The Battle of Ontario is Back, Baby

02/12/24 • 77 min

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Jeff and Elliotte look back at the ending of the Maple Leafs-Senators game on Saturday night that saw Morgan Rielly cross-check Ridly Greig in a fit of rage. They discuss how many games they believe Rielly should be suspended for and the impact it'll have on the Leafs. Plus, the guys get into the reaction from the fans and how this has reignited the Battle of Ontario. Jeff and Elliotte move on to the surging Calgary Flames who now find themselves back in the Western Conference Wild Card race (26:30). Next, could the New Jersey Devils pry Jacob Markstrom out of Calgary (31:59) and Jeff asks Elliotte about the trade buzz around Guentzel, Tanev, Hanifin, and Henrique (38:32). Jeff then ponders whether Boone Jenner could find his way to the Buffalo Sabres (44:48) and Elliotte provides the latest information he's privy to around the Arizona Coyotes (49:040). Finally, will Doug Armstrong lead Canada into the next international best-on-best window (52:56)?

The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (54:29) and finish the podcast by sitting down with New York Rangers bench boss Peter Laviolette (1:03:54).

Email the podcast at [email protected] 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.

The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (54:29) and finish the podcast by sitting down with New York Rangers bench boss Peter Laviolette (1:03:54).

Email the podcast at [email protected] 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.

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The Arizona Coyotes & Cramer's Curse

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff and Elliotte kick things off by focusing on the Arizona Coyotes, whose future in the desert hangs by a thread with a looming threat of relocation to Salt Lake City on the horizon. The guys then shift focus to the Toronto Maple Leafs and their impending decision on their 2024 1st round pick. Should they move it before the deadline at the risk of further depleting their pipeline? (14:55). The Calgary Flames then take centre stage as Andrei Kuzmenko has made an immediate impact with his new club. Plus, Jeff and Elliotte ponder the future of Noah Hanifin (21:48). Travis Konecny also demanded some time on this podcast with his Gordie Howe hat-trick which only took 4 minutes of game time to collect. They also dive into Sean Walker, Rasmus Ristolainen, and Scott Laughton's future with the Flyers (27:16). Elliotte also provides the latest on the Edmonton Oilers following their devastating loss to Vegas (34:48) and the guys get into the Buffalo Sabres and what they might do with Casey Mittelstadt (42:48). Finally, we deep dive into the NHL's audit into hitting stats (51:27).

The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (57:13). They end the podcast by sitting down with Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (1:20:48).

Email the podcast at [email protected] 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.

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Kekäläinen Out and Jack Hughes' Heel Turn

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/

Email the podcast at [email protected] 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.