Inside Sports with Reid Wilkins

Christian Aumell from 680 CJOB radio in Winnipeg joins Brenden to help tee up the Saturday night clash between the Oilers and Jets in Edmonton. Hear all about Winnipeg's middling season, their struggles without goaltender Connor Hellebuyck and much more. Find Christian on X (@CJOBchristian). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The World Cup draw is complete, meaning we now know who Canada will face at the upcoming 2026 World Cup of Soccer. Get a full breakdown from TSN's Matthew Scianitti as Brenden asks about the opponents, the form of Canada, injuries and much more. Find more from Matthew Scianitti on TSN and on X (@TSNScianitti). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by coach Adam Manah for the weekly Minor Hockey Spotlight, focusing on questions from hockey parents from across Edmonton and Northern Alberta. More info on Manah's Hockey Development is available at ManahsHockeyDevelopment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott recaps the 9-4 Oilers win over Seattle in the midst of their five-game home stand. Then, a fun giveaway of a four-pack of tickets to the Oilers skills competition. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Edmonton Elks have launched a new program—the EE Selects program—for which former Elks running back Calvin McCarty is a coach. Learn all about what the program entails, who it serves and why it's important to McCarty to be involved with the Edmonton community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They're heading to Italy in a couple of months to represent Canada on the men's curling circuit. St. Albert's Mark Kennedy from Team Brad Jacobs joins Brenden to share all the details on the 2025 men's Olympic curling trials and their journey to a championship there, which punches their ticket to Milano-Cortina 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by the Fourth period's Editor-in-Chief David Pagnotta to go around the latest headlines in the NHL. Who's available on the trade market? What does the goaltending market look like and who are the buyers around the NHL? We go in depth to find those answers. Find more of Dave's work at theFourthPeriod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the December 3 show with a look at Edmonton's 1-0 loss to the Minnesota Wild. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott shifts gears to the university rink, welcoming U of A Pandas forward Holly Magnus ahead of one of the most heartwarming events of the season—the annual Teddy Bear Toss game against MacEwan. Holly shares the excitement building in the locker room, what this tradition means to the team and the community, and how the Pandas are gearing up to put on a show when those stuffed animals come raining down. It's energy, emotion, and elite-level hockey all wrapped into one uplifting conversation. Don't miss this feel-good preview of a game with impact on and off the ice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by The Athletic's Joe Smith for a deep dive into tomorrow's opener of a crucial five-game homestand, as the Edmonton Oilers get set to clash with the Minnesota Wild. Joe brings his insider perspective on what's driving Minnesota right now, the matchups to watch, and how the Oilers can set the tone early in a pivotal December stretch. With sharp analysis, big-picture storylines, and plenty of pre-game buzz, Brenden and Joe get you fully primed for an intense night at Rogers Place. A must-listen for fans gearing up for puck drop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott welcomes the voice of the Edmonton Oilers, Cam Moon, for a lively breakdown of the team's emphatic 4–0 win over the Seattle Kraken on Saturday. From the precision passing to rock-solid goaltending, Brenden and Cam relive the best moments of the shutout and dig into what's clicking for the Oil heading into December. Then, they turn the page to tomorrow's showdown with the Minnesota Wild—the first test in a five-game homestand at Rogers Place. With insights from the booth and plenty of Oil Country energy, this is the perfect primer for fans gearing up for a big week of hockey. Tune in and get set for puck drop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott fires up the Monday edition of Inside Sports with a burst of energy, breaking down the Edmonton Oilers' dominant 4–0 shutout victory over the Seattle Kraken on Saturday night. From Nuge's magic to Skinner slamming the door, Brenden recaps all the key moments, momentum swings, and standout performances that have Oil Country buzzing. If you missed the game—or just want to relive a statement win—you'll get the full story right here, along with Brenden's sharp insight on what this could mean for the Oilers heading into a crucial December stretch. Tune in and get caught up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The National Lacrosse League (NLL) season is upon us and our Brenden Escott is joined by the voice of the Saskatchewan Rush, Cody Janzen, to break down all the major moves in the offseason, the favourites heading into this campaign and everything else you've missed since the Buffalo Bandits won a third consecutive title back in May. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ahead of the Edmonton Oilers' trip to the Pacific Northwest this weekend, Brenden Escott catches up with the host of Kraken hockey on the Kraken Audio Network, Mike Benton, for all the latest details on Seattle's start to the season, their spot and the standing and much more. Find Mike on X (@Benton_Mike). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by Adam Manah for another edition of the Minor Hockey Spotlight for our friends at Lexus South Pointe. This time, they tackle questions about coaching feedback, or lack thereof, and what age is too young for video work. As always, more information is available from Adam via his website at ManahsHockeyDevelopment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the November 28 show with the latest details on Oilers injuries and the news and notes from practice ahead of their game against the Kraken in Seattle. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Toronto Blue Jays have made another huge acquisition, signing free agent pitcher Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million deal. When news like that breaks, we call up Brayden Ewasko from the Locked On Blue Jays podcast to find out exactly what the impact is going to be on the clubhouse and on the diamond. Download the Locked On Blue Jays podcast anywhere you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by the Technical Director of Football Alberta, Tim Enger, to learn more about the trials and tribulations of the fall season here in 2025 with the Alberta teacher's strike and look ahead to this weekend's provincial championships, better known as the Alberta Bowls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by NHL insider David Pagnotta from the Fourth Period and SiriusXM NHL Network Radio to talk Edmonton Oilers and learn the latest from around the National Hockey League. It's a can't-miss segment with one of the most trusted voices in the game today. Find David's work at theFourthPeriod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the November 27 show live from West Edmonton Mall at the annual Edmonton Oilers autograph session. The show opens with some Oilers discussion, the latest from practice and everything else you need to know about the National Hockey League. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Oil Kings Director of Business Operations Kevin Radomski joins the show to share details on the 2025 Teddy Bear Toss game—the 18th annual game in Oil Kings history. Then, defenceman Ethan Mackenzie shares insights into his breakout season, the team's recent eight-game B.C. Division road trip, Coach Jason Smith tutelage and more. For more on the Oil Kings, visit their website at chl.ca/whl-oilkings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the lore of NFL football on American Thanksgiving with Jeff Riger from 97.1 The Ticket in Detroit, the flagship station of the NFL's Lions. Hear the history of the Lions in the Thanksgiving Day game, all about this year's team and more from a trusted voice in football circles. Follow Jeff on X (@Rigur1984). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the phone lines to hear from you after the Oilers fell flat against Dallas, losing 8-3 on home ice in another statement loss in the month of November. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Description: Brenden Escott opens the November 26 edition of Inside Sports with thoughts on Dallas' 8-3 thrashing of the Oilers at Rogers Place and why Edmonton has struggled at times this season. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's edition of the Bears and Pandas Report, Brenden Escott is joined by Golden Bears volleyball captain Jacob Sargent to learn more about the outside hitter's career in Canada West and on Team Canada, how he balances expectations and confidence and much more. Plus, a look at their next matchup against Trinity Western in a battle of two of the top teams in Canada. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking at the other side of the Oilers and Dallas Stars matchup, Brenden Escott is joined by Savannah Huemoeller from D210Sports in Dallas for thoughts on the matchup between these two Western Conference foes. Hear about Jason Robertson's offensive explosion, Mikko Rantanen, Coach Glen Gulutzan's new regime and much more. Find Savannah on X (@Sportssavvyy). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott and Tyler Yaremchuk from Daily faceoff and Oilersnation connect for a conversation about Edmonton's seven-game road trip, Evan Bouchard, Stuart Skinner, Connor Clattenburg and much more. Find Tyler's work online at DailyFaceoff.com or Oilersnation.ca. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the November 24 edition of Inside Sports with a review of Edmonton's road trip and the latest from their first practice in nearly two weeks. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a full preview of the Stanley Cup Final rematch between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers from The Hockey News' David Dwork, who covers the Cats' beat. Find out how they've managed their current spot in the standings despite missing Alex Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In their weekly catchup, Brenden Escott and David Pagnotta discuss the Edmonton Oilers, their goaltending situation and whether coach Kris Knoblauch's seat is getting hotter. Plus, a look around the NHL at potential sellers on the trade market and some of the injury-plagued Canadian teams. Find David's work online at TheFourthPeriod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden connects with coach Adam Manah for the Minor Hockey Spotlight brought to you by Lexus South Pointe in Edmonton. We address the world of scouting and when young players should be aware of the scouts in the stands. As always, your questions are welcome each week as part of our Ask Adam segment. For more on Adam's hockey school, Manah's Hockey Development, go online to ManahsHockeyDevelopment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the November 21 show with a look at the Edmonton Oilers road trip, their loss in OT to Tampa Bay and the call up of forward Connor Clattenburg. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The captain of the Alberta Golden Bears hockey team, Dawson Davidson, joins the show to discuss life as a student athlete, his time in Europe playing pro hockey and his relationship with Oilers forward Noah Philp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a preview of the Oilers and Capitals game as Brenden chats with John Walton, the radio play-by-play voice of Washington. Hear about Tom Wilson's season and his chances of making Team Canada, Logan Thompson's lights out numbers in net and, of course, Alex Ovechkin's rewriting of the record books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden opens the text and phone lines to hear from you where the most culpability lays in the Oilers slow start to 2025-26. Is it the forwards? The defence? Management? We discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the November 18 show with a conversation about the Edmonton Oilers and what's ailing them this season in the wake of another loss. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Brenden Escott and Coach Adam Manah connect once again to answer your questions about life as a minor hockey parent. This week, they address how to make sure your player is getting the most out of their minor hockey experience, even you're not the biggest hockey fan yourself. Learn more about Adam at ManahsHockeyDevelopment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott connects with Adam Laskaris from Daily Hive in Toronto to learn about the Toronto Raptors start to the 2025-26 season. All the movers and shakers are discussed, including Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram and R.J. Barrett, as well as some unsung players like Gradey Dick. Plus, how does Adam feel about the advent of the NBA Cup, the league's mid-season tournament? We inquire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott chats with Jesso Montano to give a rundown of the upcoming matchup between the Oilers and Colorado Avalanche. Hear about Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, Martin Necas and the rest of the team that sits atop the Central Division in the NHL. Find Jesse's work at guerillasports.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott links up with Coach Adam Manah for our weekly spotlight bridging the information gap between hockey parents and hockey coaches. “Ask Adam” provides another bunch of content for you to learn from, with respect to how hockey parents should interact with coaches and much more. Learn more about Adam at ManahsHockeyDevelopment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the November 7 edition of Inside Sports with the latest on the Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Raptors and more from around the sports world. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott and Sportsnet writer Emily Sadler break down the first half of the NFL season in the wake of the NFL trade deadline and a rash of injuries to star players. Hear about Emily's latest article on Sportsnet.ca (sportsnet.ca/nfl/article/one-burning-question-for-every-nfl-team-at-the-midway-mark/) as her and Brenden discuss its contents. Follow Emily on X as well (@EmmySadler). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott chats with Edmonton Oil Kings General Manager Kirt Hill about the team's start to the season, the upcoming eight-game road trip through Medicine Hat and the B.C. Division and who's been enjoying the most success out of the gate. Find all the stats, standings and player interviews you need at chl.ca/whl-oilkings/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by NHL insider David Pagnotta from the Fourth Period to unpack the week's worth of NHL headlines, including those surrounding the Oilers and another slow start to the season for them. Don't miss our chat with one of the league's most trusted insiders. Find his work on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio and online at theFourthPeriod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens the November 6 edition of Inside Sports with your calls and texts and the latest on the Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Raptors and more. Don't forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear about the no.1 ranked university volleyball team in Canada as Brenden catches up with Pandas outside hitter Abby Guezen. Get thoughts on their 4-0 start to the year, the home opener, her pride in representing Sherwood Park and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by Brayden Ewasko from the Locked on Blue Jays podcast for a brief post-mortem on Toronto's magnificent baseball season that ended in extra innings of Game 7 of the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott opens up the phone lines to chat with you about what's ailing the Edmonton Oilers through the first segment of the season that sees them sitting middle of the pack at 6-5-4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices