32 Thoughts: The Podcast

Jeff’s in Toronto and Elliotte is in Buffalo, but the news never stops. They connect for a quick update on the Bill Peters resignation announced earlier today and what could be next for the NHL, NHLPA and hockey. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca  This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.  Audio Credits: Sportsnet. 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.

Jeff and Elliotte discuss the Bill Peters situation, what the NHL can do to avoid these scenarios in the future and if the Flames will bounce back. Plus, the guys recap the Bruins locking up a couple key pieces, the Canadiens’ struggles and how the Jets have been able to stick around in the Central.  31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: Nic Clay – Are You Man Enough? Listen to more music by Nic Clay here: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nic-clay/1308922051 This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: Montreal Canadiens Radio Network and Sportsnet. 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.

Jeff and Elliotte talk with the GM of Seattle’s NHL franchise about his role in the organization, embracing the city’s hockey history, the tech community’s involvement in building the arena, mock drafts, analytics, working with Jerry Bruckheimer and hiring a coach. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: NHL Network, Q13 News and Sportsnet. 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.

Mike Babcock is out and Sheldon Keefe is in for the Maple Leafs. Jeff and Elliotte are joined by former Toronto president and GM Brian Burke to talk about how the day played out, the good side of Babcock, how hard it is to win in Toronto and more. But it’s not all about the Leafs. Jeff and Elliotte also discuss the Garnet Hathaway suspension, what’s next for the Calgary Flames, news from the GM Meetings, are joined by Scottie Upshall from Switzerland and much more. All of that plus #Ask31. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: Fade Awaays – As They Do Find more music by Fade Awaays and upcoming tour dates here: https://www.fadeawaays.com/ This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Thanks to Zack Hajas and Maria St. Aubin for providing archival support for this episode.  Audio Credits: Altitude Sports Network, CBC, CityNews, NBC Sports Philadelphia, Sportsnet and WWOR. 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.

Jeff and Elliotte discuss the situation in L.A. between the Kings and Kovalchuk, the best on-the-fly rebuild in the NHL, high-scoring defencemen, the back-up goalie situation in Toronto and much more. They are also joined by Golden Knights winger Mark Stone who talks about reading the game, playing in Vegas, winning the Selke (or not) and what it feels like to get hit by Dustin Byfuglien. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: Altitude Sports, KTNV Channel 13 Las Vegas, Sportsnet and Sportsnet 590 The FAN. 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.

The Hockey Hall of Famer joins Jeff and Elliotte to reflect on his 21 seasons in the NHL, including: his love for Winnipeg, his rookie goal-scoring record, joining forces with Paul Kariya in Colorado, winning the Stanley Cup how agent Don Baizley was so important to his career and much more. Selanne has also written a book, “My Life,” which is available now, and discusses the Canadian promotional tour he’s on. You can also watch this interview on YouTube. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: Kraz – Leave A Little (instrumental) Listen more of their music here: https://www.krazmusic.com/ This episode is produced by Ryan Walsh, sound engineered by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: Altitude Sports Network, CKY-DT, Fox Sports, KDOC-TV, NBC Sports and NHL Network.   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.

Jeff and Elliotte look at a couple of recent disputed goals: Radek Faska scoring with a broken stick and Charlie Coyle having a marker overturned an off-side challenge. They also discuss Zdeno Chara getting to 1,500 games and the respect Habs fans showed him, Boston’s top-heavy offence, the latest on Dustin Byfuglien and L.A. winger Kyle Clifford talks to Elliotte about leadership, teaching young players and his nickname. All of that plus much more and… #Ask31. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: The Sheepdogs – Warmer Love Check out all their music here: https://thesheepdogs.com/ This episode is produced and sound engineered by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: Calgary Flames, Fox Sports Southwest, NBCSN, New York Islanders Radio Network, NHL Network and Sportsnet. 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.

The news out of Winnipeg is… well, turbulent (sorry). Jeff and Elliotte dive into the work coach Paul Maurice is doing, how Patrik Laine has adapted his game and what the latest Dustin Byfuglien report means for the team. They also look around the NHL and discuss one beauty but potentially illegal goal, the latest on big-name D-men and their contracts, the stumbling Sharks, high-profile healthy scratches, and how Steve Yzerman is shaking things up in Detroit. Red-hot Capitals defenceman John Carlson joins Elliotte to talk about, among other things, piling up points in October. Then Jeff and Elliotte finish the pod off by answering some recent #Ask31 questions. All of that plus much more. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Outro Music: Kraz – Leave a Little Check out their new album “Telescope” here: https://www.krazmusic.com/ This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Thanks to Tom Reid and Zack Hajas from Media Operations for archival support, and Carson Illidge for coordinating the music for this episode. Audio Credits: Fox Sports LA, NBC Sports Washington, Sportsnet and WCMC-FM.  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.

Jeff and Elliotte discuss Jack Eichel and the Sabres (they’re for real), John Carlson’s run at history, why they’re excited about the Heritage Classic in Regina and what can turn things around in Toronto. That plus much more, including #Ask31.  31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: Nature Of – You and Only Catch them on tour + listen to more of their music here: https://natureofband.com/ This episode is produced and sound designed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: Comcast SportsNet, NBC Sports and Sportsnet.  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.

CM Punk is best known as a WWE superstar and MMA fighter. But Phil Brooks is a good, old-fashioned Chicago Blackhawks fan. He discusses the Chicago sports scene, his career in the ring and octagon, and much more in this wide-ranging interview. This episode is produced and sound engineered by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. You can also watch this interview on YouTube. It’s right here, but you might as well subscribe to Sportsnet’s YouTube channel for all kinds of great stuff. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: Living Colour – Cult of Personality (instrumental) 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.

Jeff and Elliotte kick off the show by remembering long-time NHLer, coach and all-around great guy Ted Green, who passed away Oct. 8. Then they cover off a number of topics, including: the bad in New Jersey, the good in Anaheim and great play in Nashville and Carolina. Tara Slone also joins the guys to talk about Season 6 of Hometown Hockey, the differences between music and hockey tours, and social media. All of that plus #Ask31 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: Rheostatics – Music Is The Message We also featured “Vancouver” and “The Beautiful Night” by the Rheostatics from their latest record, Here Come The Wolves. Catch them on tour starting in November: http://www.rheostatics.ca/ This episode is produced and sound engineered by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: Sportsnet 590 The FAN and Sportsnet.  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.

The final installment of our 2019 Star Series is the family-men episode. Jeff and Elliotte talk to Couturier, Hertl and Slavin about how their lives changed during the off-season (and hockey, too). Couturier and Hertl both got married and answer the question everyone wants to know: Which NHLer indulged the most at the wedding? Slavin adopted a daughter and discusses how it’s changed his life. All three also discuss their games and teams, including: Couturier on his 200-foot game and Carter Hart; Hertl on the Sharks-Golden Knights rivalry and Joe Thornton’s leadership; Slavin on being an analytics darling and the Storm Surge. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by the GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: The New Pornographers – Falling Down The Stairs Of Your Smile Their latest album “In The Morse Code of Brake Lights” is out now + upcoming tour dates can be found here: https://www.thenewpornographers.com/ This episode is produced and sound engineered by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: Fox Sports Carolinas, KUFX, NBC SN, WCMC-FM and WPEN. 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.

Season 3 officially begins with a whopper of an episode. Discussion topics include: Tkachuk vs. Doughty, that’s just plain fun; the (so far) lopsided Neal-Lucic trade; ongoing contract talks for big-name D-men; whether the Penguins should hit the reset button; how the Senators could be setting up to be the stars of the 2020 draft; and much more. Then Hall of Famer Nick Lidstrom joins the show to talk about his career and life after the NHL, the many beer league offers he’s had and his new book, “The Pursuit of Perfection.” 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: Stuck On Planet Earth – Rising Check out more music from Stuck On Planet Earth + concert dates here: https://www.stuckonplanetearth.com/ This episode is produced and sound engineered by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Audio Credits: Fox Sports West, MSG, NBC Sports California, NBC SN and Sportsnet. 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.

Jeff and Elliotte are joined by three players from Canadian-based teams. Horvat discusses optimism around the Canucks this season, Elias Pettersson’s otherworldly skills and his memories of the Sedins’ final game. Barrie talks about the differences, on and off the ice, between Colorado and Toronto, his influences and the Jerry Curl mullet he wore as a teen. Finally, Bennett explains how he reinvented his game, annoying opponents and provides a moustache update. All of that, plus much more. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by GMC Sierra Trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. Music Outro: Jeremie Albino – Hard Time [Sleepless Records] Find Jeremie’s debut album + upcoming tour dates here: http://jeremiealbino.com/ This episode is produced and sound engineered by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman. Thanks to Carson Illidge for providing support around our outro music. Audio Credits: 99.9FM The Fan, Altitude Sports Radio, Sportsnet, Sportsnet 650, Sportsnet 960, and WEPN-FM. 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.

Recorded in front of a live studio audience at Sportsnet Grill, Jeff and Elliotte preview the Eastern and Western Conferences, offer a couple predictions and take questions from the audience. 31 Thoughts: The Podcast is presented by the GMC Sierra Trucks, complete with the World’s-First Six-function Multi-Pro Tailgate. GMC — we are professional grade. www.gmccanada.ca. This episode is produced and sound engineered by Amil Delic, 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 Media Inc. or any affiliate.