32 Thoughts: The Podcast

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast by discussing the unfinished business that is sprinkled around the NHL that still has to be resolved as we enter the regular season. They talk about the cap estimate at $127.5m (12:00). The fellas update the Alexander Nikishin situation with Carolina (14:00). Elliotte talks about the OIlers looking for a right shot centre (19:00). The guys talk a...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by discussing fresh information about the future of the NHL salary cap. Then the fellas talk about a big speed bump towards expansion (12:00). The guys talk about Adam Fantilli's contract extension (20:00). Kyle and Elliotte check in on Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson, and Alexander Nikishin (29:00). The guys talk about what they've noticed from the first few ...

On this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by delving into Canadiens-Maple Leafs preseason tilts. The fellas give an update on Adam Fantilli (9:30). The guys talk about whether GM's are having a sober second thought about handing out trade protection (17:00). Kyle and Elliotte talk about the upcoming BOG's and the looming expansion conversation (22:00). The Final Thought focuses on a potential change...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman talk about the piece on Matthew Mayich on Sportsnet.ca. They provide an update on Connor Hellebuyck as training camps open across the NHL (9:00). The guys talk about Shawn Horcoff being introduced as the Red Wings’ new GM and Dylan Larkin’s frustration after his trade request became public (23:00), before discussing Cutter Gauthier upcoming deal (38:00...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman discuss the new CBA taking effect Wednesday and the rush around the NHL to get contracts completed under the current rules. The guys dive into Chris Kreider signing with the Canadiens and what his role could look like in Montreal  (10:00) before talking about how winning can become one of the biggest recruiting tools for teams looking to attract players (17:0...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by unpacking their insights from the interview they conducted with Quinn Hughes. The fellas also talk about their interview with Brady Tkachuk (13:00). The guys talk about Alex Formenton's 1 year deal with the Oilers (15:00). Elliotte provides an update on Connor Hellebuyck and the Winnipeg Jets (18:30). They give their takeaways from their interview with Za...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman delve into the NHL's potential expansion into Texas and Georgia. They talk about the uncertainty in Detroit as Steve Yzerman steps out of the picture (13:00), and the CBA deadline on September 15th as 8 year max-terms shrink to 7 (21:00). They talk about the futures of Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes (25:00). Elliotte shares a summer theory that Erik Karlsson becomes ...

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.

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In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman run through all 32 NHL clubs as they put a bow on each team's season before the summer break:

Anaheim (3:00)
Boston (19:00)
Buffalo (26:00)
Calgary (33:00)
Carolina (40:00)
Chicago (48:00)
Colorado (54:00)
Columbus (1:01:00)
Dallas (1:11:00)
Detroit (1:17:00
Edmonton (1:25:00)
Florida (1:34:00)
Los Angele...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by shining a light on Luke Prokop's upcoming documentary discussing his path as the first openly gay player under an NHL contract. The fellas break down the latest developments regarding Jason Robertson (4:00). They talk about Zach Werenski's future (12:00), and touch on the latest surrounding Dylan Larkin (24:00). Elliotte talks about Vegas trading Pavel Do...

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin with Jason Robertson turning down an estimated 15 x 8 contract from the Kraken after Seattle and Dallas agreed to the framework of a trade. They provide the latest on Mason McTavish (12:30), and talk about the St Louis Blues being a power-broker at the draft (15:00). They talk about Toronto, Matthews, and Knies (15:00). Kyle and Elliotte add some clarity to ...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman break down all angles of the blockbuster trade that sends Brady Tkachuk from the Senators to the Panthers. The guys talk the impact this will have on Canadian teams considering American players (15:30). They talk about what the Panthers will potentially do with their goaltending (22:30). Kyle and Elliotte revisit all the Maple Leafs news from last week (25:00). Th...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in 6 games to win the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. They also touch on the Golden Knights running out of gas in the end (34:33). They talk about Torts' future (40:23). The Final Thought puts a wrap on the 2026 NHL season and looks ahead to the news to come (46:26). 

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In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes taking a 3-2 series lead over the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. Afterwards, the fellas delve into the news where they expand on Darnell Nurse's trade request out of Edmonton (31:00). They talk abo ut the investigation into Mike Babcock before he's hired by the Edmonton Oilers (35:00). Kyle and Elliotte react to Joe...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes tying the Stanley Cup Final Series 2-2 against Vegas. They get to the news where Mike Babcock is reportedly in line to take the Edmonton Oilers' head coaching job (23:32). Elliotte touches on the Leafs open coaching vacancy (42:21) before talking about top free agent Alex Tuch (43:00). The guys also talk about the latest developmen...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman review the Carolina Hurricanes' historic comeback from a four-goal deficit before the Vegas Golden Knights secured a double-overtime victory in Game 3. Then, Elliotte provides an update on an intriguing candidate in the Toronto Maple Leafs' coaching search, and where the Los Angeles Kings currently stand in their hiring process (19:00). The Final Thought focuses o...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes heroic comeback in Game 2 over the Vegas Golden Knights. The fellas then turn their attention to Dylan Larkin's trade request out of Detroit (22:41). They also talk about the Edmonton Oilers and the potential break up with Darnell Nurse (37:17). Plus some speculation on their head coaching search (40:23). Elliotte also updates the ...

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unpack an amazing Game 1 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights. Afterwards, the guys delve into the Nashville Predators making Chris MacFarland their new GM (23:00). They also talk about news regarding Commissioner Gary Bettman's future with the NHL (32:00) before unpacking the newly announced All-Star Game format (35:00). Elliotte provides an u...

On this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman pay tribute to Claude Lemieux following his sudden passing. 

The guys unpack the surgical play of the Carolina Hurricanes as they push the Montreal Canadiens to the brink of elimination (5:00). They talk about a league memo regarding trades between now and the lead up to free agency (25:00). Kyle and Elliotte look ahead to the NHL Draft Combine in Buffalo (32...