The Oil Stream

The Edmonton Oilers fail to hold onto their lead as they fall 4-3 in the shootout to the Detroit Red Wings. Hernan Salas, Ben Thomson, Joaquin Gage and Reid Wilkins break this one down as the Oilers record falls to 8-2-2. How was Jarry? Who were the bright spots for the Oilers? How much concern do you have for this loss? All of this discussed and so much more on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

The Edmonton Oilers drop this Saturday Night Game to the Toronto Maple Leafs 7-2. Hernan Salas, Ben Thomson, Joaquin Gage and Reid Wilkins break this one down as the Oilers record falls to 8-2-1. Why were the Oilers not ready? How did Jarry look? Do you have concern for the bottom 6? All of this discussed and so much more on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

It's Friday, the top guys are absolutely buzzing, and the boys are at the desk to recap a wild night at Rogers Place! Join YouTube Trev, Hernan Salas, and Benny Thomson for a massive end-of-week edition of The Oil Stream, right here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

The fellas lead off with a deep dive into last night's dramatic 6-5 shootout win over the reigning Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes:

• Studs & Duds: Who shined under the bright lights, and who still has work to do after a high-scoring thriller?
• Big Picture Debate: Is this genuinely the best the Oilers have ever looked in the McDavid era? Is this team turning into a one-line show, or is the depth holding its own?
• Special Teams & Crease Reaction: Can anyone stop this Edmonton power play right now?
• Plus, is Devon Levi proving to be the best goalie the Oilers have had during the McDavid era? What has fundamentally changed?
• First 10-Game Report Card: The crew hands out official letter grades for the Oilers' opening 10 games of the season and identifies the single biggest concern moving forward.
• Hellebuyck Blockbuster: Reacting to the massive trade news out of Winnipeg as Connor Hellebuyck is officially sent to the New Jersey Devils!
• NHL Bidding: Finishing off the week with our signature Friday segment to close out the show!

The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

The Edmonton Oilers take down the defending Stanley Cup Champions by the score of 6-5 in a shootout! Hernan Salas, Ben Thomson, Joaquin Gage and Reid Wilkins break this game down as Connor McDavid continues his historic pace with 31 points in his first 10 games! Are we witnessing the greatest stretch of hockey...ever? How did Levi look? How did Nuge look? All of this discussed and so much more on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

It's a massive Oilers game day at Rogers Place, and the fellas are live to set the table for a high-octane matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes! Join Reid Wilkins, Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev for another packed edition of The Oil Stream, right here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

The boys break down all the key angles ahead of tonight's clash:

• NUGENT-HOPKINS IS BACK: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins makes his highly anticipated season debut tonight! How does his return reshape the forward group down the middle? Will he step right back onto PP1 or PP2, and how much workload will he see on the penalty kill?
• Reid Wilkins' Morning Skate Report: Fresh off the ice at Rogers Place, Reid shares exclusive insider notes, line combinations, and player updates direct from the Oilers' skate!
• Crease Decision: Who gets the nod between the pipes tonight to face Carolina's relentless attack?
• Most Important Player to Watch: Who needs to step up big to secure a victory tonight?
• Scouting the Storm: What should Edmonton expect from a fast, structured Carolina Hurricanes squad?

All that and much more on an exciting edition of The Oil Stream, presented by Boston Pizza!

Join YouTube Trev, Joaquin Gage, and Benny Thomson for another packed edition of The Oil Stream, right here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

First up, the fellas dive into another big Oilers win:

• Studs & Duds: Who stepped up and stood out for all the right reasons last night—and who struggled to find their game? The boys hand out their grades!
• Game Breakdown: Dissecting the key moments, line combinations, and overall execution as the Oilers keep their momentum rolling!

Then, the crew turns to a couple of massive storylines across the league:

• RNH Returns Tomorrow: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is set to return to the lineup tomorrow night! The boys discuss what his presence brings back to the top-six and special teams units!
• Brady Tkachuk's Ottawa Return: Former Senators captain Brady Tkachuk makes his highly anticipated first return to the Nation's Capital tonight since being traded. The fellas break down the emotional homecoming and what to expect on the ice!

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The Oilers move their record to 7-1-1 after beating the Wild 4-3 in OT! Hernan Salas, Ben Thomson, Joaquin Gage and Reid Wilkins break this one down as Evan Bouchard ends this game on his 27th birthday! How good of a hockey game was that!? How good was Levi? Was that 3rd period concerning for the Oilers? All of this discussed and so much more on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev break down everything you need to know ahead of tonight's clash as the Edmonton Oilers host the Minnesota Wild to kick off a five-game homestand!

The boys set the stage for what promises to be an explosive night of hockey:

• Firepower Extravaganza: What should Oil Country expect with both teams bringing serious offensive firepower to the table?
• Keys & Key Players: What is the single most important factor to watch tonight—and who is the player under the biggest spotlight?
• Concern Level Check: Are there legitimate cracks in Edmonton's armour right now, or are fans panicking over nothing?

Plus, YouTube Trev debuts a brand-new segment: "True, or Too Good To Be True?" Trev hits Dusty and Gager with a battery of bold Oilers scenarios and hot takes to see if the boys think they'll actually happen or if it's pure fantasy!

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Dustin Nielson, YouTube Trev, and Benny Thomson dive headfirst into Connor McDavid's explosive start to the season, the Oilers' 6-1-1 record, and much more around Oil Country! #97 looks completely unstoppable, leading the fellas to ask the ultimate question: Is Connor McDavid the best athlete on the planet right now?

The boys break down what's driving this historic run:

• The Root of the Surge: Is it offseason rest, tactical tweaks under the coaching staff, or pure chemistry alongside Leon Draisaitl?
• Realistic Point Totals: What is a realistic season point projection for McDavid if he maintains this blistering pace?

Then, the fellas shift to Saturday night's bounce-back victory over the Utah Mammoth:

• Pros & Cons: Evaluating the team's response following their first regulation setback
• Trent Frederic's Heavyweight Bout: Breaking down Frederic throwing down in a huge scrap that lit up the bench!
• Plus, what's up next?

The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

The Edmonton Oilers go into Utah and WHOOP the Mammoth 6-2! Reid Wilkins, Ben Thomson & Joaquin Gage break this one down as the Oilers move to 6-1-1. When was the last time you saw this good of a performance from the Oilers? How big was Jarry in tonights win? Can the Oilers continue this vs Minnesota on Tuesday? All of this discussed and so much more on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show here on Edmonton Sports Talk!