
Jeff and Elliotte take a look at the off-seasons for the four teams that lost in Round 2 of the playoffs. Will the Bruins add scoring? What will they do with their blue line? Did the Flyers run out of gas? Will Jake Virtanen be back in Vancouver? Why is Colorado the team to watch? They also look at possible coaching candidates in Washington, Bill Zito’s coaching staff in Florida, the GM search in Arizona and much more. 



Plus, EA Sports Executive Producer Sean Ramjagsingh on NHL 21, why they chose Alexander Ovechkin for the cover, new features, which NHLer is the best gamer and how gaming could have an impact on what we see on the ice in the future.



Music Outro: Yves Jarvis – For Props (watch the music video)



Check out more music by Yves Jarvis here



Listen to all our Season 3 music on Spotify.



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



Audio Credits: Boston Bruins, Fox Sports, NHL, Sportsnet 650 and WGN.



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.

So, You Lost. What Now?

Hockey fans already know the name, but this is not the blog. From Sportsnet, 32 Thoughts: The Podcast with Jeff Marek and NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman is a weekly deep dive into the biggest news and interviews from the hockey world.

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Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman discuss the aftermath of the Toronto Maple Leafs' playoff exit, including potential changes in management and decisions regarding key people like Sheldon Keefe and Mitch Marner. They also analyze Game 7 between the Golden Knights and Stars, speculate on the future of Vegas, and touch on the New York Islanders' situation under Lou Lamoriello. In the latter half, they delve into the second round of the playoffs, covering Rangers vs. Hurricanes, Bruins vs. Panthers, Avs vs. Stars, and Canucks vs. Oilers.

And Then There Were Two (Canadian Teams)

Jeff and Elliotte discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' win in Game 6 against the Boston Bruins, reflecting on how the Leafs were underestimated after trailing 3-1. They also analyze the Bruins' situation and speculate on potential outcomes if they lose the series. The conversation shifts to Rod Brind'Amour's future with the Carolina Hurricanes, updates on Todd McLellan, Mike Sullivan, and Craig Berube, and a preview of Game 6 between the Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators. Wrapping up, they revisit Game 5 between the Dallas Stars and Vegas Golden Knights and discuss the LA Kings' playoff elimination by the Edmonton Oilers.

Don't Be Afraid to Win

Jeff and Elliotte discuss pivotal Game 5 matchups in the NHL, focusing on the Leafs' and Predators' victories to stay alive. They debate coaching decisions and analyze teams that were eliminated, including the Jets, Islanders, and Lightning. Shifting gears, they discuss coaching situations across the league, including Mike Sullivan in Pittsburgh and Dave Hakstol in Seattle.

Staving Season

Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman open with the Oilers' win over the Kings, the Canucks' comeback against the Predators, and the Maple Leafs' struggles against the Bruins. They also analyze the performances of the Jets, who trail Colorado 3-1. In the latter half, they cover American matchups, including the Stars vs. Golden Knights and Lightning vs. Panthers series. They also reflect on the Rangers' elimination of the Capitals and the Islanders' fight against the Hurricanes.

The First Round Grind Is Setting In

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman pay tribute to Bob Cole. They discuss the Florida Panthers' commanding lead over the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Carolina Hurricanes' similar dominance over the New York Islanders. They touch on William Nylander's absence, the firing of David Quinn in San Jose, and share insights on the Ottawa head coaching job, plus plenty more.

So, You Lost. What Now?

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