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Get your bankrolls ready, nasties! The Lock Shop is back with another loaded episode, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Matt Iwanyk slides into the host's chair for Dustin Nielson and is joined by The Hustler to recap a busy weekend across the sports world before turning their attention to tonight's MLB betting slate. From Spain's dramatic World Cup triumph to all the action from CFL Week 7, the boys break it all down and search for the best value on the diamond. On Today's Show: World Cup Final Recap: Spain are world champions once again after an extra-time victory over Argentina. Matt and Hustler break down the thrilling final, discuss the biggest moments from the tournament, and look back at how the betting markets played out. CFL Week 7 Recap: Week 7 delivered plenty of storylines across the CFL. The boys recap all the action, highlight the biggest performances, revisit their wagers from the weekend, and discuss what stood out around the league. MLB Best Bets: With another full night of Major League Baseball on tap, Matt and Hustler dive into the pitching matchups, totals, player props, and moneylines to find their favourite plays and best betting value. Presented by Play Alberta.

Get your bankrolls ready, nasties! The Lock Shop is back with another loaded episode, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Matt Iwanyk slides into the host's chair for Dustin Nielson and is joined by The Hustler to break down a packed weekend betting slate. From CFL Week 7 and tonight's Elks-Lions matchup to the final weekend of the FIFA World Cup and a full MLB schedule, the boys are searching for the best value on the board. On Today's Show: CFL Week 7 Betting Card: The weekend kicks off tonight with the Edmonton Elks hosting the BC Lions at Commonwealth Stadium. Matt and Hustler dive into the point spread, player props, and total before looking around the league to handicap every Week 7 matchup and build their best bets. World Cup Weekend: The biggest tournament in the world wraps up this weekend with France and England meeting in Saturday's third-place match before Spain and Argentina square off in Sunday's World Cup Final. The boys break down both matches, discuss the betting markets, and reveal where they're putting their money. MLB Best Bets: With a full slate of baseball on deck, Matt and Hustler sift through the pitching matchups, totals, and moneylines to find their favourite plays from around Major League Baseball. As always, expect plenty of picks, betting strategy, and a few long-shot plays as the boys try to cash tickets all weekend long. Hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and let us know your favourite bets for the weekend! Presented by Play Alberta.

Dustin Nielson and Joaquin Gage are back in the studio with plenty of meat on the bone. Today, they are transitioning from the chaotic offseason rumour mill straight into concrete dates, planning their road trips, and diving deep into a generational hockey nostalgia trip.    On Today's Show: The 84-Game Era Returns: The NHL has officially unleashed its massive 1,344-game regular-season schedule! With the league officially re-expanding to an 84-game slate and starting a bit earlier on September 29th, Dusty and Gager spend a massive chunk of the show circling key dates on the calendar. From the opening night showdown at Rogers Place against Manny Malhotra's Canucks to the brutal mid-winter road trips, the holiday home-stands, and the final stretch to the playoffs—the boys break down the strength of schedule and map out the Oilers' blueprint to the postseason. The Ultimate Oilers "What-If" Matrix: Grab a box of tissues or prepare to get your blood boiling. The boys are opening up the ultimate sliding-doors cabinet in Edmonton franchise history. They debate the massive, course-altering questions that still haunt the City of Champions: What if Chris Pronger never demanded a trade out of town, keeping the championship window open? What if Peter Pocklington's wallet was fat enough to keep Wayne Gretzky, or keep the 1990 dynasty core together before they got stripped for parts? What if the Oilers actually drafted local Alberta phenom Shane Doan (or Jarome Iginla) at the 1995 draft instead of Steve Kelly? What if the Ducks landed Sidney Crosby in the 2005 draft?   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

Get your bankrolls ready, nasties! We are back with another high-stakes, absolute heater of an edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Dustin Nielson is once again joined by the one and only The Hustler to tackle a massive Thursday board. The boys have zero time to waste as they recap a soul-crushing global football semifinal, preview the ultimate championship clash, check in on the links at Royal Birkdale, and set the stage for a critical divisional battle on the Canadian gridiron. On Today's Show: Argentina Stuns the Three Lions: The boys dive straight into yesterday's absolute chaos in Atlanta. England was minutes away from booking their ticket to the dance, but Lionel Messi proved once again why he is the gift that keeps on giving. The guys dissect the late-game tactical collapse from England and look at Messi's masterclass to orchestrate the Albiceleste's comeback. The World Cup Final Is Set: Spain vs. Argentina. A true trans-Atlantic heavyweight collision this Sunday at MetLife Stadium. The Hustler breaks down the early line movements, dissects the matchups, and tells you exactly where the smart money is landing. Who raises the trophy on Sunday? Live from Royal Birkdale – The Open Championship: The final men's Major of the year got underway this morning in Southport, England! The boys check in on the live leaderboard where Englishman Dan Brown and Sungjae Im have set the early pace at 4-under. Plus, they react to a strong start from Canadian Nick Taylor, who sits right in the hunt at 2-under. Who is the front-runner to hold the Claret Jug come Sunday? CFL Week 7 Tee Up: The Canadian gridiron action fires up tomorrow night right here in Edmonton as the Elks host the BC Lions! Can the Green and Gold keep their momentum rolling at Commonwealth, or will the Leos spoil the party? Dusty and The Hustler map out the spreads, the totals, and their definitive betting card for the weekend.

Today on The Oil Stream, YouTube Trev joins Dustin Nielson to talk all things NHL and Oilers...   Now that's a description.    On a serious note, the NHL released its opening night schedule, with the Oilers opening their season against the Vancouver Canucks. Dusty and the Trevmeister hash out their thoughts on the Oilers/Canucks home-and-home series. Should Oilers fans be worried... or is this exactly the start they need? Oilers Over/Under: With Mike Babcock in charge, might the Oilers take a different approach to their man advantage? Will we see the introduction of a real PP2 unit in Oil Country, or will Connor McDavid and co. play over 90 seconds on the power play? Wings Fly Elsewhere: Some news and notes from around the league broke today, as Steve Yzerman officially stepped down as GM of the Detroit Red Wings. Is this the right move? Where did the 'Yzerplan' go wrong? What about Dylan Larkin? The Great Movie Debate: Dusty, Trev and Hernan Salas are ALL big movie fans... They start the show with a heated movie discussion: Is Point Break a good film? Where does it rank in Patrick Swayze's top performances on the big screen?   All that and so much more on another edition of The Oil Stream right here at Edmonton Sports Talk.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

The betting board is sizzling, and we are bringing in the heavy artillery! We are kicking off a massive mid-week edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Dustin Nielson is back at the helm, and today he's joined by none other than The Hustler! The boys have a jam-packed board to dissect, starting with some pitching mastery on the diamond, leading into a massive global soccer showdown, and finishing with a flurry of franchise-altering news from the ice. On Today's Show: MLB All-Star Post-Mortem: The American League absolutely put the handcuffs on the National League last night in Philly, grinding out a clinical 4-0 shutout. World Cup Semifinal Part II: Yesterday, Spain put on a absolute clinic to punch their ticket to the World Cup Final. Today, the world stops for the second heavyweight clash to see who will meet them there. Is it Lionel Messi and Argentina, or is football finally coming home for England? The Hustler lays out his ultimate match locks, total cards, and corner kick props for today's massive fixture. Seismic Shifts in Hockeytown: The NHL news cycle is absolutely spinning. The legendary Steve Yzerman has officially stepped down as General Manager of the Detroit Red Wings to transition into an advisory role. The guys discuss what this means for the "Yzer-plan" and who is in line to take over the rebuild. The Anthony Mantha Value Play: The New Jersey Devils just made a highly calculated splash, locking up top-six winger Anthony Mantha to a highly reasonable two-year, $9.5 million deal. Fresh off a 33-goal campaign, is this the ultimate value grab of the late-summer free agency market? The NHL Opening Night Schedule Drop: Circle September 29th in sharpie! The NHL has officially released its opening night matchups for the expanded 84-game season. The boys react to a massive double-header, headlined by the Toronto Maple Leafs hosting the Montreal Canadiens, followed by our very own Edmonton Oilers hosting the Vancouver Canucks! The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

Dustin Nielson and the resident brick wall, Joaquin Gage, finally share the desk again after a minute apart. The chemistry is flying, the dynamic is firing, and the fellas have an absolute mountain of hockey culture, gaming nostalgia, and tactical Oilers blueprints to tear through.   On Today's Show: The Face of Next-Gen Hockey: EA Sports just dropped a massive bomb on the gaming landscape, officially naming San Jose Sharks superstar phenom Macklin Celebrini as the cover athlete for NHL 27! At just 20 years old, he becomes the youngest cover star in the video game's legendary history. Dusty and Gager debate the pick: Is Celebrini the most exciting cover athlete we've seen in a hot minute? The Ultimate EA Nostalgia Trip: The Celebrini news opens up the historical vault. The boys look back at the most iconic, legendary cover athletes to ever grace the franchise—from Owen Nolan's called shot in NHL 2001 to Peter Forsberg on NHL 98. Who takes the crown for the greatest game cover of all time? Plus, the fellas check in on Benny, who is currently on an absolute, ungodly, legendary all-time heater in Chel. The Ultimate Oilers Energy Line Matrix: Shifting back to real life on the ice, Dusty poses a major depth-chart puzzle for Gager. With a heavily fortified roster heading into camp, what is the optimal layout for the Oilers' energy lines this season? The boys map out the combination of speed, physical heavy-lifting, and bottom-six grit needed to carry this team through a long Pacific Division grind. The Trivia Crease: To close things out, Dusty puts Gager right back in the hot seat with a brand-new, hilariously challenging game of Who's That Goalie? Can the former NHL netminder identify these obscure, forgotten crease-dwellers from the 90s and 2000s based on deep-cut career clues, or is he getting completely pulled from the net?   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

The big man is officially back in the driver's seat! We are kicking off a massive Tuesday edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Dustin Nielson returns to the main desk to reunite with the fellas after his time away. The boys have a massive backlog of sports betting data to sort through, and they are wasting zero time handicapping a wild, multi-sport board. From a defining weekend on the Canadian gridiron to a historic home run display and a massive shift in the global soccer markets, the window is wide open and the sharp money is moving. On Today's Show: The Fellas Catch Up & Reset: Dusty and the boys open up the mic to recap a crazy couple of days apart. They'll review the weekend betting damage, track the shifting public money, and lay out the plan to attack a high-stakes Tuesday card. CFL Week 6 Ledger Review: Canadian football market adjustments are live! The boys break down the full slate from Week 6—unpacking the Edmonton Elks' continued dominance, evaluating who covered their spreads, and looking at how the bookmakers are shifting future lines as the West Division heats up. Home Run Derby Post-Mortem: Last night at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia was absolute theater under the brand-new swing-limit rules. The boys react to Jordan Walker completely spoiling the party for the hometown faithful, edging out Kyle Schwarber 12-to-11 on his final swings. Who cashed big on the underdog props, and what did we learn about formatting strategy? MLB All-Star Game Card: Baseball's Midsummer Classic takes center stage tonight in Philly. With Phillies southpaw Cristopher Sánchez getting the starting nod on his home mound and Blue Jays ace Dylan Cease countering for the American League, the boys dive into the props, total runs, and moneyline value for tonight's exhibition. World Cup Final Four Launch: The international soccer party hits a fever pitch later today! The Semifinals are officially locked, and the boys break down the ultimate heavyweight betting board. With France battling Spain this afternoon and England locking horns with Argentina tomorrow, the fellas lay out their official match predictions, total card locks, and updated tournament futures. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

The big man Dustin Nielson was our marquee first guest today, and we wasted zero time diving headfirst into the gridiron whiteboard. Dusty gave us his instant reactions to the Edmonton Elks' absolutely dominant Thursday night victory, highlighting the pure excellence of running back Justin Rankin, while breaking down what is going entirely wrong for the struggling Ottawa Redblacks. From there, we teed up tonight's high-stakes Friday Night Football clash out in Winnipeg before hitting the ice for one final quick note—getting Dusty's definitive take on the Anaheim Ducks' massive decision to match Leo Carlsson's historic offer sheet.   It was then time for the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet of the day.   In the middle of hour two, we got right into MMMMMM That's Good presented by The Italian Centre Shop. What a weekend it will be in the world of sports! Now, MMMMMM That's Good!   Justin Dunk capped off hour two with his thoughts on last night's huge win for the Edmonton Elks, Justin Rankin's unreal performance and a preview on the rest of the games in CFL Week 6.

Dustin Nielson and former NHL netminder Joaquin Gage finally reunite to share the microphones. It has been quite some time since these two anchors shared the airwaves, so the boys open up the program with a much-needed catch-up on life, summer schedules, and golf games before plunging headfirst into a volcanic week of hockey headlines.   On Today's Show: Dusty & Gager Catch Up: Before tearing into the hockey whiteboard, the fellas trade some opening notes on where they've been, how they spent their recent time off, and why the studio chemistry hits completely differently when they're both locked into the microphones. Dissecting Stan Bowman's Massive Roster Overhaul: The boys spent a significant chunk of today's broadcast sorting through the volcanic ash of the recent open-market madness. From the historic decision to move Darnell Nurse's entire $9.25M contract to San Jose without retaining a single dollar, to the incoming depth signings, the landscape in Oil Country has fundamentally shifted. Gager and Dusty share their raw, unfiltered thoughts on the new structural look of this team. The Remaining Cap Room Crossroads: With the current depth chart taking shape, the Oilers still find themselves holding onto a healthy, unusual layer of cap flexibility. The boys debate the primary summer crossroads: Does Stan Bowman aggressively weaponize that remaining cash on the open market right now for a top-six forward, or do the Oilers play a tactical, highly patient waiting game until the trade deadline rolls around? The Leo Carlsson NHL Offer Sheet Bomb: The guys pull back the macro-lens to look at the massive roster anarchy that sent shockwaves through front offices on Friday afternoon. The Philadelphia Flyers completely shattered convention by dropping a historic five-year, $90 million offer sheet on Anaheim Ducks' 21-year-old star center Leo Carlsson. At an $18M average annual value, Dusty and Gager debate the immediate fallout: Will the Ducks blink and match the poison-pill contract? More importantly, is this ruthless tactic a definitive sign of things to come across the NHL as aggressive GMs start weaponizing offer sheets against rebuilding squads? Russian Bear Never Sleeps: Gager and Dusty take a different approach as they look at the greatest Russian NHLers of all time. Is Alex Ovechkin the obvious #1? Who comes in at #2? Do Nielson and Gager have different lists? Anybody on the rise?   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

Dustin Nielson and YouTube Trev team up to tackle a massive, fast-moving Monday morning hockey board. Stan Bowman and the front office didn't let the weekend slow them down, continuing to piece together the post-Darnell Nurse era with a flurry of backend contracts.   On Today's Show: The Position Strength Pyramid: We all know the center position—anchored by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl—is the crown jewel and the absolute number one strength of this Edmonton Oilers roster. But how does the rest of the lineup shake out from top to bottom? Dusty and Trev go through the positions to assess the team's structural depth. What is the definitive second-best position group on this squad? Where do the wingers land, and are the newly reshaped blueline and the three-goalie rotation floating down near the bottom of the pyramid? The Sunday Backend Signings: Roster puzzle pieces are falling into place! The boys break down yesterday's official announcements as the Oilers locked down two key restricted free agents on the blueline. Newly acquired 24-year-old Shakir Mukhamadullin—the massive 6'4" prize of the Nurse trade—secured a two-year bridge deal at a very manageable $1.75M AAV. Right alongside him, 26-year-old defenseman Spencer Stastney locked in a one-year extension at $1.525M. The guys debate the depth chart, the waiver variables, and who has the early inside track to stick on the opening-night roster. Weaponizing the Remaining Cash: With Mukhamadullin and Stastney officially on the books, PuckPedia shows the Oilers still holding roughly $5 million in clear, usable cap space. The burning question remains: What should Stan Bowman do with the rest of the wallet? Do they immediately lock onto the remaining top-six forward market, or do they hold onto the flexibility to create a massive trade deadline war chest?   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joined the show off the top, and we immediately plunged into all things Oil Country. CJ shared his initial thoughts on Stan Bowman's aggressive opening-day strategy in Free Agency and laid out what he expects next from management now that the Oilers are flush with new cap flexibility. From there, we toured the league to get CJ's inside scoop on the developing drama surrounding Norris-winner Zach Werenski in Columbus, the Winnipeg Jets' active trade discussions involving Connor Hellebuyck, and an update on Dylan Larkin. Plus, CJ broke down the breaking news regarding Connor Bedard's practice injury in BC before wrapping up with his definitive free agency winners and losers.   It was then time for the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet of the day.   After the break, we got into Offseason, What Offseason presented by GCL Diesel. For the first time in a long time the Oilers have cap space… would you like to see the Oilers use that money asap, or should they wait it out?   Dustin Nielson finished hour two with his thoughts on the Oilers moves on Free Agency, he gave a grade on the day as well and finished with some CFL talk. 

The dynamic, hard-hitting duo of Dustin Nielson and former NHL netminder Joaquin Gage are strapped into their seats to deliver the rawest hockey talk in the market. The draft is in the rearview mirror, which means general managers around the league are frantically counting their couch cushions before the open-market frenzy explodes tomorrow morning.   On Today's Show: The Darnell Nurse Saga — Gager's Perspective: The trade talk surrounding #25 is dominating the airwaves, but pulling off a contract maneuver of this magnitude is a massive, complex puzzle. Dusty asks the million-dollar question, and Gager puts his player hat on to deliver the blunt reality. Is it realistically possible for Stan Bowman to find a trading partner for Nurse's contract? Will Nurse be forced to expand his reported list of destination teams, or are the Oilers simply better off standing pat and keeping the veteran blueliner on the roster? Free Agent Frenzy Eve Blueprint: The open market officially detonates tomorrow at 10:00 AM MT. The fellas open up the wallet and map out the ultimate Oilers game plan. With internal extensions on the horizon and an incredibly tight salary cap environment, do the Oilers have the currency to land an impactful piece? Dusty and Gager debate realistic targets and lay out expectations for tomorrow's initial wave of signatures. League-Wide Trade Fallout: The boys pull out the macro-lens to scan the rest of the National Hockey League. Roster construction didn't wait for July 1st—a boatload of pre-draft blockbusters completely reshaped the competitive landscape over the weekend. The guys evaluate the early winners and losers of the offseason trades and track the moving futures odds.   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

Dustin Nielson is back at the main desk, and YouTube Trev joins him to dissect an absolute whirlwind of a weekend in Buffalo. Roster construction season is reaching absolute maximum velocity, and the boys have a massive hockey notebook to tear through before free agency officially detonates on July 1st.   On Today's Show: The 2026 Oilers Draft Class: Stan Bowman and the scouting staff were busy on the floor, walking away with five brand-new pieces to replenish the organizational prospect cupboard. The boys give you a quick, definitive scouting look at the new names—headlined by towering 6'4" left-shot Latvian center Rudolfs Berzkalns at pick number 58, followed by Swedish forward Malcom Gästrin in the third round. Trev and Dusty grade the weekend haul and evaluate the strategy behind the picks. Oilers Qualifying Offers: Forwards Colton Dach, Roby Jarventie, and Owen Michaels have received qualifying offers from the Oilers, along with defenceman Spencer Stastney. What does this mean? Who didn't the Oilers send an offer to? 10 Years Ago Today — "The Trade is One for One": June 29th brings up a massive, historic milestone in franchise history. It has officially been exactly one decade since Peter Chiarelli shocked the hockey world by trading former first-overall pick Taylor Hall to New Jersey in exchange for shutdown defenseman Adam Larsson. The boys reopen the vault, look at how that trade fundamentally altered the trajectory of the McDavid era, and ask the ultimate community question: Where exactly were you standing when that trade alert hit your phone? The High-Stakes Crease Puzzle: The goaltending landscape around the league completely fractured over the weekend. Now that top target Sebastian Cossa has officially been shipped out of Detroit to Utah, Stan Bowman's netminding roadmap faces a serious fork in the road. With Connor Ingram generating serious buzz as a looming free agent and trade suitors circling, what is the play? Will the Oilers go on a big-game hunt for a new target, or is it increasingly likely they roll into next season running it back with the tandem of Tristan Jarry and Connor Ingram? The Darnell Nurse Logjam: It wouldn't be a true summer episode of the Stream without a deep dive into the blue line blueprint. Darren Dreger joined the network earlier to note that finding a taker for Nurse's contract is proving to be a massive uphill climb. Trev and Dusty debate how Bowman can navigate the tight salary cap environment and what it will take to get creative on a blockbuster deal.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

Oil Country, grab your coffee and fire up the text line—Dustin Nielson is officially back in the big chair for one final morning blitz before heading out tomorrow! There is an absolute mountain of fallout, tape, and breaking news for the boys to slice and dice on a massive Thursday edition of The Nielson Show live on Edmonton Sports Talk.   We got right into Morning Announcements for The Haddies Golf Shop to recap yesterday's news around the sports world.   After the break, it was time for Offseason, What Offseason presented by GCL Diesel and in this segment we got into another YouTube Trev trade of the day.   We finished off hour one by getting Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces! Today, Dusty is fired up about still about the Oilers press conference.

History is being made on today's edition of The Lock Shop! For the first time ever, both Dustin Nielson and Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson have vacated the laboratory at the exact same time. But the betting board waits for no one. Stepping up to anchor a historic broadcast, Lt. Eric is joined in studio by Zack Kubusch! The fellas haven't shared the airwaves together in a minute, so they spend some time catching up before locking in on a massive slate of sports headlines and betting lines. On Today's Show: The Babcock Era Begins: The guys briefly check in on the massive news out of Edmonton. With Mike Babcock officially signed as the 19th head coach in Oilers history and the introductory presser in the books, they debate the immediate locker room impact and if any futures lines are worth chasing. World Cup Group B Finale — Canada vs. Switzerland: This is the absolute peak of the betting card. Les Rouges are at a packed, raucous BC Place in Vancouver to battle the Swiss with first place in Group B on the line. The fellas break down the massive tactical hurdle of replacing the injured Ismaël Koné, the emotional boost of Alphonso Davies returning to action as a sub, and how Canada's major goal-differential safety net alters the match strategy. The Soccer Locks: Eric and Zack dig deep into the sportsbook boards for the Canada/Switzerland match. From straight moneyline plays to half-time draws and prop bets on Jonathan David to stay hot, the boys deliver their definitive best bets. NHL Pre-Draft Meltdown: The hockey world is absolutely fracturing before our eyes. The guys track the fallout from yesterday's insane multi-team trade frenzy, breaking down Jordan Kyrou heading to DC, Bowen Byram landing in Chicago for the 4th overall pick, Simon Nemec going to Calgary, and Steve Staios' quick-strike re-tool in Ottawa. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

The news has officially sent a shockwave through the hockey world: Mike Babcock is the 19th head coach in Edmonton Oilers history. Dustin Nielson and former Oilers netminder Joaquin Gage fire up the microphones to break down one of the most controversial, high-stakes, and fascinating coaching hires in modern NHL history. After being cleared by the league following an investigation into his exit from Columbus, Babcock lands the keys to a championship-calibre roster in Northern Alberta. The boys pull no punches as they look at the hiring from every single angle.   On Today's Show: Babcock & Smith Era Begins: Gager and Dusty go toe-to-toe on the hockey fit. Does Babcock's legendary, rigid defensive structure solve the Oilers' biggest flaws, or will his philosophy clash with the elite, high-octane offensive engine of this core? Moving the Needle: With a Stanley Cup, two Olympic Gold medals, and 700 career NHL wins on his resume, his pedigree is undeniable. But does his coaching style actually elevate a modern locker room in 2026, or is it a step backward? Walking a Fine Line: The spotlight will be blinding. The guys discuss exactly how careful Babcock has to be with his communication style and player management under the absolute microscope of Oil Country. Press Conference & Media Availability: We play the live audio from this morning's official introductory press conference. You'll hear directly from Stan Bowman, D.J. Smith, and Mike Babcock himself. Babcock looked back on his time in Columbus, his retirement, the hiring process in Edmonton and much more! Gager's & Dusty's Raw Reaction: As a former player, Gager looks between the lines of the media availability and reacts to the tone set by Babcock on Day 1. So much to break down from the long presser, and so much to question even though questions were answered.   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

The lines are shifting, the board is buzzing, and The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk! Grab your betting slips and hit the live chat because Dustin Nielson and Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson are reacting to an absolute landscape-shifting morning in Oil Country. It is officially a new era in Edmonton. The organization has closed the book on its coaching search and officially named Mike Babcock as the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. The boys spend a massive chunk of today's show unpacking the immediate betting and locker room fallout of this monumental hiring. On Today's Show: The Mike Babcock Era Begins: It is no longer a rumor—the contract is signed. The boys weigh in on Babcock taking over the Edmonton bench. How does this immediately shift the Oilers' Stanley Cup futures lines? What does his rigid structure mean for the core, and how will the fan base react on opening night? We break down every single angle. NBA Blockbuster — Giannis to South Beach!: Complete and utter madness on the hardwood last night right before the NBA Draft. Pat Riley and the Miami Heat just pulled off the heist of the decade, acquiring two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks in a multi-player, draft-pick heavy nuke of a trade. The boys check out the newly adjusted NBA Championship odds. US Open Fallout — Wyndham Clark Conquers Shinnecock: Shinnecock Hills showed its teeth, but Wyndham Clark held off a furious final-round charge from Sam Burns to survive a near-historic collapse and claim his second career US Open title. The fellas recap the tournament leaderboard, the brutal conditions, and clear out the golf betting tickets from Father's Day weekend. World Cup & Global Soccer Odds: The action on the pitch is heating up. We track the latest tournament results, check in on Team Canada's ongoing momentum, and scour the sportsbooks to find the absolute sharpest international soccer values on the board. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

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!

The laboratory doors are officially wide open for a massive, loaded Monday edition of The Lock Shop! We are broadcasting live on Edmonton Sports Talk with a special twist today: Dustin Nielson is live on location, anchoring the set alongside Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson to clear out an absolute mountain of weekend betting slips and sports headlines. From unforgettable overtime thrillers right here at Commonwealth to earth-shattering blockbuster trades that have completely rearranged the NHL landscape, the boys are breaking down the biggest winners and losers from the weekend action. On Today's Show: Dusty Live on Location: Nielson anchors today's edition of both The Lock Shop and The Oil Stream from the road at Boston Pizza West Gate! The fellas open up the broadcast by reviewing their personal weekend betting cards and setting the stage for a wild week in sports. The Undefeated Edmonton Elks (2-0): What a weekend for football in the 780! Your Edmonton Elks put on an absolute clinic in a 32-29 overtime thriller against the Montreal Alouettes. The Green and Gold didn't just move to a perfect 2-0 start for the first time since 2019—they officially snapped Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander's historic 13-0 career regular-season winning streak. The boys recap every single game from a wild CFL weekend. The Tkachuk Reunion Blockbuster: The hockey world is still shaking after yesterday's absolute nuke of a trade. Brady Tkachuk has officially been traded to the Florida Panthers to link up with his brother Matthew! The boys break down the massive asset return for the Ottawa Senators and discuss what this means for the balance of power in the Eastern Conference. Connor Hellebuyck on the Move?: Rumour season is officially burning hot in Winnipeg. Reports are swirling that elite, Vezina-caliber goaltender Connor Hellebuyck could be on his way out of town. Hustler gives his raw, inside-track thoughts on what true value looks like for the star netminder and where he could realistically land. Oilers & World Cup Soccer Updates: We check in on the latest offseason whispers coming out of the Edmonton front office following a busy weekend, plus we track the betting lines and latest matchday drama as international soccer continues to dominate the global pitch. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

The big man Dustin Nielson is away today, but the studio is in excellent hands as Wil Fraser steps right into the driver's seat! The fellas are back together for the first time since last week, and they have a mountain of sports action, off-season drama, and massive local headlines to clear out of the notebook.   From World Cup fever taking over the West Coast to a critical sweep opportunity on the MLB diamond and an absolute logjam in the Oilers' front office, the boys have you completely covered.   We start by laying out the show and then diving right into Morning Announcements for Haddies Golf Shop to recap all the major headlines from last night in the world of sport.   After the break, we got into YouTube Trev's trade of the day. A surprising reaction we got in this one.   We finished hour one by getting Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces. Today we are most certainly Fired Up about team Canada playing their second game of The World Cup later today against Qatar.

The regular big man Dustin Nielson is away today, but the betting window is wide open! Jay Milne steps directly into the driver's seat this Thursday morning, teaming up with Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson to bring you a massive, multi-sport card. From a historic major championship underway on the golf course to a massive international showdown on Canadian soil and a fresh slate of gridiron action, the boys have today's betting board completely surrounded. Grab your pens—let's secure some units. On Today's Show: The U.S. Open is Underway: The most brutal test in golf has officially begun! The field is out on the historic, unforgiving greens of Shinnecock Hills. Jay and Hustler track the live leaderboards, react to early morning movement, and drop their updated cards for outright winners, head-to-head tournament matchups, and live-in-play value slips. World Cup Gameday — Canada vs. Qatar: Soccer fever has taken over the country! Team Canada hits the pitch at BC Place in Vancouver at 4:00 PM for a massive Group B showdown. Coming off a historic opening draw, Alphonso Davies and the squad hunt for win number one on home soil. The guys break down the moneyline, total goals, and best prop bets for the match. CFL Week 3 Preview: The Canadian Football League returns with an absolute dose of games this week! The boys get ahead of the market, breaking down the opening lines and giving a quick preview of the Week 3 slate—including tomorrow's clash between the BC Lions and Hamilton Tiger-Cats, and Saturday's big matchup at Commonwealth Stadium featuring the Edmonton Elks against Montreal. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

Welcome into a massive Wednesday morning edition of The Nielson Show live on Edmonton Sports Talk! Dustin Nielson, Lieutenant Eric are back on the desk alongside YouTube Trev to break down a wild 24 hours across the entire sports world.    From the shifting gears of the NHL off-season to a historic night on the pitch at the World Cup and a crucial bounce-back on the diamond, the boys have a jammed notebook to tackle. Grab your coffee and lock it in!   Dusty laid out the show then we got into Morning Announcements for The Rundle Park Short Course to recap yesterday's sports action.    After the break, we got into MMMMMM That's Good presented by The Italian Centre Shop to touch on the brilliance of Lionel Messi at the age of 38.    And then to cap off hour one, we got into YouTube Trev's trade of the day presented by GCL Diesel.

The Stanley Cup has officially been handed out, meaning the NHL off-season calendar is officially running at maximum velocity! Dustin Nielson is anchor-locked in the studio alongside former NHL netminder Gager to sort through a massive pile of burning questions in Oil Country... Now that there are no more pucks to be dropped on the ice, all eyes turn to the front office. Stan Bowman is staring down a chaotic summer blueprint—and the fellas are here to dig into the rumours.   On Today's Show: The Off-Season Clock Is Ticking: The playoffs are completely wrapped, which means the regular-season safety net is gone. What is management's immediate priority this week, and how fast do they need to move before the NHL Entry Draft and Free Agency completely take over the league? The Darnell Nurse Trade Puzzle: The smoke hasn't even begun to clear from #25's shocking, formal trade request. Realistically, how do the Oilers actually navigate moving a massive $9.25M cap hit with a full no-movement clause? Gager and Dusty look at his rumoured 3-to-5 team destination list, debate how much salary Edmonton will be forced to retain, and look at what a realistic roster return looks like. Oilers Need A Coach: The silence out of 104th Street regarding the open bench seat is getting deafening. Now that the Vegas Golden Knights have officially been eliminated from the postseason, will Kelly McCrimmon finally grant the Oilers permission to interview Bruce Cassidy? Or is management stuck in a holding pattern while the league's Mike Babcock investigation plays out? The guys debate the timeline, the leading candidates, and who will ultimately pull the strings behind the bench next season. Of course, they touch on John Tortorella's release from Vegas...   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

The band is officially back together for a high-volume Tuesday morning broadcast! The Nielson Show is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Dustin Nielson is reunited with Lieutenant Eric alongside YouTube Trev.   The hardware has been handed out, the champions have been crowned, and the multi-sport off-season is officially underway. Grab your coffee and lock in—we have a massive Tuesday notebook to unpack!   We start off by laying out the show and catching up from Lt. Eric's weekend as he went home to watch the Roughriders come back in their game against the Lions.   The fellas then dove into Morning Announcements for the Haddies Golf Shop to recap all the major headlines from yesterday in the sports world.   After the break, we got into YouTube Trev's trade of the day, for once, he actually made a trade that the nasties liked.   We capped off hour one by getting Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces! Today, we're fired up about the guy betting a Milly on Spain to win in their match yesterday.

The hardware has officially been handed out, the championship banners are being printed, and the boys are finally back together to handle the fallout! The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Dustin Nielson is reunited with Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson for the first time since last week. Between Dusty tracking the madness locally in Edmonton and Hustler holding it down in Winnipeg, the fellas have a massive amount of catching up to do before attacking today's sports betting card. Grab your notebook—let's break down a historic weekend in sports from every single gambling angle. On Today's Show: Championship Weekend Review: We officially have champions crowned on both the ice and the hardwood! The Carolina Hurricanes put a definitive end to the Stanley Cup Final with a spectacular 3-0 shutout victory in Game 6 over Vegas, while Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks finished off their gritty run to capture their first NBA title in 53 years. The boys look back at the final lines, evaluate the player prop payouts, and take an early look at next year's look-ahead futures board. The Connor Hellebuyck Rumour Mill: Shifting over to Hustler's neck of the woods, a massive off-season storm is brewing in Winnipeg. With the postseason officially over, league-wide whispers are getting incredibly loud surrounding the future of elite netminder Connor Hellebuyck. Is the former Vezina winner officially on the trading block this summer? The boys talk about potential landing spots, the massive trade value he commands, and how a blockbuster move would completely shake up the NHL betting landscape. Blue Jays Slumping Down East: It was a rough weekend sequence for Canada's team at the Rogers Centre. The Toronto Blue Jays fell flat in their weekend series finale against the New York Yankees, dropping an 8-3 decision. The guys look at the current AL East standings, evaluate their shrinking postseason futures value, and find the sharpest spots to back them (or fade them) moving forward. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

Happy Monday, Oil Country! It is a gorgeous summer morning, and we are taking the broadcast on the road. The Nielson Show is live on location from The Ranch Golf and Country Club! Lieutenant Eric has one more day off, so Dustin Nielson is joined on the turf by Wil Fraser alongside YouTube Trev for a massive, championship-loaded Monday morning edition.   The fellas start off by laying out the show, Dusty and Frase caught up as it's been a minute since they last spoke and then we got into Morning Announcements for Rundle Park Short Course to recap everything that transpired over the weekend in the world of sport.   After the break, we got into YouTube Trev's trade of the day. Who's Trev trading this week?   We capped off hour one with hour good, bad and ugly from the weekend.

An absolute atomic bomb has just dropped on the City of Edmonton, and the offseason is officially in complete meltdown mode. The Nielson Show is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and while Dustin Nielson is away today, the powerhouse Wil Fraser steps into the captain's chair alongside Lieutenant Eric and YouTube Trev for a truly wild Friday morning broadcast!   The fellas start the show by catching up as it's been a minute since they've spoke on the EST airwaves. Lt. Eric then laid out the show, then we got into Morning Announcements for the Rundle Park Short Course to recap all the sports action from last night.   After the break, we got into YouTube Trev's trade of the day. Trev would absolutely sign off on this trade, the nasties, not so much.   We capped off hour one like we always do on a Friday's show, by Cracking Some Packs powered by Wayne's Sports Cards & Collectables.

We just witnessed absolute basketball history last night, and the boys are in the studio to break down one of the most unbelievable championship moments of our lifetime! The Nielson Show is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Dustin Nielson , Lieutenant Eric, and YouTube Trev are locked and loaded for a massive, jam-packed Thursday morning.   We then got into Morning Announcements to recap all the sports action from last night presented by Haddies Golf Shop!   After the break, it was time for Offseason, What Offseason presented by GCL Diesel! More news broke yesterday involving the Mike Babcock saga which Dusty had a few things to say on this. Do the Oilers even have a plan?   We then got into YouTube Trev's trade of the day. Surprisingly he actually won some nasties over. We capped off hour one by getting Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces. Today, Dusty was fired up about his daughter the muzz making an unreal stop last night in net. A conch to the muzz!

The Mike Babcock saga continues to loom large over Oil Country, and the questions are only getting deeper. The Nielson Show is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Dustin Nielson, Lieutenant Eric, and YouTube Trev are hitting the microphones to unpack the latest developments on a jam-packed Wednesday morning.   You ready? Let's get this party started. Like we always do, plenty of laughs to start the show today. Dusty then laid out the show and then we got right into Morning Announcements for The Rundle Park Short Course to recap all the action from last night in the world of sports.   After the break, we got into MMMMMM That's Good presented by The Italian Centre Shop. What's good today, is actually from last night when Braden Montgomery hit a walk-off bomb in his MLB debut.   We capped off hour one with YouTube Trev's trade of the day for Offseason, What Offseason for GCL Diesel.

The hockey world is in absolute meltdown mode this morning after breaking reports confirmed the Edmonton Oilers are in deep, serious discussions to name Mike Babcock as their next head coach. Dustin Nielson and Joaquin Gage are stepping into the crease to tackle the biggest, most polarizing story of the NHL offseason.   On Today's Show: The Mike Babcock Era... Pros & Cons: It's the story that has completely taken over Oil Country. With reports confirming Babcock has spoken directly with owner Daryl Katz and received the blessing of the core player leadership group, his hiring appears closer than ever. The fellas lay out the ultimate blueprints: What are the pros of bringing in a Stanley Cup and Olympic champion to provide a "firm hand on the rudder?" And what are the major cons, hurdles with the NHLPA, and workplace conduct concerns following his exit from Columbus? The boys break down both sides of an incredibly sensitive situation. Stanley Cup Final Game 4 Tonight: While the coaching chaos rules Edmonton, there is still a massive championship battle happening on the ice tonight! The series stays in Sin City as the Vegas Golden Knights look to extend their 2-1 series lead over the Carolina Hurricanes. Can the Canes lock things down defensively on the road, or does Vegas push them to the absolute brink? The guys break down the goalie battle and give their definitive picks. The Nasties Text Line:  The fellas dedicate plenty of time to reading your live reactions, checking the pulse of a highly divided fan base, and answering your questions. Hire It or Fire It: To wrap up a massive program, the boys bring back a favourite segment to debate a lightning round of hot topics hitting the hockey landscape. From offseason roster blueprints and trade rumours to potential front-office reshuffling, the guys state whether they would "Hire It" or "Fire It!"   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

After three long weeks away from the microphones, the boys are finally back! Dustin Nielson, Lieutenant Eric, and YouTube Trev are officially back and better than ever on Edmonton Sports Talk.   The fellas have a massive amount of catching up to do, but there is no time to ease into things because an absolute bombshell is rocking Oil Country this morning, and that's what we started off with.   Morning Announcements for The Haddies Golf Shop was the first segment we hit on today's show to recap all that transpired yesterday in the world of sports, including the Oilers looking to land Mike Babcock as their next head coach.   After the break, Ryan Rishaug was the first guest on today's show. He stopped by to share his thoughts about the Oilers looking to sign Mike Babcock as their new head coach. We had plenty of questions and Rishaug has lots of answers. This brought the boys to the end of hour one.

There is absolutely no shortage of massive headlines ripping through the sports betting world today, and the boys are live to sort through the chaos and find the numbers you need to target. The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Dustin Nielson alongside Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson are locked, loaded, and building their Tuesday cards. From the polarizing fallout of the Oilers' front-office rumors to a critical pivot point on the hardwood and the ice, we've got you completely covered. On Today's Show: The Mike Babcock Talk Continues: Oil Country is still completely divided, and the boys pull no punches. We get The Hustler's definitive thoughts on the reports pointing toward Mike Babcock taking over behind the bench in Edmonton. Is this the exact type of firm, experienced signing needed to get over the ultimate championship hump, or is it a catastrophic risk for management? The fellas debate the long-term locker room impact and look at how the future markets are shifting. Knicks' Streak Snapped in Game 3: What a massive turn of events on the hardwood last night! The San Antonio Spurs protected home court in a thrilling 115-111 victory, snapping the New York Knicks' incredible 11-game postseason winning streak. The boys recap a chaotic betting night at Madison Square Garden. Do the Knicks still have complete control of this series up 2-1, or have Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs officially cracked the code? Stanley Cup Final Game 4 Tonight: A massive night in Sin City! The Vegas Golden Knights protected home ice over the weekend to take a commanding 2-1 series lead after a hard-fought 5-4 win in Game 3. Tonight, the series hits a critical fork in the road at T-Mobile Arena. Can the Carolina Hurricanes claw their way back to square things up, or does Vegas push them to the absolute brink? Matty and Hustler break down the money lines, game totals, and drop their best player prop bets for tonight's battle. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

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!

Our own Dustin Nielson kicked off the show this morning live from Kelowna to give us the absolute latest from the Memorial Cup. Nandy set the scene on the tournament's opening stretch, highlighting the brightest young stars turning heads on the national stage, and dropped some high praise for Everett's exceptional-status phenom, Landon DuPont, as the 16-year-old continues to look like a surefire future NHL superstar.   We then bounced around the hockey world, getting Dusty's take on the heavy-weight battle out East between the Canadiens and Hurricanes, before diving into the rumor mill to debate whether Mitch Marner could realistically find himself hoisted into a Stanley Cup championship environment next season.   It was then time for the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet of the day.   After the break we got into some Weekly Advice for Damon Bunting. Some great advice provided by the boys today.   The one and only Eric Macramalla stops by to wrap up hour two with some classic banter! Eric breaks down the tactical momentum shifts between the Habs and Canes, and weighs in on the head-scratching coaching standoff currently gripping the Oilers' front office.

Dustin Nielson is out today, but the mic is hot as Joaquin Gage and Tom Gazzola reunite to take over 2 Guys & A Goalie! It has been a minute since these two shared the airwaves, and they have a massive weekend of hockey fallout to catch up on—including the breaking landscape of the Edmonton Oilers coaching search.   The Edmonton Coaching Carousel: With Kris Knoblauch officially out, the speculation is burning up in Oil Country. The Craig Berube Frontrunner Status: The boys break down the breaking news that the Toronto Maple Leafs have officially granted the Oilers permission to speak with Craig, with a formal interview expected immediately. Is his hard-nosed, straight-line approach exactly what this core needs? The Vegas Block: What is the deal with Bruce Cassidy? The fellas discuss the Golden Knights playing hardball and withholding permission to chat with their former bench boss, and what it means for Stan Bowman's timeline. Interaction & Text Line: The boys open up the phone lines and text machine to answer your burning questions. Who do you want to see behind the bench next season? Weekend Hockey Recap: From Alex Newhook's historic Game 7 overtime heroics that punched the Habs' ticket to the Eastern Conference Final, to the WCF that gets started tomorrow. The boys will touch them all right here on 2 Guys & A Goalie!   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

Dustin Nielson is out today, but the show doesn't miss a beat as the legendary Dave Jamieson slides into the host chair! The fellas have an absolutely massive weekend of sports to recap, from a historic major championship victory to playoff drama on the ice and the hardwood.   We quickly touched on everyone's weekends and then Lt. Eric laid out the show.   Today's first segment was Morning Announcements for Haddies Golf Shop to recap all the major headlines from the weekend.   After the first break, it was time for YTT's trade of the day. Who's Trev trading today???   To cap off hour two, we got fired up. Today we're fired up about the song choice the Sabres picked for their playoffs this year…

Dustin Nielson is out today, but the show rolls on with a powerhouse substitute crew! Matt Iwanyk is joined by Hustler to catch up, talk some shop, and recap a completely frantic weekend across the entire world of sports betting and beyond. On Today's Show: Catching Up with the Fellas: It's been a minute since Hustler and Matt shared the mic. The boys kick things off by trading notes and setting the board for a massive week. Habs Advance to the ECF: Last night was an absolute masterpiece for hockey fans. Alex Newhook etched his name into hockey lore, ripping a wicked wrister at the 11:22 mark of overtime to lift the Montreal Canadiens to a 3-2 Game 7 victory over the Sabres. The Habs are moving on to the Eastern Conference Final to battle the top-seeded Carolina Hurricanes starting Thursday. We look at the early series lines—do the underdog Habs have any value left against an undefeated Canes squad? NBA Playoff Breakdown: The guys take a quick trip around the association to look at the latest postseason drama, shifting lines, and where the smart money is heading on the hardwood. The Players Championship Recap: We look back at the drama at TPC Sawgrass. Cameron Young put together a spectacular final-round 68—including a monster birdie on the iconic 17th—to chase down Matt Fitzpatrick and secure the biggest victory of his career at -13. We recap the betting hits, the bad beats, and the complete collapse of 54-hole leader Ludvig Åberg on the back nine. Make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for daily sports betting analysis and the best sports banter in Edmonton! The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta!

The momentum has shifted, and now the series moves to the Honda Center. Dustin Nielson and Tom Gazzola are back on The Oil Stream to break down a pivotal Friday night for the Edmonton Oilers. After a frustrating Game 2, the boys are asking the tough questions before the puck drops in Anaheim.   Game 3 Adjustments: The 6-4 loss left a sour taste. What tactical changes must Kris Knoblauch implement to reclaim home-ice advantage? The McDavid Question: Two games in, and #97 is still looking for his first point of the postseason. Is it the Ducks' defensive scheme, or is the Captain battling through something we don't know about? Power Play Reset: Going 0-for-4 in a playoff game is rare for this squad. Do the Oilers need to simplify the man advantage, or is it just a matter of execution? Stepping Up: Beyond the big two, who needs to find another level tonight? We look at the secondary scoring and the defensive pairings that need to tighten up. Scouting the Ducks: Anaheim has surprised everyone with its speed and grit. We discuss which young Ducks have stood out most and how they've managed to frustrate the Oilers' transition game. Goalie Talk: Does the confidence in the crease remain high, or are we looking at a shorter leash as the series intensifies?   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

It's Game Day in Edmonton! After a thrilling start to the series, the Edmonton Oilers are looking to tighten their grip on the opening round. Dustin Nielson and Tom Gazzola are back at it on The Oil Stream to break down everything you need to know before the puck drops for Game 2 at Rogers Place.   On today's episode:   The 2-0 Objective: The Oilers have the momentum, but can they avoid a "letdown" game? We discuss what it takes to send the Ducks back to Anaheim trailing by two. Lineup Shuffles: With Adam Henrique unavailable for tonight's contest, who steps into that crucial bottom-six role? We look at the potential line combinations and if Kris Knoblauch has any other tactical surprises in store. The McDavid Factor: Connor McDavid was a force in Game 1, but we know he always has another gear. What should we expect from the captain as the intensity ramps up tonight? Ducks' Pushback: Anaheim showed flashes of danger in the opener. The boys analyze how the Ducks will try to adjust their forecheck to slow down the Oilers' transition game.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

Chris Johnston was our first guest on today's show. We kicked things off with his thoughts on a refreshing first-round matchup, as the Oilers take on the Ducks instead of the Kings, and he gave us a preview of what he expects from the series. From there, we went around the league, breaking down other matchups — starting with the Senators and Hurricanes, followed by the Canadiens taking on the Lightning. We then brought it back to Edmonton to discuss Evan Bouchard and whether he deserves Norris Trophy consideration, before wrapping things up with some of the front office changes already starting to happen around the league.   It was then time for the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet of the day.   After the break we got into MMMMM That's Good presented by The Italian Centre Shop to discuss EST's pop up shop coming in on Monday. These clothes look great, atta be Matty and the crew over at The Hive Product Marketing.   Dustin Nielson capped off the hour with a recap on his last 24 hours.

We're back with another edition of The Nielson Show this fine Thursday morning — and look who's back… the man, the myth, the legend… Dustin Nielson! We caught up with the big man as it's been a while. He gave us an update on his Vegas trip and his oldest son Marshall who is an absolute warrior.   We then got into Morning Announcements to recap everything that transpired last night in the world of sport.   After the break, we got right into The Prolux Lighting Morning After Show! In this segment, we took a deep dive into last night's game. What was the key moment, what the super stat and who were the fourth and 38th stars…   We finished hour one by getting Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces! Today we're fired up about this year's Hart Trophy race.

It's another episode of The Oil Stream as Dustin Nielson is still away, so YouTube Trev joins Tom Gazzola to break it all down! The Oilers went 1-1 over the weekend and the fellas will dive into both games, including the one that finally snapped the streak. What went wrong? What needs to be cleaned up moving forward?

It's another big game edition of 2 Guys & a Goalie as Joaquin Gage joins Dustin Nielson to tee up a huge matchup! The fellas dive into tonight's game, breaking down the projected lines, key matchups, and what the Edmonton Oilers need to do to come away with a massive win.   They'll also take a closer look at the Vegas Golden Knights—what's going on with them lately, and are they as vulnerable as they seem? With four huge points up for grabs, this one has serious implications. Who steps up? Who takes control? And what should fans expect from both sides? All that and more on today's episode of 2 Guys & a Goalie.   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

We are back with another edition of The Nielson Show. So much to discuss from this weekend. The big man, Dustin Nielson is BACK. We'll first hear his experience from down South where he was finally able to watch The King, LeBron James. We'll get all into that and recap everyone's weekends to start off the show.   We then got into Morning Announcements to recap some action from last night.   After the break, we got right into The Prolux Lighting Morning After Show! In this segment, we took a deep dive into last night's game. What was the key moment, what the super stat and who were the fourth and 38th stars…   We finished off hour one with our good, bad and ugly from the weekend.

We are back with another edition of The Nielson Show! Dustin Nielson is on his way to LALA Land to accomplish a life long goal, that is seeing the second greatest basketball player of all time hit the court. So in the meantime... The Dave Jamieson is stepping in! The fellas will catch up with Jamo as it's been a minute.   We then got into Morning Announcements to touch on the biggest stories from last night.   After the break we got into Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces. Today we got fired up about the NFL free agency, the Indian Wells Open and finished with some Oilers talk. This took us to the end of the hour.

Its the EST Draft of Winter Olympics! Benny looks to defend his title, as he goes up against Reid Wilkins, Dustin Nielson and Lt. Eric. Quinn Phillips presides over the draft as the commish. The EST Hangout is presented by Sentinel Storage!

Barney Shynkaruk hosted your Wednesday Edition of The SportsCage! We heard from CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnston at the Winter Meetings, and we chatted with Edmonton Sports Talk's Dustin Nielson, Senior Hockey Report with Hockey Sask's Kelly McClintock, Inside The NHL with Eric Francis, and UofR Cougars Goalie Dylan Ernst.

On today's edition of The Oil Stream, Dustin Nielson and Hernan Salas recap both Oilers games from the weekend, starting with a big one — Tristan Jarry's first start in Oil Country, where he backstopped the Oilers to an impressive 6–3 win. What stood out from Jarry's debut, and what did the Oilers do right in that game?   They'll also break down Sunday's loss to the Montreal Canadiens, asking the big questions: what went wrong, was it a fatigue issue, and are there warning signs coming out of that one? Plus, the fellas circle back to the Jarry–Skinner trade one more time as the Oilers get set to face Stuart Skinner and the Pittsburgh Penguins tomorrow, adding a little extra juice to that matchup   All that and more on another edition of The Oil Stream presented by Boston Pizza!

Craig Button was the first guest on today's show. He first had some words on some NFL and college football before we dove into the hockey. He touched on the Oilers loss last night and brought up the positives more than the negatives… then shared on what he thinks the Oilers should do in bolstering this lineup. He finished with some words on the Canadiens and the Predators.   It was then time for the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet of the day.   After the break it was time for MMMMMM That's Good presented by The Italian Centre Shop. What's good today is a Friday show that involves the boss, good ol' Dustin Nielson!   To cap off hour two, it was time for Mike Garafolo. He brought all the latest news with him this week. He previewed the biggest games, and gave an update on some of the latest injuries.