32 Thoughts: The Podcast A Sit Down With Bedard and Nazar
Dec 16, 2025
In this lively discussion, Connor Bedard, a rising star with the Chicago Blackhawks, shares insights on his shoulder injury and how a longer summer helped him reset. His teammate, Frank Nazar, reveals the team's upbeat dressing-room vibe and humorous anecdotes from life on the road. They also dive into leadership moments, with Frank recalling a transformative message from Pat Maroon. With light banter about golf stories, fantasy football, and Olympic aspirations, the duo's infectious energy highlights their camaraderie and passion for the game.
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High-Risk High-Reward GM Hire
- Jarmo Kekäläinen brings scouting acumen and bold decision-making to Buffalo as a high-risk, high-reward hire.
- Elliotte Friedman questions whether he learned enough from Columbus to fix systemic issues in Buffalo.
Experience Versus Lessons Learned
- Kekäläinen is valued for his player evaluation and willingness to make big trades.
- The key question is whether he learned from past disappointments to improve this time around.
Act Fast On Roster Priorities
- New GMs must quickly decide roster priorities, like Alexander Tuch's contract and Skinner buyout implications.
- Make swift choices to balance salary and roster needs before uncertainty spreads through staff.