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Sources: Canucks seek permission from Leafs to speak to Shane Doan

Elliotte Friedman — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:45:05 EDT

In their ongoing search to re-shape the front office, sources indicate the Vancouver Canucks have asked the Maple Leafs for permission to speak to Shane Doan.

32 Thoughts: Can Hellebuyck and the Jets get back on track?

Elliotte Friedman — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:08:17 EDT

Connor Hellebuyck had some thoughtful words at the end of a disappointing Jets season and wondered how they could compete for the Cup. Plus thoughts on Sunny Mehta in New Jersey, updates on GM searches, and something on each playoff series.

Maple Leafs interviewing Mats Sundin for hockey department job

Elliotte Friedman — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:18:14 EDT

Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman has learned that ownership will meet with the Maple Leafs’ all-time leading scorer, Mats Sundin, as soon as Friday about a role in the hockey department.

Why the Maple Leafs let go of Treliving, and what’s next

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:37:00 EDT

Elliotte Friedman writes about how the Leafs went from considering extending Brad Treliving’s contract to firing him on Monday night, and what could be next for the direction of the front office.

32 Thoughts: Goaltender interference — two plays, two outcomes

Elliotte Friedman — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:13:17 EDT

In this week’s 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman writes about why two recent goalie interference reviews had different outcomes, plus more on Buffalo, the Predators’ GM search, and the playoff format.

32 Thoughts: Player safety a hot topic at GMs meetings

Elliotte Friedman — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:35:28 EDT

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman covers why player safety was a hot topic at the GMs meetings, who checked in on Matthew Knies, superstar injury updates and much more.

Trade Deadline Thoughts: Could Leafs be persuaded to move Matthew Knies?

Elliotte Friedman — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:50:01 EST

On the eve of the NHL’s 2026 trade deadline, Elliotte Friedman writes about what he’s hearing around the league.

32 Thoughts: How Artemi Panarin ended up with the Los Angeles Kings

Elliotte Friedman — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:13:46 EST

One player consistently texted Artemi Panarin while he considered his future: former teammate Patrick Kane. Elliotte Friedman fills us in on why and more in this edition of the 32 Thoughts blog.

Barry Trotz to step down as GM of Nashville Predators

Elliotte Friedman — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:30:07 EST

Barry Trotz announced Monday that he is stepping down as general manager of the Nashville Predators — although he will remain on the job until a successor is found.

Where did it go wrong for Mitch Marner and the Maple Leafs?

Elliotte Friedman — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:36:15 EST

On Friday night, Mitch Marner will make his first return to Toronto since joining the Vegas Golden Knights. Elliotte Friedman writes about how Marner and his hometown team ended up separating.

Sources: Rangers won’t offer Artemi Panarin a contract extension

Elliotte Friedman — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:33:04 EST

As the Rangers look to retool around their core players and prospects, Elliotte Friedman reports they will not offer a new contract to pending UFA Artemi Panarin.

Hurricanes considering trade offers for Jesperi Kotkaniemi

Elliotte Friedman — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:29:34 EST

While it’s hard to find centres around the NHL, the Hurricanes are taking offers on 25-year-old Jesperi Kotkaniemi and are looking for something that can help them win now, writes Elliotte Friedman.

Utah Mammoth to host 2027 Winter Classic

Elliotte Friedman — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 18:02:20 EST

The Winter Classic is headed to the Beehive State in 2027 — a massive victory for a Utah Mammoth franchise in its second NHL season.

Sources: Leafs’ Treliving, Berube not in danger of being fired

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:36:24 EST

After dismissing assistant coach Marc Savard on Monday, Elliotte Friedman reports that the Maple Leafs’ GM and coach are not in danger of being fired for now.

32 Thoughts: Maple Leafs will face core questions if struggles continue

Elliotte Friedman — Sat, 20 Dec 2025 02:35:16 EST

In this week’s notes, Elliotte Friedman writes about what Toronto’s struggles could lead to if they don’t climb back up the standings, why Quinn Hughes ended up in Minnesota, and much more.

32 Thoughts: Everything we know about Quinn Hughes and the Canucks

Elliotte Friedman — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 01:23:12 EST

In this week’s notes, Elliotte Friedman fills you in on everything to do with Quinn Hughes and the Canucks, plus the recent hand-pass craziness, Tom Wilson’s case for Team Canada, and more.

32 Thoughts: Canucks ready to reshape their future

Elliotte Friedman — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:09:08 EST

In this week’s thoughts, Elliotte Friedman writes more about the Canucks’ situation and what the front office is considering. Plus notes on the Milan Olympics arena, Edmonton’s goalie situation, injury disclosure in the era of legal betting, and more.

Canucks listening to trade offers on ‘veteran players’

Elliotte Friedman — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 22:35:44 EST

According to several sources, the Canucks are listening to trade offers on their “veteran players” after a 9-12-2 start to the season and three straight losses.

32 Thoughts: Bedard, Celebrini making strong cases for Team Canada

Elliotte Friedman — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:35:52 EST

In his latest collection of thoughts, Elliotte Friedman writes about Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini and Matthew Schaefer all making a case for Team Canada. Plus notes on Adam Lowry’s extension, the Maple Leafs’ and Oilers’ struggles, and more.

Devils’ Jack Hughes sidelined after cutting hand at team dinner

Elliotte Friedman — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:55:33 EST