Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman delve into what is next for the Toronto Maple Leafs following another first round elimination. They talk about what management will do with Sheldon Keefe (3:16) and what will happen with Mitch Marner and the big four (6:19). The conversation about the Leafs then makes way for Game 7 between the Golden Knights and Stars (21:36). They discuss what happens with Vegas now that they are out (27:36). Jeff and Elliotte talk about the future of Lou Lamoriello and the New York Islanders (36:06) and what the Nashville Predators do next after a successful season (41:50).

In the back half of the podcast the guys focus on the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, beginning with Game 1 between the Rangers and Hurricanes (51:28). They stay in the East and talk about the Bruins-Panthers series (58:25). The attention then turns West as they discuss Avs-Stars (1:01:10), and finally the All-Canadian matchup between the Canucks and Oilers (1:04:19).

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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.

Jeff and Elliotte look back at the Toronto Maple Leafs game six victory over the Boston Bruins to send the series to seven. They talk about how the Leafs were written off after trailing 3-1. They also delve into the Bruins' side of things and ponder what might happen if they blow this series (8:31). That makes way for conversation about Rod Brind'Amour's future in Carolina (16:11), news about Todd McLellan (20:00), and updates on Mike Sullivan (21:58) and Craig Berube (24:55). Jeff and Elliotte set up Game 6 between Vancouver and Nashville (25:48).

The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (30:07).

Jeff and Elliotte wrap the podcast by revisiting Game 5 between the Dallas Stars and Vegas Golden Knights, as the Stars grabbed a 3-2 series lead (40:33). They also talk about what is next for the LA Kings after once again being ousted from the playoffs by the Edmonton Oilers (46:52).

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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.

Jeff and Elliotte open this edition of 32 Thoughts by diving into Game 5 in Boston that saw the Toronto Maple Leafs stave off elimination with a 2-1 overtime win. Next up, the fellas take a look at Game 5 between the Canucks and Predators, where Nashville survived with a 2-1 win (8:34). The guys debate whether head coach Rick Tocchet should have challenged the Roman Josi goal for goaltender interference (13:45). Jeff and Elliotte turn their attention to the teams that couldn't stave, beginning with the Winnipeg Jets who crash out with a loss to the Colorado Avalanche (18:07). They also highlight the New York Islanders, who couldn't force Game 6 back home (26:26). Finally, they touch on the Tampa Bay Lighting bowing out to their in-state rivals in the Florida Panthers (31:25). The guys talk about whether Steven Stamkos' days might be done in Tampa (32:38). Jeff and Elliotte park the playoff talk for a moment to talk about coaching across the league. They touch on Mike Sullivan's status in Pittsburgh (38:56) and Dave Hakstol losing his job in Seattle (43:34).

The guys answer your questions in the Montana’s Thought Line (50:18).

They wrap the podcast by talking about the Edmonton Oilers, who have a change to send the Kings packing on Wednesday (1:03:56). They also delve into the tight Golden Knights-Stars series (1:05:58).

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.