32 Thoughts: The Podcast
Episodes
Shane Wright: U18 World Champ
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After winning a gold medal at the U18 World Championships with Team Canada, Shane Wright joins Jeff and Elliotte on the podcast to talk about his expe...
The Muller Report
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk Muller played in the NHL for 19 seasons and has been behind the bench since 2011. He joins Jeff and Elliotte on the podcast (42:00) to talk about...
Backes to the Future
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
David Backes has played for 3 teams (St. Louis, Boston and Anaheim) during his 15-year NHL career. He joined Jeff and Elliotte on the podcast (52:30) ...
Bob Hartley: A KHL Champion
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
He has won a championship in the NHL, AHL, NLA, QMJHL, and now the KHL. Avangard Omsk head coach, Bob Hartley, joins Jeff and Elliotte to talk about w...
The Brind’Amour Flex
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rod Brind’Amour is stepping up for his staff in Carolina. Jeff and Elliotte break down (00:10) the contract talks between Canes brass and their head...
Nashville’s Roman Empire
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Roman Josi of the Nashville Predators joins the podcast for episode #200! He chats with Jeff and Elliotte (53:00) about the conversations amongst his ...
A First-Class Gesture
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Players from the Toronto Maple Leafs recently extended a helping hand to their AHL teammates. Jeff and Elliotte discuss Jason Spezza’s leadership in...
If You Give Us The Runway
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Vancouver Canucks played their first game in almost a month. Jeff and Elliotte discuss (00:00) what the victory against the Maple Leafs might mean...
Trade Deadline Wrap Up
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The NHL Trade Deadline ended with a splash. Jeff and Elliotte discuss the trade between the Red Wings and Capitals (00:00), how it was structured, and...
Almost There
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Vancouver Canucks have re-signed Tanner Pearson. Jeff and Elliotte discuss why contract talks suddenly picked up (2:20), where things stand with Q...
Who is Buying, Selling, or Staying ft. Chris Johnston
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Vancouver Canucks have 16 players and 3 coaches on the NHLs COVID-19 protocol list. Jeff and Elliotte provide an update on the situation in the Lo...
Philadelphia Cheesed
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Flyers have some serious decisions to make over the coming months. Jeff and Elliotte discuss the situation in Philadelphia as the team goes throug...
Peeling Back the Layers
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Veteran referee Tim Peel “no longer will be working NHL games now or in the future” according to the NHL after his hot mic incident. Jeff and Elli...
The State of Women’s Hockey
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The National Women’s Hockey League is set to return to play this weekend in Massachusetts to give out the Isobel Cup to one of the four remaining te...
News & Notes plus Anton Forsberg’s Amazing Odyssey
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff joined the Hockey Night in Canada crew for his first in-arena game in over 14 months. He tells Elliotte about his experience in Montreal (00:00) ...
“Crossroads” With Kaleb Dahlgren
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Buffalo Sabres have parted ways with head coach Ralph Krueger. Jeff and Elliotte discuss why the team made the move (00:01), question if Zoom medi...
Join Elliotte On His Drive Home
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Following the Maple Leafs-Senators game on Sunday night, Elliotte called Jeff on his way home from the studio to talk some hockey. Here’s their conv...
ESPN And The Future Of The NHL
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The NHL has found its (back-to-the-future) broadcast partner in the United States. Jeff and Elliotte discuss why ESPN was the league’s top choice (1...
Tom Wilson And A New Era For Women’s Hockey
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Wilson is suspended seven games for his hit on Brandon Carlo. Jeff and Elliotte break down the decision (00:00) and wonder if the number of games ...
Remembering Walter
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff and Elliotte remember Canada’s hockey dad, Walter Gretzky, who passed away late Thursday night at the age of 82. They also touch on Calgary’s...
Sam Gagner: Taking Over the Marlboros with John Tavares
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Detroit Red Wings forward Sam Gagner joins Jeff and Elliotte. They discuss why he and fellow Marlboros alumnus John Tavares wanted to get involved in ...
Best Game Ever Last Week
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you didn’t stay up late on Saturday night, you missed an exciting game in San Jose. Jeff and Elliotte discuss the back-and-forth contest between ...
The NHL Draft: What’s Best For The Game
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Canadiens have parted way with head coach Claude Julien and assistant Kirk Muller. Jeff and Elliotte discuss the changes in Montreal (00:00) and w...
It’s Good That You Hate Canada. Plus: Turtleneck Tales.
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The turtleneck stole the show! Jeff opens the podcast asking Elliotte about his Hockey Night in Canada fashion choice (00:00), the inspiration behind ...
What’s Going On Off The Ice In Arizona?
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff and Elliotte discuss Katie Strang’s investigation into the Arizona Coyotes’ alleged business practices and internal workings (00:00) and what...
Tavares And Gagner: NHL Players And Minor Hockey Owners
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John Tavares and Sam Gagner will operate the Toronto Marlboros minor-hockey club. Jeff and Elliotte explain why the pair were interested in the team (...
We Texted WWE Superstar Edge… And Here We Are
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Royal Rumble champion, Adam Copeland a.k.a. Edge, joins Jeff and Elliotte to chat about his Toronto Maple Leafs fandom, his memorabilia collection...
Bye Bye, Burkie
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Burke is joining the Pittsburgh Penguins as their President of Hockey Operations. But before he goes, he joins Jeff and Elliotte to chat about w...
When You Mess Up, Fess Up And Dress Up
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An offside controversy clouded Carolina’s win over the Blue Jackets Sunday. Jeff and Elliotte break down the situation (00:00), where the league wen...
Our COVID Reality
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The NHL is reacting quickly to its COVID-19 outbreak. Jeff and Elliotte discuss (00:00) how the virus is impacting teams, protocols being implemented ...
Kevin Bieksa On The Road And Tony DeAngelo On Waivers
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast took two hours to record as the news continued to trickle in. Jeff and Elliotte on what they were hearing throughout Sunday (00:30) as th...
Two Shockers: Jim Rutherford And Tim & Sid
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After 20 years of entertaining listeners and viewers, Tim & Sid is changing — Sid is moving on. Jeff and Elliotte are joined by Tim Micallef and...
Jarmo Kekalainen on the Dubois-Laine Deal
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen joins Jeff and Elliotte (11:50) to discuss how and when the trade with the Winnipeg Jets came together, why ...
What Now For Pierre-Luc Dubois?
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Correction: The voice at the start of the podcast is Jody Shelley not John Forslund. Our apologies. Pierre-Luc Dubois played five shifts for a total o...
Keith Yandle Scored While We Were Recording
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hockey is back and so is the drama. Jeff and Elliotte discuss the situation in Florida between Keith Yandle and the Panthers (00:00), if Pierre-Luc Du...
31 Season Previews
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The NHL season starts today and Jeff and Elliotte preview it with a thought on each team, a couple things they’ll be keeping their eyes on, Stanley ...
The NHL Adapts On The Fly, Plus Jordan Subban: Hockey Player And Amplifying Entrepreneur
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some NHL training camps aren’t off to a good start thanks to COVID — the Stars are dealing with an outbreak in their organization and the Blue Jac...
Reporting to Training Camp
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff and Elliotte kick off 2021 with a conversation about how some organizations accept losing, what it takes to create a winning culture and how, som...
Welcome To Our Holiday Party
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As 2020 comes to a close (thank goodness), Jeff and Elliotte host their first 31 Thoughts holiday party with friends from the Sportsnet hockey departm...
Let’s Make A Deal : The NHL And (Our Interview Guest) Anthony Duclair
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark your calendars! The NHL season begins January 13 with a 56-game regular season that concludes May 8. Jeff and Elliotte discuss all the details, i...
Tyler Seguin: All Business
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler Seguin has had a busy off-season rehabbing a torn labrum in Dallas. But while on the couch, he’s found time to build out his lifestyle brand, ...
The NHL Inches Closer To A Return
12 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The league and the NHLPA are getting their pucks in a row for a return. Jeff and Elliotte discuss the long-term effects of the CBA, possible target da...
Rick Vaive: On Hockey And Life
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“Catch 22: My Battles, in Hockey and in Life” is a new book by Rick Vaive with Scott Morrison. Rick joins Jeff and Elliotte to talk about his new...
What We Could See During The 2021 Season That We’ve Never Seen Before
27 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff and Elliotte offer some updates on the NHL’s return, where the owners stand at the moment, salary deferrals and possible tweaks to the 2021 sea...
Mark Guy: From The Hockey Industry To The Auto Industry
27 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Guy has been an NHL agent with Newport Sports Management for more than 20 years. He’s represented big names like Steven Stamkos, Alex Pieterang...
Quick Check In
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Talks around the 2021 NHL season are heating up. Jeff and Elliotte break down what they’ve heard regarding start and end dates, fans in the stands, ...
Stan Bowman: A Change In Approach, Not A Change In Direction
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Chicago Blackhawks GM joins Jeff and Elliotte for a wide-ranging discussion. They talk about being transparent with the fanbase, building from wit...
Adam Oates: Get The Toys Off The Ice
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Hockey Hall of Famer and skills coach joins Jeff and Elliotte to talk about the types of drills that frustrate him and what coaches should focus o...
Jamie Bozzo: Managing Players’ Careers
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sports Professional Management Inc. represents some big names in hockey, including William Nylander, Johnny Gaudreau, Torey Krug and Brandon Saad, and...
There Was Alcohol Involved
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After the longest NHL season ever, a few drinks are deserved all around as Jeff and Elliotte run down the past week in the NHL. Vegas landed the bigge...
Emptying Out The Notebook
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff and Elliotte look at all 31 teams and discuss what their goals should be for the off-season (Atlantic – 34:15; Metropolitan – 47:30; Central ...