Show Notes
Elliotte Friedman, Saturday Night Hockey analyst and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to share his experience at the Heritage Classic! Friedge then dives into Alexander Nikishin’s one-year deal to return to the Hurricanes, the latest updates from Detroit, the Maple Leafs’ 7-2 win over the Oilers on Saturday, and Easton Cowan’s leap in production this season. The guys also chat about the Blue Jackets’ victory over the Golden Knights, the reception for Quinn Hughes in his return to Vancouver, Dustin Byfuglien’s ceremonious alumni game appearance, and Devin Cooley’s strong performance in Calgary’s victory over the Red Wings.
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