The Oil Stream

Dustin Nielson and YouTube Trev are joined by Benny Thomson—and the energy is through the roof! Benny brings his top three biggest storylines heading into the upcoming Edmonton Oilers season, and Dusty and Trev jump in to break down every single one... The Trent Frederic Bounce Back: Can the forward deliver a massive rebound campaign and bring that bite, depth scoring, and physical edge the Oilers need in the bottom six? Trade Deadline Cap Space: How will management manage the cap sheet heading into Spring, and what major moves could the Oilers pull off at the deadline to bolster a Cup run? Under-26 Expectations: What are realistic expectations for the young core? What kind of steps do the under-26 guys need to take to drive this team forward? All that, hot takes from fans, and so much more on another edition of The Oil Stream! The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

History is being made on The Oil Stream! For the first time EVER, YouTube Trev and Hernan Salas are sharing the desk together live on Edmonton Sports Talk! And to celebrate this iconic duo, Trev has actually written and recorded a custom show song! But there's a catch... the song will ONLY be played on the air if the stream hits 100 LIKES! Can Oil Country smash the like button and unleash Trev's secret track? Smash that thumb up right now! Once the desk setup settles, the fellas dive right into the massive news sending shockwaves through Western Canada: Connor Hellebuyck making his trade request out of Winnipeg public! What happens next in Winnipeg? What kind of return can the Jets expect for a multi-time Vezina winner, where does he land, and is this trade demand part of a broader trend of American-born stars wanting out of Canadian markets? Then, the boys turn their attention home to discuss last night's front-office move out of Oil Country. The Edmonton Oilers have officially hired Stanley Cup champion Misha Donskov as a coaching consultant! 🏒 The boys share their thoughts on adding the former Golden Knights and Hockey Canada executive to the staff, and wrap up by updating the timeline for Matt Savoie's return to the lineup for the upcoming season! All that, your live chat hot takes, and so much more on another edition of The Oil Stream!

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

After an underwhelming lone season in Edmonton, Trev and Reid tackle the ultimate question: Is Jeff Skinner the single worst free-agent signing in Edmonton Oilers franchise history, or is that harsh? Then, the boys run through a full Pacific Division Preview! Which team is poised to take the division crown, who is destined for the basement, and which team will be the biggest surprise when the dust settles next spring? Plus, Trev puts Reid on the hot seat for a rapid-fire round of Oilers "This or That" player predictions heading into the upcoming season, along with a quick check-in on the Edmonton Elks as they prepare for a Saturday afternoon showdown against the Toronto Argonauts at Commonwealth Stadium! And as always, we cap off the show with The Numbers Game presented by Play Alberta! The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

YouTube Trev and Benny Thompson are back together in the studio to catch up, dive into local sports nostalgia, and tackle the latest debates surrounding the Edmonton Oilers! Trev breaks down his summer holidays before the fellas turn back the clock to one of the most infamous days in Canadian sports history, followed by some serious heat on the current blueline! On Today's Show: The Great One Traded: 38 years ago yesterday—August 9, 1988—the Edmonton Oilers shocked the sports world by trading Wayne Gretzky to the Los Angeles Kings. It's a moment frozen in time for every hockey fan in Alberta. Benny and Trev ask the big question: Where were you when you heard "The Great One" was traded? Evan Bouchard Ranked #10: NHL Network dropped their list of the Top 20 Defensemen in the NHL, placing Evan Bouchard at the #10 spot. Is #10 a fair valuation for the offensive powerhouse, or is it complete disrespect after his dominant postseason performance? Trev and Benny go through their list, offering their take on each placement. What would they change? The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

Dustin Nielson and Hernan Salas are behind the desk to dive into the biggest decisions facing Mike Babcock and what the Edmonton Oilers could look like when the season gets underway. On Today's Show: Oilers Headlines: OEGSE has named Hugh Weber as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company. What does that entail? What will he look after? Exciting Season On The Horizon: Where are the question marks on this team currently? What is the most exciting part of the upcoming season? Which players need to step up and improve their game, and who falls off? Oilers Whipping Boys: Every year in Oil Country, players are put under the spotlight for their mistakes... Which players are the "whipping boys" for the Orange and Blue at this point? Could they shake it off and get into the good books of the fans? What Does a Blown-Up Oilers Lineup Look Like? If Babcock decides to shake things up, what could a completely revamped Oilers lineup look like? The guys build out different combinations and debate which players could see bigger roles, new linemates, or changes in the lineup. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

Dustin Nielson and YouTube Trev are live on location at Boston Pizza for a Wing Wednesday edition of The Oil Stream! Tune in as we digest a massive contract drop that sent shockwaves across the entire NHL before diving into some rapid-fire Oilers talk! On Today's Show: BREAKING NEWS — Macklin Celebrini Gets THE BAG! Holy crap! News broke earlier this morning that San Jose Sharks superstar Macklin Celebrini has re-signed on a staggering five-year, $94 million extension boasting a record-shattering $18.8 million AAV! Is he worth the biggest cap hit in NHL history? Did he leave any money on the table for future stars? What is his absolute point ceiling in San Jose? The fellas debate the massive deal from all angles. 10 Oilers Questions for YouTube Trev: Once the Celebrini chaos settles, Dusty puts Trev in the hot seat with 10 prepped questions about the Edmonton Oilers heading into the upcoming season. Roster depth, line combinations, and hot takes—Trev gives his unfiltered answers! The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

YouTube Trev and Ice Koob are back inside the studio for another wild edition of The Oil Stream! It's deep in the summer lull for hockey news, but the fellas are digging deep to cook up some top-tier Oilers creative drafts before diving into massive CFL drama, local YEG concert vibes, and much more! On Today's Show: Building the Ultimate Frankenstein Oiler (The Ultimate Challenge): Trev and Zach attempt to build the single greatest Edmonton Oiler of all time by piecing together attributes from franchise history—Skating, Shot, Hands, Hockey IQ, Physicality, Leadership, and Defensive Play. The twist? Wayne Gretzky AND Connor McDavid are BANNED! Which legends and fan favourites make the cut? HOW 'BOUT THEM ELKS?! The boys recap a wild Thursday night at Mosaic Stadium as the Edmonton Elks pulled off a dramatic 36–34 victory over the Saskatchewan Roughriders to move to 6–1 and claim sole possession of 1st place in the West Division! Post Malone Hits YEG + First Concert Nostalgia: With Post Malone taking the stage in Edmonton tonight, the boys ask the nasties: What was the very FIRST concert you ever attended? The text line explodes with incredible (and hilarious) first-concert stories. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

Today on The Oil Stream, Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage are back to dive into the biggest storylines surrounding the Edmonton Oilers as the offseason continues to heat up. Check Marks or Question Marks: Hernan found something that caught his eye about the Oilers' 2026-27 defensive core... One Oilers partisan stated that the Oilers had a top-tier defensive core. Is that true? Nanso gets Gager to dissect their D-core! The Babcock Effect: Mike Babcock is back behind an NHL bench—but what kind of impact will he have? The fellas discuss how his coaching style could influence his new team, whether the game has changed since his last stop, and what expectations should be heading into the season. Jack Campbell Retires: Former Oilers netminder Jack Campbell has announced his retirement from professional hockey after last suiting up in the AHL with the Grand Rapids Griffins in the 2024-25 season. What is he up to now? What do we remember about his time in Oil Country? Bedard Signs In Chi-Town: The Blackhawks locked up Connor Bedard to a massive five-year $75M contract. How does this deal impact Macklin Celebrini's future deal? Does this change things moving forward in the NHL? Who might be the highest-paid player moving forward? All that and plenty more on another edition of The Oil Stream, right here on Edmonton Sports Talk. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

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!

History has officially been made inside the laboratory, Nasties! For the first time ever on Edmonton Sports Talk, a brand-new hosting duo is locking down the studio. Step inside a historic edition of The Oil Stream anchored entirely by YouTube Trev and Matt Iwanyk! The boys kick off a loaded Friday show by tipping their caps to the local gridiron squad after a massive night at Commonwealth Stadium. But once the pigskin talk is put to bed, the fellas grab the dry-erase markers and shift entirely into full-blown hockey mode, drawing up early tactical blueprints and debating the future of the NHL's elite young crown jewels. On Today's Show: Elks Victory Lap & The Justin Rankin Phenomenon: The Green and Gold have officially charged to a 4-1 record after absolutely punishing the Ottawa Redblacks 40-17 last night. The boys spend a few minutes breaking down the film, marveling at the unstoppable force that is Justin Rankin, and evaluating what this blazing start means for Edmonton's season outlook. The Roster Anticipation Game: Roster construction is hitting maximum velocity, and everyone has a different focal point. Matty and Trev look ahead to the upcoming campaign and open up the lines: Which Oiler are you looking forward to seeing on the ice the most? Are you locked onto one of the young guns stepping into bigger minutes, one of the high-profile new acquisitions, or are you pulling for one of the established, grizzled veterans to hit another gear? Trev's Day One Forward Matrix: YouTube Trev takes complete control of the whiteboard to project exactly how the Oilers will look when they skate out for game one of the regular season. He maps out his definitive forward combinations, drawing up lines one through four from the star-studded top six down to the depth pieces on the checking lines. The Next-Gen Megastars — Bedard vs. Celebrini: The boys stretch the lens out across the rest of the National Hockey League to tackle a fascinating debate between the league's newest franchise pillars. When it's all said and done, who puts together the superior NHL career—Chicago's sophomore phenom Connor Bedard, or San Jose's newly minted number-one overall selection Macklin Celebrini? The 84-0 Ultimate Challenge: If the clock behaves and the internet gods cooperate, the guys hope to wrap up this Friday broadcast by firing up the viral, hyper-addictive hockey simulator 84-0. Can Matty and Trev successfully draft a flawless, unbeatable historical roster, or will the simulation deal them a heartbreaking reality check? Hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and fire your opening night line projections or your Bedard vs. Celebrini takes straight into the live chat or text board! Presented by Boston Pizza. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

We have an absolute, definitive Edmonton Sports Talk FIRST locking down the studio this morning, Nasties! For the very first time in network history, YouTube Trev and Reid Wilkins are sitting side-by-side behind the same desk! There is a lifetime of hockey knowledge, structural analytics, and local pulse packed into this one-hour window—and with the Edmonton Oilers triggering total roster earthquakes over the last 48 hours, the boys have a volcanic whiteboard to tear apart. On Today's Show: Trev & Reid Lay Down the Law: It's the broadcast partnership you've been begging for. The boys recap their initial chemistry, trade a few opening barbs, and immediately get to work slicing through the massive mountain of roster data dominating the city right now. Inside Stan Bowman's Blueprint: Reid updates the desk on his exclusive, heavy-hitting interview with Oilers GM Stan Bowman from yesterday's program. Bowman let loose a few massive nuggets regarding his exact philosophy behind moving Darnell Nurse's entire contract without retaining a single penny. Now that the Oilers have genuine, highly unusual financial flexibility, the guys debate the ultimate offseason crossroads: Does Bowman weaponize his open wallet on the open market immediately, or do the Oilers play a tactical waiting game until the trade deadline? The Hunt for a Top-Six Weapon: It sounds like management is far from finished. Stan Bowman explicitly teased that the Oilers are actively hunting for another elite forward to solidify the top-six group. Trev and Reid break down the remaining market board, analyze the systemic fit, and sketch out exactly what kind of forward the Oilers need to target to complement the core. The 3-Goalie Rotation is Official: It's a crowded crease in Oil Country. Bowman confirmed the Oilers will use three netminders for next season: newly signed veteran Frederik Andersen, newly acquired trade piece Devon Levi, and returning goaltender Tristan Jarry. Reid and Trev look at the waiver logistics, the injury insurance policy, and debate whether a three-headed monster in the blue paint is a stroke of structural genius or a recipe for locker-room chaos. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!