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The Oil Stream with Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, Youtube Trev & Benny Thomson. A daily live stream and podcast discussing the latest news on the Edmonton Oilers.
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- 2 days ago53 min
OIL STREAM: Oilers Scrimmage Scares & TSN's Top 10 Players Are...?
YouTube Trev holds down the anchor desk alongside Hernan Salas, with Benny Thomson steering the ship from the producer's chair to close out a massive week of Oil Country coverage. The fellas kick things off by unpacking the action from today and yesterday's ice sessions at Rogers Place. Trev gets Hernan and Benny's reactions to the key player pressers, before diving into the high-stakes drama from today's intra-squad scrimmage. Oil Country held its breath after scary moments saw Connor McDavid and Sam Dickinson go down and slowly get up—the boys deliver the latest status updates and discuss how close the team came to absolute panic mode! Next, the crew turns its focus to Saturday night as the Oilers welcome the Winnipeg Jets to town for their official preseason opener! The fellas break down expected lineups, key bubble battles to watch, and debate who among the crew is actually going to the game. To wrap up the show and the week, the boys unveil their top 10 NHL players heading into the season! They stack their lists up against TSN's newly released rankings—who snags the top spot, where do Edmonton's superstars land, and what are the biggest snubs and surprises across the league? The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
- 3 days ago55 min
OIL STREAM: Oilers Practice Underway!
Joaquin Gage, Benny Thomson, and YouTube Trev are back on the desk to talk all things Oilers and NHL hockey on The Oil Stream, on Edmonton Sports Talk! Main Camp is officially underway at Rogers Place, and the ice is buzzing! The fellas break down the line combinations and defensive pairings from today's practice session. Who is skating alongside Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl? What do the early bottom-six lines look like, and how are the new blue-line faces fitting into the mix? Then, the boys react to head coach Mike Babcock's comments after his first formal media availability since he was hired. The fellas dissect his tone, his message to the locker room, and what he expects out of this group as exhibition action approaches. Next, the boys dive into a juicy hot take from insider Frank Seravalli, who said he wouldn't be surprised if Devon Levi becomes a more pivotal factor for Edmonton this season than Tristan Jarry. Gager, Benny, and Trev debate the goaltending dynamic, workload expectations, and who ultimately anchors the net down the stretch. Finally, the fellas zoom out to check on the ongoing situation surrounding Connor Hellebuyck in Winnipeg. With the Jets' General Manager addressing the media today, the boys react to his latest comments and examine what it means for the rest of the Western Conference! The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
- 4 days ago52 min
OIL STREAM: Oilers Camp Gets Underway!
Oilers Training Camp is officially underway at Rogers Place, and GM Stan Bowman took the microphone to kick things off! The boys react to Bowman's media availability and dissect his comments line-by-line. Does the front office actually care about fan sentiment in Oil Country, or is it strictly business at the top? Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev debate his tone, roster priorities, and what it means for the organization moving forward. Finally, the fellas step back to analyze the big picture in the NHL landscape heading into camp: What tier of contender are the Edmonton Oilers right now? Are they a lock in Tier 1 alongside the league's elite, sitting in Tier 2 with minor flaws, or slipping into Tier 3 as rivals load up? The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
- 5 days ago53 min
OIL STREAM: Are The Oilers A Legit Contender & BOA Next Gen Recap
Hockey news is flying thick and fast, and the fellas are back at the desk for a massive Tuesday edition of The Oil Stream on Edmonton Sports Talk. The boys lead off with a quick touch-on last night's action in Calgary! The Oilers Rookies put on an absolute clinic down south, crushing the Flames prospects 6-1 to kick off rookie camp in dominant fashion. The fellas pull out their main takeaways from the young guns before pivoting straight to the big-league hot stove. With massive extension contracts being handed out across the NHL this morning, market values for young talent are shifting fast. The boys break down the latest ink dried around the league and ask the million-dollar question for Oil Country: What will a Matt Savoie contract extension look like for Edmonton? Are we looking at a bridge deal or a long-term commitment for the local product? Then, the fellas dive into the macro debate surrounding the franchise heading into the new season: Are the Edmonton Oilers still prime Stanley Cup contenders? With roster turnover across the Pacific and heavy expectations weighing on #97 and #29, the boys break down where Edmonton stands in the league's hierarchy and what it will take to finish the job this year. Plus, they dabble into some other NHL headlines! The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
- 6 days ago53 min
OIL STREAM: Oilers & Flames Rookie Preview!
Dustin Nielson, Benny Thomson, and YouTube Trev are live in the studio for another jam-packed edition of The Oil Stream! The boys lead off with a heartfelt tribute to the late Cal Nichols, who passed away at 84. The fellas reflect on his monumental legacy as the former EIG chairman and the leader who spearheaded the drive to save the Oilers from relocation in the 1990s. Without Cal Nichols, there is no Rogers Place, no McDavid era, and no NHL hockey in Edmonton. The boys dive into what he meant to the franchise and the entire city. Shifting to on-ice action, hockey is officially back! The Oilers Rookies head to Calgary tonight to battle the Flames prospects in their first game action of the season. The fellas break down who they're keeping an eye on tonight while looking back at the young guns' weekend team-building retreat—which prompts Nielson, Benny, and Trev to brainstorm what an ultimate EST team-building experience would actually look like! Finally, as Stanley Cup expectations hit an all-time high, the boys debate a hot topic around Oil Country: Should the Oilers embrace being the ultimate NHL villains this season? From media pressure to opposition arenas hating #97 and #29, is it time for Edmonton to fully lean into the dark side on their quest for the Cup? The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
- 1 weeks ago52 min
OIL STREAM: High Praise For Mike Babcock...
Reid Wilkins, Hernan Salas, and Benny Thomson are in the studio breaking down the latest news, rumours, and storylines surrounding the Edmonton Oilers! The boys kick things off with Leon Draisaitl speaking with the media yesterday. What did the Oilers star have to say, and what stood out from his comments heading into the season? Then, rookie camp officially gets underway today! The fellas break down the prospects to watch and which young players could make an impression as the Oilers get their next wave of talent on the ice. We also take a closer look at Ike Howard and what a realistic season could look like for the young forward. What should Oilers fans realistically expect from Howard this season, and how big of a role could he have in Edmonton? Plus, the boys go around the NHL, taking a look at the latest news, rumours, and storylines from around the league. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
- 1 weeks ago51 min
OIL STREAM: Draisaitl Speaks | Oilers Rookie Camp Roster
Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage and Benny Thomson are in the studio breaking down the latest news, rumours, and storylines surrounding the Edmonton Oilers! The boys kick things off with the Oilers officially announcing their rookie camp roster. Who are the names to watch, and which prospects could make an impression heading into camp? Then, the fellas dive into Alex Formenton and whether he has a legitimate shot at being on the Oilers' opening night roster. What does his path to the NHL lineup look like? The guys also react to what Leon Draisaitl said after today's skate before addressing Connor McDavid's availability from yesterday. Plus, are we ready to see McDavid and Leon Draisaitl together more often? Dustin, Gager, and Benny discuss the possibility and what it could mean for the Oilers this season. And Benny is bringing a brand-new game to the show for Gager and Dusty to play! The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
- 1 weeks ago51 min
OIL STREAM: McDavid Rumours...
Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and Benny Thomson break down the latest news, rumours, and storylines surrounding the Edmonton Oilers! The boys kick things off with a massive rumour surrounding Connor McDavid. Lots of discussion online about McDavid possibly wanting to go to the Leafs. How much should we actually make of the rumour, and could Toronto ever be a realistic destination for the Oilers captain? Then, the Bouch disrespect continues! Why does the criticism of Evan Bouchard keep coming, and will it ever get better? Dustin, Gage, and Benny debate Bouchard's game, his expectations, and whether he's getting the respect he deserves. The fellas also take a closer look at Ike Howard. Does Howard NEED to get a look in Edmonton's top six, and if so, how many games should the Oilers give him to prove he belongs? Plus, Sean Reynolds believes Connor Hellebuyck would consider being traded to Edmonton. Could the Oilers actually be a destination for the Vezina-winning goaltender, and what would it take to make that happen? The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
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