The Oil Stream

The Oilers with a mature win over the Kraken as they win 3-1! Hernan Salas, Ben Thomson, Joaquin Gage & Reid Wilkins break this game down with Devon Levi having a massive bounce back game! Can Levi continue this play? How important were the role players for the Oilers? Is Babcock already having affect on this team? All of this discussed and so much more on this edition of The GCL Diesel OIl Stream Postgame Show here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

The next generation has taken over with YouTube Trev, Ben Thomson and Zach Kubusch on the airwaves for The Oil Stream! The boys dive headfirst into analyzing last night's absolute debacle of a game.

What in the world is going on with the Edmonton Oilers right now? Is the goaltending genuinely this alarming, or is there light at the end of the tunnel? The fellas hold nothing back as they break down the good, the bad, and the downright ugly from last night's tilt:

The Oilers Win? Reid Wilkins, Ben Thomson and Joaquin Gage breakdown this RIDICULOUS game we saw between the Oilers and the Canucks resulting in a 9-7 win for Edmonton. How much blame does Levi deserve for the 7 goals? Are the Oilers capable of playing a full 60? What are the positives from tonights game? All of these questions discussed and so much more on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show here on Edmonton Sports Talk!

It's an EST FIRST on The Oil Stream! With Dustin Nielson out, the ultimate EST Glue Guy—Jason Milne—steps up into the driver's seat alongside Joaquin Gage and YouTube Trev! There is no shortage of breaking news and hot topics to dissect before the puck drops tonight!

The fellas dive right into breaking roster news: Josh Samanski has been recalled by the Oilers! What does this mean for Owen Michaels, and how does it reshape the bottom six? Staying outside the crease, what is the single biggest structural change Edmonton needs to make tonight to boun...

Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and Benny Thomson break down a wild opening night at Rogers Place, where the Edmonton Oilers fell 6-5 in overtime to their rival Vancouver Canucks. The fellas dissect every detail of the offensive fireworks and defensive breakdowns...

Studs & Duds: Who shined on opening night, and who needs to be much better going into game two?

Same Old Story? Is a 6-5 track meet cause for early concern, or just first-game rust before Mike Babcock's systems take hold?

Plus, for the very first time this season, it's time t...

The Oilers are back with means WE are back with The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show here on Edmonton Sports Talk! Hernan Salas, Ben Thomson, Joaquin Gage and Reid Wilkins break this game down as the Oilers fail to fully complete the comeback in their 6-5 OT loss to the Canucks. How bad was Jarry? How did the new guys look? Is Babcock's system working? All of these questions broken down and so much more on this edition of The GCL Diesel Oil Stream Postgame Show!

It's game day, Oil Country! Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev are back at the desk on The Oil Stream, live on Edmonton Sports Talk! 💧🎙️ Opening night is finally here as the Edmonton Oilers prepare to clash with the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place! The fellas dive deep into tonight's matchup: who are the key players under the spotlight for game one, and what is the single most critical factor to watch once the puck drops? 🏒🔥 Plus, breaking news drops right before game time—Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is OUT for the opener! How does the Nuge injury ripple through the forward corp...

The fellas are back at the desk on The Oil Stream, live on Edmonton Sports Talk! 💧🎙️ Edmonton officially wrapped up the exhibition schedule with a 4-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Saturday night—capping off an undefeated preseason run! The boys dive headfirst into the biggest takeaways from Saturday's tune-up and look at the exhibition slate as a whole. Who made a statement and earned their spot, and who fell flat when it mattered most? 🏒 From there, the fellas debate the big-picture trends: Are we already seeing a distinct difference in structural play and pace from this squad compared to l

Reid Wilkins steps up to share the desk with the young guys, YouTube Trev and Benny Thomson!

The fellas lead off by recapping last night's impressive preseason victory over Vancouver! Edmonton's youth movement stepped up, proving to be more than enough to handle a veteran-heavy Canucks squad. The boys break down who stood out—highlighting Ike Howard finally getting his name on the scoresheet with a 2-point performance, and Tristan Jarry standing tall in goal with a steady 60-minute outing. Who else made a statement to the coaching staff?

Then, Trev and Benny roll...

YouTube Trev and Benny Thomson team up with Joaquin Gage to break down a massive slate of hockey headlines and heated Oilers debates!

First up, the fellas tackle some jaw-dropping national headlines after Mark Messier didn't hold back on his thoughts regarding head coach Mike Babcock! The boys react to "The Moose's" spicy comments and what it means for the organization's narrative moving forward.

Then, the boys look ahead to tonight's Oilers Preseason Game Day! With Edmonton rolling out primarily an AHL-heavy roster, all eyes are on prospect Ike Howard. What does his i...

Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev hit the desk to break down all the fallout from last night's action and dive deep into the biggest questions facing Oil Country!

First up, the fellas recap last night's exhibition contest, handing out their game grades. Who looks ready for the regular season grind, and who needs to pick up the pace?

Then, the boys tackle a major tactical debate: Can the Oilers truly trust a second line without Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl? If the coaching staff decides to keep #97 and #29 together on the t...

Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev hit the desk to dissect all the action as Edmonton heads to Winnipeg for a road clash against the Jets.

First up, the boys preview tonight's matchup and break down the projected game-night roster—who gets the nod in net, how the forward lines look, and which bubble players are getting another look under the lights!

Then, the fellas spark a high-stakes debate on the blue line: Where does Evan Bouchard actually rank among NHL defensemen? Is he firmly top five, top 10, or somewhere in the top...

We are back from the weekend with a massive Monday edition of The Oil Stream, live on Edmonton Sports Talk! 💧🎙️ Dustin Nielson, YouTube Trev, and Benny Thomson hit the desk to recap everything that went down over an action-packed weekend in sports, with all eyes locked firm on Oil Country!The Edmonton Oilers officially opened their exhibition slate at Rogers Place, picking up a crisp 5-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets. Benny was in the building for game one and gives his firsthand, boots-on-the-ground takeaways. How did the line combinations look in game speed, which bubble players made a splash...

YouTube Trev holds down the anchor desk alongside Hernan Salas, with Benny Thomson steering the ship from the producer's chair to close out a massive week of Oil Country coverage.

The fellas kick things off by unpacking the action from today and yesterday's ice sessions at Rogers Place. Trev gets Hernan and Benny's reactions to the key player pressers, before diving into the high-stakes drama from today's intra-squad scrimmage. Oil Country held its breath after scary moments saw Connor McDavid and Sam Dickinson go down and slowly get up—the boys deliver the latest status upd...

Joaquin Gage, Benny Thomson, and YouTube Trev are back on the desk to talk all things Oilers and NHL hockey on The Oil Stream, on Edmonton Sports Talk!

Main Camp is officially underway at Rogers Place, and the ice is buzzing! The fellas break down the line combinations and defensive pairings from today's practice session. Who is skating alongside Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl? What do the early bottom-six lines look like, and how are the new blue-line faces fitting into the mix?

Then, the boys react to head coach Mike Babcock's comments a...

Oilers Training Camp is officially underway at Rogers Place, and GM Stan Bowman took the microphone to kick things off! The boys react to Bowman's media availability and dissect his comments line-by-line. Does the front office actually care about fan sentiment in Oil Country, or is it strictly business at the top? Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev debate his tone, roster priorities, and what it means for the organization moving forward.

Finally, the fellas step back to analyze the big picture in the NHL landscape heading into camp: What tier of contender are t...

Hockey news is flying thick and fast, and the fellas are back at the desk for a massive Tuesday edition of The Oil Stream on Edmonton Sports Talk. The boys lead off with a quick touch-on last night's action in Calgary!

The Oilers Rookies put on an absolute clinic down south, crushing the Flames prospects 6-1 to kick off rookie camp in dominant fashion. The fellas pull out their main takeaways from the young guns before pivoting straight to the big-league hot stove.

With massive extension contracts being handed out across the NHL t...

Dustin Nielson, Benny Thomson, and YouTube Trev are live in the studio for another jam-packed edition of The Oil Stream!

The boys lead off with a heartfelt tribute to the late Cal Nichols, who passed away at 84. The fellas reflect on his monumental legacy as the former EIG chairman and the leader who spearheaded the drive to save the Oilers from relocation in the 1990s. Without Cal Nichols, there is no Rogers Place, no McDavid era, and no NHL hockey in Edmonton. The boys dive into what he meant to the franchise and the entire c...

Reid Wilkins, Hernan Salas, and Benny Thomson are in the studio breaking down the latest news, rumours, and storylines surrounding the Edmonton Oilers!

The boys kick things off with Leon Draisaitl speaking with the media yesterday. What did the Oilers star have to say, and what stood out from his comments heading into the season?

Then, rookie camp officially gets underway today! The fellas break down the prospects to watch and which young players could make an impression as the Oilers get their next wave of talent on the ice.

We a...

Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage and Benny Thomson are in the studio breaking down the latest news, rumours, and storylines surrounding the Edmonton Oilers!

The boys kick things off with the Oilers officially announcing their rookie camp roster. Who are the names to watch, and which prospects could make an impression heading into camp?

Then, the fellas dive into Alex Formenton and whether he has a legitimate shot at being on the Oilers' opening night roster. What does his path to the NHL lineup look like?

The guys also react to what L...

Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, and Benny Thomson break down the latest news, rumours, and storylines surrounding the Edmonton Oilers!

The boys kick things off with a massive rumour surrounding Connor McDavid. Lots of discussion online about McDavid possibly wanting to go to the Leafs. How much should we actually make of the rumour, and could Toronto ever be a realistic destination for the Oilers captain?

Then, the Bouch disrespect continues! Why does the criticism of Evan Bouchard keep coming, and will it ever get better? Dustin, Gage, and Benny debate Bouchard's game, his e...

YouTube Trev, Hernan Salas, and Benny Thomson take the desk to keep the hockey conversation rolling!

The boys tackle one of the biggest multi-decade storylines in franchise history: Will the Edmonton Oilers finally win a division title for the first time in nearly 40 years? The fellas debate the true value of banner-hunting—does finishing atop the Pacific Division even matter when home-ice advantage and Stanley Cup expectations are locked in? And if Edmonton doesn't claim the Pacific crown, who takes it? Vancouver, Vegas, or Los Angeles?

Then, the boys pivot to the hardware! Wit...

For the very first time on the airwaves, Benny Thomson, former Oilers netminder Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev have a show together! With the NHL preseason just 16 days away and training camp set to launch, the countdown to Oilers hockey is officially ON!

The fellas continue their deep dive into the biggest storylines facing Oil Country heading into the 2026-27 campaign. Today, YouTube Trev steps up to the plate—what are his biggest storylines and key burning questions for the roster as camp nears?

Next, the boys shift gears to break down Mark Spe...

Dustin Nielson, former Oilers netminder Joaquin Gage, and YouTube Trev share the airwaves for the very first time!

The boys jump straight into Dusty's Top 3 Biggest Storylines heading into the upcoming Edmonton Oilers season. What key narratives will define the campaign, and how do Gager and Trev view the road ahead?

Next, the fellas break down the latest NHL headlines as Eeli Tolvanen inks a killer one-year, $1.5M deal with the New York Rangers. Did the Blueshirts land one of the best bargains of late summer, and what does it mean for middle-six s...

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...

It's a new era for The Oil Stream on Edmonton Sports Talk! The Oil Stream is now a daily show featuring a rotation of hosts including Dustin Nielson, Joaquin Gage, YouTube Trev, and Benny Thomson. It will be a combination of 3 of those 4 hosts with each show which leads to today's lineup of Dusty, Gager, and Benny as they are in the studio from Noon to 1 PM talking everything Oilers as training camp approaches. With the season getting closer, the boys take a look at one of the biggest questions on the Oilers blue line: Could Jake Walman or...

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 He...

Is the Edmonton Oilers' championship window starting to close, or is it wide open for another massive Cup run? Dusty and Trev break down the roster core, cap space, and competitive landscape across the NHL!

Then, the boys react to candid comments from newly acquired blueliner Shakir Mukhamadullin, who opened up about his frustration with his role in San Jose last season. What does his fresh start in Edmonton mean for the D-corps, and how big of an impact can he make on the blue line?

Plus, the Oilers officially released new jersey n...

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, sc...

It's been a minute since Dusty and Trev shared the studio, so the fellas open up the show, catching up on their weekends and getting back into the swing of things!

History has officially been made in the video game world—Connor McDavid has become the first player EVER in EA Sports NHL franchise history to earn a 99 Overall rating! The boys react to No. 97 founding the EA NHL "99 Club" and look back at iconic 99-rated legends across other sports gaming franchises like Madden, NBA 2K, and MLB The Show!

Then, the...

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 w...

Heavyweight goal-scorers Patrik Laine and Vladimir Tarasenko are still sitting on the Unrestricted Free Agent market. If both snipers remain unsigned as training camps approach, should the Oilers camp offer them a Professional Tryout Agreement (PTO)?

Benny Thomson and YouTube Trev debate whether there's a fit in Edmonton's top-nine! Then, the boys talk raw firepower. Who possesses the single best shot in today's NHL, and who holds the title for the most lethal shot you've ever witnessed with your own eyes?

Plus, stick around until the very end as Trev puts Benny on t...

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 f...

Dustin Nielson and Hernan Salas are behind the desk to dive into the biggest questions around Ike Howard, Matt Savoie and the Edmonton Oilers as the new season gets closer.

On Today's Show:

Starting Strong: The Edmonton Oilers have had sluggish starts to the season in recent years. Will things be different this season? Hernan and Dusty debate the topic!

Ike Howard Expectations: What should Oilers fans expect from Ike Howard this season? The guys break down his potential role, how much responsibility he could take on, and what would make f...

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 t...

It's an absolute first in The Oil Stream history! Benny and YouTube Trev share the desk for the very first time to bring you a loaded edition of pure Edmonton Oilers talk!

On Today's Show:

Blast From The Past — The McDavid Era Retrospective: The popular segment continues! Benny and Trev walk through the McDavid era season by season, dissecting the absolute highs and lows—what stands out the most from every single campaign, good or bad?

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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 lea...

Dustin Nielson and Benny bring you a loaded Monday edition of The Oil Stream! The fellas make some massive programming announcements for the upcoming hockey season before diving into an elite Western Conference debate!

On Today's Show:

BIG EST PROGRAMMING ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Oil Stream and our Oilers game day coverage are changing next season! Dusty lays out the upcoming changes to the show, along with the brand-new pre/postgame show lineup... Tune in to find out what we're doing!

NHL Power Rankings — Best of the West: Dusty and Benny put their ana...

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...

YouTube Trev and Ice Koob (Zachary Kubusch) are back in the booth for another high-energy edition of The Oil Stream!

On Today's Show:

The Ultimate Oilers Debate — Top 3 Moments of the Last 10 Years: Trev and Zach open up the live text line and chat board for the nasties! Looking back across the entire era from 2016 through today, what are your Top 3 favourite Oilers moments? Is it McDavid's legendary 100-point seasons, playoff game-winners, historic series victories, or individual hardware sweeps? The boys give their personal top 3s and react to yours!

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