To Challenge or Not to Challenge?
05 June 2026

To Challenge or Not to Challenge?

32 Thoughts: The Podcast

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In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes heroic comeback in Game 2 over the Vegas Golden Knights. The fellas then turn their attention to Dylan Larkin's trade request out of Detroit (22:41). They also talk about the Edmonton Oilers and the potential break up with Darnell Nurse (37:17). Plus some speculation on their head coaching search (40:23). Elliotte also updates the LA and Toronto coaching searches (43:51). Kyle and Elliotte talk about the sale of the Barrie Colts (48:14). The Final Thought focuses on the NHL Awards that were announced (50:00). 


Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (57:08).


Today we highlight "Too Tough to Die" by Australian rockers The Lazys. Check their music out here.


Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here.


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