Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman delve into what is next for the Toronto Maple Leafs following another first round elimination. They talk about what management will do with Sheldon Keefe (3:16) and what will happen with Mitch Marner and the big four (6:19). The conversation about the Leafs then makes way for Game 7 between the Golden Knights and Stars (21:36). They discuss what happens with Vegas now that they are out (27:36). Jeff and Elliotte talk about the future of Lou Lamoriello and the New...
May 06, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Jeff and Elliotte look back at the Toronto Maple Leafs game six victory over the Boston Bruins to send the series to seven. They talk about how the Leafs were written off after trailing 3-1. They also delve into the Bruins' side of things and ponder what might happen if they blow this series (8:31). That makes way for conversation about Rod Brind'Amour's future in Carolina (16:11), news about Todd McLellan (20:00), and updates on Mike Sullivan (21:58) and Craig Berube (24:55). Jeff and Elliotte ...
May 03, 2024•59 min
Jeff and Elliotte open this edition of 32 Thoughts by diving into Game 5 in Boston that saw the Toronto Maple Leafs stave off elimination with a 2-1 overtime win. Next up, the fellas take a look at Game 5 between the Canucks and Predators, where Nashville survived with a 2-1 win (8:34). The guys debate whether head coach Rick Tocchet should have challenged the Roman Josi goal for goaltender interference (13:45). Jeff and Elliotte turn their attention to the teams that couldn't stave, beginning w...
May 01, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman open this edition of the 32 Thoughts podcast by talking about the Oilers gritty win over the Kings in Game 4 to take a 3-1 series lead. They also explore what might happen with the LA Kings if they bow out to the Oilers for a third straight season. Then, they talk about the Vancouver Canucks' epic late game comeback to defeat the Nashville Predators and also take a 3-1 series lead (6:45). That makes way for a conversation around the Toronto Maple Leafs, who find ...
Apr 29, 2024•55 min
This edition of 32 Thoughts is dedicated to the late, great Bob Cole. Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman delve into the Florida Panthers taking a 3-0 chokehold on the Tampa Bay Lighting (11:26). That makes way for conversation about the Islanders-Hurricanes series where Carolina has also taken a 3-0 lead (19:26). The fellas park the game-talk for a moment to focus on William Nylander's absence (23:28) and the firing of David Quinn in San Jose (26:35). Elliotte reveals some information about the Ot...
Apr 26, 2024•1 hr 11 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts the Car Cast, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman look back at an entertaining Game 2 between the Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators. Friedman expands on the Thatcher Demko injury (2:55) and they delve into the Avs 5-2 win over the Jets in Game 2 (8:30). The fellas also break down a crazy game between the Panthers and Lighting (13:22), highlight an amazing save from Sergei Bobrovsky, and ponder whether he's headed for the Hockey Hall of Fame (16:07). They also ...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Join Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman as they chat with Ryan Smith, the NHL's newest team owner, about bringing NHL hockey to Salt Lake City, Utah. They discuss the process of acquiring the Coyotes and how hockey will fit into the Delta Center. Smith shares his thoughts on potential branding and invites the fanbase to help choose the team's name. Marek and Friedman also ask about the fate of the Coyotes' club records and Smith's first impressions with his new players. They touch on Smith's love ...
Apr 23, 2024•40 min
Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman ring in a new season of car casts by recapping an electric come from behind victory for the Vancouver Canucks over the Nashville Predators. That makes way for an in depth look at the scoring bonanza that was Game 1 between the Winnipeg Jets and Colorado Avalanche (12:44). Jeff and Elliotte also delve into the Rangers 4-1 win over the Washington Capitals (22:08). They wrap the recap of Sunday's action with the Battle of Florida and the Panthers 3-2 win over the Li...
Apr 22, 2024•53 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte dive into the official sale and relocation of the Arizona Coyotes to Utah. They also talk about what has to happen for the Coyotes to return to the desert (10:14) and Alex Meruelo’s absence from the final game in Arizona (13:54). Jeff and Elliotte also discuss how attractive the Coyotes’ roster is now with a cavalcade of young talent (18:08). Afterwards, the fellas delve into the Buffalo Sabres coaching vacancy and the return of hard-nose coaches...
Apr 19, 2024•2 hr 45 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman have the latest developments on the Arizona Coyotes' potential move to Salt Lake City. Elliotte lays out how the entire plan was meant to unfurl and outlines how Alex Meruelo will be allowed to bring an NHL club back to Arizona (18:50). The fellas talk about Elliotte's trip down to Florida which turns into a conversation about Auston Matthews' quest for goal 70 (26:48). Jeff and Elliotte debate whether Jared Bednar and the Colorado...
Apr 15, 2024•2 hr 47 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman delve into the Arizona Coyotes potential relocation to Salt Lake City. Why the players aren't speaking, the emotions in the aftermath, and the dealings behind the scenes. That bleeds into a conversation about how people around the league felt snookered and played by Coyotes ownership and how NHL hockey will potentially return to Arizona down the line (17:00). Jeff and Elliotte also discuss the league's interest in having Ryan Smith...
Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 18 min
In this total eclipse of a podcast, Jeff and Elliotte kick things off by shining a light on Yegor Sharangovich breaking the record for most goals in a season by a Belarusian player. That makes way for a conversation about the Penguins gaining ground in the playoff race (5:00). Jeff and Elliotte also delve into Jake Guentzel's future in Carolina (12:15) and discuss Detroit sneaking into a WC spot for the time being and Patrick Kane contributing to the scoresheet (20:41). Speaking of sunlight and ...
Apr 08, 2024•2 hr 40 min
Pre-2018 nostalgia was on full display on Thursday as Crosby and the Penguins took on Ovechkin and the Capitals with playoff implications, and Jeff and Elliotte made sure to open this edition of 32 Thoughts talking about just that. Once the fellas took care of the newly minted "doodlebug derby" in the East, they changed their focus to the brawl on Broadway between the Rangers and Devils (12:00). That convo made way for the Martin Pospisil major penalty on Thursday night that will most likely lan...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 19 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte open with a heated discussion about expanded playoffs in the NHL and how it would be beneficial for the league despite the turtle derby in the Eastern Conference right now. That conversation makes way for a discussion around Auston Matthews as he notched 60 goals this season. How long will it take him to chase down the Gretzky/Ovechkin goal scoring record (13:39)? They also talk about how it can effect the Leafs' decision on players like Mitch Ma...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Jeff and Elliotte open this edition of the podcast by talking about the Philadelphia Flyers and the precarious situation surrounding goalie Ivan Fedotov. They turn their attention to the team itself, as the Flyers deal with the pressure of a tight playoff race (9:39). Next, what's up in Buffalo after the Sabres were blown out by the Senators on Wednesday night (17:51) and that's followed by a discussion about the Eastern Conference "turtle derby" (24:25). Then, Jeff and Elliotte dive into a heat...
Mar 29, 2024•1 hr 21 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte pay tribute to Zach Hyman and Sam Reinhart, who both reached the magical hockey mark of 50 goals. Now that Reinhart has reached 50, the fellas ponder how the Florida Panthers fit him in their future plans (15:00). Next, Jeff and Elliotte focus on the Edmonton Oilers after Evander Kane didn't play on Sunday night (17:20) and the guys also highlight how important Gabe Vilardi has been to the Winnipeg Jets (23:20). Elliotte then provides his takeawa...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Jeff and Elliotte kick this edition of 32 Thoughts off by recapping the NHL's GM Meetings from Del Boca Vista, Florida. They touch on how George Parros might involve more Managers from across the league to get additional opinions on rulings, the expansion of video review, and the advent of more video coaches for each NHL team. Jeff and Elliotte then turn their attention to Patrick Roy and the New York Islanders who continue to slide (20:40). They also talk about the Red Wings, who are in the thi...
Mar 22, 2024•1 hr 22 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman discuss what's on the schedule for the General Manager meetings in Florida, including a conversation around replay reviews (7:51) and an increased predictability with suspensions (11:05). The fellas then turn their attention to the Arizona Coyotes and their delicate search for a new arena (16:07). Jeff and Elliotte also delve into the Eastern Conference Wild Card race, highlighting the New York Islanders (25:16), the New York Range...
Mar 18, 2024•2 hr 3 min
Could the NHL really be heading back to Atlanta? In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte expand on that question as an ownership group led by former NHLer Anson Carter has filed a request with the league for a third crack at professional hockey in the state of Georgia. Jeff and Elliotte then delve into the suddenly hot playoff races (16:25) and discuss why no team seems to want that second WC spot in the East (23:20). Next, how differently would the Sabres season have gone if they roll...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman sit down with Boston Bruins forward James van Riemsdyk as they touch on a number of topics including, the Toronto-Boston rivalry, Brad Marchand, his comfort around the net, concussion treatments, and the perfect blade profile among other things. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Frie...
Mar 13, 2024•42 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte begin by revisiting John Tortorella's outburst on the bench while refusing to leave after an ejection. While it may have looked entertaining on the surface, the league took the matter very seriously. Then, the guys delve into the Pittsburgh Penguins going backwards for the first time in Sidney Crosby's career and the aftermath of the Jake Guentzel trade (15:21). Elliotte provides an injury update for Canucks netminder Thatcher Demko (26:27) befor...
Mar 11, 2024•2 hr 31 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte run through every club in the NHL and highlight each team's biggest needs as we begin trade deadline week: The Pacific Division (1:24) The Central Division (35:38) The Metropolitan Division (1:03:09) The Atlantic Division (1:31:57) The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (55:14). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produce...
Mar 04, 2024•2 hr 57 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte open the podcast by examining the events of the past few days that led to the Canucks and Elias Pettersson reportedly making headway on a new contract. They follow that up by discussing the Ilya Lyubushkin trade to the Toronto Maple Leafs (14:36) and then, Jeff and Elliotte unpack the Chris Tanev trade to the Dallas Stars (18:55). Jeff also focuses on the Stars side of the deal and hones in on the use of their draft picks (22:49). They then proce...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 2 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte revisit a fantastic night in Chicago that saw Chris Chelios' number 7 raised to the rafters and Patrick Kane's return to the United Center with the Detroit Red Wings. Elliotte talks about how the Red Wings look to have finally turned a corner and are poised to break their playoff drought (14:12). The fellas then shift focus to Sidney Crosby following his 4-point night against the Flyers (17:28) and wonder if Jake Guentzel could land in Detroit (2...
Feb 26, 2024•2 hr 36 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte begin with the New Jersey Devils and a tough week that saw them lose 6-2 to the Capitals and 5-1 to the Rangers. The guys ponder whether NJ will trade for a goalie as a result, and perhaps bolster their defence. The guys also weigh in on the Matt Rempe hit on Nathan Bastian that occurred in the Rangers romp. Next, Jeff and Elliotte provide the latest updates on Noah Hanifin's future (11:18) and Elliotte mentions the Bruins are looking for a centr...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 3 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman begin with Jaromir Jagr's jersey retirement night in Pittsburgh. They cover everything from his speech, warmups, the ceremony, and Jagr’s (still active) illustrious career. Then, the fellas circle back to the NHL's Stadium Series in New Jersey as they highlight a hugely successful weekend for the league and outdoor games in general. (14:19). Elliotte touches on the Islanders being awarded the 2026 NHL All-Star Game (22:00) and the ...
Feb 19, 2024•2 hr 30 min
On this episode of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte delve into the Columbus Blue Jackets relieving Jarmo Kekäläinen of his duties as General Manager. Elliotte expands on some of the names that are in contention to be considered by John Davidson as the new GM (8:01). Jeff also asks Elliotte about Elvis Merzļikins, who publicly expressed an interest to leave Columbus (11:29). The fellas then turn their attention to Jack Hughes, his "people pay to see me" comments, and the ensuing aftermath versus th...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Jeff and Elliotte look back at the ending of the Maple Leafs-Senators game on Saturday night that saw Morgan Rielly cross-check Ridly Greig in a fit of rage. They discuss how many games they believe Rielly should be suspended for and the impact it'll have on the Leafs. Plus, the guys get into the reaction from the fans and how this has reignited the Battle of Ontario. Jeff and Elliotte move on to the surging Calgary Flames who now find themselves back in the Western Conference Wild Card race (26...
Feb 12, 2024•1 hr 17 min
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte kick things off by focusing on the Arizona Coyotes, whose future in the desert hangs by a thread with a looming threat of relocation to Salt Lake City on the horizon. The guys then shift focus to the Toronto Maple Leafs and their impending decision on their 2024 1st round pick. Should they move it before the deadline at the risk of further depleting their pipeline? (14:55). The Calgary Flames then take centre stage as Andrei Kuzmenko has made an ...
Feb 09, 2024•2 hr 35 min
Jeff and Elliotte look back at a successful NHL All-Star Weekend for almost everyone involved. Elliotte outlines how the NHL did the work to make sure the event was a reputational bounce back after studying last year's struggles in Florida (5:13). They get into Nikita Kucherov's controversial performance and how some believe he should lose the Hart over it (16:58) and Elliotte delves into the exposure that Justin Bieber and Tate McRae brought to the league over the weekend (24:38). Following the...
Feb 05, 2024•2 hr 53 min
