Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Matthew Schaefer, The Olympic Debate & Adam Lowry Extension

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese to discuss New York Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer entering the Olympic drug testing protocol and his chances at making Canada’s roster. The guys then take a look at whether both Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard will be in Milan and what questions Friedge thinks are important to ask when looking at potential players. Later, Matt poses the question ‘Does Leon Draisaital have the best one-timer in the NHL?’ to Elliotte. Friedge then gives his thoughts on Adam Lowry’s five-year, $25-million extension with the Winnipeg Jets, before wrapping up sharing an injury update on Boston Bruins D-man Charlie McAvoy and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Scott Laughton. 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.