Best Tom Nielson Podcasts (2025)

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Oilers Get Stomped On | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 11-08-25 1:14:39

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Well..... that was interesting. The Oilers get PUMPED 9-1 on home ice to the Avalanche. Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson, Shawn Belle and Reid Wilkins are to breakdown this tire fire of a game. Who do you blame for this performance? Does this team have what it takes to get out of this rut? What's next? All of this discussion and so much more on this editio…

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OIL STREAM: McDavid vs MacKinnon: Oilers vs Avalanche Preview! 54:55

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On today's episode, the fellas tee up tomorrow's huge matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and the Colorado Avalanche — a battle loaded with star power featuring McDavid vs MacKinnon! What do the Oilers need to do to take down one of the league's best? What will the lineups look like? Plus, Team Canada has revealed their new jerseys for the upcoming…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers Blow Another Lead... 55:19

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On today's episode of The Oil Stream, the fellas break down another frustrating loss for the Edmonton Oilers. Why does this team keep blowing leads? What needs to change — structure, personnel, mindset, or all of the above? We'll also dive into just how much the Oilers are missing Zach Hyman right now. His presence, compete level, and finishing abi…

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Oilers Fall In The Shootout To The Stars | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 11-04-25 1:00:48

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The Oilers fall to the Stars 4-3 in a shootout. With that, we have Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson and Shawn Belle here to breakdown another 2 goal lead blown by Edmonton. Did Skinner play well enough tonight? Why can't the Oilers hold onto a lead? On a positive note, how good has Roslovic been? All of these questions answered followed by great discussion…

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Oilers Give Up The Lead To The Blues. | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 11-03-25 59:24

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Oilers blow a 2-0 lead to the struggling Blues. Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson and Matt Kassian are here to breakdown the Oilers loss in St.Louise. What was Bouchard doing on the game winning goal? How did Pickard play? Did this team play good enough to win? All of these questions answered paired with great discussion on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oi…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers VS Blues Preview! 54:39

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On today's Oil Stream, the fellas break down the Oilers' exciting overtime win over the Blackhawks on Saturday night! How did the team look, did the line combos work, and who stood out when it mattered most? Plus, we look ahead to tonight's matchup vs. the St. Louis Blues — what should we expect, what adjustments could be coming, and who needs to s…

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Oilers Win It In OT 3-2! | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 11-01-25 1:10:45

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The Oilers take down the Blackhawks in OT 3-2! Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson, Matt Kassian and Reid Wilkins are here to break down the Oilers coming out victorious. Stuart Skinner responds well, Bouchard redmption game? Roslovic looking great, McDavid starting to get going. Lots of great discussion we have here on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oil Stre…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers Lose Again, Blackhawks Preview! 54:12

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Tough one in Oil Country last night. On today's episode of The Oil Stream, the fellas break down the disappointing loss that saw the Oilers blow a two-goal lead in the third period. What went wrong? Who's to blame? And how should the lineup look moving forward? We'll wrap things up by previewing tomorrow's matchup as Edmonton closes out the homesta…

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Oilers Collapse To The Rangers... | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-30-25 1:16:50

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The Oilers CHOKE after having a 3-1 lead heading into the 3rd period leading to the Rangers taking this one 4-3 in OT. Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson, Matt Kassian and Reid Wilkins are here to breakdown the Oilers failing to hold onto this lead. How much of this loss can you blame Skinner for? What was Bouchard doing all game? What does Knoblauch do next…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers Defeat Mammoth 6-3! 53:48

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The Oil Stream is back after a massive win for the Edmonton Oilers! The fellas break down last night's huge victory over the best in the West — the Utah Mammoth. They'll dive into the starting lineup, how the Oilers set the tone early, and what the team still needs to clean up despite the big win. Then they'll look ahead to tomorrow night's home ma…

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Oilers Win Big! | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-28-25 1:10:41

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The Oilers win big over the Mammoth at Rogers Arena! Good thing we have Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson, Shawn Belle and Reid Wilkins are here to breakdown the win. Edmonton takes down Utah 6-3 with some great play all through the lineup! Is McDavid returning to his former self? Has Roslovic saved his season with the Oilers? All of this with some great di…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers Strike Out, Utah Preview! 54:51

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The Oil Stream is back after a tough weekend for the Edmonton Oilers. The fellas break down both weekend losses — starting with the defeat to the Seattle Kraken and then last night's overtime loss to the Vancouver Canucks. What went wrong? What's going on with Connor McDavid? And is the Nurse–Bouchard pairing really the answer moving forward? They'…

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Oilers Lose In OT.... | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-26-25 1:01:31

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The Oilers lose again, this time to the Canucks in OT. Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson and Shawn Belle are here to breakdown another disappointing loss for the Orange and Blue. Was Kris Knoblauch's decisions with the lineup the reason why they loss? Did Pickard give them a chance to win? Are the top guys doing enough? All of this discussion and so much mo…

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Oilers Lose to The Kraken | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-25-25 1:00:15

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The Oilers fall to the Kraken in Seattle to end their 2 game win streak. Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson and Matt Kassian are here to breakdown what happened in this disappointing loss for the Orange and Blue. Where has the Offense gone? Did Skinner give them a chance to win tonight? Lot's of great discussion and topics that the guys breakdown on this edi…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers & Habs Recap, Seattle Kraken Preview! 53:48

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The Oil Stream is back after another wild night of Oilers hockey! The boys break down last night's thrilling 6-5 win over the Montreal Canadiens, as the Oilers pick up their second straight victory in dramatic fashion. From the offensive explosion to the defensive lapses, they'll cover everything you need to know from that rollercoaster of a game. …

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Oilers Win In A Thriller! | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-23-25 1:15:31

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What a game! The Oilers somehow pull out a win against the red hot Canadiens by the score of 6-5. With that, Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson, Matt Kassian and Reid Wilkins are here to breakdown the action pack game we got. We had lots to discuss including Bouchard and Nurse's play, Pickard's game, Reffing and everything around it. Can the Oilers build off…

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OIL STREAM: Jake Walman Overtime Winner! 53:37

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The Oil Stream is back with a full breakdown of last night's NHL action! The Edmonton Oilers are back in the win column after taking down the Ottawa Senators, and the boys are here to dive into it all — what they liked, what they didn't, and what needs to happen next for the Oilers to keep things rolling. They'll also take a closer look at last nig…

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Oilers Take The Win In OT! | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-21-25 56:58

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The Oilers get the win in overtime! Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson and Shawn Belle are here to break down the game as there was nothing short of to talk about. Ike Howard buries his first goal of his career, Savoie first career point, Skinner #100 win in his career, Henrique game #1000! It was a game of milestones. Are the Oilers back to their old winnin…

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OIL STREAM: We've Never Seen This From McDavid..? 53:36

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The Oil Stream is back after another brutal weekend for the Edmonton Oilers. The boys break down both losses — first to the New Jersey Devils, then to the Detroit Red Wings — and try to figure out why the Oilers suck right now. From the constant line changes, to Connor McDavid's struggles, and the overall lack of consistency, nothing's off the tabl…

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Oilers Lose Again... | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-19-25 1:06:01

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The Oilers lose once again on the road in Detroit to the Red Wings so we have Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson and Matt Kassian here to break down the game. The Oilers were fighting it all night not being able to generate any offense while giving away the puck too often allowing for Detroit to capitalize. What's wrong with the Oilers top guys? Are they tir…

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Oilers Uninspired Play Leads To Another Loss | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-18-25 1:00:12

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The Oilers looked BRUTAL in New Jersey and it's Hernan Salas, Joaquin Gage and Ben Thomson here to break it down for you. The top guys look asleep, Bouchard and Nurse with horrible mistakes. Kris Knoblauch switching the lines too often? How about the goalies being one of the only bright spots on this team right now! All of this discussion and so mu…

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Oil Stream: Evan Bouchard's Worst Game Ever..? 52:10

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The Oil Stream is back after a tough one for the Edmonton Oilers. The guys break down last night's 4-2 loss to the New York Islanders — an embarrassing effort that has fans asking what's going on with this team. From Evan Bouchard's struggles, to Connor McDavid's surprising slump, and Kris Knoblauch constantly juggling the lineup, there's a lot to …

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Oilers Fall Short Against The Islanders | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-16-25 1:10:43

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The Oilers lose to the Islanders at UBS Arena and it's Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson and Matt Kassian here to breakdown this loss. The Oilers, after looking sloppy on Tuesday night against the Rangers, come out just as bad but this time don't get as lucky. Evan Bouchard was nothing short of discussion tonight with some costly mistakes. The guys got this…

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OIL STREAM: Is Stuart Skinner A Legit Number One? 53:56

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The boys are back with a brand new episode of The Oil Stream! We're recapping last night's huge 2–0 win by the Edmonton Oilers over the New York Rangers — a big performance to keep the momentum rolling early in the season. The fellas break down all the key moments from the game, sharing their thoughts on what worked, what didn't, and how the lineup…

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Stuart Skinner Gets The Shutout In A 2-0 Win! | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-14-25 1:03:10

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Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson and Shawn Belle breakdown the Oilers win over the Rangers! Stuart Skinner was spectacular tonight with his first shutout of the season! Roslovic made his debut, how did he look? Frederic taking off the top line.... then scores his first of the year! Lot's of great topics we talk and breakdown in this edition of The GCL Dies…

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Oilers Bounce Back Vs Canucks | The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show | 10-11-25 1:01:13

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It's Tom Gazzola, Ben Thomson, Matt Kassian and Reid Wilkins breaking down the Oilers huge win over the Canucks by the score of 3-1. The guys dive into the Oilers top line buzzing around all night, Demko holding Vancouver in the game, Kane making his presence known and so much more. Does Pickard get the start in New York? All of that to be discusse…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers VS Canucks Preview! 55:44

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It's the final edition of The Oil Stream this week, and there's plenty to unpack after the Oilers' 4–3 shootout loss to the Calgary Flames. Tommy and Reid break down: Their thoughts on Saturday's Battle of Alberta and what needs to change moving forward. Is Fredric the right fit on the top line alongside McDavid and Draisaitl? What does Stuart Skin…

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Oilers Fall In A Shootout - The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show - 10-08-25 1:13:57

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The Edmonton Oilers collapse to the hands of the Calgary Flames in the Home Opener of the 2025-26 season. Tom Gazzola, Matt Kassian, Reid Wilkins and Ben Thomson breakdown the game for you. What was Skinner doing on the 3rd goal? Tomasek getting a bigger role? Lot's of questions that get answered for you. The Oilers come out hot with a 3-0 lead bef…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers VS Flames Preview! 53:25

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On today's episode of The Oil Stream, Dusty and Tommy get you set for the Edmonton Oilers' season opener as they welcome in the Calgary Flames for the first Battle of Alberta of the year! The guys break down the projected lineups for both teams, who's getting the start in net tonight, their predictions and keys to the game as the Oilers look to sta…

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OIL STREAM: Connor McDavid Signs Extension! 1:55:07

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On today's episode of The Oil Stream, Dusty and Tommy break down everything about the blockbuster deal: How long McDavid has re-signed for and the price tag on the new contract. What does this mean for the future of the franchise and the team's championship window? Who could be the next Oilers star to sign now that the captain is locked in? It's wa…

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OIL STREAM: Kris Knoblauch Extension, McDavid Next?! 51:28

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Big news in Oil Country! On today's show, the guys break down Kris Knoblauch's new contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers — what it means for the team moving forward, and the big question on everyone's mind: is Connor McDavid next to sign? They'll also preview tonight's final preseason matchup between the Oilers and Vancouver Canucks, with a l…

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The Oil Stream: Oilers VS Kraken, McDavid Unsigned! 54:24

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The Oil Stream is back as the Oilers' preseason continues tonight against the Seattle Kraken! Dusty and Tommy break down: Tonight's projected lineup and who to watch closely. Which players have looked sharp so far and who might need a little more time before cracking the roster. Kirill Kaprizov's record-setting contract signed yesterday – and what …

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The Oil Stream: Oilers Preseason Recap! 52:55

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The Oil Stream is back with a full breakdown of the Oilers' preseason action over the weekend! Dusty and Tommy dive into: Who impressed and is making a strong case for a roster spot. Who might need more seasoning in the minors before they're NHL ready. A look ahead to the Oilers' next preseason matchup against the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday. All t…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers VS Jets Preview! 56:35

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On tonight's episode of The Oil Stream, we're previewing the Oilers' matchup against the Winnipeg Jets. We'll break down what to expect from Edmonton's lineup — who's in, who's out, and which players have the most to prove as the preseason rolls on. Tune in for analysis, storylines to watch, and everything you need to get set for puck drop! Tom Gaz…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers Defeat Jets, Next Up Kraken! 53:00

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On today's episode of The Oil Stream, we're recapping the Oilers' 3-2 win over the Winnipeg Jets — breaking down who stood out, who impressed, and which young players may need some more time in the minors. We'll also tee up Edmonton's next preseason matchup on home ice against the Seattle Kraken with a look at who to watch and what to expect. Stay …

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OIL STREAM: Oilers vs Flames Preseason Recap! 53:17

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It was a busy weekend of hockey as the Oilers and Flames clashed in a pair of split-squad Battle of Alberta games — and The Oil Stream is here to break it all down! We'll recap both matchups: Who looked great and stood out in their preseason debuts? Who struggled and might be in tough heading into camp? Plus, we'll tee up the rest of the Oilers' pr…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers Main Camp Headlines... Battle of Alberta Preview! 51:32

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On today's episode of The Oil Stream, we break down all the biggest storylines coming out of camp so far: Stuart Skinner shedding weight this offseason — how will it impact his game? David Tomášek getting an early look on the first line — what does it mean for the lineup moving forward? Other key camp notes as Edmonton hits the ice to prepare for t…

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OIL STREAM: McDavid's Future in Edmonton... 54:45

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Big questions are swirling in Oil Country. On today's episode of The Oil Stream, we dive into the hot topic — will Connor McDavid re-sign in Edmonton? We break down what he said on 32 Thoughts, why some of those comments might be alarming, and what it could mean for the Oilers moving forward. We'll also turn our attention to the ice, as the Oilers'…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers & Flames Rookie Recap! 54:40

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It was a busy weekend in Oil Country! We start with a full recap of the Oilers vs Flames rookie game, breaking down the standout performances, key moments, and which prospects made the biggest impression in the Battle of Alberta's next generation. Then, we shift gears off the ice — as Connor McDavid was spotted walking out with country star Morgan …

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OIL STREAM: Oilers vs Flames Rookies! 52:17

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It's Battle of Alberta time at Rogers Place! Tonight, the Edmonton Oilers rookies go head-to-head with the Calgary Flames rookies, and we're breaking down all the storylines heading into the game: Who are the key players to watch? Which prospects have the best chance to stand out? What this matchup means as main camp gets closer. Plus, we wrap up T…

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OIL STREAM: Oilers Rookie Game Preview, McDavid Contract Talk! 54:19

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It's Battle of Alberta time — rookie edition! This week, the Edmonton Oilers rookies face off against the Calgary Flames rookies, and we're breaking down everything you need to know: Who are the top young players to watch? Which prospects could stand out and make a push for camp? What should fans expect from this year's rookie group? Plus, we keep …

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OIL STREAM: Ranking Of Importance Continues! 54:33

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Dustin Nielson and Tom Gazzola are back on this Monday edition of The Oil Stream! The guys dive into the depths of McDavid's contract. Why has he not signed yet? Could we expect him to sign this week? Lots more to come with that! After that, Tom will share 15 through 11 on his Ranking of Importance List. Who does Tom think will step up this year? T…

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OIL STREAM: Connor McDavid Addresses The Media! 55:45

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Dustin Nielson and Tom Gazzola are here to give you this edition of The Oil Stream! The boys will be breaking down Captain Skates and looking into possible line combinations. Obviously, the big story is McDavid's contract; he spoke yesterday to some reporters and will face the rest of the media today. Our own Reid Wilkins will be down there, then w…

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OIL STREAM: Rankings Of Importance! 55:06

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Dustin Nielson and Tom Gazzola are here to give you this edition of The Oil Stream! Today on the show, the boys will recap the Whipping Boy Bracket, where it's a tight race between Skinner and Nurse in the Semi-Final. After that, the boys will start their Rankings of Importance list, where they rank each Oilers player based on their level of import…

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OIL STREAM: Will Ekholm Be Okay..? 52:41

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Two big questions surround the Edmonton Oilers heading into the new season: Will Mattias Ekholm be fully healthy after battling injury last year? And when will Zach Hyman return from injury to start the season? We dive into both storylines, what they mean for the Oilers' lineup, and how Edmonton's early-season success could hinge on the status of t…

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OIL STREAM: Who Took More Heat: Kevin Lowe or Peter Chiarelli? 54:16

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When it comes to criticism in Oil Country, two names always rise to the top: Kevin Lowe and Peter Chiarelli. From questionable trades to front office decisions that still spark debate today, both left lasting marks on the Edmonton Oilers — but who took the most heat from fans and media? We dig into the eras, the moves, and the backlash to figure ou…

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OIL STREAM: McDavid Extension, Barrie Retires! 46:26

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Who faced more heat between the pipes in Edmonton — Stuart Skinner or Mikko Koskinen? Oilers fans know both goalies have had their share of critics, but who really took the brunt of it? We break it all down, from shaky starts to clutch saves, and how the fanbase reacted to each. Plus, the big question on every Oilers fan's mind: When will Connor Mc…

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OIL STREAM: Whipping Boy Bracket Continues! 55:06

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It's Hernan Salas and Lt.Eric providing you this edition of The Oil Stream right here on Edmonton Sports Talk! Today on the show, the boys will go through the Whipping Boy Bracket, where Peter Chiarelli took down Steve Tambellini yesterday. After that, they dive into today's matchup of Darnell Nurse vs Evan Bouchard. They also go around the NHL wit…

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OIL STREAM: Eakins vs Lowe 55:07

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Hernan Salas and Jay Milne are here to give you this edition of The Oil Stream! The boys will give their opinion on the Whipping Boy Bracket as Kevin Lowe and Dallas Eakins go at it today! They also go around the NHL with the latest news and storylines to talk about! The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!…

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OIL STREAM: Grading The Off-Season! 53:05

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Dustin Nielson and Joaquin Gage have a great edition of the Oil Stream coming for you. The boys will go through the Oilers off-season with giving grades to each move that Stan Bowman has made. How will the Ike Howard trade grade? Mangiapane signing? Tune in to find out! The boys also continue the Whipping Boy Bracket where we move onto the Shawn Ho…