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When the Stars Start Speaking

When the Stars Start Speaking

Kyle and Elliotte begin with Leon Draisaitl’s injury after a hit from Ozzy Wiesblatt and the Oilers’ response, before discussing Connor McDavid’s comments on player safety and what Gary Bettman might address at the upcoming GM meetings. They also look at World Cup host cities on the agenda, the latest goalie interference controversy, Dave Alter’s reporting streak ending, Mason McTavish’s healthy scratch, and Montreal’s difficult weekend with Jacob Fowler still impressing. The episode also touches on Bobby McMann’s hot start in Seattle, the playoff races tightening, Dan Muse entering the Coach of the Year discussion, Celebrini’s Hart candidacy, and closes with Cole Hutson signing in Washington.

32 Thoughts: The Podcast

March 16, 20261h 29m

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Show Notes

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to Leon Draisaitl leaving Sunday’s game after a hit from Ozzy Wiesblatt, while the Oilers don’t sound overly concerned and responded on the ice. They discuss Connor McDavid weighing in on player safety and suspensions, and what Gary Bettman’s response could be when the General Managers meet in Florida (5:51). The guys also touch on World Cup of Hockey host cities being on the agenda (22:30), while goalie interference debate resurfaces again after the Ottawa–Anaheim incident over the weekend (23:40). They note the end of Dave Alter’s impressive reporting streak (31:00), Mason McTavish’s surprising healthy scratch (35:30), and a tough weekend for Montreal despite Jacob Fowler continuing to show promise (40:30). The episode also covers Bobby McMann’s hot start in Seattle (44:30), the tightening playoff races (47:50), Dan Muse entering the Coach of the Year conversation (48:40), and where Macklin Celebrini might land on Hart Trophy ballots (50:30). The Final Thought focuses on Cole Hutson signing a three-year entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals (52:30).

Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:00:56).

Today we highlight a London, Ontario indie rock band Modern Morals and their track Yitzbin. Check them out here.

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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

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