32 Thoughts: The Podcast

32 Thoughts: The Podcast

Hockey fans already know the name, but this is not the blog. From Sportsnet, 32 Thoughts: The Podcast with NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas is a weekly deep dive into the biggest news and interviews from the hockey world.
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The hosts introduce new competitors Luke Gazdek and David Amber for the 'in-season cup' draft, utilizing a Family Feud-style trivia game to determine the draft order. The segment follows the commencement of a snake-style draft where participants select NHL teams. The draft continues as the hosts distribute various franchises based on personal preferences and random selection. The episode concludes with the finalization of all team rosters for Luke, David, Kyle, and Elliott, followed by a discussion regarding the stakes of the competition.

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Two years ago, in the words of Elliott, I had the worst performance ever in the history of the in-season cup. And last year, I took the crown for most days total.

00:01:10 · The host introduces the competitive stakes and past performance of the participants entering the tournament.

There are two crowns up for grabs at the end of all this. The most days accumulated with the cup over the season and whoever is the rightful holder of the in-season cup after the final day of the regular season is over.

00:03:23 · The host explains the specific winning conditions for the competition.

I know in fantasy football, I got five tight ends. I have a feeling this is going to turn out worse than fantasy football.

00:13:07 · Dave expresses humorous anxiety about the upcoming auto-draft process.

So I got Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Chicago, Seattle, and Anaheim. You guys might as well just quit right now. I am going to clobber you.

00:22:17 · The speaker realizes they have accumulated a heavy concentration of Western conference teams and expresses confidence in winning the draft.

Just hand me your money and prepare to be punished.

00:26:24 · The speaker jokingly challenges the others to pay up for the upcoming competition.

Epizody

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The In Season Cup

The hosts introduce new competitors Luke Gazdek and David Amber for the 'in-season cup' draft, utilizing a Family Feud-style trivia game to determine the draft order. The segment follows the commencement of a snake-style draft where participants select NHL teams. The draft continues as the hosts distribute various franchises based on personal preferences and random selection. The episode concludes with the finalization of all team rosters for Luke, David, Kyle, and Elliott, followed by a discussion regarding the stakes of the competition.

29 zář. 2026
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Business Before the Business

The hosts dive into the uncertainties of the upcoming NHL season, analyzing trade rumors involving players like Kirill Marchenko and Conor Hellebuyck, alongside the implications of a projected salary cap increase. The discussion covers various league developments, from the impact of potential star departures in Tampa Bay to the motivations behind recent jersey tuck enforcement. The episode also features season predictions for division winners and breakout players, listener mail regarding player safety equipment and goalie jersey numbers, and an overview of the upcoming NHL regular season schedule on Sportsnet.

28 zář. 2026
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Don't Tuck Your Shirt In

The hosts discuss recent developments from the NHL Board of Governors meetings, including a projected massive increase in the salary cap for the 2028-29 season and the uncertain future of league expansion. The episode also covers leadership changes within the Board, Matt Fantilli's significant contract extension with Columbus, and various trade rumors involving players like Niketian and Dylan Larkin. Additionally, the conversation touches on preseason highlights, the return of original Winnipeg Jets records to the current franchise, and an upcoming crackdown on equipment regulations. The episode concludes with listener inquiries regarding expansion draft loopholes, the mechanics of player agent fees, and trivia regarding long-tenured captains.

25 zář. 2026
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Protection, Expansion & Change

The hosts discuss the upcoming Craft Hockeyville event in Trois-Rivières and reflect on the importance of community support in hockey. The conversation delves into NHL roster dynamics, specifically focusing on the Toronto Maple Leafs' improved unity and contract negotiations involving the Columbus Blue Jackets. The episode also explores the shifting power balance between players and teams regarding trade clauses and expansion plans for Houston and Austin. Finally, the hosts address listener feedback regarding the podcast schedule and share stories from 'The Thought Line,' covering everything from university football to historical hockey trivia.

21 zář. 2026
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The New Cap Era

The hosts discuss a Sportsnet interview with the family of Matthew Mayich and address recent developments regarding the Winnipeg Jets' training camp, including Connor Hellebuyck's suspension and potential goalie trades. The conversation extends to NHL trade rumors involving the Hurricanes and Detroit Red Wings, as well as the evolving landscape of long-term player contracts and the economic impact of declining regional television markets on the salary cap. The episode also covers various NHL news, including Matvej Michkov's impressive press conference, RFA updates, and training camp dynamics for PTO players. The segment concludes with a 'Thoughtline' session addressing listener questions regarding CBA rules for emergency goalies, contract terminations, and historical NHL stats.

18 zář. 2026