The Oil Stream

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• OIL STREAM: NHL Draft Day & Oilers Goaltending Discussion 26.06.2026 53min

  The NHL Entry Draft is tonight, and the Oilers' offseason continues with Reid Wilkins and Hernan Salas diving into it all!   On Today's Show: Oilers Goaltending Talk: News surrounding Connor Ingram and the Oilers has been making the rounds on socials, with Reid and Hernan tackling the rumours. Should the Oilers try to bring back Connor Ingram? Are the Oilers trying to push for Tristan Jarry as their number one goalie? What else might happen? The Babcock Risk: Mike Babcock is the Oilers guy, and the boys have so many questions... Wilkins and Salas go back and forth to debate his approach to Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl's ice time. Will he put them together? Does McDavid play on the penalty kill again? Does their ice time decrease next season? NHL Trades & Rumours: Some big news breaks throughout the one-hour program with teams making a few trades, signings and other moves. Reid and Hernan offer their take on each deal, including Brett Kulak's extension with the Avalanche. Was it the right move for the Oilers to ship Kulak out of town? A Look Around The League: With the moves trickling in, the fellas peek at a few contracts on other teams, debating which teams they'd have on their no-trade clause. If Reid were an NHL player, would he want to play in Toronto? What about Hernan's list? NHL Draft Preview: The first round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft gets underway tonight in Buffalo! While the Oilers don't own a first-round selection this evening, they hold four total picks across the weekend to replenish the prospect cupboard. Reid and Hernan project the organization's draft strategy under the new coaching and management regime. Classic NHL Draft Stories: To celebrate draft weekend, the boys open up the vault! Reid and Hernan look back at some of the wilder, weirder, and most memorable draft-day moments, shock selections, and behind-the-scenes floor politics in Edmonton Oilers history.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Mike Babcock Is In & NHL Trade Chaos! 24.06.2026 53min

  The microphones are live, the draft is just days away, and a heavy-hitting, unique pairing is steering the ship today. Welcome to a massive Wednesday edition of The Oil Stream on Edmonton Sports Talk! With Dusty away on location, the host chair belongs to Reid Wilkins, and he is joined at the desk by the one and only "Latino Heat"—Hernan Salas!   On Today's Show: Reid & Hernan on Babcock: The deal is done, and Mike Babcock is officially the 19th head coach in franchise history. Since the fellas haven't had the chance to chop it up yet, they dedicate the first half of the show to a full, comprehensive breakdown. They dissect the heavy pros and cons of the hiring, look at how his rigid defensive systems clash or complement this fast-paced roster, and weigh in on how he carried himself during yesterday's intense introductory press conference at Rogers Place. NHL Pre-Draft Frenzy: The coaching news was just the tip of the iceberg. The entire National Hockey League trade market completely fractured yesterday afternoon, with four separate multi-player blockbusters changing the landscape. From Jordan Kyrou heading to Washington, to the Flames striking a massive deal for young defenseman Simon Nemec, and Chicago shifting the 4th overall pick to Buffalo for Bowen Byram—the boys figure out how these changing rosters alter the balance of power around Edmonton. World Cup Watch: The action on the pitch is hitting a fever pitch. The guys take a quick timeout from the ice to look over at the global soccer landscape as tournament group play hits its peak, tracking the lines and the betting value ahead of Canada's massive match tomorrow.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Oilers Sign Both Murphy & Dickinson! 22.06.2026 55min

  The microphones are live at a noisy, buzzing Boston Pizza Westgate! On this massive Monday edition of The Oil Stream, Dustin Nielson and YouTube Trev are officially on location, and an absolute offseason bomb dropped right before the cameras started rolling. Stan Bowman and the Edmonton Oilers management team have officially locked up shutdown defenseman Connor Murphy to a brand-new five-year contract extension carrying a $4.1 million AAV. The boys waste absolutely zero time diving into the heavy fallout of this massive signature.   On Today's Show: The Connor Murphy Verdict: The trade deadline acquisition is staying in northern Alberta for the long haul! But at 33 years old, is a 5-year term running through his age-38 season an absolute ticking time bomb? The boys break down the $4.1M cap hit, argue over the high-risk vs. high-reward, and slap their official letter grades on the contract. They also dive into the Jason Dickinson deal with the 30-year-old signing on the dotted line yesterday! The Darnell Nurse Domino Effect: Let's read between the lines. If the Oilers are spending $4.1M a year on a veteran defensive specialist like Murphy, what does this mean for the rest of the blue line? The boys break down the cap sheet and ask the million-dollar question: Does this signature mean Stan Bowman is officially pushing all his chips into trading away Darnell Nurse's heavy contract this summer? YouTube Trev's Elite Top 6 Rankings: Shifting gears to league-wide elite firepower, Trev opens up his whiteboard to officially rate the best top-six forward groups across the entire National Hockey League. Who holds the crown, and where do the top-heavy Oilers stack up against the league's best? Dusty's Ultimate UFA Shopping List: With free agency just around the corner on July 1st, Nielson counts down his personal top 5 unrestricted free agent targets he wants to see the Oilers chase to round out the depth chart.   The Oil Stream is live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on Edmonton Sports Talk! As always, The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Top UFA Targets For The Oilers! 19.06.2026 55min

  We are breaking new ground on today's broadcast as YouTube Trev steers the ship alongside a highly anticipated special guest—the one, the only, Zach Kubusch. The boys have a massive, jam-packed show for the Nasties today as the NHL offseason shifts into overdrive. From breaking retirement news out of Winnipeg to massive blockbusters out East, the hockey world is absolutely spinning, and we are tracking how every single domino affects the Edmonton Oilers.   On Today's Show: The Zach Kubusch Debut: Zach officially hits the set! Trev welcomes him to the desk to break down the current state of Oil Country and to get his raw take on management's biggest summer priorities. Jonathan Toews Calls It a Career: "Captain Serious" has officially hung up the skates after finishing his final season with his hometown Winnipeg Jets. Three Stanley Cups, a Conn Smythe, and a Selke—but the boys aren't afraid to ask the hard questions. Is Jonathan Toews actually one of the most overrated players in modern NHL history? Trev and Zach go toe-to-toe on his true legacy. YouTube Trev's Ultimate UFA Wishlist: Free agency is right around the corner, and Trev is opening up his scouting notebook. He counts down his absolute favourite UFAs hitting the market this summer and maps out exactly who Jeff Jackson and Stan Bowman need to target to get this roster back to the Stanley Cup Final. "Would You Rather" Showdown: To close out a massive week of sports talk, the boys play a hilarious round of hockey-themed Would You Rather.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Jarry & Montembeault For Next Season? | Vegas & Toronto Make Moves 17.06.2026 53min

  The coaching carousel and the non-stop Darnell Nurse trade rumours have completely dominated the airwaves in Oil Country. Dustin Nielson (Dusty) and Hernan Salas are shifting gears for a full hour of pure, unfiltered Edmonton Oilers talk to address the massive elephant in the room: management's absolute disaster in the blue paint. Stan Bowman is staring down a massive crease conundrum this summer, and the boys are here to unpack the latest rumours and simulate the solution. On Today's Show: The Goaltending Pickle: We've spent weeks debating who is behind the bench, but what about who is stopping pucks? With Calvin Pickard and Connor Ingram hitting the UFA market, the Oilers are backed into a corner with massive salary commitments. Reports are officially surfacing linking Edmonton to Montreal Canadiens netminder Samuel Montembeault. The boys break down the rumours and look at what it would cost Kent Hughes to move him. Montembeault in Edmonton: Let's play out the hypothetical scenario. If the Oilers head into next season with a tandem of Samuel Montembeault and a rebounding Tristan Jarry... is that honestly good enough to get this team back to a Stanley Cup Final? Hernan and Dusty debate the ceiling of that duo, Jarry's path forward after a brutal stretch, and if a 50/50 split is a realistic option for next season. Alternative Targets in Net: If Montembeault isn't the answer and a Jarry buyout doesn't make financial sense, where else can the front office look? The fellas map out the remaining trade and free-agent board, evaluating high-risk reclamation projects and blockbuster options like Jacob Markstrom. Vegas & Toronto Find Their Guy: Around the league, the Vegas Golden Knights and Toronto Maple Leafs have both hired their new head coaches —Ryan Craig to Vegas and Jim Hiller to Toronto. The boys react to each hiring, discussing what it means for the remaining bench bosses left on the market. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Canes Win The Cup & Taylor Hall's Legacy! 15.06.2026 53min

  The Stanley Cup has officially been awarded, the off-season has arrived at full speed, and we have a highly anticipated broadcast lineup today! Hernan Salas and Benny Thomson are combining forces to lead the charge. The fellas recap their wild sports weekends before diving straight into deep hockey waters, tracking the fallout of the final horn and mapping out the immediate future in Oil Country. On Today's Show: The Stanley Cup Final In Review: Now that the dust has finally settled on the ice, Hernan and Benny give their final, comprehensive thoughts on the championship series. How did the Carolina Hurricanes completely shut down the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 6? The Taylor Hall Legacy Debate: He went into Sin City and got it done. With Taylor Hall officially adding a Stanley Cup ring to his Hart Trophy resume, the boys dive headfirst into a massive hockey debate: Is Taylor Hall officially tracking toward a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame? The Oilers Next Move: The playoff distraction is officially gone for the rest of the league, meaning the NHL off-season calendar is moving at a breakneck pace. With the draft and free agency looming, what is Stan Bowman's immediate priority to get this roster retooled? The Bruce Cassidy Sweepstakes: Now that the Golden Knights' season is officially over, will Kelly McCrimmon and the Vegas front office finally stop blocking the Oilers and grant permission to speak with Bruce Cassidy? The boys break down the contractual standstill, Edmonton's rumoured massive contract offer, and whether Cassidy remains the ultimate "Plan A" for the bench. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Where Does Darnell Nurse Go? 12.06.2026 53min

  An absolute franchise-altering atomic bomb has just detonated over Oil Country. The Oil Stream is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and today Reid Wilkins and Hernan Salas are stepping up to lead the charge on what is officially the wildest Friday in recent Oilers history! Grab a beverage and lock in, because the boys are breaking down a massive roster development from every single angle. On Today's Show: The Bombshell: Darnell Nurse Wants Out! It is official. Reports from Elliotte Friedman and Mark Spector confirm that veteran defenseman and alternate captain Darnell Nurse has formally requested a trade out of Edmonton. After 12 seasons and nearly 800 games in the blue and orange, #25 is ready for a fresh start. The boys dive straight into the deep end of the chaos: Where will he go? With early leaks connecting him to teams like the Los Angeles Kings and Pittsburgh Penguins, what does his 3-to-5 team trade list actually look like? What will the return be? How does Stan Bowman navigate trading a massive $9.25M cap hit with four years remaining and a full No-Movement Clause? Will the Oilers be forced to retain salary or give up a major sweetener? Is this good for the Oilers? Does clearing this cap space unlock the financial flexibility management desperately needs to rebuild the blue line, or does losing a core leadership piece create a massive hole? Is it good for Darnell? Does escaping the high-pressure Edmonton media fishbowl allow Nurse to revitalize his game elsewhere? The Ongoing Coaching Carousel: Even with the Nurse news taking over, the head coaching vacancy isn't going anywhere. Reid and Hernan look at where things stand with the ongoing Mike Babcock saga, the public pushback, and whether this sudden roster shakeup changes the front office's blueprint for their next bench boss.
• OIL STREAM: Latest On Babcock & Nurse's Future 10.06.2026 54min

  The hockey world is spinning, the rumours are flying, and the big boys are finally back together. Today, Joaquin Gage (Gager) is anchoring the ship alongside YouTube Trev! It's been a hot minute since these two shared the airwaves, so the fellas have plenty of catching up to do before they dive headfirst into the absolute storm surrounding the Orange and Blue!   On Today's Show: The Mike Babcock Era—This Might Be Real: The noise around the rink isn't slowing down. Reports keep pointing toward Mike Babcock becoming the next bench boss of the Edmonton Oilers. Gager and Trev lay it all out on the table: Is he truly the right man to lead this star-studded group to a Stanley Cup? The boys break down the ultimate pros and cons of bringing such a rigid, high-pressure coach into a room that already features the best players on the planet. The Darnell Nurse Dilemma: This is where things get really interesting. How does a potential Babcock hiring affect Darnell Nurse? Gager gives the player perspective on whether a coach with Babcock's strict defensive accountability can finally unlock the elite, shutdown version of Nurse we've all been waiting to see. On the flip side, Trev looks at the asset-management angle—does this hire create a structural change that forces management to finally pursue a blockbuster trade to clear out that massive contract? The Nasties Text Line: The chat is already buzzing, and the text boards are wide open. The boys spend plenty of time reading your live feedback, checking the temperature of Oil Country, and letting the fans dictate the chatter.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Mike Babcock To Edmonton?! | McDavid Wins Another Ted Lindsay Award 08.06.2026 54min

  The Oilers' offseason is already generating plenty of headlines; Connor McDavid continues to add to his trophy case, and Edmonton's coaching search remains one of the biggest stories in hockey. Dustin Nielson and Tom Gazzola reunite to give you this edition of The Oil Stream!   On Today's Show: Babcock Might Be An Option: The Oilers are still searching for their next head coach, and the list of candidates continues to evolve. Dusty and Tom discuss the latest names connected to the vacancy, with breaking news emerging in the second half of today's show... Hernan delivered the news from NHL insider Darren Dreger, who reported that the Oilers are consulting with the NHL Players' Association to make sure there are no objections to potentially hiring Mike Babcock McDavid Wins His 5th Ted Lindsay Award: Connor McDavid has once again been voted the NHL's most outstanding player by his peers, taking home the Ted Lindsay Award for the fifth time in his career. Dusty and Tom discuss what this latest accomplishment means for McDavid's legacy and where he already ranks among the greatest players in NHL history. Nurse Trade Talk Heating Up: After recent reports and speculation surrounding Darnell Nurse's future in Edmonton, the conversation continues to grow louder. The guys break down the challenges of moving a contract of that magnitude, what the Oilers would gain or lose by making a deal, and whether there's any realistic scenario where Nurse is wearing a different jersey next season. Text Line Takeover: Dusty and Tom hit the text boards to get your thoughts on McDavid's latest award, the ongoing Nurse trade speculation, and the Oilers' coaching search.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Nurses Future In Edmonton... 05.06.2026 54min

  The NHL offseason rumour mill is already in overdrive, trade speculation is heating up, and the Stanley Cup Final continues to deliver. Tom Gazzola is joined in the studio today by Reid Wilkins!   On Today's Show: Could Darnell Nurse Be Moved This Summer? A new wave of speculation has fans wondering whether the Oilers could make a blockbuster move involving Darnell Nurse this offseason after Mark Spector's article yesterday. Tommy and Reid discuss whether moving the veteran defenseman is realistic, what it would mean for Edmonton's blue line, and if there's any path to making a deal work. Dylan Larkin Wants Out of Detroit? One of the biggest stories around the NHL is the report that Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade. The guys break down the situation in Detroit, potential landing spots for the star forward, and whether there's any chance the Oilers could be involved in a move of that magnitude. Hurricanes Even the Series in Game 2! The Stanley Cup Final is all square after Carolina took down Vegas in Game 2. After the Golden Knights stole the opener, the Hurricanes responded with a huge performance to send the series back tied at one game apiece. Tommy and Reid react to the latest chapter of the Final and discuss which team now has the upper hand heading into Game 3. Text Line Takeover: Tommy and Reid hit the text boards to read your thoughts on a potential Nurse trade, the Dylan Larkin rumours, and everything happening in the Stanley Cup Final.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Bouchard Finishes 4th In Norris Voting! 03.06.2026 54min

  The hockey world is absolutely spinning after a chaotic 24 hours of hardware drops and championship drama, and the lines are open to break it all down. Tom Gazzola is joined in the studio today by Hernan Salas to get into it all!   On Today's Show: Evan Bouchard's Norris Snub or Fair Shake? The NHL officially handed out the Norris Trophy last night, and Oilers powerhouse Evan Bouchard finished a massive 4th in the overall voting. Tommy and Hernan debate the results—is 4th a massive sign of respect for Bouch's elite offensive season, or did the voters completely miss the mark by keeping him out of the top three? Vegas Takes Game 1... Holy Crap! What a breathless start to the Stanley Cup Final. The Vegas Golden Knights marched into Raleigh and completely shattered the defensive expectations, outlasting the Hurricanes in a wild 5-4 thriller to draw first blood. The guys react to the high-scoring madness. Does Carolina's system recover, or is this opening track meet proof that this series is destined to go a gruelling seven games? Text Line Takeover: The Nasties are running the show today! Tommy and Hernan hit the text boards to read your live reactions to the Norris results, your Stanley Cup predictions, and your early thoughts on the Oilers' offseason blueprint. Donair Debate: Nanso and Tommy have some fun as they talk about their favourite donair spots in the city...   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Will The Oilers Regret This Trade? 01.06.2026 56min

  The weekend delivered absolute chaos across the hockey world, and the fallout is landing right here in Edmonton. Tom Gazzola is joined by YouTube Trev to sort through a massive slate of championship drama, a national team collapse, and an elite prospect storyline that has Oilers fans second-guessing front-office history. Grab a coffee and dial in for the ultimate Monday morning breakdown.   On Today's Show: Weekend Catch-Up: The fellas kick things off by recapping their weekends and reacting to a frantic 48 hours of major sports headlines before diving straight into the deep end of hockey talk. The Stanley Cup Final is Set: It all begins tomorrow night. The Carolina Hurricanes are officially clashing with the Vegas Golden Knights for the right to hoist Lord Stanley's mug. Tom and Trev break down the X-factors, evaluate the depth charts, and drop their official predictions. Will the Canes' relentless system stop the Golden Knights from building a modern dynasty in the desert? Did the Oilers Blunder the Sam O'Reilly Trade? Major conversation brewing in Oil Country. Over the weekend, Sam O'Reilly put on an absolute clinic, leading the Kitchener Rangers to a dominant 6-2 victory over the Everett Silvertips to capture the Memorial Cup. O'Reilly took home the tournament MVP trophy, joining an incredibly elite list of historical superstars to sweep regular season, playoff, and Memorial Cup MVP honours. With O'Reilly looking like an absolute stud, the boys look back at the trade that sent him out of town. Did management make a massive mistake, or is it too early to panic? Team Canada Meltdown at Worlds: A very bitter pill to swallow for Canadian hockey fans. After a highly promising tournament run, Team Canada completely collapsed in the Bronze Medal game, dropping a shocking overtime decision to Norway to fly home entirely empty-handed. Trev and Tom debate the fallout: is this just a bad weekend bounce, or should Canadians be genuinely concerned about the program's international depth right now?   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: OILERS FRONT OFFICE SHAKEUP! 29.05.2026 53min

  The front-office blueprint is officially changing in Oil Country. The Oil Stream is live right here on Edmonton Sports Talk as the fellas react to a massive wave of executive promotions, dissect major coaching friction down in Sin City, and break down a devastating, landscape-shifting piece of injury news that has completely shut down an elite Oilers blueliner's season.   On Today's Show: Stan Bowman Reshapes the Front Office: The Edmonton Oilers got a major head start on restructuring their executive food chain yesterday afternoon, announcing a massive sweep of promotions within hockey operations. Headlining the changes is data guru Michael Parkatti, who gets elevated to Vice President of Analytics and Technology, signalling a massive analytical push for the franchise. Plus, a very familiar local face joins the big club's upper management, with former Edmonton Oil Kings President and GM Kirt Hill being named Assistant General Manager of Player Procurement. The boys break down what this sweeping executive remodel means for the organization's summer philosophy.   The Cassidy & McCrimmon Standoff: Massive waves coming out of Nevada that have major ripple effects right here in Edmonton. Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy didn't hold back during his appearance on Spittin' Chiclets, voicing serious frustration over the organization blocking him from interviewing for open jobs—including the vacancy in Edmonton. Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon fired back with some strong words of his own, and the fellas dive directly into the drama. Does this put Cassidy on the radar for the Oilers down the road, and what does it say about the stability in Vegas? Evan Bouchard   Ruled Out at Worlds: An absolute disaster scenario has been confirmed for the Oilers. Following a terrifying, illegal hit to the head from American defender Ryan Lindgren that left him briefly unconscious on Thursday, Evan Bouchard has officially been ruled out for the remainder of the World Championships. While Stan Bowman provided some comfort by stating the injury isn't as bad as it initially looked, the boys discuss the massive anxiety gripping Oil Country regarding Bouchard's long-term health and his critical recovery timeline ahead of training camp.   NHL ECF Game 5 Tonight: Playoff hockey returns to Raleigh tonight with a trip to the Stanley Cup Final on the line. The Carolina Hurricanes hold a commanding 3-1 series stranglehold and are looking to finish off the Montreal Canadiens on home ice. Can the Habs conjure up some road magic to stave off elimination, or is Carolina punching their ticket to meet Vegas?   So much to dive into in just a single hour! It's a jam-packed edition of The Oil Stream, presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Oilers News, NHL Playoffs & World Hockey Recap! 27.05.2026 55min

  Dusty is away, but the heavy hitters are in the building! Tom Gazzola is holding down the fort, and he's bringing in an absolute titan of Edmonton sports media as Reid Wilkins slides into the co-host chair. The hockey world is completely spinning after a historic sweep in the West, and the fellas have a massive show lined up.   We start right here in Oil Country with the story that has everyone on absolute high alert. The Edmonton Oilers' head coaching vacancy has dominated the daily airwaves for weeks. Still, Tommy has some brand-new news and fresh updates regarding Stan Bowman's search and the internal timeline. The guys peel back the layers on the latest front-office whispers and break down what it means for the organization's next major bench boss.   On Today's Show: Vegas Sweeps Their Way to the Finals: Break out the brooms! The Vegas Golden Knights completed a total masterclass last night, grinding out a 2-1 victory to finish off a clean four-game sweep of the top-seeded Colorado Avalanche. They are Western Conference champions once again and heading back to the Stanley Cup Final. Tommy and Reid break down how Vegas suffocated Colorado's offence and what's next for the Avs. Tommy's Oilers Coaching Scoop: The standoff might finally be cracking... Maybe? Who is emerging as the definitive front-runner, and how soon should fans expect an official announcement...? Habs Host Hurricanes for Game 4: The Eastern Conference Final takes center stage tonight at a raucous Bell Centre. Down 2-1 in the series, the Montreal Canadiens are facing a must-win situation on home ice against a rolling Carolina Hurricanes squad. Memorial Cup News: The guys touch on a story involving Chicoutimi Saguenéens defenceman Jordan Tourigny, who has been suspended for the remainder of the tournament after stomping on the skate of Kitchener forward Christian Humphreys during the third period of the Rangers' 3-2 victory. What happened in that situation?   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Ongoing Oilers Coaching Standoff 25.05.2026 54min

  Tom Gazzola is steering the ship today, and he's brought the show on location to Boston Pizza! Tommy pulls up a chair with YouTube Trev to recap a completely chaotic weekend across the sports world, look at active sweep watches, and discuss the temperature in Oil Country. We are officially heading into late May, and the Edmonton Oilers still haven't finalized a head coaching decision. The fellas track the latest rumours swirling around Stan Bowman's front office. Is the delay because the club is locked in a waiting game for a specific candidate, or are there contract snags behind the scenes?   On Today's Show: Rumours In Town: Tommy and Trev hit all the headlines, discussing Oilers coaching and management decisions, Connor McDavid's possible future with the team, potential trades and moves to improve the squad, and so much more! Vegas Pushes Avs to the Brink: The Western Conference Final is turning into a total shocker. The Vegas Golden Knights protected home ice over the weekend, grinding out a 5-3 Game 3 victory to push the top-seeded Colorado Avalanche to the absolute edge of elimination. Down 3-0, are the Avs completely cooked, or do they have one desperate push left in them? East Final Heads to Montreal: The Eastern Conference Final shifts to the Bell Centre tonight, deadlocked at 1-1! The underdog Montreal Canadiens host the Carolina Hurricanes in a massive Game 3. The boys preview the tactical shifts and atmosphere waiting in Montreal.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: Oilers Coaching Waiting Game Continues... 22.05.2026 53min

  It's Friday, the weekend is officially here, and we are throwing out the dynamic script and having some fun! Tom Gazzola and Hernan Salas are live in the studio for one final edition of The Oil Stream this week to talk everything blue and orange, recapping a wild couple of nights in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and to pour a cold beverage for the weekend. Even though the Oilers are out of the postseason, the off-ice news cycle in Edmonton never sleeps. We check the temperature on the current head coaching vacancy—why hasn't Stan Bowman pulled the trigger? Are the Vegas Golden Knights still blocking permission to talk to Bruce Cassidy? Is Craig Berube still the betting favourite, or is a massive curveball name gaining traction?   The Edmonton Coaching Carousel: We give you the latest absolute truth, inside information, and surrounding rumours on where the front office stands in its search for a bench boss. Oilers Crushing the World Championship: It's been a minute since we've had Oilers playing in the IIHF World Championship in late May, but our guys are absolutely tearing it up over in Switzerland. We talk about Evan Bouchard and Darnell Nurse helping Canada jump out to a perfect 4-0 start, Mattias Ekholm anchoring Sweden's blue line and potting goals, and prospect Isaac Howard putting on a show for Team USA. Stanley Cup Conference Finals Check-In: We look at a wild start to the final four. The boys recap the Montreal Canadiens' shocking 6-2 beatdown over Carolina in Game 1 of the East Final, and preview tonight's massive Game 2 out West between the Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche. Friday Free-For-All: We open the text line, take your boldest offseason predictions, talk weekend plans, and let the conversation take us wherever it wants to go.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• OIL STREAM: The Coaching Circus Continues... 20.05.2026 55min

  The Coaching Circus Deepens: Cassidy, Berube... or Babcock?! Dusty has the day off, so Tom Gazzola is pulling up a chair with the host of The Reid Wilkins Show, the one and only Reid Wilkins! Together, two of the best-connected media voices in the city sit down to tackle a fascinating, rapidly shifting day in Oil Country.   The Ultimate Coaching Carousel: The rumour mill is working overtime, and the names are flying. We know Craig Berube is officially in the mix after Toronto granted permission, and we know Vegas is still playing gatekeeper with Bruce Cassidy. But what about the wild cards? Are guys like Mike Babcock actually a realistic dark-horse option for Stan Bowman, or is that just pure sports radio smoke? Tommy and Reid separate fact from fiction. Coaches In The McDavid Era: Reid and Tommy go back and forth, ranking Oilers coaches from 1-5 who've been in charge during McDavid's time in E-Town. Is Kris Knoblauch the best coach McDavid has had in the NHL? Where does Jay Woodcroft fit in this list? Taking The Reins: The fellas pull back the curtain on what the front office is looking for in a new bench boss and debate who is the genuine structural fit to unlock the "McDavid Window." WCF Game 1: While the off-ice drama consumes Edmonton, the Stanley Cup Playoffs march on! The heavyweights out West finally collide as the Colorado Avalanche look to maintain their dominant run against a stingy Vegas Golden Knights squad.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• The Oil Stream: Is Bruce Cassidy The Answer? 13.05.2026 53min

  The Coaching Carousel: Is Bruce Cassidy the Answer? | The Oil Stream The silence has been broken!   After a whirlwind 24 hours that sent shockwaves through the NHL and the streets of Edmonton, The Oil Stream is back to break down the massive coaching news surrounding the Edmonton Oilers.   On today's show: The Cassidy Bombshell: Reports are surfacing that the Oilers have officially set their sights on Bruce Cassidy as the successor to Kris Knoblauch. Tommy gives his unfiltered thoughts on the pursuit—is Cassidy the tactical "hired gun" this core needs to get over the hump, or is this another reactionary move? Did They Handle It Right? From the rumored rift between Knoblauch and management to the optics of a coaching change just weeks after a playoff exit, we discuss if the Oilers' front office handled this transition with class or if it was a "conundrum" of their own making. The Maple Leafs Factor: The coaching market is a game of musical chairs. What happens if the Toronto Maple Leafs jump into the fray and snag Cassidy before the Oilers can secure permission? We look at the potential fallout if Edmonton's top target ends up in the Eastern Conference. Contender Status: Does a new voice behind the bench immediately make the Oilers a Cup favorite again, or are the roster holes too deep for any coach to fix? The "McDavid Window": We discuss how this move impacts the long-term future of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. Is this the bold play required to keep the stars in town, or does it add more instability to the organization?    The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
• The Oil Stream | Where Did It Go Wrong? 12.05.2026 54min

  The Bowman Audit: A Disaster in the Making? | The McDavid Clock | The Oil Stream Is the championship window in Edmonton being slammed shut from the inside? Today on The Oil Stream, Dusty and Tommy are taking a flamethrower to the last two seasons as we conduct a full forensic audit of the Stan Bowman era. From the moment he took the keys to a Stanley Cup finalist, many argue the trajectory has been a straight line down—and the data is starting to back it up. On today's show: Peter Chiarelli 2.0?: We take a look down memory lane to analyze how we got here. Was the "patient" approach actually just a cover for a lack of vision? We compare Bowman's tenure to the darkest days of the Chiarelli era and ask if the Oilers are repeating the same catastrophic mistakes. The Hall of Shame (Worst Moves): We break down the moves that have set this franchise back, including: The Goaltending Gamble: Trading away Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak for Tristan Jarry—a move that has backfired spectacularly as Jarry struggled to an .858 save percentage while Skinner flourished in Pittsburgh. The Offer Sheet Fiasco: Revisiting the loss of Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway to St. Louis. Did Bowman's hesitation cost the Oilers two vital young pillars? The Deadline Depletion: Discussing the trades that sent away 2026 and 2027/28 first-round picks for rentals and aging veterans like Jason Dickinson and Connor Murphy. The "Concerned" Core: We revisit the chilling exit interviews from Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. With the superstars calling the team "average" and expressing genuine concern, we ask if management has already lost the room. Offseason Crossroads: What happens now? With rumors of a rift between Bowman and Kris Knoblauch reaching a breaking point, we debate who survives the summer. Can the Oilers afford to let the same man who "messed up the trajectory" be the one to lead the free agent frenzy? On-Ice Needs: From the desperate search for a starting goalie (is Connor Ingram the answer?) to the impossible task of moving Darnell Nurse's contract, we map out the "must-haves" for a successful summer. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza! Find more on our website: https://edmontonsportstalk.com/ Edmonton Sports Talk socials: X: https://twitter.com/yegsportstalk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@edmontonsportstalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edmontonsportstalk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EdmontonSportsTalk MERCH: https://edmontonsportstalk.com/shop-est/ Tom Gazzola: X: https://x.com/TomGazzola Dustin Nielson: X: https://twitter.com/nielsonTSN1260 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dnielson81/
• OIL STREAM: Something Brewing In Oil Country... 08.05.2026 54min

  Is the "meat grinder" in Edmonton about to claim its biggest victims yet? The 2025-26 season hasn't just ended; it has imploded, leaving the Edmonton Oilers at a crossroads that could define the franchise for the next decade. Dusty and Tommy are back to navigate the wreckage of a week that has seen superstars sound the alarm and insiders predict a total organizational overhaul.   The Firing Line: Insider Frank Seravalli has dropped a bombshell, stating it is "more likely than not" that Kris Knoblauch and his entire coaching staff are headed for the exit. We discuss whether Knoblauch is the fall guy for a roster that Connor McDavid called "average," or if a fresh voice is the only way to spark a turnaround. Bowman Under Fire: The heat isn't just on the bench. Many are asking if Stan Bowman has "messed up the trajectory" of this team in record time. With the front office also reportedly up for a "reshape and restructure," we debate if Bowman survives the month or if ownership is ready to hit the reset button on management. The Bouchard Robbery: How does a defenseman score 95 points and not even get a Norris nomination? Evan Bouchard has officially been snubbed from the finalist list (Dahlin, Makar, Werenski), and he isn't hiding his frustration, admitting the omission "stings." We dive into the "defensive narrative" that cost Bouchard a historic honour. "Concerned" & "Average": We revisit the chilling exit interviews from McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. With the core getting older and Draisaitl openly worried about the "big steps backwards," we ask: What is the actual plan to keep #97 in Edmonton past the next two seasons? Roster Post-Mortem: From the Darnell Nurse contract dilemma to the search for an elite goaltender, we look at the "addition by subtraction" moves that Seravalli and others believe are coming. Brace yourselves, Oilers fans. The "patient" offseason Stan Bowman promised might have just been replaced by a summer of absolute chaos.   Dusty and Tommy have tons to discuss, with the fellas sharing some news and notes they picked up around Oil Country...   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!