32 Thoughts: The Podcast

Talking to Ownership in Their Language

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down what was said by MLSE leadership in the days following Brad Treliving’s departure and why this shift is about more than just the GM (25:01). They discuss early candidates for the GM role and Elliotte’s theory on how the Quinn Hughes situation could influence how players like Auston Matthews approach their futures (30:50). Elliotte also shares a story about how he heard the news of Treliving’s firing (35:30), while the guys touch on Nashville’s ongoing GM search, including upcoming in-person interviews (40:00). Elliotte unpacks the playoff races after a busy night of key-NHL action (43:45). They also get into tension in Ottawa following comments on the Tkachuk brothers’ podcast (50:31), Kyle Connor’s KFC commercial (1:05:49), and the Final Thought on Owen Michaels signing with the Oilers out of Western Michigan (1:07:14). Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:14:04). Today we highlight indie artists from Victoria BC, Door d'Or and their track Fibre Optics. Check their music out here. [https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fartist%2F7rB5vRxxS5V8PpQybo3ip9&data=05%7C02%7CDominicSramaty%40Sportsnet650.ca%7Ca8229cb9e92e46439ed508de90efbace%7C0ab4cbbf4bc74826b52ca14fed5286b9%7C0%7C0%7C639107556465517625%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VokF7VCEn0zmPPXLlMcel9LWKCHHig69oMfxYvaGrpg%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

This Town Is a Make You Town

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Vegas Golden Knights making a coaching change, bringing in John Tortorella. They break down the chaotic playoff race in the Eastern Conference (23:48), before touching on Porter Martone signing with Philadelphia and ongoing extension talks between Trevor Zegras and the Flyers (28:30). The guys also discuss tension between Travis Green and Linus Ullmark (36:30), Kyle’s visit to St. Louis (42:30), and the tight Western Conference playoff race (49:30), including whether Jake Neighbours could be the next captain of the Blues (51:00). They also get into Gavin McKenna’s potential participation for Canada at the Worlds (53:00), reaction to ABS in baseball and whether it could translate to hockey (56:15), and a Final Thought on the Ducks and Leafs meeting again following the Radko Gudas hit on Auston Matthews (1:04:20) Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:10:05). 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

Everybody Ropes Everybody Rides

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman look at the Oilers showing signs of something sustainable with strong underlying numbers, while the Pacific Division remains wide open. They discuss looming offseason questions around figures like Adam Foote, Auston Matthews, and Brady Tkachuk (10:30), along with the tightening playoff race in the Eastern Conference (13:30) and the growing consensus around Nikita Kucherov as the Hart Trophy favorite (17:09). Elliotte also shares why he’s keeping a close eye on Detroit (20:31), touches on Bruins prospect James Hagens signing an ATO (27:30), and reflects on a recent trip to Buffalo where Lindy Ruff is thriving in his return behind the bench (34:00). The guys also revisit goalie interference discussions following Elliotte's call with the league (51:00), and the Final Thought focuses on newly revealed PWHL player salary details (1:01:50) Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:07:57). In this episode we highlight Edmonton rock band Royal Tusk and their song ARMISTICE. Check their music out here. [https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbfan.link%2Farmistice&data=05%7C02%7CDominicSramaty%40Sportsnet650.ca%7Cdabf30c7c7044d6dfaed08de8b70785a%7C0ab4cbbf4bc74826b52ca14fed5286b9%7C0%7C0%7C639101512331347616%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gEL4uvjtuL9oNm911FFYTAxA9%2FO4hrDRoEZNSj%2ByOqs%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

We Just Want Clarity

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to AJ Greer’s three-game suspension for boarding Connor Zary, while continued confusion around goaltender interference sparks calls for clearer definition from the NHL (17:00). Kyle shares takeaways from Toronto vs. Ottawa, including concerns about Senators fans selling tickets to opposing supporters (30:30), while the Islanders hang on in a key playoff race (45:00) and the Ducks outlast the Sabres (48:00). The guys also dive into questions surrounding James Hagens and the Bruins (49:30), Anton Lundell’s visa situation (53:39), and Craig Berube’s mindset compared to Easton Cowan’s comments (54:40). They discuss San Jose’s surprising push toward the playoffs and the growing MVP case for Macklin Celebrini (59:30), Connor McDavid calling out his coach (1:01:50), Nashville’s big weekend (1:06:50), and potential changes to CHL/AHL eligibility rules for top prospects (1:08:07). The Final Thought circles back to Elliotte addressing his recent travel issues (1:13:24). Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:20:28). 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

No Team Is Safe

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with Elliotte’s travel mishap getting to Vancouver, before diving into a league where every game is starting to feel more meaningful as the playoff races tighten. They discuss the Columbus Blue Jackets holding a playoff spot under Rick Bowness (8:45), Edmonton’s disappointing loss to Florida and Kris Knoblauch’s measured response (13:25), and Brady Tkachuk's heart-to-heart with coach Green leading Ottawa to a big win over the Islanders (16:40). The guys also get into heated discussions from the GM meetings around the NHL playoff format (26:45), Auston Matthews undergoing surgery on his MCL with a lengthy recovery ahead (32:00), and Nashville’s accelerating GM search (35:45). The Final Thought focuses on player safety discussions at the GM meetings, where headshots were addressed but goalie interference proved to be the most contentious topic (37:30). Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (47:02). Today we highlight Hamilton-based singer-songwriter and screen composer Alex Whorms and her track PARANOID! Check her music out here. [https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fartist%2F5hx0matAgNw6vFA3z9an2v&data=05%7C02%7CDominicSramaty%40Sportsnet650.ca%7C0d4217ae387e46b054b908de861e2dc4%7C0ab4cbbf4bc74826b52ca14fed5286b9%7C0%7C0%7C639095661352019782%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hnLv7fWabbX0jYQhF9FQA4QrGuXttnWZ02ZzSJcSGXg%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