In this episode of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begins with dedications to Kevin Dineen and Carla MacLeod following their cancer diagnoses. Kyle unpacks Matthews and McDavid’s surprising equipment switches (). They break down Auston Matthews snapping his goal drought in a 7–2 win over the Penguins () and debate who should claim the final two spots on Canada’s Olympic roster (). The guys revisit the growing Ducks–Blackhawks rivalry (), the questionable calls involving Bedard and Quinn Hughes, and why younger NHL stars need more leeway from officials (). They hit on Mike Matheson’s new five-year deal in Montreal and the shrinking defence UFA class (), Edmonton’s stance on upgrading from Stuart Skinner (), Doug Armstrong’s aggressive work in St. Louis (), and an incredible play from Kyle Palmieri (). Plus, thoughts on Dan Vladar’s strong run in Philadelphia (), Vancouver’s roster questions (). The final thought focuses on how this year’s condensed schedule is grinding players down ().
Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline ().
Today we highlight Calgary based band BETABOYS and their track Alone in Paradise. Check them out here.
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This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.
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