The Oil Stream

Is the Edmonton Oilers' championship window starting to close, or is it wide open for another massive Cup run? Dusty and Trev break down the roster core, cap space, and competitive landscape across the NHL!

Then, the boys react to candid comments from newly acquired blueliner Shakir Mukhamadullin, who opened up about his frustration with his role in San Jose last season. What does his fresh start in Edmonton mean for the D-corps, and how big of an impact can he make on the blue line?

Plus, the Oilers officially released new jersey numbers for incoming players and roster additions heading into camp! Dusty and Trev run through who's wearing what on the ice this fall.

To wrap things up, the boys dive into a rapid-fire round of Oilers Over/Unders for individual player stats and team totals for the upcoming hockey season! All that and whatever else on today's edition of The Oil Stream!

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Get used to it, Nasties—Dustin Nielson and YouTube Trev are back behind the desk to steer you through another edition of The Oil Stream, live on Edmonton Sports Talk! The boys dive headfirst into an all-time Edmonton Oilers debate today! Connor McDavid currently sits at nine 100-point seasons in his career, putting him in incredibly rare air in NHL history. But with Wayne Gretzky sitting at the top of the mountain with 15 career 100-point campaigns... can No. 97 ever catch The Great One? Dusty puts Trev and the live chat Nasties on the spot to break down McDavid's longevity, scoring pace, and ultimate ceiling as an all-time legend! Plus, Dusty and Trev open up the floor to whatever else pops into their heads, taking your live chat questions, hot takes, and total show derailments along the way!

All that and so much more on another edition of The Oil Stream!

It's been a minute since Dusty and Trev shared the studio, so the fellas open up the show, catching up on their weekends and getting back into the swing of things!

History has officially been made in the video game world—Connor McDavid has become the first player EVER in EA Sports NHL franchise history to earn a 99 Overall rating! The boys react to No. 97 founding the EA NHL "99 Club" and look back at iconic 99-rated legends across other sports gaming franchises like Madden, NBA 2K, and MLB The Show!

Then, the NHL released their official Top 20 Goaltenders list heading into the upcoming season... did an Edmonton Oilers netminder make the cut? If not, just how far down the list does Edmonton's starter fall, and is the local tandem getting slept on?

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After an underwhelming lone season in Edmonton, Trev and Reid tackle the ultimate question: Is Jeff Skinner the single worst free-agent signing in Edmonton Oilers franchise history, or is that harsh? Then, the boys run through a full Pacific Division Preview! Which team is poised to take the division crown, who is destined for the basement, and which team will be the biggest surprise when the dust settles next spring?

Plus, Trev puts Reid on the hot seat for a rapid-fire round of Oilers "This or That" player predictions heading into the upcoming season, along with a quick check-in on the Edmonton Elks as they prepare for a Saturday afternoon showdown against the Toronto Argonauts at Commonwealth Stadium!

And as always, we cap off the show with The Numbers Game presented by Play Alberta!

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Heavyweight goal-scorers Patrik Laine and Vladimir Tarasenko are still sitting on the Unrestricted Free Agent market. If both snipers remain unsigned as training camps approach, should the Oilers camp offer them a Professional Tryout Agreement (PTO)?

Benny Thomson and YouTube Trev debate whether there's a fit in Edmonton's top-nine! Then, the boys talk raw firepower. Who possesses the single best shot in today's NHL, and who holds the title for the most lethal shot you've ever witnessed with your own eyes?

Plus, stick around until the very end as Trev puts Benny on the hot seat for today's edition of show trivia! All that and plenty of off-season banter right here on The Oil Stream!

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YouTube Trev and Benny Thompson are back together in the studio to catch up, dive into local sports nostalgia, and tackle the latest debates surrounding the Edmonton Oilers! Trev breaks down his summer holidays before the fellas turn back the clock to one of the most infamous days in Canadian sports history, followed by some serious heat on the current blueline!

On Today's Show:

The Great One Traded: 38 years ago yesterday—August 9, 1988—the Edmonton Oilers shocked the sports world by trading Wayne Gretzky to the Los Angeles Kings. It's a moment frozen in time for every hockey fan in Alberta. Benny and Trev ask the big question: Where were you when you heard "The Great One" was traded?

Evan Bouchard Ranked #10: NHL Network dropped their list of the Top 20 Defensemen in the NHL, placing Evan Bouchard at the #10 spot. Is #10 a fair valuation for the offensive powerhouse, or is it complete disrespect after his dominant postseason performance? Trev and Benny go through their list, offering their take on each placement. What would they change?

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Dustin Nielson and Hernan Salas are behind the desk to dive into the biggest questions around Ike Howard, Matt Savoie and the Edmonton Oilers as the new season gets closer.

On Today's Show:

Starting Strong: The Edmonton Oilers have had sluggish starts to the season in recent years. Will things be different this season? Hernan and Dusty debate the topic!

Ike Howard Expectations: What should Oilers fans expect from Ike Howard this season? The guys break down his potential role, how much responsibility he could take on, and what would make for a successful season in Edmonton.

How Will Babcock Treat the Young Guys? Mike Babcock has plenty of young talent to work with, but how much trust will he give them? Dustin and Hernan discuss how Babcock could handle players like Matt Savoie and the rest of the Oilers' younger players.

What Do Oilers Fans Hate Most? The guys dive into the biggest things that drive Oilers fans mad. Who or what has become the biggest target in Oil Country, and what does it take for a player to go from fan whipping boy to fan favourite?

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Dustin Nielson and Hernan Salas are behind the desk to dive into the biggest decisions facing Mike Babcock and what the Edmonton Oilers could look like when the season gets underway.

On Today's Show:

Oilers Headlines: OEGSE has named Hugh Weber as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company. What does that entail? What will he look after?

Exciting Season On The Horizon: Where are the question marks on this team currently? What is the most exciting part of the upcoming season? Which players need to step up and improve their game, and who falls off?

Oilers Whipping Boys: Every year in Oil Country, players are put under the spotlight for their mistakes... Which players are the "whipping boys" for the Orange and Blue at this point? Could they shake it off and get into the good books of the fans?

What Does a Blown-Up Oilers Lineup Look Like? If Babcock decides to shake things up, what could a completely revamped Oilers lineup look like? The guys build out different combinations and debate which players could see bigger roles, new linemates, or changes in the lineup.

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It's an absolute first in The Oil Stream history! Benny and YouTube Trev share the desk for the very first time to bring you a loaded edition of pure Edmonton Oilers talk!

On Today's Show:

Blast From The Past — The McDavid Era Retrospective: The popular segment continues! Benny and Trev walk through the McDavid era season by season, dissecting the absolute highs and lows—what stands out the most from every single campaign, good or bad?

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Dustin Nielson and YouTube Trev are live on location at Boston Pizza for a Wing Wednesday edition of The Oil Stream! Tune in as we digest a massive contract drop that sent shockwaves across the entire NHL before diving into some rapid-fire Oilers talk!

On Today's Show:

BREAKING NEWS — Macklin Celebrini Gets THE BAG! Holy crap! News broke earlier this morning that San Jose Sharks superstar Macklin Celebrini has re-signed on a staggering five-year, $94 million extension boasting a record-shattering $18.8 million AAV! Is he worth the biggest cap hit in NHL history? Did he leave any money on the table for future stars? What is his absolute point ceiling in San Jose? The fellas debate the massive deal from all angles.

10 Oilers Questions for YouTube Trev: Once the Celebrini chaos settles, Dusty puts Trev in the hot seat with 10 prepped questions about the Edmonton Oilers heading into the upcoming season. Roster depth, line combinations, and hot takes—Trev gives his unfiltered answers!

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