32 Thoughts: The Podcast

Kyle and Elliotte discuss the end of Connor Hellebuyck’s team-ordered suspension, the latest with Dylan Larkin and Detroit, and the Leafs’ search for blueline help. The guys also look at Connor McDavid’s historic scoring pace, revisit Kyle’s Kings playoff prediction, get into Nikita Zadorov’s situation in Boston, and examine the NHL’s ticket-sale struggles.

Kyle and Elliotte discuss Alex DeBrincat’s extension in Detroit, the latest NHL action, and the Rangers scouting goaltenders. The guys also break down the Leafs’ road trip, the Oilers’ defensive play, Rick Bowness calling out Columbus players, Philadelphia’s struggles, Connor Hellebuyck’s status, and Matt Dumba’s retirement before highlighting Cassie Campbell-Pascall’s new book.

Kyle and Elliotte react to a busy Thanksgiving Saturday night, including the Leafs’ win over Colorado and Friedge getting “Sensed” online. The guys also discuss the Canadiens’ reception for Dylan Larkin, struggles in Philadelphia, Chicago, and Calgary, key goalie updates, the Tkachuk brothers practising together, and the NHL’s push for more colourful helmets.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kyle and Elliotte break down the Canadiens-Maple Leafs preseason matchup, provide an update on Adam Fantilli, and discuss whether GMs are rethinking trade protection. The guys also look ahead to the Board of Governors meetings and the NHL’s looming expansion conversation before revealing a potential change to the podcast in the Final Thought.