Three. Goals. Away.

Jeff and Elliotte begin with a deep dive on the Elias Lindholm trade between Calgary and Vancouver. Elliotte talks about where Lindholm fits on the Canucks roster (3:04) and what other suitors were involved for his services (6:40). The guys then look back at Andrei Kuzmenko's polarizing tenure with Vancouver and look ahead to his new opportunity with the Calgary Flames (11:32). Jeff and Elliotte also take a close look at Calgary's return, highlight the potential of Hunter Brzustewicz as an X-factor in this deal (14:57), and look ahead at what's next for the Flames (18:21). Next, Elliotte talks about the Philadelphia Flyers and a potential deal with Nick Seeler. Plus, they wonder aloud about Travis Konecny's future (23:26). Finally, they hone in on Los Angeles and David Rittich taking hold of the Kings' crease. (25:11).The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (30:37).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.

2 Feb 202459min

Jeff and Elliotte revisit three controversial calls from this week in the NHL. First, Tyler Bertuzzi's no-goal due to goalie-interference from William Nylander (1:45). Should NHL referees release explanation videos for game-changing calls? Jeff and Elliotte get into a heated debate about how slashing penalties are called thanks to the Dylan Samberg and John Tavares incident (9:11) and the fellas talk about the boarding penalty that saw Tyler Myers ejected from the game after a questionable video review (21:22). Next, they touch on Brendan Gallagher's 5 game suspension for elbowing Adam Pelech, and how important appeals have become this season (29:05). The guys get into David Jiricek's public frustrations in Columbus surrounding his playing time and demotion to the AHL (34:47), discuss how St. Louis has crawled their way back into the playoff race (44:19), and focus on the slumping LA Kings (47:20). On the trade front, are the New York Rangers  in the market for two centres after previously only needing one (55:03) and could Chris Tanev be traded to the Ottawa Senators (59:27)? The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (1:01:58).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.

29 Jan 20241h 22min

Jeff and Elliotte open this edition of the podcast with the latest developments in the 2018 sexual assault investigation in London, Ontario involving Hockey Canada players. They transition into a discussion around Patrick Roy's emotional return to the Bell Centre in Montreal (11:52) and then unpack what has plagued the LA Kings the season, and how this promising roster can turn their season around (22:50). Elliotte discusses the potential for Erik Johnson to be moved from Buffalo (36:17), the guys lay out their main takeaways from the Steve Staios presser in Ottawa (38:03), and Jeff and Elliotte talk about Ryan Smith's application for NHL expansion to Salt Lake City, Utah (59:47). The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (1:06:42) and then sit down with Winnipeg Jets Head Coach Rick Bowness (1:15:49). Audio Credits: MSGSN & the LA KingsEmail the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.

26 Jan 20241h 58min

Jeff and Elliotte open the podcast talking about the New York Islanders hiring Patrick Roy as their new head coach and dive into which player this hire helps most within the Islanders roster (13:39). The guys talk about Corey Perry deciding to sign with the Edmonton Oilers (18:17), and the Vancouver Canucks extending President of Hockey Ops Jim Rutherford (22:14). Jeff also asks Elliotte how "all-in" the Canucks are for this season (26:48). They also get into Shane Pinto's return to play with Ottawa and what an extension might look like for him (28:22). Jeff and Elliotte then discuss Ryan Reaves using the media to angle for more playing time, and Ilya Samsonov possibly commanding the Leafs' net (32:58). Jeff wraps the podcast with some of his usual hockey history hijinks (55:40). The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (45:12).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.

22 Jan 20241h 1min

Jeff and Elliotte play to a crowd at Wickett Hall in Victoria, BC ahead of Hockey Day in Canada on Saturday. The guys address whether Jake Guentzel will find his way to the Canucks via trade before early March (5:57) and Jeff runs through a bunch of trade bait, rapid-fire style, with Elliotte (13:37). Elliotte wonders aloud whether the Leafs are taking a bigger picture look past this season (19:14) and the guys also talk about Patrik Allvin's media tour this week and what the future will hold for Elias Pettersson (21:29). Jeff and Elliotte are joined by three guests in this edition of the podcast: Brian Burke (23:48), Kevin Bieksa (50:10), and James Patrick (1:20:47). The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (1:54:50).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.

19 Jan 20242h 17min

Jeff and Elliotte open the podcast by reviewing the Red Wings defeat of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and a discussion around whether the Leafs should really be buyers at the deadline. They get into Jacob Markstrom and his potential trade availability (9:07) and dive into the future of Jake Guentzel and whether the Penguins go into a mini rebuild (16:09). Next, the Ottawa Senators are gauging the trade market for veteran players (26:39) and Jeff and Elliotte give their thoughts on Drew Doughty responding to trade proposals on X/Twitter (34:33). Finally, is Cody Hodgson planning a comeback to professional hockey (40:20)?The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (50:19) and Elliotte sits down with Colorado Avalanche Forward Nathan MacKinnon (1:26:03).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.

15 Jan 20241h 53min

Jeff and Elliotte begin the show with an update on Elvis Merzlikins' status in Columbus. Elliotte also expands on the status of Corey Perry right now and Elliotte's use of the word "eligible" (7:44). The guys dive deep into the Cutter Gauthier trade between the Flyers and Ducks (13:23) and touch on Trevor Zegras's unfortunate ankle injury (26:57). Next, Jeff and Elliotte remark on how attractive a market Florida has become for NHL players as a viable contender (30:49), get into their main questions surrounding the Winnipeg Jets (36:10), and ponder whether the Vancouver Canucks will push all their chips in this year (41:55). Jeff then asks Elliotte what the four nation best-on-best tournament in 2025 is going to be called (45:41).The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (53:09) and William Nylander's agent, Lewis Gross, joins Jeff and Elliotte for a refreshingly candid interview about the process behind his client's extension in Toronto (1:10:55).Audio Credit: The Jeff Marek ShowEmail the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.

12 Jan 20241h 51min

Jeff and Elliotte show the American NHL teams some love off the top and start by focusing on Max Pacioretty's return to play with the Washington Capitals and Brandt Clarke's recall by the LA Kings (5:59). They react to the Brendan Smith hit on Connor Bedard (9:26) while Jeff and Elliotte lament the Calgary Flames being wrong side of .500 (17:10). Next, a discussion on some of the most unattainable records in hockey, including Martin Brodeur's 691 wins (24:27). They talk about Vegas finally snapping their losing streak (28:28) and Elliotte lays out the latest regarding William Nylander's pending extension (38:09). The guys also talk about the Ottawa Senators being "open for business" (52:09) and Jeff and Elliotte close by talking about... cold plunges? (1:18:48) The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line and announce the winners of our Victoria Live Taping Show contest (57:59).Audio Credit: The Washington CapitalsEmail the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.

8 Jan 20241h 23min