32 Thoughts: Soft talks underway between NHL, NHLPA for next CBA
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Elliotte Friedman
Elliotte Friedman
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Elliotte Friedman joined Sportsnet in June 2014 as an insider and reporter for the network’s national NHL coverage and Hockey Night in Canada. In addition to his on-air role, Friedman regularly contributes to sportsnet.ca, analyzing the latest NHL news in his regular “32 Thoughts” columns.
Senators owner rips 'soft tampering' amid Brady Tkachuk rumours
Elliotte Friedman
After a report last week indicated Brady Tkachuk could be a trade target for the New York Rangers, Senators owner Michael Andlauer spoke out about what he described as "soft tempering."
32 Thoughts: Some surprises on 4 Nations Face-Off rosters
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32 Thoughts: Why the Bruins fired Jim Montgomery and what's next
Elliotte Friedman
After the Bruins failed to show consistent "pushback" it was time to make a change behind the bench. Plus, where the salary cap could go next, thoughts on the trade market, and more in this week's notes.
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews visits Germany, surgery not being considered
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According to several sources, injured Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews went to Germany this week to visit a clinic "he knows and trusts. If space is available, you take it."
32 Thoughts: Where do the Penguins go from here?
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32 Thoughts: NCAA decision opens door to chaos and options for players
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In this week's edition of 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman looks at the fallout from the NCAA decision and how it will open door for players.
32 Thoughts: Trade talk beginning to pick up across the league
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Trade talk has picked, and it will continue to do so. Some of the teams who preached patience are starting to run out of it. Elliotte Friedman takes a look at that, and other thoughts from around the league.
32 Thoughts: Wild's Kirill Kaprizov should be in Hart Trophy race
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32 Thoughts: How Igor Shesterkin's next contract will change the market
Elliotte Friedman
As the season begins, NY Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin enters the final year of his contract. If he sets a new high bar at the position, what will that number be? Plus thoughts on other goalie situations in Seattle, Toronto and Vancouver, and predictions for what's ahead.
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