31 Thoughts: The Podcast

Playoffs are around the corner! Jeff and Elliotte break down a crazy fun-filled weekend of hockey with the Frozen Four coming to an end (1:00), the St. Pats forcing a Game 7 and the playoff race in the Eastern Conference tightens up (14:30). The guys also discuss Calgary’s tough outcome (5:00), Winnipeg getting closer to securing a playoff spot (9:45), Bo Horvat post-game (17:40), the Maple Leafs call in their EBUG (21:00), Martin St. Louis asks to be part of Team Canada’s coaching staff (26:00), several colleges signings including Matthew Knies (27:00) and Lane Hutson (30:40), the search for a president in Philadelphia (33:00), major injuries to playoff teams (35:45), and some Norris Trophy talk (39:30).Plus, Elliotte sits down with Noel Acciari (44:00)of the Toronto Maple Leafs to talk about his dedication to hockey, playing with Keith Yandle, his mother's hand gestures, tells us a fun wedding story, and talks about the Maple Leafs as an organization.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The

The Seattle Kraken are going to the Stanley Cup Playoffs! Jeff and Elliotte chat about the remarkable sophomore season from the Kraken (1:30) and some of their key players. They then get into the Eastern Conference playoff race by discussing Bolts-Islanders (11:00), Panthers continue to play tough (17:00), Ottawa officially eliminated from playoff contention (19:00), Pittsburgh holds their ground (24:30), Buffalo continues to chase (28:10), Toronto plays a fun one against the Bruins (30:00), Predators hanging on by a thread (33:40), Flames & Jets continue to battle it out (38:00) and Vegas has their 1-2 punch in net going into the playoffs (45:00).They also talk about the Frozen Four (48:00), Kitchener Rangers sweep Shane Wright’s Windsor Spitfires (53:30), the Regina St. Pats are in tough against the Saskatoon Blades (54:10) and the Chicago Wolves go independent (56:30).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music: Meltt - Wit

He’s 19 years old and he’s a 20-goal scorer in the NHL. Wyatt Johnston sat down with Jeff Marek at the American Airlines Center in Dallas to talk about his rookie season, living with Joe Pavelski, being coached by Marc Savard in Windsor, his 7-point performance in junior and how he’s adjusted to being a professional. We also hear from Peter DeBoer and Joe Pavelski who speak on Wyatt and his great start in the league.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music: Brasstronaut - HawkListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: Bally Sports, KTCK and P91The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The final push! Jeff and Elliotte tip their hat to Brayden Schenn (00:00), discuss an odd event in the Bruins-Blues game (4:15), Connor Bedard had himself a weekend (6:50), Kris Letang plays in his 1000th game (12:20), Islanders hitting a bump in the road (16:20), Panthers string together some wins (20:00), Buffalo inserts Devon Levi (22:40), Craig Anderson’s future (26:10), the marketing plan put forth by Ryan Reynolds (27:40), NHL going to Australia (31:00), Jets and Flames get some big wins (38:20), and Michael Bunting has a target on his back (45:00).They guys also take your questions and your voicemails to wrap up the podcast (48:00).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music: Dead Horse Beats - Moon MistListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: CKRM, MSG, SportsNet AT&T, Sportsnet, Sportsnet 960, WBZ-FM and WQAM-AM.The vi

April is upon us! Jeff and Elliotte discuss Gary Bettman’s night out with Ryan Smith, owner of the Utah Jazz and Real Salt Lake (1:00), Executive Director of the NHLPA Marty Walsh addresses the media for the first time (4:50), AHL teams looking to push Scott Howson out of the league (17:00), a wild game between the Senators-Flyers (24:00), Pittsburgh still in the race (29:30) and the Rangers sign Filip Chytil to a 4-year extension (35:10).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music: Tyler Ramsey - Evening CountryListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: CHED, SportsNet AT&T and Sportsnet.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

He’s skilled and has his dad's edge. Max Domi was a first-round draft pick in 2013 and is in his 8th season in the NHL. He has made his way around the league but contributed everywhere he’s played. He joins Jeff to talk about his new club in Dallas, the situation with his teeth, why he’s always been a pass-first player, finding the right stick, growing up around great hockey players, his obsession with shoes, and playing under Pete DeBoer.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music: RealLiveAnimals - EmptyListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: NBC Sports Chicago, Root Sports and Sportsnet.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Playoffs are around the corner! Jeff and Elliotte talk about the play of the Maple Leafs as of late and discuss a conspiracy theory that’s been making the rounds (2:30). They also get into the exciting game between the Bolts-Bruins (9:20), the future of the Jets core (15:30), Rod Brind’Amour’s 2nd-period interview against the Bruins (26:10), College free agent signings (33:20), things falling into place for Pittsburgh (36:40), Washington’s situation with Evgeny Kuznetsov (39:30), Devils clinch the playoffs (42:00), Seattle continue to roll (44:45) and what March 26th means in the hockey world (49:00).Plus, the guys congratulate Toronto Six for winning the Isobel Cup (00:00) and taking your questions (58:00).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music: Kwamé - Push The Panic Button!!!Listen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: Bally Sp

John Garrett says see you later and Jason Robertson carries on. Jeff and Elliotte kick off the podcast by talking about the news of John "Cheech" Garrett leaving the Canucks broadcast (00:01). They are also joined by Dallas All-Star Jason Robertson (59:00) and discuss the exciting game between the Penguins-Stars (54:00).With everyone back from Dallas, the guys dive into the comments made by Connor McDavid about the WBC (10:00), Jared Bendar getting an extension (20:45), the fan reaction to the 10-year NHL x Fanatics deal (29:00), Flyers giving a chance to younger players (35:30), spectacular performances in Canes-Ranges (38:10) & Leafs-Panthers (39:15) and a look at the west with the Jets (48:30) and the Golden Knights-Flames (50:30).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music: Joshua Ray Walker - Sexy After DarkListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliott

The good, the bad and the ugly! Jeff and Elliotte are in Dallas, Texas capturing some playoff content with the Stars. They kick things off by telling everyone about some of the work they’ll be doing in Dallas and who they will be chatting with while in the Lone Star state (00:00). They then discuss the sale of the Senators (14:25), clean hits resulting in fights (25:20), how the QMJHL will be removing fighting (35:45), Martin St. Louis sitting Jonathan Drouin (44:40), the current playoff picture (52:00), Kim Weiss setting history in the NAHL (57:30) and James Reimer refusing to wear the Sharks Pride-themed jersey (59:00).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music - The Weeks - Bottle RocketListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: Bally Sports & Sportsnet.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts a

For almost 20 years, Jay Woodcroft has held several coaching positions. From being Mike Babcock’s video coach in Detroit to Todd McLellan’s assistant in San Jose and Edmonton, Woodcroft now finds himself leading the high-powered Edmonton Oilers after spending four seasons with their AHL team, Bakersfield Condors. Jeff and Elliotte chat with Jay about his playing career and how he found himself behind the bench, coaching McDavid and Draisaitl, the length of a good video session, his style of play, coaching 3-on-3 hockey,  lessons he picked up along the way from other great coaches, video sessions with Yzerman and Datsyuk, and he talks about his favourite podcasts.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailOutro Music - Yo OG ft. buddy.not.bud & Amiri Mikel - Polishing Truths - RemixListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: Sportsnet.The vie

Elliotte is going on 28 minutes of sleep. The guys further break down the Flyers situation as Daniel Brière takes the podium for his first press conference (00:01) to talk about the team's future. They then discuss the Ottawa Senators (26:00) as they find themselves in a difficult spot while the Winnipeg Jets (31:45) are flying high, the agenda for this week's GM Meetings (39:40), more information on the sale of the Senators (43:40), new faces we might see in the league (51:30) and the guys talk about the Hart Trophy list (34:50).Also, they take your questions and voicemails (54:20).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailGET YOUR 32 THOUGHTS MERCH HEREOutro Music - meltycanon - ALIVEListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: NBC Sports Philadelphia, WFLA, WHPT & WTMM-FM.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the h

Philadelphia fires Chuck Fletcher. Jeff and Elliotte wonder where the Flyers go from here, who might be next to replace Fletcher and why we might have seen so many changes over the last few years (00:00).The guys then get into the sale of the Ottawa Senators (13:20), the upcoming GM Meetings (22:30), the run we’ve seen from Calgary (25:20), a massive injury for Minnesota (31:15), exciting games from Vegas-Tampa (35:00) and Edmonton-Boston (40:00), Buffalo’s tough stretch (47:00), Pittsburgh’s inability to close games (52:30), Nashville’s playoff hopes are sliding (54:45) and Elliotte talks about attending the Alphabet Sports Collective launch party (55:40).And THANK YOU to all the listeners for responding to our trade call to action on the last podcast! (10:20)Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailGET YOUR 32 THOUGHTS MERCH HEREOutro Music - Kim Churchill - Bathed in BlackListen to the full track hereThis podcast was produced and mixed

Imagine Timo Meier on the Oilers! Jeff and Elliotte kick things off by talking about some of the trades that didn’t happen but were in the works (00:10) including Erik Karlsson to Toronto, Timo Meier to Edmonton and a few others. They’re still enjoying the Ritchie brothers trade (15:15), discuss a trade deadline issue that may be brought up at the GM meetings next week (17:30), wonder if the Lightning are playing games with us (22:10), David Quinn loses it on the bench (26:55), Arizona fights back (29:45), Jakob Chychrun shines in his Ottawa debut (49:47), a few notes on Vancouver (1:00:10), the potential for more teams in the U.S. (56:26) and Elliotte talks about the Jonathan Quick trade (55:15).They guys also do a DEEP dive into the Flyers (30:50) and discuss the current state of the club, take your voicemails + emails (1:03:50), and say a few words about Mike Stothers who was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma of the lymph node (1:14:00)Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at

We have reached the finish (dead)line! Jeff and Elliotte wrap up a wild trade deadline week (00:10) by giving some of their general thoughts, discuss the situation between Pittsburgh and Vancouver (7:50), the (lack of) deadline moves we saw from Philadelphia (13:30), wonder if the Flames could have done more (18:50), Coyotes finally trade Jakob Chychrun (23:45) to the Senators (30:45) and the guys give their final takeaway from the week (35:30).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailMusic Outro: Chase Ceglie - Off My MindListen to the full track HEREGET YOUR 32 THOUGHTS MERCH HEREThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

He’s a Stanley Cup Champion and the General Manager of the Minnesota Wild. Bill Guerin joined Jeff and Elliotte while his team was swinging through Toronto last week to talk about the trade deadline, how he manages his cap as well as his relationship with his owner, Craig Leipold, playing the role of banker over the last couple of weeks, the types of costs that catch him off guard, what he intends to table at the next GM meetings, building a team around his playing style, dealing with other managers, his transition from player to manager, playing with Sidney Crosby, being courted by several teams ahead of the 2002-03 season and he goes into detail about his management style.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailMusic Outro: Smooth Hound Smith - 30 DaysListen to the full track HEREGET YOUR 32 THOUGHTS MERCH HEREThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: ESPN, Fox Sport

Here’s our 32-team deadline preview special! We recorded this on one of the craziest hockey days of the year as teams were making moves and we were dropping in updates!Jeff and Elliotte discuss each division (with updates) — Atlantic (00:30), Metropolitan (24:00), Central (51:00) and the Pacific (1:21:00).BOSTON (00:35), BUFFALO (3:15), DETROIT (6:30), FLORIDA (9:10), MONTREAL (11:50), OTTAWA (15:30), TAMPA BAY (18:20), TORONTO (21:00)CAROLINA (23:35), COLUMBUS (25:15), NEW JERSEY (29:50), ISLANDERS (33:00), RANGERS (36:15), PHILADELPHIA (41:00), PITTSBURGH (45:20), WASHINGTON (48:00)ARIZONA (51:00), CHICAGO (52:40), COLORADO (57:20), DALLAS (1:00:40), MINNESOTA (1:04:00), NASHVILLE (1:06:35), ST. LOUIS (1:15:20), WINNIPEG (1:17:20)ANAHEIM (1:21:00), CALGARY (1:24:00), EDMONTON (1:26:45), L.A. (1:30:05), SAN JOSE (1:32:50), SEATTLE (1:37:50), VANCOUVER (1:39:25), VEGAS (1:41:30)Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailMusic Outro: Best Peo

Rumours are swirling! Jeff and Elliotte continue to work the Patrick Kane situation and what teams might be knocking on the door (00:10), discuss the competitive Eastern Conference (5:00), Boston and Washington make a deal (6:50), where the Capitals will go from here (14:00), how Minnesota has situated themselves at the deadline (17:00) along with the Senators (17:45), what we’ll see from the Blackhawks (19:30), how Carolina is approaching the next week (23:50), wonder if we’ll see Jakub Vrána on the move (29:00), different disagreements in both Pittsburgh (32:20) and Philadelphia (36:30) and Elliotte gives us some quick hitters with Torey Krug (30:30), Luke Schenn (30:45) and Timo Meier (31:20).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailMusic Outro: Hush Forte - Call the BluffListen to the full track HEREGET YOUR 32 THOUGHTS MERCH HEREThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Cre

While the Montreal Canadiens were in Toronto, Stanley Cup champion goaltender Jake Allen joined Jeff and Elliotte for a lengthy sit-down. They talk about his time in Montreal, playing alongside Carey Price, their Stanley Cup run in 2021, winning with St. Louis in 2019, his friendship with Jordan Binnington, how he analyzes a play before a shot, which team is the most unique offensively in his eyes, what it’s like playing for Martin St. Louis, his desire to score a goal (one day), if there’s a solution to the goalie mask issue we've seen a few times this season and we ask him to build us the perfect goaltender.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailMusic Outro: Mute Choir - AUTOMATICListen to the full track HEREGET YOUR 32 THOUGHTS MERCH HEREThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.Audio Credits: Fox Sports, MSG, NBC and Sportsnet.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are

It’s getting busy! Jeff and Elliotte kick things off by talking about Patrick Kane and his current situation (1:00), the statement from Jonathan Toews (7:50) and the big three-team trade between the Maple Leafs-Blues-Wild (9:50).They then get into what the Blues might do going forward (18:00), the latest on Timo Meier (20:45) and Jakob Chychrun (30:10), what teams like Boston (33:10) Tampa Bay (34:20) and Colorado (36:45) might be looking to do as we near the trade deadline, a few thoughts on the Stadium Series (39:15), some decisions for Vancouver (45:15), Tyler Motte traded to the Rangers (47:10) and Tyler Bertuzzi is staying in Detroit (49:00), explain why Joonas Korpisalo might be a good trade chip for Columbus (52:40) and lots of talk around the Flames (55:10).And finally, the guys tease their upcoming interview with Jake Allen (1:01:10) and answer your questions (1:04:02).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailMusic Outro: Parker L

Jeff and Elliotte kick off the podcast by remembering Paul Jerrard and his contribution to the game of hockey.They then chat about the latest from around the league including trade talk around Tyler Bertuzzi (4:30), what is Vegas looking to do (9:30) as well as the Blues (12:40), Pierre Dorion speaks to the media (15:00), the sale of the Senators (19:30), wonder if the Capitals will make some moves (25:00), an update on Thatcher Demko (27:40), the Oilers are open for business (28:25), Vladislav Gavrikov (31:10), questions to be answered in Chicago (32:45), the NHLPA names Marty Walsh executive director and the owner of Bally Sports skips a major payment (41:15).Jeff and Elliotte also remember former Buffalo Sabres PR director Paul Wieland who died Thursday at the age of 84 (44:45).Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of Paul Jerrard and Paul Wieland.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailGET YOUR 32 THOUGHTS MERCH HEREThis pod