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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: First Round Scenarios & Bowness Sounds Off

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: First Round Scenarios & Bowness Sounds Off

The FAN Hockey Show›
Apr 15, 202634:22

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode outlining the potential first round playoff scenarios that will be decided after Game 82. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins the conversation to share which postseason matchup has the most buzz ahead of puck drop. Friedge also touches on the teams that missed the cut, Rick Bowness' emotional postgame comments, and Mark Scheifele's strong season despite the Jets' down year. The boys wrap up with thoughts on the Blue Jackets' offseason decisions and the most intriguing NHL Award race.

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.

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