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Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers

Locked On Podcast Network, Austin Harrison

From reaction inside the locker room to the buzz on the street, join hockey media professional Nick Zararis daily for the Locked On Oilers Podcast. Edmonton bleeds Orange and Blue and Locked On Oilers is the source for the best Oilers content. Nick gives you all the information from every possible angle to get you ready for the next puck drop. Nick brings an open-minded and forward thinking approach to the game rooted in always understanding a little bit more every single day. Locked on Oilers is

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00:28:28

Are the Edmonton Oilers Too Old to Contend? Breaking...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/23

The Edmonton Oilers made a deep run to the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, but age is becoming a real concern for this veteran-heavy roster. In this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down whether the Oilers' older core including Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Zach Hyman, Mattias Ekholm, and Adam Henrique can hold up in another playoff run.We analyze each player's trajectory, the Oilers’ succession plan with Jake Walman, Ike Howard, Matthew Savoie, and Trent Frederic, and ask the big question: how

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00:27:18

Why the Oilers Gave Trent Frederic an 8-Year Contract...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/22

The Edmonton Oilers have made a surprising long-term investment, signing Trent Frederic to an 8-year deal. But does it make sense? On today's episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down Frederic's usage in Boston, his skillset, and what his future might look like in Edmonton. We analyze Frederic’s underlying numbers, the impact of environment on player performance, and why this move says more about projection than past production.0:00 Intro: Oilers commit to Trent Frederick3:41 Ice

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00:28:21

Ranking the Edmonton Oilers’ Top Six Winger Options...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/18

The Edmonton Oilers are entering the 2025–2026 NHL season with a lot of uncertainty and potential on the wings. Who earns a spot in the top six? In this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis ranks Andrew Mangiapane, Ike Howard, Matthew Savoie, Trent Frederic, and David Tomasek based on their chances of sticking alongside Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl.Will Andrew Mangiapane rebound and win Knoblauch’s trust? Can Ike Howard step in immediately and produce? Is Matthew Savoie ready for an

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00:29:28

NHL Schedule Breakdown: How the 2025–26 Season Shapes...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/17

The NHL has officially released the 2025–26 schedule, and the Edmonton Oilers have a lot to navigate from a brutal November road trip to key matchups down the stretch. Host Nick Zararis breaks down the NHL’s scheduling philosophy, why gate revenue drives the structure, and how the Oilers can take advantage of a soft divisional layout. Plus: a big-picture look at why the Stanley Cup grind is so brutal and beautiful.0:00 Intro: NHL schedule release and analysis5:39 Why NHL values home-and-home

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00:29:08

Grading Every Stan Bowman Move as Edmonton Oilers GM...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/16

Stan Bowman has been the Edmonton Oilers general manager for almost a year and he’s been busy. In this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down every significant move Bowman has made, from signing Evan Bouchard and trading for Jake Walman to waivers, PTOs, and the big Leon Draisaitl extension. Did the Oilers get better? Did Bowman actually make smart use of limited cap space? This is the full evaluation of Bowman’s first offseason with Edmonton.0:00 Grading Stan Bowman's job as

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00:28:02

Why Evan Bouchard Is a Top-5 Defenseman in the NHL...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/15

Evan Bouchard just signed a 4-year deal to stay with the Edmonton Oilers, and the numbers prove it’s a bargain. In today’s episode, host Nick Zararis breaks down why Bouchard is one of the best defensemen in the NHL, how his connection with Connor McDavid transforms the Oilers’ offense, and why his postseason numbers are being overlooked. Bouchard is one of the game's best and is integral to the Oilers contender status 0:00 Evan Bouchard signs with Oilers3:11 Offensive defensemen are valuable

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00:29:12

Why the Oilers Are Still Cup Contenders, Even After...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/14

The Edmonton Oilers didn’t have a splashy offseason, but they might still be one of the best teams in the NHL. Host Nick Zararis lays out the three key reasons why Edmonton remains a true Stanley Cup threat: a more stable defensive group led by Jake Walman and Evan Bouchard, the offensive upside of Ike Howard and Matthew Savoie, and the experience gained from two deep playoff runs. Plus: Can Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl elevate this new-look group?0:00 Intro: Oilers still Stanley Cup

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00:28:25

10 Big Questions for the Edmonton Oilers Ahead of the...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/11

With free agency slowing down, the Edmonton Oilers enter the summer with major questions. On today’s episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis dives deep into 10 pressing questions about the franchise: What kind of deal will Connor McDavid sign? Can Matthew Savoie or Ike Howard crack the lineup? Is this team wasting another Cup window by running it back with Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard? Plus: Bouchard’s extension, Andrew Mangiapane’s role, and where the Oilers still need help if they want

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00:28:46

Edmonton Oilers add Isaac (Ike) Howard in prospect...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/10

The Edmonton Oilers have acquired NCAA standout and Hobey Baker winner Isaac “Ike” Howard. On today’s episode of Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis explains why this low-risk, high-upside bet makes sense for a contending team, what Howard brings as a scorer, and how Edmonton can create the right development runway to help him thrive next to Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl. With limited cap space, the Oilers are betting on youth now it’s up to them to build the right environment.0:00 Intro: Ike Howard

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00:27:47

Should the Edmonton Oilers Have Tried to Trade Ryan...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/09

The Edmonton Oilers didn’t ask Ryan Nugent-Hopkins or Adam Henrique to waive their no-trade clauses this offseason, but should they have? In today’s episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis explores what aging curves, usage rates, and cap space realities mean for both veteran forwards. Is there still value left in Nugent-Hopkins and Henrique? Or is Edmonton holding on too long during a tight Stanley Cup window with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl?0:00 Intro: Oilers offseason player

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00:28:39

Could Jeff Skinner Return to the Edmonton Oilers? Why...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/07

Jeff Skinner remains unsigned as NHL free agency hits week two. Could the Edmonton Oilers bring him back for another shot at a depth scoring role? On today’s episode of Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis explains why Skinner’s first stint didn’t work, why the underlying numbers with Connor McDavid were better than you remember, and why Edmonton still needs one more top-nine forward.0:00 Jeff Skinner's potential return to Oilers5:52 Skinner's initial struggles in Edmonton11:29 Advantages of signing later

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00:28:01

Andrew Mangiapane Joins the Edmonton Oilers | Why...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/04

The Edmonton Oilers added Andrew Mangiapane to their forward group but can the former 30-goal scorer recapture that form in a top-six role? On today’s episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down Mangiapane’s usage history, scoring profile, and why his forechecking and puck retrieval could be a great fit alongside Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl. Plus: the risk-reward of a reclamation project, and how this move compares to last year’s disappointing Jeff Skinner and Victor Arvidsson

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00:31:40

NHL SQUAD SHOW: The Winners and Losers of NHL Free...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/03

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings, David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) and Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild are here to talk about the big moves of free agency so far, including the Mitch Marner saga finally coming to an end, what the heck the LA Kings are doing, and where Nikolaj Ehlers is going to end up!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app,

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00:28:48

Predicting the Edmonton Oilers’ 2025–26 Lineup:...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/03

With NHL Free Agency cooling off, host Nick Zararis takes a full look at what the Edmonton Oilers' lineup might look like on opening night. From a top six built around Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Evan Bouchard, to depth concerns at forward and a likely unchanged goalie tandem of Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard, Nick breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and what still needs to happen before October. Plus: the case for Matthew Savoie, why the defense looks strong on paper, and why a

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00:28:44

Evan Bouchard’s $10.5M Extension, Arvidsson Traded, &...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/02

On today’s episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis reacts to the Edmonton Oilers signing Evan Bouchard to a massive $10.5M AAV extension and trading Victor Arvidsson to the Boston Bruins for cap relief. With Jeff Skinner also gone, Corey Perry and Connor Brown out, and no goaltending solution in sight, how will the Oilers fill key forward and net minder roles? Nick breaks down the future of the forward group, remaining free agent options, internal promotion risks, and why Stan Bowman is

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00:28:44

Edmonton Oilers Enter NHL Free Agency With limited...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/07/01

On the morning of NHL Free Agency, the Edmonton Oilers find themselves trapped by the salary cap again. With Evan Bouchard due for a massive extension and holes remaining in the top six, bottom six, and goaltending, Nick Zararis breaks down why the Oilers are stuck, what they can do with limited money, and why running it back might be the plan.We also examine the $1.3M Kasperi Kapanen deal, Stan Bowman’s early offseason moves, and why a deadline goalie rental seems inevitable.0:00 Intro: NHL free

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00:27:57

Evander Kane Traded, Trent Frederic Extended, and the...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/06/30

On today’s Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down a huge start to the offseason for Edmonton including the surprise trade of Evander Kane to the Vancouver Canucks, the long-term extension for bottom-six winger Trent Frederic, and why the Oilers still don’t seem willing to solve their goaltending problem.Can the Oilers still win without a real upgrade in net? Is Frederic really a Kane replacement? And what does Stan Bowman’s first week running the show say about the plan going forward?0:00

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00:27:59

The Oilers’ Goalie Problem Isn’t Going Away, Why...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/06/27

The Edmonton Oilers just lost a winnable Stanley Cup Final with the worst goaltending tandem of the cap era. So… what happens next?In this episode of Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis explains why goaltending is the league’s most volatile position, why the Oilers aren’t likely to upgrade, and what it means if Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard remain the plan for next season. From Alex Lyon and Jake Allen to Soderblom and Georgiev, we explore what’s actually realistic on the goalie market and what’s

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00:32:16

NHL SQUAD SHOW: The NHL Draft Is Almost Here And...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/06/26

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings, David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) and Armando Velez (Locked On Panthers) are here to talk about the upcoming NHL draft, any potential free agency surprises, and about Alexander Mogilny finally making it into the Hall of Fame!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rugiet Head to Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHL and use code LOCKEDONNHL to get 15% off today.Gametime Today's episode is brought to you

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00:27:50

How the Edmonton Oilers can afford Connor McDavid,...

Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers ·

2025/06/26

The Edmonton Oilers are heading into the “Big 3” era with Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Evan Bouchard likely commanding over $40 million in cap space combined. On today’s Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis breaks down what it will take to keep this core intact, build around them, and still remain a Stanley Cup contender over the next three seasons.From long-term cap projections to depth archetypes, defensive needs, and goaltending dilemmas, this is the full roadmap to Edmonton’s competitive

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