32 Thoughts: The Podcast A Key Change in Music City
Feb 3, 2026
They react to a major leadership change in Nashville and discuss what the front office might do next. Trade chatter around Robert Thomas and Nazem Kadri comes up, along with Florida’s possible maneuvering for Artemi Panarin. Ottawa’s surprising upside if goaltending steadies is explored. They also unpack the Matvei Michkov situation in Philadelphia and debate outdoor game scheduling ideas.
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Ottawa Could Surprise If Goaltending Holds
- Ottawa's positive underlying numbers position them as the Atlantic team most likely to surge if their goaltending holds.
- Elliotte emphasizes that defensive saves are the variable that could unlock their push.
Avoid Trades That Make Contenders Worse
- Don't weaken a competitive roster for marginal returns; keep Alex Tuch if the Sabres want to win now.
- Buffalo told other teams they won't make their team worse unless an extraordinary offer appears.
McDavid's Piece Shows Deep Competitive Drive
- Connor McDavid's Players' Tribune piece revealed deeper emotional drivers and hunger for big wins.
- Elliotte felt the tone matched McDavid's competitive wiring rather than a robotic caricature.