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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).  Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (49:44). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Cristian Ceniti and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. 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

The Carolina Hurricanes have defeated the Vegas Golden Knights in six games to win the Stanley Cup! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the final game, what went wrong for Vegas, the Canes' path to the Cup, the coverage around Mitch Marner, and the next steps for the Golden Knights. Then, they discuss the Hurricanes' roster construction, John Tortorella's future, and the series' goaltending. Finally, they discuss potential landing spots for Torts if the Knights don't bring him back, listen to Rod Brind'Amour's post-series availability, and check in on the Marlies, who are up 2-0 against the Chicago Wolves in the Calder Cup Final in the AHL. 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.

JD recaps the Stanley Cup Final victory for the Carolina Hurricanes (4:00). He highlights Jordan Staal winning the Conn Smythe, ponders if the 'Canes team-building can be duplicated, and outlines Mitch Marner's play in Games 5 and 6. JD then dives into the Knicks breaking their 53-year championship drought (24:00), Jalen Brunson altering the small guard narrative, the future of De'Aaron Fox, and how the Raptors fumbled the post-Kawhi era. After the break (35:00), JD jumps into the Blue Jays weekend series against the Yankees, Canada's start to the World Cup and UFC Freedom 250 . 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.

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Shi Davidi, as they discuss the lead-up to John Schneider's ejection, Kevin Gausman's incredible Saturday start, and what comes with Shane Bieber's return. Afterwards, Brandon Wile (30:20) joins to talk about the state of the Red Sox's ahead of their series with the Jays. Later, Jake Mintz (51:15), Yahoo Sports baseball writer, talks with Blake about the College World Series, the NL Cy Young race, and other news around the MLB. Finally, Emmanuel Berbari (1:20:50), Yankees' post-game host on WFAN660, recaps the Jays' weekend series with the Yankees. 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 affiliate.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi kick off Monday morning by recapping an eventful weekend of sports. They begin with the Blue Jays' series loss to the Yankees with thoughts on the level of concern in Toronto, where the team needs to improve, and who shoulders most of the blame. After the break, the guys turn their attention towards the Hurricanes hoisting the Stanley Cup. They break down Carolina's dominating performance in Game 5 and 6, Brandon Bussi's importance down the stretch, and Jordan Staal turning back the clock. What lesson can the Maple Leafs take from how the Hurricanes built their roster? 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.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi open the second hour chatting with Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! They break down the Stanley Cup Final with thoughts on the Hurricanes' play late in the series, standout performances from Brandon Bussi and Jordan Staal, and questions surrounding John Tortorella and Carter Hart. The conversation then shifts to Mitch Marner's playoff performance, the criticism he faces after the Final, and what the Leafs can learn from Carolina's success. After the break, the hosts discuss the Knicks winning the NBA title in five games. They examine New York's dominant series victory over the Spurs, the futures of both teams, and the performances of Mike Brown, Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, and Victor Wembanyama. 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.

In the final hour of Monday's show, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome Kevin Barker, former Major Leaguer and co-host of Blair and Barker. They discuss the Yankees series, fan concerns about the team's performance, lineup struggles, and the heavy reliance on the bullpen early in the season. Kevin also shares his thoughts on manager John Schneider after recent ejections. After the break, they chat with Mike Goodman (27:45), CBS Sports Soccer writer, about the World Cup, Canada's opening match against Bosnia, and the importance of key players as the tournament progresses. They also discuss the impact of the expanded tournament format on group stage management. 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 affiliate.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 8-3 loss vs. the Yankees to wrap up a series loss in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss some big picture items for the team; are injuries still a valid excuse for the lack of consistent run production? Has the lack of offence hurt an overworked bullpen? What holes does this team need filled, and are there too many of them to plug in 2026? How important is the coming road trip for this team's direction this season? Plus, they get into some smaller items from this game, including not walking Ben Rice in the ninth inning, the play of Jeff Hoffman, whether or not he balked, and John Schneider's subsequent ejection from the ballgame.   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.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 3-1 loss vs. the Yankees to even this series at one game apiece in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the two eighth inning decisions that turned this game: asking Ernie Clement to bunt with runners on first and second base and nobody out, and not pinch-hitting for Charles McAdoo with the bases loaded later in the inning. Should John Schneider take more flak for asking Clement to bunt or not inserting Alejandro Kirk into the game? They debate Schneider's role as manager and what modern managers do in today's game, get into Kazuma Okamoto smashing a solo home run off Cam Schlittler, and discuss Kevin Gausman's seven innings of one-run ball.   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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-5 win vs. the Yankees to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the return of Alejandro Kirk off the IL, as he had a huge day in the win - is he the most important player on the roster when you consider his work behind the plate as well? What does that do for the team moving forward? They get into Kazuma Okamoto blasting a two-run homer into the fifth deck, the at-bats from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and what they saw in a tough start from Trey Yesavage.   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.

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 Sakic's comments on Thursday (41:00). They touch on Seattle's new front office hires (44:41). The Final Thought focuses on Nikita Kucherov winning the Hart (47:30).  Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (52:30). In this episode we highlight Canadian pop singer-songwriter Olivia Penalva and her track Distance Makes A Love Story. Check out her music here. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Cristian Ceniti and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. 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

Guest host Gord Stellick is in for Nick Kypreos, joining Justin Bourne and Sam McKee following the Hurricanes' Game 5 victory over the Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. To help break it down, former NHL President, GM, and head coach Doug MacLean (8:41) joins the guys for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his takeaways from Game 5 and discusses Rod Brind'Amour's impact, John Tortorella's goalie decision for Game 6, why he's not a fan of Mike Babcock in Edmonton, and Dylan Larkin's trade request. Then, he weighs in on what the Leafs should do with the first-overall pick, and whether Vegas and Carolina's roster construction will prompt more teams to trade top draft picks. Finally, Justin, Gord and Sam react to Nikita Kucherov winning the Hart trophy and take your questions and comments on the text line! 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.

Former Canadian Soccer international Iain Hume (2:19) joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert following Canada's Men's National Team's first-ever World Cup point! They recap the 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina to open Canada's tournament, the team's missed opportunities, Jonathan David's sluggish start, Cyle Larin's heroics, and what adjustments they must make ahead of their second game against Qatar. Later, Aaron Bronsteter joins the show (27:28) to tee up UFC Freedom 250 from the White House Lawn. He discusses the surreal experience ahead of Sunday's card, potential challenges for an outdoor event, and what to expect in the main events with Justin Gaethje challenging Ilia Topuria for the lightweight title and Alex Pereira taking on Ciryl Gane. 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.

JD previews Canada's opening matchup against Bosnia and Herzegovina and ponders what the fan ratio might be in the home-opener. JD then talks about the Blue Jays series against the New York Yankees before. Two-time Stanley Cup champion Kris Versteeg (08:30) joins the show to react to the Stanley Cup Final, the chippiness of Game 5, what Vegas can do in Game 6 to stay alive, who needs to step up for Vegas Conn Smythe favourites, Jordan Staal turning back the clock, and the play of Brandon Bussi. The week ends with JD and Versteeg debating Dylan Larkin's list of trade destinations. 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.

Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (10:20) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the Blue Jays' series opener against the Yankees. They break down the Jays' recent roster moves with Tyler Heineman being DFA'd, whether George Springer could be back in the outfield, Addison Barger's rehab progress, and the plan for Max Scherzer as Shane Bieber nears a return. Later, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian (31:11) stops by to share his thoughts on the Jays' season so far, what the Jays can expect from the Yankees' pitching, how the Yankees manage in Aaron Judge's absence, Ernie Clement's All-Star case, and why the Tigers shouldn't trade Tarik Skubal. 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker share their reaction to the Blue Jays' roster moves including reinstating Alejandro Kirk, recalling Davis Schneider, Daulton Varsho placed on the IL and designating Tyler Henieman for assignment before bringing on the Jays' manager John Schneider (2:24). The skipper explains some of the moves, Shane Bieber's status, how he will balance the workload for Kirk and Brandon Valenzuela, if he would consider moving George Springer back to the outfield, Vlad Jr.'s struggles against the breaking ball, if he's had conversations with Max Scherzer about his future, and Trey Yesavage's second outing against the New York Yankees. Then, Jeff and Kevin chat about Bieber's recent rehab start and why fans should trust the management team to handle Scherzer's next steps. 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.

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's Chris Black to discuss George Springer's dip in production, Brendon Little's pitching with the Bisons and Patrick Corbin's last few starts. Afterwards, Jorge Castillo (31:52) previews the Aaron Judge-less New York Yankees. Baseball labour reporter Jen Ramos-Eisen (50:58) talks the latest in the CBA negotiations and the Athletics playing in Vegas. In the final segment, Blake takes your texts on Nathan Lukes, Ernie Clement, the 4th and 5th starter spots and more! (1:15:30) 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi wrap up the week with Sportsnet's Dan Shulman discussing the Blue Jays. They'll cover expectations for the Yankees series, Alejandro Kirk's potential return, and the depth at catcher. They'll also analyze George Springer's performance, Shane Bieber's rotation return, and the impact on the bullpen. Afterward, Sportsnet Soccer analyst James Sharman (28:35) joins to discuss the upcoming home World Cup. He shares his expectations for Canada's team, concerns for their strategy, and looks at player management, particularly for Alphonso Davies. 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi kick off the second hour by setting up the start of Canada's World Cup campaign at home against Bosnia and Herzegovina. They discuss their expectations for the opening match, the major questions facing this team as they begin the tournament, and their chances to advance past the group stage. The boys also detail the importance of Jonathan David and Cyle Larin, as well as expectations for the crowd today at Toronto Stadium. After the break, Gareth Wheeler of One Soccer shares his view on Team Canada ahead of this afternoon's opener. They discuss if this is a "must-win" for Canada to make it out of the group stage, what people should expect from Bosnia and Herzegovina, the status of Moïse Bombito and Alphonso Davies, and more! 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.

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi start Friday morning by recapping the Hurricanes' Game 5 victory over the Golden Knights! They share their biggest takeaways including the keys to Carolina's statement win, the impact of Brandon Bussi in goal, Carter Hart's performance and John Tortorella's comments about potentially turning to Aidan Hill. They also touch on Jordan Staal's Conn Smythe case and Nikita Kucherov's Hart Trophy honors. After the break, Ben and Daniele turn their attention to the Blue Jays on the mend in Buffalo right now. They discuss if Alejandro Kirk will make his return for the Yankees series this weekend, what the correlating roster move will be, Brandon Valenzuela's job security, and the latest on Shane Bieber. The guys close out the hour by looking at the opening round of the Canadian Open! 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Knicks' historic comeback in the NBA Finals before welcoming in three-time Stanley Cup champion, Mr. Game 7, Justin Williams (11:28). They discuss Carolina's depth, Brandon Bussi's play, the top line's struggles, and Jordan Staal's leadership ahead of Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam weigh in on reports that the Senators are interested in Jake DeBrusk, Alex Tuch's value in free agency, and Darnell Nurse requesting a trade from the Edmonton Oilers. 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off on the opening day of the World Cup with legendary soccer voice Peter Drury (4:35)! They discuss the excitement in North America with the World Cup taking place, what to expect from Canada in their opening match tomorrow, the biggest storylines heading into the tournament, and much more. Then, Luke Gazdic joins the show (26:50) to tee up Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals and discuss the Oilers' future, including uncertainties for Mike Babcock, Connor McDavid and Darnell Nurse. Next, Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden joins the show (50:50) ahead of the Marlies' Calder Cup Final series against the Chicago Wolves. They discuss how the young players on the team have grown during the playoffs, Artur Akhtyamov leading the way, Mark Giordano's role with the team and his transition into coaching, and much more! 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.

JD tips off the pod with his thoughts on the New York Knicks unreal 29-point comeback against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. He breaks down how OG Anunoby might be the favorite for Finals MVP, how the Raptors' trading him has never looked worse, and how De'Aaron Fox will bear the brunt of the blame for the collapse. JD and Ben Nicholson Smith, MLB insider and Sportsnet Jays reporter, discuss the Jays following their 7-4 loss against the Philadelphia Phillies. JD and Ben get into what's next for the Jays' pitching staff and specifically Max Scherzer, Brandon Valenzuela's future, and potential trade candidates ahead of the trade deadline. After the break, JD returns to the NBA and discusses the state of New York City as the Finals continue. 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.

Buffalo Bisons manager Casey Candaele (2:27) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker following some rehab starts from Dylan Cease, Max Scherzer and Shane Bieber. The skipper outlines the plan for Bieber's second rehab start tonight, what Bisons regulars have learned from the experienced group of starters, Davis Schneider's progress at the plate, and much more. Later, Jeff and Kevin open the Back Leg Line to answer your calls and questions, including what to expect from Alejandro Kirk when he returns, and what the Jays should do with Scherzer. 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap Max Scherzer's return outing against the Philadelphia Phillies, how the Blue Jays should use him moving forward after the loss, and where the Jays rank in extra-base hits through June. Then, Chris Rose (26:56) of Baseball Today joins the guys to chat about how John Schneider and the rest of the staff should approach Scherzer about his future, the need for Vlad Jr. to produce runs, and if the Chicago White Sox can challenge the Cleveland Guardians for the division.  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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-4 loss vs. the Phillies to wrap up the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the return of Max Scherzer - despite notching the milestone K, what does the future look like for Mad Max, both as a Blue Jay and overall? They get into the offence scuffling against Jesús Luzardo - why does it seem to struggle against pitchers with an inflated ERA? Plus, they look ahead to the conclusion of the homestand, which ends in a showdown with the Yankees.   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.

Blake Murphy is joined by Dan Shulman to discuss Max Scherzer recording his 3500th strikeout, his outing and the looming decision at catcher with Alejandro Kirk returning in the coming days. Afterwards, Buffalo Bisons infielder/outfielder Davis Schneider (29:26) reflects on last season, the atmosphere in the Blue Jays clubhouse and the copious amount of walks he's earned at Triple-A. Michael Schur and Joe Posnanski (50:11), authors of "Big Fan: Two Friends, 82,490 Miles, and the Wild, Wonderful Sports We Love", discuss the vision behind the book, travels while completing the project, Vladimir Guerrero's struggles, the Boston Red Sox's issues and more. Lastly, Leo Morgenstern (1:21:08) describes why the 2026 season is the year of the left-handed hitter and gives his take on where the Jays stand at midway point of June. 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 affiliate.

On the latest edition of Jays Talk: Field Access, Blue Jays radio play-by-play voice Ben Shulman chats with a pair of Blue Jays alumni: Edwin Encarnación (2:02) down on the field, while José Bautista (5:58) stops by the radio booth to join Ben and Chris Leroux during a game. Plus, Ben chats with reliever Adam Macko (14:02) in the dugout about his MLB debut.     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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start the second hour with a recap of the Knicks' historic comeback over the Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals last night. They discuss New York's mentality in the second half, how much blame San Antonio deserves for blowing the 29-point lead, and why they didn't turn to Victor Wembanyama more down the stretch. The guys also chat about OG Anunoby's game-winning shot, look back on the trade that sent him from Toronto to New York, and project what's ahead for Game 5 on Saturday. After the break, the guys welcome Oliver Platt (27:05), One Soccer analyst, to preview the World Cup! He shares his expectations for Team Canada at a home, if they can escape the group stage, the most important players down the lineup without Alphonso Davies and Moïse Bombito, and more. 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Thursday morning with thoughts on the Blue Jays 7-4 loss to the Phillies last night. They look at Max Scherzer's return to the mound, his outlook this season, and if Spencer Miles has earned that final rotation spot. The guys also touch on George Springer's return to the leadoff spot with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. right behind him, and the reasoning behind Andrés Giménez not getting the start at second base. Ben and Brent then tee up the Canadian Open at TPC Toronto alongside Sportsnet golf analyst, Adam Stanley! He discusses how conditions are shaping up on the course, the surprisingly stacked field just one week out from the US Open, the Canadians to watch this weekend, and more! 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Thursday by chatting with Adnan Virk about NBA Finals Game 4 in New York. They discuss the Knicks' surprising comeback—is it due to their performance or the Spurs' mistakes? Adnan shares thoughts on the embrace of OG Anunoby in NYC and why Victor Wembanyama wasn't featured at the end. They also compare the NBA Finals to the Stanley Cup Finals and evaluate the star power in both series. After the break, Blake Murphy (23:52) joins to discuss the Knicks' comeback, Raptors fans' feelings on Anunoby's trade, and De'Aaron Fox's future with the Spurs. The conversation touches on Max Scherzer's performance as well. 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 affiliate.

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 developments in Detroit around Dylan Larkin (46:11). The fellas talk about Mike McCarron's contract extension (52:40). The Final Thought focuses on the top prospects that were present at Game 4 (54:57).  Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (1:00:40). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Cristian Ceniti and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. 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

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the latest on the Oilers and their reported pursuit of Mike Babcock as head coach, with the NHLPA requesting that the league open its investigation into his Columbus tenure. Then, they look back on Carolina's Game 4 win over the Golden Knights to knot up the Stanley Cup Final, Brandon Bussi's performance in net, and whether Vegas should consider turning to Adin Hill over Carter Hart. Later, Sports 1440's Jason Gregor (31:45) stops by to discuss the Oilers' chaotic coaching search, why he's not sold on Babcock, and the likelihood that Darnell Nurse is moved in the offseason. 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Yahoo Sports' Steve Jones (1:45) ahead of Game 4 of the NBA Finals! They discuss what the Spurs need from Wemby and whether the French superstar has more to give, who the Knicks need to step up more between KAT and Jalen Brunson, and much more! Then, Ailish and Justin are joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli (26:26). They break down his reporting surrounding Mike Babcock and the Edmonton Oilers before teeing up Game 5 Of The Stanley Cup Finals! They discuss the goaltending decisions from the Canes, Staal's incredible finals, and much more! 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap Dylan Cease's successful outing following his IL stint against the Phillies, if he has a case to make the All-Star game, why Brandon Valenzuela has solidified his case to remain on the main roster once Alejandro Kirk comes back, George Springer's return to lead-off after Vladimir Guerrero Jr. held his spot for one game, what Vlad Jr. should focus on during his at-bats and expectations for Max Scherzer first start since his injury. Then, ESPN insider and host of Sources Tell, Jeff Passan (30:45), joins the guys to chat about why we haven't seen the best of the Blue Jays yet through June, where Louis Varland ranks among the best closers and relivers this season, Springer's future role, and if MLB will replicate a similar salary cap structure to other leagues.  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.

Former Blue Jays MVP Josh Donaldson (0:43) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to kick off the second hour. He shares his experience playing in a local slow-pitch softball game, the challenges Max Scherzer faces as he returns to the Jays' rotation, and how Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can get his power back. Then, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability ahead of the Jays' series finale against the Phillies. Later, Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker (27:05) joins the show to discuss what he expects from Scherzer in his return, the team's confidence in Jeff Hoffman, the expanded workloads for Braydon Fisher and Mason Fluharty, and whether Spencer Miles will get a look in higher leverage. 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 3-2 walk-off win vs. the Phillies to even the series at one game apiece in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the play of Brandon Valenzuela - how does he continue to raise his game going forward? They also discuss Dylan Cease striking out 11 Phillies in his return from the IL - is that one of the most dominant starts of his career? Plus, they get into the big plays of the game, including Jesús Sánchez with a solo shot off Zack Wheeler, the baserunning in the ninth, and Jeff Hoffman looking good in relief.   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.

Blake Murphy is joined by Chris Leroux to discuss Tyler Heineman's role with the team, Brandon Valenzuela's future and Adam Macko getting sent down to Triple-A. Mitch Bannon (28:10) of the Athletic breaks down the win vs. the Phillies and if we'll learn who the 2026 Blue Jays truly are in the coming weeks. Former MLB Pitcher and All-Star Shane Greene (50:00) joins to discuss his YouTube channel, playing ball in the Dominican Republic and Mexico, and the advice he gives to younger pitchers. Lastly, Vancouver Canadians pitcher Nolan Perry (1:15:25) breaks down his pitch mixing, playing in Vancouver and the pitchers he likes watching operate. 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning begin the second hour live from the Joe Carter Celebrity Charity Golf Classic alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show! He discusses his takeaways from Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, Mitch Marner's case to win the Conn Smythe regardless of Vegas' result, and if we will see Frederik Andersen again in this series. The guys also chat about the Maple Leafs' coaching search, the five names rumoured to be in the running for the job, and more! After the break, the guys welcome on the organizers of Joe Carter Classic, Rahul Mehta and Pierre Frappier, share a bit of the event's backstory and how it's grown over 17 years! 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the Blue Jays' dramatic walk-off win, whether it could mark a turning point in their season, and the biggest concerns surrounding the roster, including George Springer's future. Russell Martin joins the show to discuss his new podcast, his time in Toronto, and the Blue Jays' championship aspirations. Later, Joe Carter and Cito Gaston (34:11) reflect on their Blue Jays careers and how the game has evolved. Finally, Josh Donaldson shares his thoughts on the current club, the impact of injuries, and last year's World Series run. 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome Brad Gushue to discuss his golf game, the Olympic “cheating” controversy, and the future of curling. Emma Miskew (14:24) reflects on her Olympic experience and how the sport continues to evolve. Later, Jeremy Roenick shares his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final and Mitch Marner's success in Vegas. The show wraps up with Adam Henrique weighing in on the Oilers' interest in Mike Babcock and the current state of Edmonton. 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 affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Wednesday morning by recapping the Blue Jays walk off victory over the Phillies last night. The boys discuss the sustainability of Toronto's style of play, Louis Varland giving up a run for the first time in a over a month, and Dylan Cease showing no signs of rust in his return. They also touch of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. moving up to bat leadoff and Jesús Sánchez' underrated season so far. After the break, the guys turn their attention towards the Hurricanes Game 4 victory over the Golden Knights. Are we watching one of the best Stanley Cup Finals on record? They examine Brandon Bussi's performance in goal, who will start between the pipes in Game 5, and which team has the edge heading into a best-of-three. Ben and Brent close out the morning with the Subaru Golf report looking at the featured groups from the opening round of the Canadian Open. 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with the news out of Edmonton as the Oilers seem poised to hire Mike Babcock as their next head coach. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (8:25), stops by to help tee up Game 4 between the Golden Knights and Hurricanes. He breaks down the first three games by the numbers, why Carolina should turn to Brandon Bussi, and why Mitch Marner has found more playoff success in Vegas than in Toronto. After, they get into a Stanley Cup Final-themed edition of Grill Marks! Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Bruce Cassidy's narrowing options, Michael McCarron signing a six-year extension with the Wild, and potential trade packages for Dylan Larkin. 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.

Ahead of Game 4 Of The Stanley Cup Finals, ESPN's Sean McDonough joins the show (1:45) to preview the pivotal contest. They break down how Carolina can stay in the game, whether Jordan Staal has been Carolina's best player, and much more. Then, former Vegas Golden Knights Defenceman Deryk Engelland joins the show (27:15) to discuss how Mitch Marner has integrated into the Golden Knights' culture, how the team was built from day one, how Vegas will follow up a dramatic Game 3, and much more.  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.

JD tips off the show with his thoughts on the Blue Jays' 5-2 loss in their series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies. He breaks down the hot streak Ernie Clement is on, the poor play of George Springer, and the never-ending disappointment of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. JD and Ray Ferraro, NHL analyst for Sportsnet and ESPN, discuss the incredibly exciting ride that the Stanley Cup Final has been, a potential goalie decision for Carolina ahead of Game 4, the Mitch Marner saga, and the impact leaving Toronto has had on him. They wrap things up with NHL Combine chatter, as Ray shares his opinion on who the Leafs should take with the No. 1 pick. After the break, JD shares his thoughts on Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Victor Wembanyama's ability to wreck the game, and the pressure the Knicks now face ahead of Game 4. 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker share their reaction to reinstating Dylan Cease to start in their second game against the Phillies and sending Adam Macko to Triple-A, the new batting order with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. moved to the leadoff spot, why George Springer won't be an everyday player moving forward, and how Cease should attack the Phillies' hitters. Then, MLB Network's Jon Morosi joins the guys (27:55) to chat about why a winning baseball club hinges on Vladdy, why John Schneider made the right decision to shake up the order, how Alejandro Kirk's pending return could affect the roster, specifically Springer, Aaron Judge's extended absence, why the Yankees aren't rushing to trade, and if Tarik Skubal will be on the move.  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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the second hour by listening to John Schneider's availability ahead of the Blue Jays' second game against the Philadelphia Phillies, where the skipper discussed the decision to move Vladdy Jr. to the leadoff spot. Then, Phillies manager and former Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly joins the show (8:10) to discuss taking over the manager job mid-season, what he learned from his time in Toronto, what it's like working with his son, Preston, as a GM, the pressure in Philly, and managing elite veterans like Cristopher Sánchez and Bryce Harper. Later, Blue Jays Central's Joe Siddall (27:42) stops by to weigh in on Vladdy Jr.'s move to the leadoff spot, the Jays' catcher decision, what to expect from Dylan Cease in his return tonight, and the odd-pitchers-out when Shane Bieber and Max Scherzer return. 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Vegas' dramatic win over Carolina in Game 3 to go up 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Mitch Marner's hat trick, why he's found more playoff success with the Knights than with the Leafs, Vegas' blown four-goal lead, whether Brandon Bussi's relief appearance earned him the start in Game 4, and Brayden McNabb's toughness. Then, they discuss the LA Kings hiring Peter Laviolette as head coach, what it means for the Leafs in their coaching search, Joe Pavelski emerging as a candidate, what a Calder Cup win would mean for Easton Cowan, Dylan Larkin revealing his list of preferred teams to be traded to, and the Oilers' reported interest in Mike Babcock for head coach. 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.

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 on the NHL Draft Combine back in Buffalo (30:57). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (40:00). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Cristian Ceniti and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. 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

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 LA and Toronto coaching searches (43:51). Kyle and Elliotte talk about the sale of the Barrie Colts (48:14). The Final Thought focuses on the NHL Awards that were announced (50:00).  Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (57:08). Today we highlight "Too Tough to Die" by Australian rockers The Lazys. Check their music out here. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. 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