In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by discussing the start of the Joe Sacco, Boston Bruins era (4:15). Then, the fellas delve into the upstart Calgary Flames (9:38) and their recent opponent in the New York Rangers (12:34). They shoutout Marc-Andre Fleury for his 1000th NHL start (17:31) and then Kyle and Elliotte discuss the Ottawa Senators after their tough loss to Vegas and Travis Green's tough-love approach (22:37). Elliotte talks about the struggles the Canucks have been facing this season (29:12). The guys talk about what the Hurricanes will do during Frederik Andersen's absence (31:55) and  Kyle and Elliotte unpack the video that NHL Player Safety put out about contact with the head moments this season (36:13). The Final Thought focuses on Jonathan Toews after his inspiring Instagram post about his healing journey (44:46).

Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions in the Thought Line (52:36).

In the last segment, Kyle and Elliotte speak with the Tampa Bay Lightning's Ryan McDonagh  in partnership with AstraZeneca's Get Body Checked Against Cancer campaign which encourages fans across the league to get screened (1:13:30). 

In partnership with the NHL’s Hockey Fights Cancer™ initiative, the campaign uses the familiar concept of body checking to emphasize that while a well-timed check can save a game, a well-timed body check can save a life. Check out the link for more information. www.getbodychecked.com

 Link to Casey O'Brien's amazing survival story www.stillstrongfoundation.org/obriensurvivor/

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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.