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The Oil Stream

Edmonton Sports Talk

Dustin Nielson and Tom Gazzola from TSN 1260 chat all things Oilers every Wednesday and Friday. From the latest rumours to line combinations and speculation the boys have you covered.

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54:19

OIL STREAM: Oilers Rookie Game Preview, McDavid...

The Oil Stream ·

2025/09/10

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 the conversation rolling on the biggest topic in Oil Country: When will Connor McDavid re-sign with the Oilers? How long could the deal be, and what

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54:33

OIL STREAM: Ranking Of Importance Continues!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/09/08

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? Tune in to find out! All of this and so much more on this edition of The Oil Stream right here on Edmonton Sports Talk! The Oil Stream is presented by

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55:45

OIL STREAM: Connor McDavid Addresses The Media!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/09/05

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 will join us later in the show to give us his thoughts! All of this and so much more on this edition of The Oil Stream, right here on Edmonton Sports Talk

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55:06

OIL STREAM: Rankings Of Importance!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/09/03

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 importance heading into the 2025-26 NHL Season. All of this and so much more on this edition of The Oil Stream right here on Edmonton Sports Talk! The Oil

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52:41

OIL STREAM: Will Ekholm Be Okay..?

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/29

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 two of their most important veterans. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

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54:16

OIL STREAM: Who Took More Heat: Kevin Lowe or Peter...

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/27

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 out who really wore the crown as the most criticized figure in Oilers history.

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46:26

OIL STREAM: McDavid Extension, Barrie Retires!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/25

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 McDavid re-sign his next contract? We dive into the timelines, the speculation, and what it means for Edmonton’s future. The Oil Stream is presented by

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55:06

OIL STREAM: Whipping Boy Bracket Continues!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/22

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 with the latest headlines and stories from the past couple of days. All of this and so much more on this edition of The Oil Stream right here on Edmonton

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55:07

OIL STREAM: Eakins vs Lowe

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/20

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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53:05

OIL STREAM: Grading The Off-Season!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/18

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 Horcoff vs Milan Lucic matchup. Horcoff has the lead as of right now, we will see how it all plays out! Keep it locked on The Oil Stream here on

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54:39

OIL STREAM: Most Criticized Oiler Of All Time, Nurse...

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/11

This week on The Oil Stream 🏒🔥 Dusty and Tommy dive into one of the spiciest debates in Oil Country: Who faced more criticism as an Edmonton Oiler — Darnell Nurse or Justin Schultz? We break down the fan perception, media narratives, and on-ice performance that shaped each player’s time in Edmonton, and discuss how fair (or unfair) the heat really was. 📌 In This Episode: Revisiting the highs and lows of Darnell Nurse’s Oilers career The Justin Schultz era: from big expectations to big backlash

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53:46

OIL STREAM: Most Criticized Oiler Of All Time, Nurse...

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/11

This week on The Oil Stream Dusty and Tommy dive into one of the spiciest debates in Oil Country: Who faced more criticism as an Edmonton Oiler — Darnell Nurse or Justin Schultz? We break down the fan perception, media narratives, and on-ice performance that shaped each player’s time in Edmonton, and discuss how fair (or unfair) the heat really was.

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54:42

Oil Stream: Smoking Darts, Breaking Hearts!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/08

Leon Draisaitl’s wedding was the event of the summer — and yes, we’re recapping all the photos, star-studded guests, and... the infamous smoke break. On this episode of The Oil Stream, Tommy and Reid take a fun look back at Draisaitl’s big day before diving deep into the Oilers’ offseason moves (or lack thereof). What’s the plan heading into camp? Did the Oilers do enough? And how are fans really feeling about it?

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55:33

OIL STREAM: Most Scrutinized Goalie In Oilers History?

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/07

🎙️ On this episode of The Oil Stream, Dusty and Tommy dive into a hot-button debate: Who is the most scrutinized goalie in Oilers history? From Cujo to Koskinen to Skinner — no crease has ever been safe from the fanbase. Plus, a quick look at Leon Draisaitl’s star-studded wedding weekend 💍 and first impressions of the NHL 26 trailer — is it finally time to get excited about EA’s hockey franchise again? ✅ Most scrutinized Oilers goalies ever ✅ Draisaitl’s big weekend ✅ NHL 26 trailer reaction

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53:47

OIL STREAM: What's Going On In Oil Country?

The Oil Stream ·

2025/08/01

On this episode of The Oil Stream, Tommy and Hernan are diving into all the latest headlines, buzz, and behind-the-scenes chatter coming out of Oil Country. From offseason trade rumours and contract talks to potential lineup changes and front office decisions — we’re breaking down what’s real, what’s noise, and what it all means for the Oilers heading into the new season. - Latest Oilers News - Trade Rumour Roundup - Free Agency & Roster Projections The Oil Stream is presented by Boston

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53:09

OIL STREAM: Leon's Draisaitl's Big Day!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/07/30

It’s a different kind of big day for the Oilers’ superstar — and we’re breaking it all down on this special edition of The Oil Stream! Tommy and Glue Guy take a lighthearted look ahead to Leon Draisaitl’s upcoming wedding, with all the buzz, speculation, and Oil Country excitement surrounding the event. From the guest list to potential best man picks, and even some power play potential on the dance floor — the guys have fun previewing what’s sure to be one of the most talked-about off-ice events

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52:14

OIL STREAM: Most Criticized Oilers of All Time

The Oil Stream ·

2025/07/28

In this episode of The Oil Stream, Dusty and Tommy take a walk down memory lane — but not the kind with highlight reels and glory days. We're diving into the most criticized Edmonton Oilers of all time. From high draft picks who never panned out, to scapegoats during playoff collapses, and even some surprise names that sparked debate in Oil Country — who makes the list, and why? Controversial takes Fan-fueled frustration Honest, unfiltered Oilers talk Whether you agreed with the hate or thought

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53:07

OIL STREAM: Villainy!

The Oil Stream ·

2025/07/25

The Oil Stream returns with a heated debate — who are the biggest villains in Oilers history? In this episode, Reid and Hernan dig into the all-time discussions of players, coaches, and teams that Oilers fans have loved to hate. From playoff heartbreakers to regular-season thorns in the side, they explore the names that still get a rise out of Edmonton to this day. Was it a rival goaltender who always stood on his head? A superstar who torched the Oilers year after year? Or maybe a former Oiler

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53:38

OIL STREAM: Who Is The Most Criticized Oiler?

The Oil Stream ·

2025/07/23

The Oil Stream returns with a fiery debate — who’s the most criticized Oiler of all time? In this episode, Dusty and Hernan dive deep into Oilers history to spotlight the player who’s taken the most heat from fans and media alike. Is it a former high draft pick who didn’t pan out? A goalie who couldn’t make the big save? Or a veteran whose contract never lived up to expectations? The guys break down the candidates, the context, and why certain players drew so much ire, fair or not. 💥 Who tops the

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51:35

OIL STREAM: Who Is Expected To Make A Jump?

The Oil Stream ·

2025/07/21

The Oil Stream is back and looking ahead to the upcoming season! In this episode, Dusty and Reid tackle bold predictions for the upcoming Oilers season. How will Connor McDavid respond after last year’s playoff heartbreak? Is this the year Leon Draisaitl finally hits the 60-goal mark? The guys also debate whether Evan Bouchard is ready to become a true Norris contender. Plus, with key depth players stepping up and the goaltending situation still uncertain, what are the realistic expectations for the

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