EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage

43:51

NFL Upsets, Storylines & Preview + Buzzin' Big Time!...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/21

Hour two has guest host Zach Kubusch and co-host Joaquin Gage connect with Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton to talk all things NFL. He glosses over the biggest upsets and storylines from the weekend before previewing MNF between the Giants and Rams! After that, Joaq shares a few stories from his time playing in the Spengler Cup and how he was wired at ice level. Plus, the guys revisit the Oilers and Elks... Can a coach be TOO transparent? What adjustment/improvement would you like to see from this Elks team

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43:59

Oilers First Impressions + Elks Disappoint In Toronto...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/21

We're back with another edition of EST Afternoons! Zach "Koob" Kubusch and Joaquin Gage break down everything happening across the Edmonton sports scene! The Edmonton Oilers picked up a preseason win over the Winnipeg Jets, and the guys recap the game and discuss the biggest takeaways from Edmonton's performance. Plus, we get the latest from Oilers practice with HC Mike Babcock taking questions. On the field, the Edmonton Elks fell to the Toronto Argonauts and now sit at 10-4. Koob and Gager break

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41:26

NFL Week 2 + Aaron Portzline (CBJ) + The Matrix -...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/18

Salas and Gage break down a loaded NFL Sunday schedule. Which games have the boys circling, and what matchups are catching their attention? Then, we head to Columbus to talk all things Blue Jackets with Aaron Portzline of The Athletic. Adam Fantilli needs a new deal, what's going on with Kirill Marchenko, and head coach Scott Bowness isn't happy with a duo of players after they showed up to camp out of shape. Plus, what are the expectations for the Blue Jackets heading into the season?

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49:04

Babcock Crafting His Plan + Rankin GTD: Elks @ Argos...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/18

TODAY'S SHOW IS FIRE! We get you set for Friday's Elks vs. Argos matchup, then break down a wild Thursday Night Football game as the Bills take down the Lions 41–31. Plus, it's all about the Oilers with the latest from practice and hear from head coach Mike Babcock. He touches on Jason Dickinson and Mattias Ekholm, finding the right roles for the bottom six, and what young players need to bring to the table to find success. And it's a Chilean edition of Zach to the Future! Celebrating Chilean

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38:16

Babs Speaks + Dan Holmi Locked on Capitals -...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/17

In Hour 2, the boys go around the NHL with Noticias, talking Reaves' retirement, Drew Doughty getting the "C" in L.A., Curtis Lazar heading to Switzerland, and Chevy's latest comments on Connor Hellebuyck. Plus, a look at the BC Lions and Josh Hagerty's controversial play from this past weekend. Then, we preview the revamped Washington Capitals with Dan Holmi from Locked On Capitals before hearing from Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock.

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53:34

Oilers Hit The Ice + Ryan Shea Speaks + Red Light...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/17

The Oilers hit the ice for the first time this fall! Salas and Gage break down the Day 1 lines and defensive pairings, including what caught their attention and what they liked — and didn't like. Plus, hear from Ryan Shea as he speaks with the media following practice at Rogers Place. Then, a real man's Red Light District with Joaquin Gage!

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42:24

Around the NHL, WHL Rule Changes + Eric Stephens...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/16

In Hour 2, the previews continue as Gager and Hernan head to Anaheim to chat all things Ducks with Eric Stephens from The Athletic. They discuss Cutter Gauthier's new deal, whether Anaheim's defence is good enough, and if Leo Carlsson can handle the pressure and expectations heading into the upcoming season. Then, the boys Mix It Up with the WHL's three new rule changes and debate whether the NHL should consider the "No Return" Three-on-Three Overtime format. Plus hear from Oilers top defenceman

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47:05

Bowman Speaks, Oilers Training Camp Begins -...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/16

NHL training camps are officially underway, and Salas and Gage are all over the Oilers as the team gets set for the new season. The boys break down Stan Bowman's opening-day presser, including the GM's comments on Alex Formenton, Tristan Jarry's hopes for a bounce-back season, Savoie's contract situation and making sure Mike Babcock stays in his lane. Plus, does Jarry have the most pressure on him heading into the season? What are the chances Connor Clattenburg makes the team? And much, much

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41:13

Majeau Knows + Kevin Radomski (Oil Kings) - September...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/15

A fun segment kicks off Hour 2 as the boys go through an ESPN poll of NHL players asking which rule they would change or get rid of. Salas and Gage break down the players' answers and put each one through Keep It or Clip It. Then, in Majeau Knows, Marc Majeau joins the boys to talk NFL, CFL, the Emmys, and what's going on with the Detroit Red Wings after once being considered one of the NHL's model franchises. To wrap up the hour, Edmonton Oil Kings Director of Business Operations Kevin Radomski

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52:22

NHL Young Guns Get Paid + Drew Mindell (Jets Preview)...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/15

In Hour 1, Salas and Gage kick off the show with the young crop of NHLers getting paid early in their careers. With big-money, long-term deals being handed out after relatively few games, is the NHL shifting toward paying for potential rather than proven production? Plus, the Oilers may be getting a bargain with Connor McDavid's contract — and with that comes plenty of pressure. Then, Drew Mindell from Illegal Curve Hockey joins the program to preview the Winnipeg Jets. Where will the offence come

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41:36

NFL Recap w/ Brenden Deeg + Sign Savoie NOW! -...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/14

To start Hour 2, the boys welcome in Brenden Deeg from The Score to go around the NFL. Are the Chargers the biggest disappointment of the weekend? Josh Allen and the Bills pick up a huge win in Houston, the Bears look like they could be for real, and is there any hope left for Browns fans? Plus, much more from around the league. Then, Salas and Gage discuss Chris Kreider's contract with Montreal, Noah Östlund landing a big deal after just 68 NHL games, and whether the Oilers should sign Matt Savoie

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48:55

Elks Clinch Playoff Spot + Remembering Cal Nichols -...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/14

Salas and Gage get right into it on the Monday edition as they recap Edmonton's thrashing of the Stampeders on Saturday, a win that clinched the Elks a playoff spot for the first time since 2019. The boys also discuss Connor Ingram calling it a career and the sad news of former Oilers chairman Cal Nichols passing away over the weekend. Salas and Gage remember an Edmonton icon who played a major role in keeping the Oilers in the city and saving hockey in Edmonton. Then it's a CFL recap with JC Abbott

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39:44

Flames Preview w/ Ryan Pike + NFL Sunday, Larkin...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/11

In the second hour, the boys discuss Dylan Larkin reporting to Red Wings camp but having the captaincy taken away from him. Plus, former Oiler John Klingberg announces his retirement, and the boys look ahead to the best games on the slate for the first NFL Sunday. Then, we head down Highway 2 for our Calgary Flames preview as Ryan Pike from Daily Faceoff joins the show. Where will the offence come from in Calgary? Can young defencemen Zayne Parekh and Simon Nemec lead the way from the backend? And

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49:32

Elks/Stamps Labour Day Rematch + Ike Howard Ready To...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/11

The boys kick off the show by teeing up Saturday's Labour Day rematch between the Edmonton Elks and Calgary Stampeders. Can the Elks make it two straight over Calgary? Then, they recap Thursday Night Football, where the San Francisco 49ers picked up a surprising win over the Los Angeles Rams. Did the Rams' travel plans play a role in the loss? We hear from Edmonton Oilers forward Ike Howard as he meets with the media ahead of rookie camp. Salas and Gage break down what Howard had to say and discuss

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42:41

Habs Preview + Goalie Talk w/ Eli Wilson - September...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/10

The NHL previews continue as Sean Farrell from NHL.com joins the show to talk Montreal Canadiens. Do the Habs have the best young core in the league? Are they set up contractually to win for years to come? And what should Montreal do to get better this season? Then, we turn our attention to the Oilers' goaltending situation, including Connor Hellebuyck and the challenges of developing young goalies, with goaltending coach Eli Wilson. Plus, it's time for the Screw It, Let's Do It Parlay and This Day

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48:42

He's A Real Man + Oilers Rookie Camp - September...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/10

The Oilers content keeps coming as one of the team's star forwards speaks to the media and has plenty of praise for new head coach Mike Babcock. Salas and Gage break down his comments and wonder if Leon Draisaitl was taking a few shots at former head coach Kris Knoblauch. Plus, more reaction to the Oilers signing Alex Formenton and the fallout from fans. The boys also recap a dud of an NFL opener as the Seahawks knocked off the Patriots, and look ahead to tonight's matchup between the San Francisco

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40:26

Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton (NFL) + Josh Wegman...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/09

We kick off our NFL season preview with a legend, as Lee Hacksaw Hamilton joins the show to go division-by-division around the league. Which teams are ready to take the next step, who could take a step back, and is this finally the year for Buffalo? Plus, can Caleb Williams continue to take another leap? We cover all that and much, much more. Then we continue our NHL previews with Josh Wegman from The Score, breaking down the Toronto Maple Leafs. Can Auston Matthews return to his best form? Have the

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39:25

Why Did The Oilers Sign Alex Formenton? + 97 Speaks -...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/09

The Edmonton Oilers make another controversial move, signing forward Alex Formenton to a one-year contract with an AAV of $850,000. Why did the Oilers go down this path again? Where does Formenton fit into the lineup, and does the signing reek of desperation? Formenton brings speed and youth, but his addition comes with plenty of questions. The Captain's Skate is underway in downtown Edmonton, and Connor McDavid speaks with the media about the Formenton signing, new head coach Mike Babcock and

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50:27

Elks Rolling + ShunDerrick Powell + Marc Majeau -...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/08

Lots to get to on the show today as Gage and Salas recap the Edmonton Elks' impressive 38-28 comeback win over the Calgary Stampeders on Labour Day Monday. A wild fourth quarter, a 18-point comeback, and the introduction of a new Elks running back — who exactly is ShunDerrick Powell? Then, Elks running back ShunDerrick Powell joins the show to talk about his CFL debut, scoring his first professional touchdown, and the ups and downs of his first pro game. In Majeau Knows, Marc Majeau from the MCTV

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40:03

Sens Preview w/ Brandon Piller + F1, Oilers, NFL Talk...

EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage ·

2026/09/08

In Hour 2, the boys go around the world of sports in Noticias, covering some of the biggest stories of the day — Fraser Minten cashes in with a massive new contract from the Bruins, Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez gets paid, the Blue Jays continue their push against the Athletics, and Kimi Antonelli gets the win at Monza in F1. Then we kick off our NHL season previews in the nation's capital, as Brandon Piller from the Locked On Senators Podcast joins the show. The guys discuss life without

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