32 Thoughts: The Podcast

Kyle and Elliotte begin with Vegas hiring John Tortorella before diving into the tight Eastern Conference playoff race and Philadelphia’s moves with Porter Martone and Trevor Zegras. They also discuss tension in Ottawa, Kyle’s trip to St. Louis, and the Western Conference race, along with topics like Gavin McKenna, ABS in hockey, and leadership in St. Louis. The episode wraps with a Final Thought on the Leafs and Ducks meeting again after the Gudas hit on Auston Matthews.

Kyle and Elliotte discuss the Oilers trending toward sustainability and the uncertainty across the Pacific Division, before looking ahead to key offseason decisions and the Eastern Conference playoff race. They also touch on Kucherov’s Hart case, Detroit as a team to watch, James Hagens signing in Boston, and Elliotte’s trip to Buffalo where Lindy Ruff is thriving. The episode wraps with more goalie interference debate and a Final Thought on PWHL player salaries becoming public.

Kyle and Elliotte begin with AJ Greer’s suspension and ongoing confusion around goalie interference, before touching on Toronto–Ottawa, the Islanders staying alive in the playoff race, and Anaheim’s win over Buffalo. They also discuss storylines around James Hagens, Anton Lundell, Berube’s mindset, and San Jose’s surprising push with Macklin Celebrini entering the MVP conversation. The episode wraps with McDavid calling out his coach, Nashville’s strong weekend, potential CHL rule changes, and a Final Thought on Elliotte’s travel saga.

Kyle and Elliotte begin with a travel mishap before diving into tightening playoff races across the NHL, highlighted by Columbus holding a playoff spot and Edmonton’s disappointing loss to Florida. They also touch on Brady Tkachuk lifting Ottawa into the race, heated playoff format debates at the GM meetings, Auston Matthews’ MCL surgery, and Nashville’s ongoing GM search. The episode wraps with discussions on player safety, where goalie interference remains the league’s most contentious issue.

Kyle and Elliotte begin with Leon Draisaitl’s injury after a hit from Ozzy Wiesblatt and the Oilers’ response, before discussing Connor McDavid’s comments on player safety and what Gary Bettman might address at the upcoming Board of Governors meetings. They also look at World Cup host cities on the agenda, the latest goalie interference controversy, Dave Alter’s reporting streak ending, Mason McTavish’s healthy scratch, and Montreal’s difficult weekend with Jacob Fowler still impressing. The episode also touches on Bobby McMann’s hot start in Seattle, the playoff races tightening, Dan Muse entering the Coach of the Year discussion, Celebrini’s Hart candidacy, and closes with Cole Hutson signing in Washington.

Kyle and Elliotte open with Auston Matthews taking a knee-on-knee from Radko Gudas and the lack of response from Toronto, before discussing Brad Treliving’s uncertain future and tightening playoff races across the league. They also touch on Nashville’s GM search, the Hart Trophy debate, Nathan MacKinnon’s controversial goaltender interference call, Connor Bedard’s big night against Utah, and Nick Schmaltz’s new deal. The episode wraps with updates on Ottawa’s draft-pick ruling, Montreal surging in the Atlantic behind Jacob Fowler, and a Final Thought on the Canucks for Kids Telethon.

Kyle and Elliotte recap a chaotic NHL weekend, highlighted by Buffalo and Tampa’s 8–7 shootout, Nazem Kadri’s big return, and controversy around Matt Barzal’s hit on Macklin Celebrini. They also examine Winnipeg slipping in the standings, Edmonton’s statement win over Vegas, and the uncertainty surrounding the Golden Knights without Alex Pietrangelo’s leadership. The episode closes with trade ripple effects around the league and a tribute to the late Troy Murray.

Kyle and Elliotte break down the biggest storylines heading into trade deadline week, including Stamkos’ status, continued chatter around O’Reilly, Thomas, and Binnington, and Toronto’s potential shift toward selling. They explore uncertainty in Vancouver, Calgary’s stance on Kadri, Seattle’s hunt for a star, and Buffalo’s fascinating options. The episode wraps with a Final Thought on Jim Hiller’s departure in Los Angeles.

Kyle and Elliotte break down a buyers’ market developing ahead of the trade deadline, with sellers cautious and asking prices high across the league. They examine trade chatter involving Buffalo, Vancouver, St. Louis, Calgary, Seattle’s aggressive pursuit of Panarin, and multiple teams weighing key roster decisions. The episode wraps with a Final Thought directed at the U.S. women’s hockey team.

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman recap a sensational gold medal final between Canada and the United States, highlighting Connor Hellebuyck’s standout performance and how Canada processes a tough loss. They discuss Jack Hughes’ heroics, how close Sidney Crosby was to playing, other injury updates, and give credit to Auston Matthews, while also examining the state of officiating at the Games. The episode closes with their favorite memories from Milano-Cortina, a note on the trade freeze lifting, and final Olympic shoutouts.