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In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman discuss the Edmonton Oilers clinching their second straight Western Conference Final after defeating the Dallas Stars in Game 5. They analyze Edmonton's chances against the Florida Panthers in a repeat of last year's Stanley Cup Final (14:37). The Final Thought focuses on the post-game exchange between Paul Maurice and Rod Brind'Amour regarding coaches joining the handshake line (24:53).Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions, comments, emails, and voicemails in the Thought Line (33:43).In the News & Notes segment, Kyle and Elliotte talk about Brad Treliving's end-of-season media availability and Mitch Marner's future (47:53). They discuss what's in store for the Carolina Hurricanes (57:52). The fellas also cover the Seattle Kraken's hiring of Lane Lambert as their next head coach (1:06:27). They delve into the remaining head coaching vacancies in Pittsburgh and Boston (1:09:14). They check in on the New York Rangers as changes are set to come for the Blueshirts (1:12:14). Finally, they talk about the PR mess the Washington Capitals had to deal with on Thursday (1:14:06).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 edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman discuss the Edmonton Oilers taking a 3-1 stranglehold over the Dallas Stars after defeating them on Tuesday night. They also delve into the Carolina Hurricanes breaking their 15-game Eastern Conference Final losing streak by staving off elimination against the Florida Panthers (21:22). The Final Thought congratulates the Minnesota Frost for clinching the PWHL title in back-to-back seasons (34:42).In the News & Notes segment, Kyle and Elliotte talk about the shuffling in the Tampa Bay front office after Mathieu Darche joined the Islanders (38:45). Elliotte follows up on the coaching vacancies with the Penguins, Bruins, and Kraken (43:51). The guys discuss K'Andre Miller's future as an RFA with the Rangers (47:12). Elliotte wraps up the podcast with an update on Darche's busy first days on Long Island (48:32).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

Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports, they talk the Abbotsford Canucks moving on to the next round of the AHL playoffs, they set up tonight's Oilers vs. Stars tilt with Sportsnet's Gene Principe, plus they chat with Surrey mayor Brenda Locke about their recently announced 10,000 capacity arena.  This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In hour two, Mike & Jason chat with DLLS_Sports Dallas Stars analyst Owen Newkirk (1:24) ahead of tonight's matchup versus the Oilers, plus we get the Edmonton side of things from Sportsnet's Gene Principe (23:18).  This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, debate if Daulton Varsho is the most important player on the Blue Jays and how to feel about Anthony Santander's slow start. Later (36:00), the duo banter about a couple sports trends on social media, before turning their attention to Keith Pelley addressing the gap between the Maple Leafs and their fans. 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 Game 3 of the Western Conference Final, as the Edmonton Oilers roll over the Dallas Stars 6-1 to take a 2-1 series lead. They then shift focus to the Eastern Conference Final, where the Carolina Hurricanes lost their 15th straight Conference Final game and concede a 3-0 series lead to the juggernaut Florida Panthers (20:58). The Final Thought highlights the USA winning its first IIHF Men's Worlds gold medal in 92 years (35:56).Kyle and Elliotte also answer listener voicemails and emails submitted via the Thought Line (42:48).In the News & Notes segment, Kyle and Elliotte discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs as a new era begins in the front office (56:17). The pair also talk about Mathieu Darche landing the New York Islanders GM position (1:03:16). They wrap up the podcast by providing updates on the remaining coaching vacancies around the NHL (1:09:38).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

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In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman kick off the podcast by delving into the Eastern Conference Final and the dominance shown so far by the Florida Panthers over the Carolina Hurricanes (7:00). They then shift gears to the Western Conference Final, where the Edmonton Oilers trail the Dallas Stars after coughing up a 3-1 lead in Game One (18:30). The Final Thought focuses on Denmark upsetting Canada in the IIHF Worlds quarterfinals on home soil (31:06).Kyle and Elliotte also answer listener voicemails and emails submitted via the Thought Line (36:41).In the News & Notes segment, Kyle and Elliotte unpack the Toronto Maple Leafs parting ways with Brendan Shanahan (51:09). They discuss what's next for Shanahan amid reports that he is being courted by the Islanders (1:01:56). Kyle and Elliotte also talk about the Chicago Blackhawks hiring Jeff Blashill as their next head coach (1:07:12). Friedge then rapid-fires through the remaining coaching vacancies in Pittsburgh, Boston, and Seattle (1:10:21).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

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Sportsnet's Mark Spector (2:58) ahead of a big Game 2 of the WCF between the Oilers and Stars. They discuss the mood in the Oilers' locker room following a massive collapse in Game 1, Edmonton's PK struggles, what the Oilers need from Stuart Skinner and more. Then, Sportsnet Leafs insider Luke Fox (25:14) joins the show to discuss Keith Pelley's press conference earlier today. They break down the biggest takeaways from the CEO of MLSE's address, Shanahan's departure, what he expects the team to do in the offseason, 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.

David Pagnotta, Editor in Chief of The Fourth Period, analyzes if the choice to let Brendan Shanahan walk was easy, what a new club president might mean, if there is awareness in the Leafs brass that the culture needs changes, and the Leafs' looming contract negotiations with Matthew Knies and John Tavares (00:00). Zach Harper, NBA writer at The Athletic, joins JD to discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder trending towards becoming the champions, the NBA's failure at selling small-market teams, and the exhausting discourse to avoid (24:30). 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 affiliates.

JD reacts to the departure of Brendan Shanahan from the Maple Leafs organization (00:00). Dan Shulman, Blue Jays play-by-play voice, joins JD to discuss how the Jays can stay afloat above a .500 win percentage, what feels sustainable so far, Daulton Varsho and Alejandro Kirk stepping up, the concern level about Jeff Hoffman, playing at the Tampa Bay Rays temporary stadium, and problem-solving the fifth rotation spot (9:00). JD touches on why the end of the Shanahan era of Leafs hockey was so frustrating (46:00). The views and opnions 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 are back on the airwaves following MLSE President and CEO Keith Pelley's press conference. After sharing their takeaways, the boys dive into the Blue Jays' sweep of the San Diego Padres! They chat about the keys that lifted Toronto past the Friars, John Schneider's best-managed series of the season, what to make of Bo Bichette's 2025 at the plate, and Bowden Francis' identity as a starter. Later on, Marc Topkin (28:08) of the Tampa Bay Times checks in on the Rays ahead of their upcoming series against the Blue Jays. He shares the state of affairs at the team's temporary home at George M. Steinbrenner Field, who needs to step up offensively, the quality pieces in the bullpen, and the outlook for a new stadium.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 Passan, MLB insider with ESPN, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to take a look around the majors including the Cardinals, Padres, Rockies, Mets, Braves, and of course, the Blue Jays! John Schneider (27:05), Manager of your Toronto Blue Jays, joins the guys to discuss the nuances of playing at George M. Steinbrenner Field this weekend. Skip shares an update on Andrés Giménez, Nick Sandlin, Max Scherzer, before getting into Nathan Lukes' walk-off hit, Jeff Hoffman's form of late, and the intricacies of pitching decisions. We wrap up this week on the program with today's listener question from Jim in Belleville, Ontario!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, Ben and Brent keep the focus on the story of the week: another disappointing Maple Leafs playoff exit and what changes it could signify this offseason. The hosts welcome on Damien Cox, longtime contributor with The Star, for his thoughts on the news that Brendan Shanahan's time in Toronto is over and what that means for the organization going forward. The trio discuss why ultimately the decision was made to not renew his contract, the obstacles he faced in his role, and if it was all mostly circumstance. Next the morning duo check in with NHL veteran and Sportsnet analyst, Blake Wheeler (31:11), for his thoughts on these Stanley Cup playoffs. They get into what makes the Panthers so dominant, how close the Leafs are to them, and what it means for a player to have "killer instinct" in the postseason.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 reflect on Brendan Shanahan's tenure with the Toronto Maple Leafs after it was announced today the team will be parting ways with its long-time President. Sportsnet studio host David Amber (13:00) weighs in on Shanahan's 11-year tour of duty, the evolution of the President's role, where the Leafs' organization needs to improve post-Shanahan and the front office's next steps. Then, they get into Team Canada's stunning elimination from the Hockey World Championship quarterfinals at the hands of the hosting Team Denmark, the Oilers' third-period collapse in Game 1 and Stuart Skinner's concerning play in the WCF opener. Later, they regroup with Sam to discuss the upcoming docuseries on the 1980s Oilers, The Great Ones.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 opens with his thoughts on the Indiana Pacers and Dallas Stars completing massive comebacks in their respective Conference Final openers, the Blue Jays' dominant win over the Padres, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning the NBA MVP award, and the reports around Brendan Shanahan meeting with the New York Islanders (00:00). Former NHL forward and three-time Stanley Cup champion, Pat Maroon, joins the show to discuss playing with Connor McDavid in Edmonton, Stuart Skinner's rollercoaster performance in these playoffs, playing for Craig Berube in St. Louis, facing off against Toronto in the playoffs, and the challenge of winning the Stanley Cup (25:37). 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 is joined by former Raptors guard and NBA Champion Norman Powell (00:00). They discuss his development in Toronto before the 2019 championship and the underrated moments of that playoff run, the difficulties of being defending champs in the bubble season, the disappointment of being traded to the Trail Blazers amidst the Raptors' change in direction, before chatting about his breakout season with the Clippers and what playing in Canada meant to him. Later, JD closes out the show with his thoughts on Tyrese Haliburton's heroics against the Knicks (43:46).  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. 

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In the final hour, Ben and Brent continue to look ahead to the future for Toronto sports teams. The hosts continue to discuss the MLSE board meeting today alongside Sportsnet's own Michael Grange. He weighs in on where Masai Ujiri could fit into a possible restructuring at the Raptors' parent company, before diving into Hamilton's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning the NBA's Most Valuable Player award and his place in Canada Basketball. The a.m. duo then turn their attention to the Blue Jays as they look for a sweep at home of the Padres. For this convo, they talk to former MLBer, SN590's Kevin Barker (24:20) to see what adjustments and changes he's seen from John Schneider and the Jays, as well as if its sustainable for the rest of the season.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 delve into Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final between the Florida Panthers and the Carolina Hurricanes. They briefly touch on the Dallas-Edmonton matchup (15:23). Kyle and Elliotte share their key takeaways from the Winnipeg Jets' final media conference before heading into the offseason (19:56). The Final Thought focuses on the Toronto Maple Leafs, who cleaned out their lockers on Tuesday. They discuss the future of Mitch Marner and the overall tone in the locker room (26:45). Additionally, they examine the pressure narrative that has surrounded the Maple Leafs since their Game 7 loss (36:32).Kyle and Elliotte also answer listener voicemails and emails submitted via the Thought Line (40:47).In the News & Notes segment, they discuss Bowen Byram's potential move as rumors swirl about his future with the Buffalo Sabres (57:46). They also cover Don Sweeney's contract extension in Boston (1:00:41) and the New York Islanders' ongoing search for a general manager (1:03:42).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 hour three, Mike & Jason discuss the latest Canucks news with Sportsnet's Iain MacIntyre (1:19), plus the boys tell us what they learned (27:00). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), they discuss comments from Rick Tocchet yesterday on Donnie & Dhali (13:56), plus they chat this evening's NHL playoff action with Sportsnet's David Amber (27:54).  This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

JD and Ben Ennis, co host of The FAN Morning Show, try to make sense of Auston Matthews' reluctance to reveal details about his injury (00:00). JD and Ben move on to the blame being levied at the Toronto market, Juan Soto's start with the New York Mets, and finally, if the Blue Jays are meant to be a .500 win team. Hall of Fame NHL defenceman and Stanley Cup champion, Chris Pronger (52:00), joins JD to analyze what he saw from the Leafs in Game 7, takeaways from the team's exit interviews, the nuances of locker room leadership, how he shed narratives during his playing career, and if his former coach, Craig Berube, has changed over the years. Later, JD puts a bow on some lingering Leafs thought and debates the producers on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's free-throw clinic. 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 are back on the airwaves following the Blue Jays' first shutout win of the season! They break down Anthony Santander's approach that led to his two-run home run, Chris Bassitt's seven excellent innings of work, and Yariel Rodriguez' strong performance in the eighth. David Samson (28:04), former MLB executive and host of Nothing Personal, chats about the nature of building a team for October, the impact, or lack thereof, of firing a manager, where the Orioles go from here, and what to make of Juan Soto's start with the Mets.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.

Joe Siddall, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to break down the Blue Jays' complete 3-0 victory against the San Diego Padres. Joe dives into Anthony Santander's adjustments at the plate, the keys for Kevin Gausman ahead of tonight's start at Rogers Centre, and who makes the most sense to bat cleanup in Toronto. Later on, Jeff and Kevin open up the "Back Leg Line" to respond to your questions and comments!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 and Brent continue to dissect the Maple Leafs' end-of-season media availability yesterday. The hosts bring on SN590's own Sam McKee of Leafs Talk and Real Kyper and Bourne to share his takeaways. He discusses if we heard anything different during this year's press conference, what can be celebrated from the 2024-25 season, and some realistic changes that could be coming. They get into the future of John Tavares and Mitch Marner, the health of Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies' role on the team, and the need for accountability all around. Next the a.m. duo check in with Adnan Virk (31:40) of NHL Network and MLB Network. The host of NHL: Unscripted chats about the "same old story" with the Leafs and how they measure up to other historic franchises. The trio wrap up with thoughts on Juan Soto already hearing it from the New York faithful and the pressure that comes with playing in a major market. 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 and Brent dive into the Maple Leafs' season-ending reflections and exit interviews. They begin by addressing how players downplayed the pressure of playing in Toronto. The conversation shifts to the first-year captain, who acknowledged an injury that troubled him all season but remained tight-lipped about details. They discuss whether the team could've managed the situation better and if the captain could've been at 100% for the playoffs. The duo also touches on Matthew Knies dismissing the idea of an offer sheet. They then welcome Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (25:13) to share insights on Auston Matthews' season and the broader challenges the team faces this 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 affiliate.

JD is joined in studio by Frank Crupi aka Hockey Illuminati, ahead of the Maple Leafs' end-of-season media availabilities, as JD breaks down what he's expecting to hear from the Leafs top players (00:00). Then, JD reacts live to the comments from Head Coach Craig Berube and key players, as they speak to reporters about their season, the Game 7 loss, and the pressure of playing in the Toronto market (20:10). Later, JD and Frank wrap up the show with their takeaways from the year, heading into next season (01:25:10). 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 is joined in studio by Frank Crupi, aka Hockey Illuminati, to continue the Leafs' post-mortem following their elimination from the Stanley Cup playoffs (00:00). They discuss their love for the Maple Leafs franchise, heartbreak of the 2024-25 season, and the fan reaction to the most recent loss, before tackling the reality of the pressure on professional athletes in Toronto. After the break, they dive into the development of Mitch Marner, his future heading into free agency, and what his legacy could look like in Toronto (47:41). 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 return from the Victoria Day long weekend with a recap of the Blue Jays' series with the Detroit Tigers. The pair dive into what's behind Anthony Santander's offensive dry spell, Toronto's identity at this point in the season, and the state the rotation. Jon Morosi (26:27), MLB Network analyst, checks in on the Jays' outlook and this roster's ceiling, before taking a look around the league. He wraps up with thoughts on Juan Soto's first impressions with the Mets, the strength of the American League Central, and what to make of the Orioles.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.

Jesse Agler, Padres broadcaster, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss San Diego's ballclub after their weekend to forget against the Seattle Mariners. Jesse checks in on Manny Machado's ability to produce with runners in scoring position, Jackson Merrill's high ceiling, how to attack Dylan Cease, the ultra-competitive National League West, and Mike Shildt's presence in the dugout. Mike Bordick (25:20), 14-year MLB infield and host of the BMORE Baseball Podcast, takes a look at Brandon Hyde's firing, what behind Adley Rutschman's slow start, Cedric Mullins' impressive offensive game, and former Oriole Anthony Santander's struggles at the plate.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 and Brent continue to dive into the two main topics of the day. First up is the Maple Leafs end of season media address later today. The hosts share their expectations of what we'll hear from head coach Craig Berube and the selected players. Sportsnet's own Justin Bourne joins the conversation to look at the offseason Toronto faces and what changes to the core could come. Next up, the morning duo check in with former NHLer, now Sportsnet analyst, Luke Gazdic (26:13), to talk about the pressure that players face in Canadian markets and if its more than U.S. teams. The trio also get into the way the Leafs were eliminated and what, if anything, it tells us about their players and composition. 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 and Brent dive into the Toronto Maple Leafs' current state, reflecting on the Matthews-Marner-Nylander-Tavares era, the 'Core Four', and the memorable highs and lows. They chat with Sportsnet's David Amber (27:31), who shares insights from Game 7 at Scotiabank Arena, highlighting the need for change in Toronto. The trio also previews the Western Conference Finals featuring the Stars and 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 affiliate.

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman dive into another short playoff run for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Core Four. The fellas talk about the repercussions the team will face heading into next season - changes are coming (11:34). They focus on Mitch Marner's future (14:48), and Elliotte ponders a player Toronto could take a swing at in the offseason (25:19). Kyle and Elliotte look ahead to Panthers-Hurricanes in the Conference Final (31:12). The fellas put a cap on the Winnipeg Jets' season after an emotional Game 6 against Dallas, following the passing of Mark Scheifele's father (38:35). They preview the Western Conference Final between the Stars and Oilers (57:38). The Final Thought focuses on the Vegas Golden Knights and Washington Capitals, whose seasons are also done (1:03:21).In the news and notes segment, Kyle and Elliotte talk about Jeff Blashill surfacing as the lead candidate for the Chicago Blackhawks' head coaching position (1:10:21). They also discuss the NHL Draft Combine and how it could become a main hub for action with the NHL Draft becoming decentralized (1:13:47).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

JD reacts to the Toronto Maple Leafs losing 6-1 on home ice to the Florida Panthers in Game 7 (00:00). He's joined by James Mirtle of The Athletic (11:40) to digest the failures of the "Shanaplan", where blame lies for the growing toxicity in hockey's biggest market, the likelihood of Mitch Marner and John Tavares' tenures in Toronto coming to a close, and the potential for organizational changes coming beyond the "Core Four". Afterwards, JD digs deeper into the Leafs' disappointment with two-time Stanley Cup champion, Kris Versteeg (54:05). Together, they discuss Toronto's accountability culture, the responsibilities of players and management to uphold that standard, and postgame remarks from key figures on either side of the Game 7 result. 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 and Brent continue to dissect the end of the Maple Leafs' season and where it leaves the organization as they try to move forward. After a few texts from listeners, the hosts focus on what this team faces in the offseason and how to navigate the “change” that so many seem to want. B&B bring on Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff to discuss the history that haunts this team. They dive into the past decisions that are still playing into their postseason shortcomings and how to potentially correct them. Sportsnet's own Luke Fox (28:05) also stops by on the heels of Game 7 to share his take on the pressure and “noise” around this team. The trio reflect on the fan reaction in Scotiabank Arena, the future of the “core", and what should be on the table to create a better “culture”.  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.

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Harman Dayal to go through everything they saw in Game 6 of Leafs Panthers, how the Leafs were able to bounce back and stay alive, and what to watch for ahead of Game 7 on Sunday night. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast by looking back at the Winnipeg Jets' dominant Game 5 win over the Dallas Stars. They then shift focus to the Carolina Hurricanes taking their series against the Washington Capitals 4-1 (10:39). The pair review a lackluster effort from the Maple Leafs at home, which saw them pushed to the brink by the Florida Panthers (24:53). The Final Thought focuses on the Edmonton Oilers dominating their series against Vegas and punching their ticket to their second straight Western Conference Final (46:13). Kyle and Elliotte answer listener voicemail and email submissions via the Thought Line (57:47).In the news and notes segment, Kyle and Elliotte discuss the Vancouver Canucks hiring Adam Foote as their next head coach (1:12:08). They touch on the LA Kings introducing GM Ken Holland on Thursday while keeping Head Coach Jim Hiller (1:19:20). Plus, the hosts talk about Rick Tocchet officially becoming the next head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers (1:23:39). The podcast wraps up with Elliotte touching on the remaining head coaching vacancies around the NHL (1:29:05).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 hour one, Mike & Jason look back a the previous day in sports, they break down the comments from Adam Foote & Jim Rutherford yesterday (3:00), plus they get the latest from the PGA Championship as Sportsnet golf analyst Adam Stanley (28:04) joins the show.  This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

JD opens the show with his thoughts ahead of a pivotal Game 6 for the Maple Leafs down in Florida, before being joined by Luke Fox, Sportsnet NHL writer, to discuss how this series has swung towards the Panthers, Auston Matthews' underwhelming playoff performances throughout his career, how the Leafs can even the series and bring it back to Toronto for Game 7, what lineup changes could give them the best chance, and what it all means for Mitch Marner's future (00:00). Later, JD breaks down the latest Blue Jays' loss to the Rays, the inconsistencies on the mound for Kevin Gausman, and Anthony Santander at the plate (47:33). Then, Sportsnet hockey analyst Jason Bukala joins JD to continue the conversation on the Leafs-Panthers series including how Florida has found their momentum after two early losses, what the Leafs can do to get back on their game, and the difference between skill and will in the postseason (51:49). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:30:54).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. 

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open Friday's episode with some thoughts on the visiting Detroit Tigers ahead of this weekend's series at Rogers Centre. The duo focus in on Bowden Francis' start tonight, what's going on with Anthony Santander at the plate and if a lineup change is in order. ESPN's Jeff Passan (28:48) joins the program to chat about the validity of player heights and weighs in the MLB media guides. The trio go around the horn to touch on Pete Rose's Hall of Fame eligibility, the Tigers' strong start to the 2025 season, and the Rangers' bounce-back week.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.

John Schneider, Manager of your Toronto Blue Jays, kicks off the second hour alongside Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker. Skip shares some updates on his team's injured players, before diving into Anthony Santander's job ahead and if he would consider changing up the batting order. John also chats about Bo Bichette's work at the plate this season, his pitching staff's struggles keeping the ball in the yard, and Bowden Francis' keys to success tonight, before responding to this week's fan question of the week from Brandon in Whitehorse, Yukon! The trio wrap up with thoughts on what's different about Nathan Lukes and the impact of having the dome open at Rogers Centre. Bobby Scales (23:55), Tigers radio analyst, joins the conversation to share the low down on Detroit. He chats about Javier Báez' resurgence, the team-wide offensive approach, Riley Greene's ceiling, how Gleyber Torres has fit in, and what makes Tarik Skubal so special.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.

Hour 2 of the Big Show + with Patrick Dumas is on demand! To Kick of hour 2 Patrick is joined by Canucks Talk Host for Sportsnet 650, Jamie Dodd! Jamie breaks down how Adam Foote Was named Head Coach of the Vancouver Canucks, and what were the reasons behind the decision. Then they get into Elias Pettersson's situation and where his future is with the Canucks. Then they talk about eh signing on Defense prospect Tom Willander. Lastly they touch on some possible Free Agency options for the Canucks.(27:21) Later on, on guys touch on the Toronto Maple Leafs continued struggle to meet the moment. and then they get into on if tonight is the end of the line for the Winnipeg Jets.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

JD reacts to the putrid performance from the Maple Leafs in their 6-1 loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 5 (00:00). The Athletic's James Mirtle joins JD to break down what went wrong for the Leafs and how Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews shrunk again (10:00). JD and James also peak ahead to the potential off-season outlook for Marner and the Leafs. Blake Wheeler, 16-year NHL forward and former Winnipeg Jets captain, joins JD to analyze the mindset required from a top line, what he saw from Matthews and Marner, the value in splitting them up, being open to change as a star player, if the Panthers have any vulnerabilities, and how being a captain impacts your day-to-day (53:00). The show ends with lingering Leafs thoughts (1:28:00). 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 open the podcast by analyzing Game 4 between the Dallas Stars and Winnipeg Jets, where the Presidents' Trophy winners now trail the series 3-1. They then shift to the Edmonton Oilers–Vegas Golden Knights series, highlighting Edmonton's 3-1 advantage (14:27). Carolina's 3-1 series lead over Washington is also discussed (26:19). The Final Thought looks ahead to Game 5 between the Leafs and Panthers on Wednesday night (34:58).Kyle and Elliotte answer listener voicemail and email submissions via the Thought Line (44:39).In the final segment, they break down the latest NHL news and notes. Elliotte previews Ken Holland's expected announcement as the next GM of the Los Angeles Kings (1:00:05). They discuss the remaining coaching vacancies across the league, starting with Vancouver (1:05:14). Elliotte addresses Rick Tocchet's likely move to the Philadelphia Flyers and considers the Bruins' options if that happens (1:08:20). They also discuss what direction the Kraken might take (1:09:50). Finally, the guys cover changes to offer-sheet compensation thresholds for next season (1:11:41) and conclude with speculation on when a new CBA might be announced (1:15:20).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 hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), plus they discuss last night's NHL playoff action with Sportsnet's David Amber (28:27), as the Winnipeg Jets find themselves one game away from elimination.  This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in former NHLer Blake Wheeler (5:35) to chat about his transition into working as an analyst for the Stanley Cup Playoffs coverage, Auston Matthews' playoff scoring struggles, the potential cause for Connor Hellebuyck's poor road-game performances, and the key to cutting out the outside noise. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee weigh in on the coaching changes with Rick Tocchet joining his former team in Philadelphia, while Adam Foote gets promoted in Vancouver. To wrap up, Pro Hockey Group and Sportsnet's Jason Bukala stops by (31:49) to chat about the Canucks signing Tom Willander to an entry-level contract, if the Flyers are ready for the playoffs next year, and if the Edmonton Oilers have risen back to Stanley Cup favourites.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, Justin Cuthbert, Kyle Bukauskas, and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast by recapping a chippy Game 4 between the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs. They delve into the Max Domi hit on Aleksander Barkov (11:45). Afterwards, they discuss the Stars-Jets series, with Dallas taking a 2-1 series lead on Sunday (18:02). The trio then talk about Game 3 between the Oilers and Golden Knights, which ended with a buzzer-beating game-winning goal (31:44). The Final Thought focuses on the Capitals and Hurricanes, where Carolina leads the series 2-1 after a 4-0 win on Saturday (38:45).The final segment covers news and notes from around the NHL. Kyle and Elliotte discuss the LA Kings' ongoing search for a new GM (45:53) and the Pittsburgh Penguins' search for a new head coach (47:28). Elliotte unpacks what is next for Peter Laviolette and Gerard Gallant (51:16), followed by an update on Rick Tocchet's search for his next job (52:49).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 edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast by recapping Thursday night's overtime thriller between the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights. This is followed by analysis of the Capitals-Hurricanes Game 2 (11:37). They then take a moment to break down what we've seen so far between the Panthers and Leafs (17:41). The Final Thought focuses on Game 1 between the Jets and Stars (28:23).Kyle and Elliotte answer your voicemail and email submissions via the Thought Line (34:06).The final segment focuses on news and notes from around the NHL. Kyle and Elliotte begin with the Anaheim Ducks hiring Joel Quenneville as their next head coach (47:23). Elliotte touches on the latest in the LA Kings' GM search (55:46) before discussing the Canucks' head coach vacancy (56:58). Kyle and Elliotte have some fun with Utahans unveiling their new nickname (1:01:18).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