In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman delve into Mikko Rantanen's return to the Colorado with the Dallas Stars and talk about how tough the Central Division bracket will be in the playoffs. Next, they highlight how everyone is high on the Ottawa Senators currently (9:00) and Kyle and Elliotte discuss how Toronto reacted to the Leafs loss to the Senators (12:35). They also touch on the Montreal Canadiens and the tight Eastern Conference playoff race (19:02) and on a team that could be handful in the West in the LA Kings and Quinten Byfield who has been "Bringing the Boom" (28:42). That bleeds into a conversation about how tight the Western Conference wild card race is between the Blues, Canucks, Utah, and Calgary (30:18). Elliotte takes a second to talk about Connor Bedard's frustrations after a blowout loss visit to his hometown (36:47) and Kyle and Friedge speculate on Sam Bennett's future (40:40). The Final Thought focuses on our colleague Gene Principe (45:22).

Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (49:04).

In the final segment Kyle and Elliotte talk about the reason why they are in Florida recording this podcast, the NHL GM Meetings (1:14:45).

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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

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin by discussing their takeaways from Thursday night's tilt between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers which Elliotte attended, and from the Senators-Bruins game which Kyle attended. They talk about the Devils big victory over the Oilers (11:33) and Elliotte reveals that Adin Hill may be close to signing a contract extension with the Vegas Golden Knights (15:23). They dive into the tight Western Conference playoff race before Elliotte credits Quinn Hughes for having Elias Pettersson's back throughout his struggles this season (18:32). The fellas then delve into the Rasmus Dahlin "wants out of Buffalo" rumours (23:22), Kyle Palmieri being close to a contract extension with the Islanders (32:11), and Connor Zary's two game suspension (32:30). Next, they look ahead to the GM meetings that begin on Monday (33:56).

Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (44:47).

Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

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

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman unpack what happened between Mitch Marner, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Carolina Hurricanes plus Elliotte ties a bow on the Mikko Rantanen saga (14:27). The fellas then turn their attention the Ottawa Senators and the narrative that has now surrounded the team (19:28). They then delve into the Brad Marchand exit in Boston (25:48) and discuss how well the Oilers handled the Dallas Stars (32:45). Elliotte talks about what interest there was in Brock Boeser at the trade deadline (36:32) and Kyle and Elliotte react to Lou Lamoriello's comments following the Brock Nelson trade (38:38). The Final Thought focuses on whether Marchand is heading to the Hockey Hall of Fame once his career is done (42:29).

Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and respond to your voicemails in the Thought Line (46:03).

In the final segment Kyle and Elliotte touch on Connor Ingram stepping away from the game to focus on his health. They also highlight Alex Oveckin's 1,600th NHL point (1:02:03).

Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.

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