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Kekäläinen Out and Jack Hughes' Heel Turn

Kekäläinen Out and Jack Hughes' Heel Turn

Jarmo Kekäläinen is out as GM of the Columbus Blue Jackets. In this edition of the podcast, Jeff and Elliotte delve into the thought process behind John Davidson's decision and which candidates are leading the way to replace Jarmo. The guys then turn their attention to a testy night between the Devils and Kings that saw Jack Hughes go full heel à la Ric Flair. Also, could Morgan Rielly's appeal become the new norm across the NHL when players are suspended? Will the Flyers stand pat now that Rasmus Ristolainen's injury threatens to be long term? The answers to these questions and more plus a sit down interview with Canadian Folk legend Alan Doyle.

32 Thoughts: The Podcast · Alan Doyle

February 16, 20241h 27m

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Show Notes

On this episode of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte delve into the Columbus Blue Jackets relieving Jarmo Kekäläinen of his duties as General Manager. Elliotte expands on some of the names that are in contention to be considered by John Davidson as the new GM (8:01). Jeff also asks Elliotte about Elvis Merzļikins, who publicly expressed an interest to leave Columbus (11:29). The fellas then turn their attention to Jack Hughes, his "people pay to see me" comments, and the ensuing aftermath versus the LA Kings (14:59). Elliotte and Jeff ponder whether the Kings will make a move in between the pipes... Juuse Saros maybe (20:40) ? Jeff and Elliotte then discuss whether suspension appeals are the new normal across the NHL, à la Morgan Rielly (29:10) and does Rasmus Ristolainen's injury prevent the Flyers from making any moves at all (33:23)? To wrap the segment, Jeff and Elliotte speculate on which Western Conference teams will buy in the coming weeks (39:00).  

The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (43:58) and finish the podcast by sitting down with Canadian Folk Rock musician Alan Doyle, who is embarking on a brand new tour with a brand new album (54:03). 

Find Alan Doyle's tour dates & tickets here: https://alandoyle.ca/tour/

Find Alan Doyle's music here: https://alandoyle.ca/music/

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This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.

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