Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman open this edition of 32 Thoughts by delving into Game 4 between the Vancouver Canucks and Edmonton Oilers. Afterwards, the fellas unpack the Bruins win over the Panthers in Game 5 bringing them one win closer to tying that series and forcing Game 7 (11:25). They talk about how the game has changed for video coaches in these playoffs (16:24). This makes way for a section about the coaching carousel in the NHL. They begin with Toronto (27:28), then New Jersey (28:07), Winnipeg (29:23), Los Angeles (30:20), Seattle (31:10), San Jose (31:44), and Columbus (33:34). They wrap the first segment by talk about Gardiner MacDougall who retired from the UNB Reds (35:53) and pay tribute to Bill Friday. In the back half of the show they talk about Valeri Nichushkin, who entered stage three of the NHLPA Assistance Program (39:30) and set up Wednesday's action between the Stars and Avs. Email the podcast at [email protected] or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailThis podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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