back-to-back shutouts (47:12), and a shoutout to Ottawa (47:41). Elliotte shares a note about Pittsburgh’s goalies being potentially available (49:37), checks in on Andrei Svechnikov’s trade availability (52:54), and provides an update on the NHL/NHLPA’s Milan arena visit (58:35). The Final Thought focuses on Mikko Rantanen’s one-game suspension for his hit on Matt Coronato (1:04:05). Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (1:10:33). Today we highlight Toronto emo power pop band Heavy Sweater and their track X-Ray. Check them out here. [https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fartist%2F6l2bnbZ74Eh6UJOrdfSmRG&data=05%7C02%7CDominicSramaty%40Sportsnet650.ca%7C8b3759d2e2924a46262c08de2ab7cb75%7C0ab4cbbf4bc74826b52ca14fed5286b9%7C0%7C0%7C638995166051025378%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=yPSQo4yzEjg7C8ytcVexd0POtRDgBwc4sEcBGkcPCtA%3D&reserved=0] Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0E18QcH0hcRkFh9bOMcSx4?si=RVVdAqo2RBuX86M3_IQsLA] Donate to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation here. [https://www.heartandstroke.ca/donations?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19975859994&gbraid=0AAAAApX5ZT6Ka33YvtwU7iHlJK1oWDb3f&gclid=CjwKCAiAt8bIBhBpEiwAzH1w6W9PW2RVjOcADS1JLxD7WSR4YtS5fKW564wxPuMUfJqaAavo4bzNgRoCi08QAvD_BwE] 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

32 Jinxes

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with the struggling Edmonton Oilers heading into Sunrise and why their goaltending remains the biggest issue under the microscope. The fellas look at Montreal’s 8–4 loss to Washington and similar concerns in net (12:38) before shifting to Nashville and whether it’s time for the Predators to consider selling pieces (19:09). Elliotte gives the Avalanche their flowers (24:07). They discuss Matthew Schaefer being placed on the Olympic drug-testing protocol and whether he fits on Team Canada (30:58), as well as Connor Bedard earning an ‘A’ in Chicago and the debate around bringing him to the Olympics (38:23). The guys touch on Adam Lowry’s extension in Winnipeg (44:53), Brad Lambert receiving permission to seek a trade (49:49), and Ottawa aiming for a home-run swing on the market (55:20). The Final Thought highlights Alex Ovechkin and a Capitals team that’s heating up (57:52). Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (1:05:26). Today we highlight Toronto-based band Heaven For Real and their song Unltd. Time. Check them out here [https://found.ee/heavenforreal_whodiedmadeyouthedream]. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0E18QcH0hcRkFh9bOMcSx4?si=RVVdAqo2RBuX86M3_IQsLA] Donate to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation here. [https://www.heartandstroke.ca/donations?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19975859994&gbraid=0AAAAApX5ZT6Ka33YvtwU7iHlJK1oWDb3f&gclid=CjwKCAiAt8bIBhBpEiwAzH1w6W9PW2RVjOcADS1JLxD7WSR4YtS5fKW564wxPuMUfJqaAavo4bzNgRoCi08QAvD_BwE] 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

From Kempe to Chaos

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with Adrian Kempe’s extension talks before shifting to the growing conversation around Tage Thompson and why Buffalo has no interest in moving him (7:37). The guys look at a tough week of injuries across the league, including Sam Honzek and Jack Hughes’ freak incident (11:04). They discuss the NHL and NHLPA’s upcoming visit to Milan to monitor Olympic rink construction (20:49). They explore whether Andrew Brunette is feeling pressure in Nashville (26:29), Toronto’s five-game slide and how different the Blackhawks and Connor Bedard look under Jeff Blashill (30:23), and Hockey Canada’s hesitation about taking Schaefer, Bedard, and Celebrini to Milan (38:47). The Leafs’ search for roster-for-roster trades comes up (46:45), as does Vancouver winning the David Kämpf sweepstakes while Montreal hunts for a stop-gap centre (56:31). Elliotte also breaks down Mark Scheifele’s misconduct after a hot mic caught his comments (1:04:41), plus the chaos between the Rangers and Red Wings following an empty-net goal after time expired (1:08:05). The Final Thought spotlights the Dallas Stars’ Hall of Fame Weekend (1:13:25). Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (1:33:14). Today we highlight Vancouver-based electronic-indie duo Carbon Mass and their single Impulse. Check them out here. [https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcarbonmass.lnk.to%2Frbyb&data=05%7C02%7CDominicSramaty%40Sportsnet650.ca%7C17acf90ab9b74bc9762d08de2557933d%7C0ab4cbbf4bc74826b52ca14fed5286b9%7C0%7C0%7C638989255216766198%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=AciA4Q7UT2xaSxiDqTLl4iPi%2FOLQRJtOAMDZ0RRS7nc%3D&reserved=0] Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0E18QcH0hcRkFh9bOMcSx4?si=RVVdAqo2RBuX86M3_IQsLA] Donate to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation here. [https://www.heartandstroke.ca/donations?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19975859994&gbraid=0AAAAApX5ZT6Ka33YvtwU7iHlJK1oWDb3f&gclid=CjwKCAiAt8bIBhBpEiwAzH1w6W9PW2RVjOcADS1JLxD7WSR4YtS5fKW564wxPuMUfJqaAavo4bzNgRoCi08QAvD_BwE] 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