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

  1. hace 1 día

    OIL STREAM: Jarry & Montembeault For Next Season? | Vegas & Toronto Make Moves

    The coaching carousel and the non-stop Darnell Nurse trade rumours have completely dominated the airwaves in Oil Country. Dustin Nielson (Dusty) and Hernan Salas are shifting gears for a full hour of pure, unfiltered Edmonton Oilers talk to address the massive elephant in the room: management's absolute disaster in the blue paint. Stan Bowman is staring down a massive crease conundrum this summer, and the boys are here to unpack the latest rumours and simulate the solution. On Today's Show: The Goaltending Pickle: We've spent weeks debating who is behind the bench, but what about who is stopping pucks? With Calvin Pickard and Connor Ingram hitting the UFA market, the Oilers are backed into a corner with massive salary commitments. Reports are officially surfacing linking Edmonton to Montreal Canadiens netminder Samuel Montembeault. The boys break down the rumours and look at what it would cost Kent Hughes to move him. Montembeault in Edmonton: Let's play out the hypothetical scenario. If the Oilers head into next season with a tandem of Samuel Montembeault and a rebounding Tristan Jarry... is that honestly good enough to get this team back to a Stanley Cup Final? Hernan and Dusty debate the ceiling of that duo, Jarry's path forward after a brutal stretch, and if a 50/50 split is a realistic option for next season. Alternative Targets in Net: If Montembeault isn't the answer and a Jarry buyout doesn't make financial sense, where else can the front office look? The fellas map out the remaining trade and free-agent board, evaluating high-risk reclamation projects and blockbuster options like Jacob Markstrom. Vegas & Toronto Find Their Guy: Around the league, the Vegas Golden Knights and Toronto Maple Leafs have both hired their new head coaches —Ryan Craig to Vegas and Jim Hiller to Toronto. The boys react to each hiring, discussing what it means for the remaining bench bosses left on the market. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

    54 min

  2. hace 3 días

    OIL STREAM: Canes Win The Cup & Taylor Hall's Legacy!

    The Stanley Cup has officially been awarded, the off-season has arrived at full speed, and we have a highly anticipated broadcast lineup today! Hernan Salas and Benny Thomson are combining forces to lead the charge. The fellas recap their wild sports weekends before diving straight into deep hockey waters, tracking the fallout of the final horn and mapping out the immediate future in Oil Country. On Today's Show: The Stanley Cup Final In Review: Now that the dust has finally settled on the ice, Hernan and Benny give their final, comprehensive thoughts on the championship series. How did the Carolina Hurricanes completely shut down the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 6? The Taylor Hall Legacy Debate: He went into Sin City and got it done. With Taylor Hall officially adding a Stanley Cup ring to his Hart Trophy resume, the boys dive headfirst into a massive hockey debate: Is Taylor Hall officially tracking toward a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame? The Oilers Next Move: The playoff distraction is officially gone for the rest of the league, meaning the NHL off-season calendar is moving at a breakneck pace. With the draft and free agency looming, what is Stan Bowman's immediate priority to get this roster retooled? The Bruce Cassidy Sweepstakes: Now that the Golden Knights' season is officially over, will Kelly McCrimmon and the Vegas front office finally stop blocking the Oilers and grant permission to speak with Bruce Cassidy? The boys break down the contractual standstill, Edmonton's rumoured massive contract offer, and whether Cassidy remains the ultimate "Plan A" for the bench. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

    54 min

  3. hace 6 días

    OIL STREAM: Where Does Darnell Nurse Go?

    An absolute franchise-altering atomic bomb has just detonated over Oil Country. The Oil Stream is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and today Reid Wilkins and Hernan Salas are stepping up to lead the charge on what is officially the wildest Friday in recent Oilers history! Grab a beverage and lock in, because the boys are breaking down a massive roster development from every single angle. On Today's Show: The Bombshell: Darnell Nurse Wants Out! It is official. Reports from Elliotte Friedman and Mark Spector confirm that veteran defenseman and alternate captain Darnell Nurse has formally requested a trade out of Edmonton. After 12 seasons and nearly 800 games in the blue and orange, #25 is ready for a fresh start. The boys dive straight into the deep end of the chaos: Where will he go? With early leaks connecting him to teams like the Los Angeles Kings and Pittsburgh Penguins, what does his 3-to-5 team trade list actually look like? What will the return be? How does Stan Bowman navigate trading a massive $9.25M cap hit with four years remaining and a full No-Movement Clause? Will the Oilers be forced to retain salary or give up a major sweetener? Is this good for the Oilers? Does clearing this cap space unlock the financial flexibility management desperately needs to rebuild the blue line, or does losing a core leadership piece create a massive hole? Is it good for Darnell? Does escaping the high-pressure Edmonton media fishbowl allow Nurse to revitalize his game elsewhere? The Ongoing Coaching Carousel: Even with the Nurse news taking over, the head coaching vacancy isn't going anywhere. Reid and Hernan look at where things stand with the ongoing Mike Babcock saga, the public pushback, and whether this sudden roster shakeup changes the front office's blueprint for their next bench boss.

    53 min

  4. 10 jun

    OIL STREAM: Latest On Babcock & Nurse's Future

    The hockey world is spinning, the rumours are flying, and the big boys are finally back together. Today, Joaquin Gage (Gager) is anchoring the ship alongside YouTube Trev! It's been a hot minute since these two shared the airwaves, so the fellas have plenty of catching up to do before they dive headfirst into the absolute storm surrounding the Orange and Blue!   On Today's Show: The Mike Babcock Era—This Might Be Real: The noise around the rink isn't slowing down. Reports keep pointing toward Mike Babcock becoming the next bench boss of the Edmonton Oilers. Gager and Trev lay it all out on the table: Is he truly the right man to lead this star-studded group to a Stanley Cup? The boys break down the ultimate pros and cons of bringing such a rigid, high-pressure coach into a room that already features the best players on the planet. The Darnell Nurse Dilemma: This is where things get really interesting. How does a potential Babcock hiring affect Darnell Nurse? Gager gives the player perspective on whether a coach with Babcock's strict defensive accountability can finally unlock the elite, shutdown version of Nurse we've all been waiting to see. On the flip side, Trev looks at the asset-management angle—does this hire create a structural change that forces management to finally pursue a blockbuster trade to clear out that massive contract? The Nasties Text Line: The chat is already buzzing, and the text boards are wide open. The boys spend plenty of time reading your live feedback, checking the temperature of Oil Country, and letting the fans dictate the chatter.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

    54 min

  5. 8 jun

    OIL STREAM: Mike Babcock To Edmonton?! | McDavid Wins Another Ted Lindsay Award

    The Oilers' offseason is already generating plenty of headlines; Connor McDavid continues to add to his trophy case, and Edmonton's coaching search remains one of the biggest stories in hockey. Dustin Nielson and Tom Gazzola reunite to give you this edition of The Oil Stream!   On Today's Show: Babcock Might Be An Option: The Oilers are still searching for their next head coach, and the list of candidates continues to evolve. Dusty and Tom discuss the latest names connected to the vacancy, with breaking news emerging in the second half of today's show... Hernan delivered the news from NHL insider Darren Dreger, who reported that the Oilers are consulting with the NHL Players' Association to make sure there are no objections to potentially hiring Mike Babcock McDavid Wins His 5th Ted Lindsay Award: Connor McDavid has once again been voted the NHL's most outstanding player by his peers, taking home the Ted Lindsay Award for the fifth time in his career. Dusty and Tom discuss what this latest accomplishment means for McDavid's legacy and where he already ranks among the greatest players in NHL history. Nurse Trade Talk Heating Up: After recent reports and speculation surrounding Darnell Nurse's future in Edmonton, the conversation continues to grow louder. The guys break down the challenges of moving a contract of that magnitude, what the Oilers would gain or lose by making a deal, and whether there's any realistic scenario where Nurse is wearing a different jersey next season. Text Line Takeover: Dusty and Tom hit the text boards to get your thoughts on McDavid's latest award, the ongoing Nurse trade speculation, and the Oilers' coaching search.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

    54 min

  6. 5 jun

    OIL STREAM: Nurses Future In Edmonton...

    The NHL offseason rumour mill is already in overdrive, trade speculation is heating up, and the Stanley Cup Final continues to deliver. Tom Gazzola is joined in the studio today by Reid Wilkins!   On Today's Show: Could Darnell Nurse Be Moved This Summer? A new wave of speculation has fans wondering whether the Oilers could make a blockbuster move involving Darnell Nurse this offseason after Mark Spector's article yesterday. Tommy and Reid discuss whether moving the veteran defenseman is realistic, what it would mean for Edmonton's blue line, and if there's any path to making a deal work. Dylan Larkin Wants Out of Detroit? One of the biggest stories around the NHL is the report that Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade. The guys break down the situation in Detroit, potential landing spots for the star forward, and whether there's any chance the Oilers could be involved in a move of that magnitude. Hurricanes Even the Series in Game 2! The Stanley Cup Final is all square after Carolina took down Vegas in Game 2. After the Golden Knights stole the opener, the Hurricanes responded with a huge performance to send the series back tied at one game apiece. Tommy and Reid react to the latest chapter of the Final and discuss which team now has the upper hand heading into Game 3. Text Line Takeover: Tommy and Reid hit the text boards to read your thoughts on a potential Nurse trade, the Dylan Larkin rumours, and everything happening in the Stanley Cup Final.   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

    54 min

  7. 3 jun

    OIL STREAM: Bouchard Finishes 4th In Norris Voting!

    The hockey world is absolutely spinning after a chaotic 24 hours of hardware drops and championship drama, and the lines are open to break it all down. Tom Gazzola is joined in the studio today by Hernan Salas to get into it all!   On Today's Show: Evan Bouchard's Norris Snub or Fair Shake? The NHL officially handed out the Norris Trophy last night, and Oilers powerhouse Evan Bouchard finished a massive 4th in the overall voting. Tommy and Hernan debate the results—is 4th a massive sign of respect for Bouch's elite offensive season, or did the voters completely miss the mark by keeping him out of the top three? Vegas Takes Game 1... Holy Crap! What a breathless start to the Stanley Cup Final. The Vegas Golden Knights marched into Raleigh and completely shattered the defensive expectations, outlasting the Hurricanes in a wild 5-4 thriller to draw first blood. The guys react to the high-scoring madness. Does Carolina's system recover, or is this opening track meet proof that this series is destined to go a gruelling seven games? Text Line Takeover: The Nasties are running the show today! Tommy and Hernan hit the text boards to read your live reactions to the Norris results, your Stanley Cup predictions, and your early thoughts on the Oilers' offseason blueprint. Donair Debate: Nanso and Tommy have some fun as they talk about their favourite donair spots in the city...   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

    54 min

  8. 1 jun

    OIL STREAM: Will The Oilers Regret This Trade?

    The weekend delivered absolute chaos across the hockey world, and the fallout is landing right here in Edmonton. Tom Gazzola is joined by YouTube Trev to sort through a massive slate of championship drama, a national team collapse, and an elite prospect storyline that has Oilers fans second-guessing front-office history. Grab a coffee and dial in for the ultimate Monday morning breakdown.   On Today's Show: Weekend Catch-Up: The fellas kick things off by recapping their weekends and reacting to a frantic 48 hours of major sports headlines before diving straight into the deep end of hockey talk. The Stanley Cup Final is Set: It all begins tomorrow night. The Carolina Hurricanes are officially clashing with the Vegas Golden Knights for the right to hoist Lord Stanley's mug. Tom and Trev break down the X-factors, evaluate the depth charts, and drop their official predictions. Will the Canes' relentless system stop the Golden Knights from building a modern dynasty in the desert? Did the Oilers Blunder the Sam O'Reilly Trade? Major conversation brewing in Oil Country. Over the weekend, Sam O'Reilly put on an absolute clinic, leading the Kitchener Rangers to a dominant 6-2 victory over the Everett Silvertips to capture the Memorial Cup. O'Reilly took home the tournament MVP trophy, joining an incredibly elite list of historical superstars to sweep regular season, playoff, and Memorial Cup MVP honours. With O'Reilly looking like an absolute stud, the boys look back at the trade that sent him out of town. Did management make a massive mistake, or is it too early to panic? Team Canada Meltdown at Worlds: A very bitter pill to swallow for Canadian hockey fans. After a highly promising tournament run, Team Canada completely collapsed in the Bronze Medal game, dropping a shocking overtime decision to Norway to fly home entirely empty-handed. Trev and Tom debate the fallout: is this just a bad weekend bounce, or should Canadians be genuinely concerned about the program's international depth right now?   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

    56 min
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Dustin Nielson TSN 1260 chat all things Oilers every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. From the latest rumours to line combinations and speculation the boys have you covered.

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