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In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with Elliotte's travel mishap getting to Vancouver, before diving into a league where every game is starting to feel more meaningful as the playoff races tighten. They discuss the Columbus Blue Jackets holding a playoff spot under Rick Bowness (8:45), Edmonton's disappointing loss to Florida and Kris Knoblauch's measured response (13:25), and Brady Tkachuk's heart-to-heart with coach Green leading Ottawa to a big win over the Islanders (16:40). The guys also get into heated discussions from the GM meetings around the NHL playoff format (26:45), Auston Matthews undergoing surgery on his MCL with a lengthy recovery ahead (32:00), and Nashville's accelerating GM search (35:45). The Final Thought focuses on player safety discussions at the GM meetings, where headshots were addressed but goalie interference proved to be the most contentious topic (37:30). Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (47:02). Today we highlight Hamilton-based singer-songwriter and screen composer Alex Whorms and her track PARANOID! Check her 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
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to Leon Draisaitl leaving Sunday's game after a hit from Ozzy Wiesblatt, while the Oilers don't sound overly concerned and responded on the ice. They discuss Connor McDavid weighing in on player safety and suspensions, and what Gary Bettman's response could be when the Board of Governors meets in Florida (5:51). The guys also touch on World Cup of Hockey host cities being on the BOG agenda (22:30), while goalie interference debate resurfaces again after the Ottawa–Anaheim incident over the weekend (23:40). They note the end of Dave Alter's impressive reporting streak (31:00), Mason McTavish's surprising healthy scratch (35:30), and a tough weekend for Montreal despite Jacob Fowler continuing to show promise (40:30). The episode also covers Bobby McMann's hot start in Seattle (44:30), the tightening playoff races (47:50), Dan Muse entering the Coach of the Year conversation (48:40), and where Macklin Celebrini might land on Hart Trophy ballots (50:30). The Final Thought focuses on Cole Hutson signing a three-year entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals (52:30). Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:00:56). Today we highlight a London, Ontario indie rock band Modern Morals and their track Yitzbin. Check them 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
The Toronto Maple Leafs push the Sabres to a shootout, but fall 3-2 in Buffalo. Sam McKee and guest host Brent Gunning break down the game and discuss a more visible physical edge from the Leafs after Radko Gudas' dirty hit on Auston Matthews went unanswered. Then, they share their concerns for the tank, discuss the impacts of recent call-ups Bo Groulx and Michael Pezzetta, and weigh in on Joseph Woll's stellar performance. Finally, they react to Gudas' suspension and discuss how his hit and the Leafs' lack of response will factor into Matthews' future as a Leaf. 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 episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with Auston Matthews taking a knee-on-knee hit from Radko Gudas and the lack of response from the Maple Leafs. They discuss uncertainty around Brad Treliving's future as he approaches the final year of his contract (8:30), and the tightening playoff races across both the Eastern (10:00) and Western (21:00) conferences. Elliotte also shares that Nashville appears to be interviewing candidates for its GM position (22:30), before the guys weigh in on NHL awards voting and the difficulty of winning the Hart Trophy in a league with players like Connor McDavid for Nikita Kucherov (25:30). They also dive into Nathan MacKinnon and a confusing goaltender interference call and the differences between NHL and IIHF rules (29:00), Connor Bedard's big night against Utah (37:00), and Utah locking up Nick Schmaltz to an eight-year deal (40:00). The episode also touches on the NHL modifying its penalty against the Ottawa Senators (42:30), Montreal pushing toward the top of the Atlantic with Jacob Fowler impressing in net (47:30), and a Final Thought on Elliotte returning to co-host the Canucks for Kids Telethon (52:04) Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (55:41). In the final segment Kyle and Elliotte speak with Glenn Healy ahead of the 2026 Keith Magnuson Man of the Year Award Night (1:20:46) Today we highlight soul and R&B singer/songwriter Jules and his song Karma feat. Naomi. Check out his 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 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
Nick Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' win over the Anaheim Ducks to snap their losing streak. They discuss Radko Gudas' dirty hit that injured Auston Matthews, the lack of immediate response, and Easton Cowan taking initiative in the third period. Later, they check in on Matthews' status for the rest of the season, debate what an appropriate suspension length for Gudas would be, and discuss whether injuries are the prime reason for Matthews' decline. Finally, they take your calls on the Leafs 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.
Nick Kypreos and guest host Gord Stellick are joined by former NHL president, general manager and head coach Doug MacLean (1:31) to discuss Radko Gudas' knee-on-knee collision with Auston Matthews, how Leafs' GM Brad Treliving can rectify the losing season, Detroit Red Wings' slide, why the Edmonton Oilers can't rely on just Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to help them win a Stanley Cup, how he would rebuild a team through the draft, and which teams could sneak into a post-season spot. Then, Nick, Gord and Sam McKee weigh in on the NHL Global Series shifting to Germany in December for the 2026-27 season, if fans saw the last game with Matthews in a Leafs jersey, and Connor McDavid dropping the gloves against the Dallas Stars. 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 Toronto Maple Leafs defeat the Anaheim Ducks 6-4 to snap their eight-game losing streak. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the win and discuss Radko Gudas' greasy knee-on-knee hit that injured Auston Matthews, the lack of immediate response, and the delayed response that followed in one of the Leafs' stronger third periods all season. Then, they get into Easton Cowan's fight, Bo Groulx's first goal as a Leaf, and what the win means for the Leafs' tank. 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 reporter Hazel Mae (0:47) joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to help set the stage for Canada vs. USA, Canada's first-ever game in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals. Later, Elliotte Friedman stops by (12:21) to pay off his bet for losing in the In-Season Cup, as well as serving the cast of the FAN Pregame a steak dinner! Friedge sticks around for the Friday Free-For-All, and he shares some thoughts on the Raptors, the World Baseball Classic, whether Ailish should pursue a return to pro hockey, his Vikings signing Kyler Murray, 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 rides solo on today's show as Kevin Barker travels to Dunedin to take in some Blue Jays spring training action. We hear the latest updates from John Schneider including José Berríos' doctor's visit, before Chris Leroux (06:22), former MLB pitcher and Sportsnet analyst, joins the conversation. They chat about who's in line to start in Toronto's rotation, before setting the stage for Canada's matchup against Team USA in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinal. After the break, ESPN's Jeff Passan (27:04) shares his thoughts on tonight's Canada-USA clash, Mark DeRosa's blunder, and the top contenders to win the tournament. They wrap up the week by detailing Jeff's latest ultimate season preview and getting his view on the 2026 Blue Jays. 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.
It's been a huge week for Canadian Baseball. Shi Davidi joins Ben to talk about what Canada's big win means (00:34), what it's like at the WBC (14:27) and what to expect against Team USA (32:15). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca 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 are joined by Jason Bukala to discuss the Auston Matthews incident and the Leafs' lack of response. They explore the team's DNA, potential changes in coaching or management to boost passion, and whether this core is fixable. How should Matthews feel about his teammates' support? Afterward, MLB Network's Adnan Virk (28:50) joins to discuss Canada's quarterfinal matchup against America, their chances, and the implications for both teams. 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 wrap up the week by recapping the Maple Leafs' victory over the Anaheim Ducks. They look into the fallout from the game including Auston Matthews' injury and the team's lack of response, along with the post-game comments from team leaders and ongoing questions about the group's toughness, cohesion, and mentality. They also discuss Radko Gudas' role in the incident, whether he could face supplemental discipline, and how the Leafs might respond in their next meeting with Anaheim. After the break, the guys preview the Raptors taking on the Suns, what's at stake for Toronto, and the disappointment over the team's lack of response to Jamal Shead on Wednesday, before wrapping up the hour with a first-round recap of The Players Championship. 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 begin the second hour by previewing Canada's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal against the United States. They break down how the Canadian roster matches up, what a successful start from Michael Soroka would look like, and James Paxton's impressive return from retirement. The guys also examine which Canadian hitters need to step up, what's at stake for the Americans, and the controversy around Team USA wearing Olympic hockey jerseys for the game and how Canada should respond. After the break, Sportsnet.ca Raptors reporter Michael Grange (29:07) joins the show to discuss the Jamal Shead incident and whether it reflects a lack of leadership or edge within the team. They explore whether the Raptors need a more aggressive presence to take the next step, if their fourth-quarter struggles stem from leadership issues or poor shooting, Immanuel Quickley's season and the expectations tied to his contract, and whether NBA fans are becoming desensitized to greatness given Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's performances. 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 and Justin Bourne are joined by former NHLer and NHL on TNT analyst Eddie Olczyk (7:39) to discuss if the Atlantic Division-leading Buffalo Sabres are the real deal for the Stanley Cup, New York Islanders' trade deadline moves and their playoff outlook with Matthew Schaefer, why the Maple Leafs and Canucks needed to be aggressive at the deadline, and if he has any concerns for the Oilers' post-season run despite their blueline and goaltending struggles. Then, the founder of Sin Bin Vegas, Ken Boehlke (32:42), jumps on to chat about the sliding Golden Knights, Mitch Marner's acclimation with the team, if goaltending is the sole factor for goals against, and why fans haven't ruled out Mark Stone's availability. 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 a conversation around the developing narrative about Toronto media's influence on the Maple Leafs. Then, they discuss the Leafs calling up Michael Pezzetta ahead of their Thursday-night matchup against the Ducks, Easton Cowan's promotion to the top line, and what Morgan Rielly needs to show down the stretch to save his value. Then, Hockey Hall of Famer and Ducks special advisor Scott Niedermayer joins the show (34:15) to discuss Anaheim's development this season, the impacts of veteran voices like Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba, the Joel Quenneville effect, 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.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Frank Seravalli. They break down why the Leafs are only calling up Michael Pezzetta now, the smoke surrounding Matthew Knies at the deadline, Anaheim's addition of John Carlson, if there is a path for the Buffalo Sabres to the Stanley Cup Final, the favourite in the East, the biggest games of the night, 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 affiliate.
JD reacts to Canada qualifying into the knockout round at the World Baseball Classic. Sportsnet's Chris Leroux, former MLB and Team Canada pitcher, analyzes Canada's history and why this moment is special, Canada matching up with the United States in the quarterfinals, what advantages Canada may have over USA, where Canada needs to improve in developing players, Owen Cassie's chances to become a household name, and the Jays cautionary strategy with Trey Yesavage. JD reacts to a bad Raptors loss to end the hour. 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.
Jackie Redmond, from the NHL on TNT and WWE, joins JD to talk about her experience at the Winter Olympics, the recent successes for the sport of hockey, how different public relations teams handle player access, and the difference between the Toronto's sports market and others. 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 open today's episode with thoughts on Team Canada's historic win over Cuba to qualify for the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic. They touch on the complicating factors of José Berríos' injury, before digging in on the players that contributed to Canada's success. Kevin Gausman (06:58), Toronto Blue Jays pitcher, joins the boys live from Dunedin to discuss the team's revamped rotation, building off last year's World Series run, and his process of getting ready for the season. KG also chats about being a baseball dad, his first impressions of Dylan Cease, the potential of starting on Opening Day, and much more! Later, we hear John Schneider's comments on Berríos' status, before the boys open up the "Back Leg Line" to respond to your questions and comments (26:48). 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.
How does this pitching puzzle fit together? Sportsnet's David Singh joins Ben to talk about Trey Yesavage (07:59), covering spring training (23:59) and WBC handshake etiquette (29:34). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca 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 with Toronto Star writer and Leafs historian Damien Cox. They discuss how the Maple Leafs can return to playoff contention, the need for a president of hockey operations, and whether Brad Treliving deserves another chance. They also explore accountability within the front office, the implications of no-trade clauses, and potential leadership candidates. After the break, they welcome new TFC player Josh Sargent (24:38), who shares his excitement about joining the team, his impressions of Toronto, and the perception of MLS in Europe. He reflects on his World Cup experience and the budding rivalry in CONCACAF between Canada and the U.S. They conclude by previewing the Leafs' game against the Ducks tonight. 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 open the second hour by welcoming MLB Network insider Jon Morosi to the show. They discuss the strong play of Team Italy and the impact the tournament is having on the global growth of baseball, before the conversation shifts to Canada reaching the quarterfinals. The boys take a look ahead to their matchup with the United States, discuss the potential significance of a Canadian victory, and examine the pressure on Team USA manager Mark DeRosa. After the break, Sportsnet's Adam Stanley (25:34) stops by to preview The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass. He shares his expectations for Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka in his return to the PGA Tour, what the tour might look like under new commissioner Brian Rolapp, and potential improvements to the PGA playoff format. 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 open Thursday's show by discussing Canada's historic win over Cuba to advance the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals. They highlight the strong performances from Cal Quantrill, Owen Caissie, and James Paxton, while looking ahead to Canada's chances against the United States and the tournament favourites. After the break, they break down the Raptors' disappointing loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, the shift in the team's recent vibes, and the lack of response after Jamal Shead was hit late in the game. They close by reacting to Gary Bettman's comments on NHL parity, debating whether parity should be the league's goal, the value of dynasties, and how factors like taxes and weather affect competitive balance. 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 the Toronto Maple Leafs' eighth straight loss, a 3-1 defeat to the Montreal Canadiens. They discuss the optics of fans cheering for losses as the team chases its top-5 protected draft pick, whether it's time to move off Craig Berube, and if the Leafs really are as bad as they've played since the Olympic break. Then, they discuss Auston Matthews' regression as his scoring slump hits 12 games. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam dip into McKee's Midweek Mailbag to answer your comments and questions, including whether the Leafs need to add toughness, what the organisation should look for in their next GM, 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.
Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Sportsnet host David Amber (0:52) to chat about the state of the Eastern Conference, the promising young core with the Montreal Canadiens, if he was surprised by the quiet trade deadline for Montreal, Nathan MacKinnon's collision with Connor Ingram, questions around Alexander Ovechkin's future, and which direction should the Maple Leafs and Canucks take as they both near the bottom of the standings. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee dive deeper into MacKinnon hitting the Oilers' goalie, the connection between Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl on offence, and the chance we see Canadian NHL teams losing superstars. 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 Toronto Maple Leafs' slide continues in Montreal, as they fall 3-1 to the Canadiens. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game and discuss the Leafs' standing in their pursuit of a bottom-five finish, the team playing with pride after a rough opening period, and William Nylander leading by example. Then, they chat about Bo Groulx's impactful Leafs debut, Jake McCabe standing up for Easton Cowan, and their thoughts on a rumoured deal between the Leafs and Habs for Matthew Knies before the trade deadline. 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 Sportsnet's John Bartlett (1:13) ahead of the Habs' matchup against the Senators. They discuss the Habs' push for the playoffs, their lack of trade deadline moves, the team's goaltending, Jacob Fowler getting the call-up tonight, and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin discuss the latest from the World Baseball Classic and the ethics behind Bam Adebayo's historic night before welcoming Brandon Wile to the show (26:04). They break down Canada's big win over Cuba as they now head to Houston to compete in the WBC Quarterfinals, the antics throughout the tournament so far, Team USA not knowing the standings, the tie-breaking rules at the tournament, 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.
Chris Mannix, writer and host at Sports Illustrated, joins JD Bunkis to break down how the NBA media and league office felt about Bam Adebayo's 83-point performance, why the Raptors can't beat good teams and how they get better, if Jayson Tatum's return means anything for soft tissue injuries at large, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's legacy and case for back-to-back MVP's, what makes Victor Wembanyama's special, and what he thinks will be the most likely solution to the tank wars. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' 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 reacts to a wild night in sports and focuses on the current state of Maple Leafs fans. Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos joins JD to talk about what a prospective trade for Matthew Knies would have looked like, why the Leafs may have considered moving on from Knies, if he's convinced one way or the other with the Leafs direction, if a Knies trade is more likely in the future now that his name has been floated in the media, if Brad Treliving's job security has possibly changed, if he thinks the Leafs could go back to having a president of hockey operations role and if there's a chance the NHL could step in to curtail the no-move clauses in contracts. JD and Producer Armen then discuss Bam Adebayo's outrageous 83-point performance. 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 open today's show with thoughts on Team USA's loss to Italy in the World Baseball Classic, opening the possibility of USA not qualifying for the quarterfinals. Jon Morosi (07:17), MLB Network insider, joins the boys to reflect on Manager Mark DeRosa's confusion about his team's clinching scenario, how the Italians were able to complete the upset, and Canada's outlook heading into this afternoon's must-win against Cuba. Joe Siddall (30:00), former MLB catcher and Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, checks in to discuss Canada's opportunity to advance, before checking in the standout performers from Blue Jays spring training. They touch on Toronto's stretch of four-consecutive shutout wins, Brandon Valenzuela's upside behind the plate, the battle for the final rotation spots, Addison Barger's strong spring, and what Dylan Cease needs to get to the next level. 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 the final hour with Sportsnet's MLB reporter Shi Davidi, live from San Juan, Puerto Rico. They discuss Canada's win last night: does it align with the usual tournament pattern of unexpected victories and expected losses? As Canada faces Cuba today, what does success look like? They also evaluate Owen Caissie's performance and the effectiveness of 'Big Doctor' in yesterday's game. Shi shares his thoughts on Team Canada's pitching rotation and the tournament format. The conversation shifts to the Raptors, analyzing their struggles against top teams and what needs to change. Can Scottie Barnes become an MVP candidate? With two All-Stars, why do they still seem far from contention? What's the best path forward for the team? (27:22) 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 open Wednesday morning breaking down the Maple Leafs' eighth straight loss. They look into the team's effort against the Montreal Canadiens, their history of slow starts, the draft implications of their recent play, and Bo Groulx's debut. They also talk about Jake McCabe standing up for Easton Cowan and what it might signal about the team's toughness moving forward. The conversation shifts to William Nylander's pregame comments and what they say about his mindset this season. The guys then move to the World Baseball Classic, highlighting Canada's win over Puerto Rico, Owen Caissie's hot hitting, and Canada's matchup today with Cuba. They also discuss Team USA's loss to Italy and the potential impact if the Americans were eliminated, including Mark DeRosa's confusion over tournament rules. Ben and Brent wrap up the show with a golf update, touching on Brooks Koepka's social habits and how they might affect his game. 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 open the second hour by discussing reports about Brad Treliving's future in Toronto. They debate how much responsibility he bears for the team's recent struggles and whether he deserves another chance to build the roster. They also consider Craig Berube's future with the team, the performance of the current roster during an eight-game losing streak, and which players might deserve sympathy. The conversation then shifts to the Raptors' poor fourth-quarter performance against the Houston Rockets and concerns about whether the team has reached its ceiling. The guys also touch on Bam Adebayo's 83-point game against the Wizards and how it compares to Kobe Bryant's famous 81-point performance. After the break, Sportsnet's Luke Fox (30:25) joins from Montreal to share his thoughts on the Leafs' recent play since the Olympics, the reports about Treliving potentially getting another opportunity to reshape the roster, Craig Berube's changing demeanor during the season, and how the rest of the season may unfold. 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 and Justin Bourne welcome back New York Rangers analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (5:38) to chat about if there's a path out of a rebuild for the Rangers, why the Colorado Avalanche are the winners coming out of the trade deadline, if the red-hot Buffalo Sabres have the right goaltenders for a deep Stanley Cup Playoff run, why Tristan Jarry's comments about his blueline could haunt him heading into the later stages of the season, what has changed for Brandon Bussi before and after the Winter Olympics, why the Pittsburgh Penguins could slip down the standings, and if the L.A. Kings can sneak into the post-season picture. Then, Vally brings back Grill Marks and asks Nick, Justin and Sam McKee who is the most consistent goalie, the most consistent bad goaltending, and which goaltender has the wildest swings. Afterwards, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Alexander Ovechkin revealing what factors will lead him to decide to retire from the NHL. 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 ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Montreal Canadiens, with newly called-up Bo Groulx set to make his Leafs debut. They revisit yesterday's conversation about a rumoured trade between the Leafs and Habs for Matthew Knies, whether the Leafs should pick the talks back up in the offseason, and what return it would take to move him. Later, TVA's Renaud Lavoie joins the show (25:45) to help tee up tonight's game, discuss the deals the Canadiens did and did not make at the trade deadline, and weigh in on whether they missed an opportunity to improve between the pipes. 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 Craig Simpson ahead of the Leafs matchup against the Habs! They discuss how the Leafs players adjust to being on a losing team, what the Leafs need to show in the last stretch of the season, how the Habs locker room reacts to not making any deadline moves, the atmosphere at the Bell Centre, and much more. Then, Gene Principe joins the show ahead of the Oilers matchup against the Avalanche. They discuss the Oilers goals for the remainder of the season, the teams goaltending situation, how the Oilers trade deadline acquisitions fit in with the team, 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 affiliate.
JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, debate if Canada has real pressure at the World Baseball Classic, what would make it feel more important, and if Owen Cassie can become a Canadian household name. JD and Ben then discuss Max Scherzer's strong spring training debut, the Blue Jays deployment of Trey Yesavage, and how the Jays starting rotation could shake out. 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.
NFL insider James Palmer joins JD to get into the start of NFL free agency; what moves he thought were the most potent and most surprising, if DJ Moore materially changes the Buffalo Bills, where Kyler Murray is most likely to land, Tua Tagovailoa as an Atlanta Falcon, and Geno Smith's future. The show ends with 'What we Missed!' 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 open the show setting up this afternoon's Blue Jays game against the Atlanta Braves with José Berríos taking the mound. They sort through the lineups for today's game and detail how the bullpen is shaping up, before moving on to discuss tonight's World Baseball Classic matchup between Canada and Puerto Rico with Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (12:21). They dive into the strengths and weaknesses of Team Canada's squad and outline their path to the quarterfinals. David Samson (28:22), former MLB executive and host of Nothing Personal, chats about the business side of the WBC, the best stories from the tournament so far, Randy Arozarena and Cal Raleigh's moment at home plate, 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 welcome NHL Insider Frank Seravalli to discuss the future of the Leafs, exploring potential offseason changes, Auston Matthews' market value, and the trade deadline's inactivity. They then talk to TVA's Renaud Lavoie (29:34) about the Canadiens' lack of trades, new CBA impacts, and the team's outlook. They wrap up by comparing the Leafs' and Senators' futures. 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.
Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with Buffalo and Tampa Bay's wild 8–7 thriller, highlighting Rasmus Dahlin's elite play (7:30), before discussing Matt Barzal's hit on Macklin Celebrini (15:30) and Nazem Kadri's emotional return against Colorado (23:00). They move through league storylines including a proposal to extend overtime through the end of a power play (26:00), Winnipeg slipping in the standings (30:00), Edmonton's big win over Vegas (33:00), and questions about the Golden Knights following Alex Pietrangelo's absence (39:00). The guys also touch on Kent Hughes' mystery trade that never materialized (42:30), the Blues rebounding after a turbulent week, (48:00) the growing value of players with term (50:00), Nick Schmaltz's contract talks tied to playing center (52:00), concerns about Florida's "load management" (54:00), another note on the Kadri deal (57:00), and a Final Thought honoring Troy Murray (1:00:00). Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:06:58). 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
Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by host of Oilers Now and radio colour commentator Bob Stauffer (4:09) to chat about the importance of Edmonton's 4-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights, who the team will potentially lean on into the Stanley Cup Playoffs between Tristan Jarry or Connor Ingram, Kris Knoblauch maximizing his lines post-trade deadline, addresses the general management rumours and what he thinks of Edmonton's front office, and which player benefits from having Paul Coffey behind the bench. Then, co-host of Donnie and Dhali, Rick Dhaliwal, jumps on (35:59) to discuss the calls to shake up the Vancouver Canucks' front office, why it was difficult to move Elias Pettersson, and if a fractured relationship can be fixed between the Canucks and Pettersson. 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.
After reflecting over the weekend, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' trade deadline. They discuss Brad Treliving's interview with the show on Friday, his comment that the team 'will have a plan,' and how real the Matthew Knies market was. Then, they weigh the chances that Brad Treliving and/or Craig Berube return with the Leafs next season. Later, they discuss Oliver Ekman-Larsson's comments following the trade deadline, ways to improve the deadline, and what to expect from the Leafs down the home stretch. 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 Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer and Co-Host of Intentional Talk, Ryan Dempster (1:13). They discuss the WBC, Canada's opportunity to advance, his memories representing Canada at the WBC stage, the growth of Canada's Baseball landscape, and much more. Then, long-time Team Canada executive Greg Hamilton joins the show (27:03)! They discuss the current Canadian roster, the Naylors' impact, and they preview a must-win game against Puerto Rico tomorrow. Then, Ailish and Justin end things off discussing their reactions from the first weekend of NHL games following the trade deadline, the Habs rumoured big swing, 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.
Sportsnet's Jason Bukala, former director of amateur scouting for the Florida Panthers, joins JD Bunkis to break down Easton Cowan's disjointed season and how he was handled around the Olympic break, what Maple Leafs fans can expect from Ben Danford and Jacob Quillan, and what the word is around the 2027 NHL Draft. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' 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 reacts to the Maple Leafs activity, or lack thereof, at the NHL trade deadline. The Athletic's James Mirtle joins JD to compare Kyle Dubas' tenure in Toronto to Brad Treliving, if the litany of no-move clauses stumped the Leafs trade creativity, Craig Berube's imprint and if he has a future with the Leafs, why the Leafs considered trading Matthew Knies, how Auston Matthews complicates the Leafs direction, what the Leafs are sacrificing by prioritizing a retool over a rebuild, and if no-move clauses will become harder to acquire. The hour ends with JD's thoughts on the start of the World Baseball Classic. 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 kick off a new week on the program with thoughts on Team Canada's first weekend of action at the World Baseball Classic. They begin with James Paxton's costly error in Sunday's 4-3 loss to Panama, before taking a look at how some Blue Jays players are faring around the tournament. The boys pivot to the Grapefruit League to chat about the Jays' three-win weekend including Max Scherzer's four scoreless innings of work and Cody Ponce's latest outing. Chris Rose (27:23) of Jomboy Media joins to chat about Canada's path to the quarterfinals and the rise of the WBC over the years, before setting the stage for knockout round. 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.
Nearly a month into spring training, Arden checks in with thoughts on why Josh Kasevich is having such a strong camp (00:54), how recent performances by Addison Barger and Kevin Gausman connect to broader pre-season themes (13:12), and what makes Tyler Rogers so unique among MLB relievers (28:10). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca 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 Toronto Maple Leafs lose their seventh straight as they fall 5-2 to the Tampa Bay Lightning. JD Bunkis and Sam McKee break down the game before looking back on the Leafs' deadline moves. They discuss the returns on Scott Laughton, Nic Roy and Bobby McMann trades, Brad Treliving's future in Toronto, why Craig Berube should stay behind the bench for the rest of the regular season, 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.
In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the NHL trade deadline, starting with Nazem Kadri heading to Colorado and MacKenzie Weegar landing in Utah. They dig into the trades around the league, including fierce internal discussions in St. Louis during the Colton Parayko situation and frustration from some teams over the growing number of no-trade clauses (11:30). John Carlson trade reaction (21:30). The guys also break down how the deadline unfolded for Toronto as the organization looks to show Auston Matthews a clear plan forward (31:30), Buffalo's activity (41:00), Carolina's approach (44:00), and why Pittsburgh and Ottawa couldn't meet the price for Robert Thomas (46:27). They also touch on Philadelphia's attempt to swing big (52:38), and how the Rangers handled Vincent Trocheck discussions (53:50). Elliotte talks about Edmonton's moves (55:47) and Vancouver's difficult position heading into the stretch run (1:03:07) . The Final Thought focuses on Elliotte's memorable wardrobe choice during the deadline show. Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:08:45). Today we highlight self-taught 23-year-old Canadian born singer, writer, and producer BAD CHILD and his song WHITE KNIGHT. Check his 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 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