32 Thoughts: The Podcast

After overseeing a renaissance in Chicago, John McDonough is out as Blackhawks president, so who could take his place? Jeff and Elliotte discuss that, plans for the NHL’s return to play and more before getting to a trio of guests.

Jake Muzzin talks about signing long-term in Toronto, being a veteran on a young Maple Leafs team, Auston Matthews, missing Drew Doughty and more. Joey Hishon discusses going back to his alma mater in Owen Sound as an assistant coach and GM with the Attack, training Justin Bieber and selecting skills coaches. And John-Michael Liles on COVID-19 in Colorado, online shopping, Cale Makar, Nathan MacKinnon and more.

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca.

This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Ellliotte Friedman.

Audio Credits: CBC, CityNews, Global TV, NBC Sports Washington and Sportsnet. 

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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.

Jeff and Elliotte discuss a whole bunch of things, including the NHL Draft, the 2020-21 AHL season, the 2021 Memorial Cup, Kris Versteeg’s career, Dustin Byfuglien and a new hire by the Senators. 

Then they are joined by a trio of guests. Jason Spezza discusses how the Maple Leafs were playing when the season was paused, Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews, and what people misunderstood about Dany Heatley. Adam Oates talks hockey superstitions and pet peeves, and his work as a skills coach. And Terry Crisp tells some stories from his decades in the game as a player and coach.

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca.

Music Outro: Clear Light – How Many Days Have Passed

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This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

 Audio Credits: CBC, Global, Sportsnet and WBZ Radio.

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.

The show begins with Jeff and Elliotte talking to Edmonton Oilers Assistant GM Keith Gretzky about the life of Colby Cave.

Colby Cave Memorial Fund

Then they are joined by Craig Donaldson. For three straight years, he led the Oshawa Generals in defencemen scoring, culminating in a Memorial Cup in 1990 alongside a 17-year-old Eric Lindros. Thirty years later, he’s Dr. Donaldson, ER physician and attending doctor at two long-term care homes. He joins Jeff and Elliotte to discuss working on the front lines fighting COVID-19, what the pandemic has taught him about the health care system and his hockey.

Nazem Kadri then talks about the NHL response to the coronavirus, what he’s hearing from the Colorado Avalanche, life in isolation and more.

And Stu Siegel is the former CEO and owner of the Florida Panthers who now runs HockeyTech and International Scouting Services. Among other things, he discusses player- and puck-tracking technology and the coronavirus’s impact on the NHL’s business.

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca.

Music Credits: The Peanut Butter Conspiracy – I’m A Fool 

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This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

Audio Credits: Los Angeles Kings.

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.

The former NHLer and current co-owner of Open Gym joins Jeff and Elliotte for a conversation about the importance of physical health during the pandemic. He also talks about his friendship with Alex Ovechkin and their battles during international tournaments, how his grandfather tried out for almost Maple Leafs and almost made it, his interesting connection to the Nylander family and adapting to a different type of media attention.

Music Outro: KRAZ – No Sleep (instrumental)

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This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

Audio Credits: NBC Washington

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.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 Media Inc. or any affiliate. 

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COVID-19 is impacting the world unlike anything we’ve seen in 100 years, and sports has not escaped its effects. The newest podcast from Sportsnet features hosts Richard Deitsch and Donnovan Bennett in conversation with athletes and executives, health professionals and journalists discussing how individuals and the industry are dealing with the pandemic.

Jeff and Elliotte talk about life at home during physical isolation, the potential of the NHL season resuming in low-population sites and what other leagues are proposing to get back in action.

They’re also joined by a trio of guests. Oilers GM Ken Holland discusses planning for an off-season with the regular season and playoffs unresolved, prospects, Edmonton’s blue line, his relationship with Connor McDavid and how the Red Wings almost had Sergei Fedorov and Pavel Bure. Hockey Night in Canada’s Craig Simpson on what he’s been doing with no games to call and the excitement and concerns around becoming a grandfather during the pandemic. And Vegas Golden Knights insider and radio analyst Gary Lawless talks about his professional journey to Las Vegas and learning about hockey from the management side.

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca.

Music Outro: Tom McDonald – The Great Compromise (instrumental covered on mountain dulcimer)

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This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

Audio Credits: CBC and OHL.

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.

High-performance psychologist and host of the podcast Finding Mastery, Michael Gervais, joins the show to discuss mental fitness and coping with these challenging times. Jeff and Elliotte also highlight hockey companies helping with the pandemic, what players are saying in their video meet ups and the best team to not win a cup in the 2010s.

Presumptive No. 1 OHL pick Adam Fantilli is a topic with both of their next guests. First with Sam Cosentino, who talks all things junior hockey and teases his next NHL Draft list, and then with USHL commissioner Tom Garrity, who discusses his league’s progression, European players using it as a transition to Div. I and Fantilli signing with the Chicago Steel. 

All of that plus much more.

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca.

This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

Music Outro: Tommy James and the Shondells – Sweet Cherry Wine

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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.

The former NHL defenceman turned broadcaster has played in over 1,000 NHL games and won a Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins. 

Gill joined Jeff and Elliotte (on March 11) to talk about his defensive style of play, being mentally strong, playing with Sidney Crosby, celebrating with Mario Lemieux after they won the Stanley Cup, and why he turned to broadcasting.

Plus, a surprise visit from Providence alumnus, Brian Burke.

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca.

Music Outro: St. John Green – Devil And The Sea

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This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

Audio Credits: NBC, NHL Network, Sportsnet and Universal Pictures.

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.

Jeff and Elliotte discuss a recent conference call between the NHL’s GMs and what came of it. They also talk about players who might have gone home to Europe and the cancellations of the CHL playoffs and Memorial Cup. 

Plus, Caroline Cameron and Louie DeBrusk with the latest on their ukulele lessons and Peloton sessions. All of that plus more.

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca.

Music Credits: The Haunted – Montreal Blues

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This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

Audio Credits: Caroline Cameron (Twitter), Sportsnet and Sportsnet 590 The FAN.

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.

Jeff and Elliotte are at home, but they’re talking… and listening. The guys debut a new game (courtesy a fan) and then discuss escrow, a late-start season format, their favourite games and answer #ASK31 questions.

Plus, ECHL commissioner Ryan Crelin on cancelling a season and how his league is trying to help its players. 

31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca.

Music Outro: The Del-Vikings – Come Go With Me

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This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

Audio Credits: CBC, CityNews, ESPN and Sportsnet.

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.