Friedge's Thoughts ft. Elliotte Friedman - May 18th, 2022

Published: May 18, 2022, 9:11 p.m.

For the first time ever, the Winged Wheel Podcast welcomes Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, 32 Thoughts, Hockey Night in Canada, & the overall world of hockey insiders onto the podcast!

Tune in as Friedge gives his thoughts, stories, and opinions on everything from working with Steve Yzerman to the Detroit Red Wings rebuild, what it's like to be a hockey insider, working with Jeff Marek, insights into NHL legends, and so much more! (4:21)

We also discuss the brewing rumors of Toronto looking to trade for a player like Tyler Bertuzzi: whether Yzerman would make Bert available to a division rival, what Dubas would have to give up, if Nylander, Knies, etc. would be in play, and lots more! (49:04) Also, the Pontus Andreasson signing made official (1:00:41), as well as more news in the coaching world, with Barry Trotz, Lane Lambert, Derek Lalonde, & other key players making headlines. (1:02:40)

Finally, we give an update on the Stanley Cup Playoffs (and make some new predictions) (1:11:15) before jumping into Overtime - enjoy!

Prashanth's "If I Were Steve Yzerman - Part 1" article: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/post/if-i-were-steve-yzerman-2022-edition-part-1

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