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Episodes
Georges Laraque (5/24/22)
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
George Laraque is fired up ahead of Game 4 of the Battle of Alberta, and you will be too after hearing what the former heavyweight champion of the NHL...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (Part Two | 5/24/22)
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark continue a deep discussion about this year's Battle of Alberta and Edmonton's 2-1 series lead. Plus, a prospect report on who the Edmonto...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (Part One | 5/24/22)
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A full breakdown on Edmonton and Calgary's wild second round series that sees the Oilers up 2-1 heading into a pivotal Game 4 on home ice. What's diff...
Listener calls and texts (5/24/22)
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from fans that were in the building for Game 3 and from those with big opinions on a thrilling Battle of Alberta, Milan Lucic, McDavid, Kane a...
Bob previews Game 4 of the Battle of Alberta (5/24/22)
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get pre-game thoughts from coach Jay Woodcroft, Connor McDavid and Zack Kassian on whether retribution is needed after Lucic's collision with Smith, h...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (5/20/22)
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark take a deep dive into what Edmonton's rosters for Game 2 will be and who could provide a spark to this group that needs to find a way to ...
Listener calls and texts (5/20/22)
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oilers fans take over the airwaves to evaluate what went wrong in Game 1, how to counteract Calgary's team toughness and what McDavid is doing to take...
Craig Simpson from NHL Hockey on Rogers (5/20/22)
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Craig Simpson relives his days playing for the Oilers in the Battle of Alberta and assesses the Game 1 loss by Edmonton, as he and Chris Cuthbert cove...
Elliotte Friedman from NHL Hockey on Rogers (5/20/22)
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get Elliotte's take on Edmonton's letdown in Game 1 against the Flames and Toronto's Round 1 exit for a sixth consecutive year. Learn more about your ...
Bob previews Game 2 of the Battle of Alberta (5/20/22)
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob projects the line combinations and looks at what the Oilers need to change in Game 2 against the Calgary Flames on the road on Friday night. Plus,...
Oil Kings Head Coach Brad Lauer (5/19/22)
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the lowdown on the Edmonton Oil Kings ahead of puck drop on the WHL's Eastern Conference final between them and the Winnipeg ICE. Learn more about...
Kevin Weekes from the NHL Network & ESPN (5/19/22)
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Weekes speaks to Mike Smith's rough start in Game 1 of the Battle of Alberta and the team's ability to endure Calgary's punishing forecheck over...
Sportsnet colour analyst Louie DeBrusk (5/19/22)
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get Louie's reaction to Game 1 of the second round between Edmonton and Calgary that flashed us all back to the 80s with 15 goals scored in a 9-6 Oile...
Bob recaps the Game 1 loss to Calgary (5/19/22)
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a throwback-style Game 1 saw Edmonton surrender two goals in the first minute and fall 9-6 despite tying the game 6-6, Bob brings you the audio ...
Texts and pre-game audio (5/18/22)
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More commentary from you, the Oilers fans, ahead of Game 1 of the first Oilers and Flames post-season clash since 1991. Then, thoughts from head coach...
NHL insider John Shannon (5/18/22)
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
NHL insider John Shannon reminisces about the greatness of the post-season rivalry between Edmonton and Calgary and how the Oilers need to play in ord...
Listener calls and texts (5/18/22)
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oilers fans take over the airwaves with predictions, good and bad, about the upcoming Battle of Alberta and memories of Edmonton-Calgary games from ye...
Brian Lawton from the NHL Network (5/18/22)
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Lawton lays out his expectations for the Battle of Alberta and what the rivalry means to Alberta and each team, a thought on Toronto's first rou...
Bob previews Game 1 of the Battle of Alberta (5/18/22)
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob gives you the projected lines for Game 1 between Edmonton and Calgary in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Plus, audio from G.M.'s Ken...
Flames G.M. Brad Treliving (5/17/22)
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the lowdown on the Flames from G.M. Brad Treliving, who discusses the heavy make-up of the roster, the trade that brought in Elias Lindholm and No...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (Part Two | 5/17/22)
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More discussion about the past and present of the Battle of Alberta, this year's characters and how big a factor Draisaitl can be while playing throug...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (5/17/22 | Part One)
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark explore the growth of the Oilers and how much better the depth contributors like Brett Kulak and Josh Archibald have been in the post-sea...
Oilers G.M. Ken Holland (5/17/22)
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ken Holland gives his thoughts on the matchup with Calgary and his expectations of the Oilers in the upcoming Battle of Alberta. Plus, thoughts on the...
Second Round Playoff Predictions (5/16/22)
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob (6/8) and Brenden (6/8) are joined by Jack Michaels (6/8), Cam Moon (7/8) and Reid Wilkins (7/8) for a review of Edmonton's series win over L.A., ...
Oilers forward Derek Ryan (5/16/22)
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A former Calgary Flame and current Oilers forward, Derek Ryan speaks to his involvement of the modern incarnations of the Battle of Alberta and what h...
NHL insider John Shannon (5/16/22)
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear John's takeaway's from Edmonton's thrilling opening round series win over Los Angeles and his expectations of the Battle of Alberta. Plus, memori...
Wayne Gretzky (5/16/22)
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the Great One's impression of a wild seven-game series against Los Angeles that sets up the first Battle of Alberta in 31 years. Gretzky shares me...
Listener calls and texts (5/13/22)
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do you see? What do you hear/ What do you like? What do you fear heading into Saturday's Game 7 between the Oilers and Kings? We turn the airwave...
Rob Brown from the Oilers Radio Network (5/13/22)
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gert Rob Brown's takes on Game 6 in Los Angeles and the solid performance that extended the Oilers season by at least a game. Thoughts on McDavid, Kan...
Elliotte Friedman from NHL Hockey on Rogers (5/13/22)
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Elliotte Friedman weighs in on Edmonton's Game 6 performance and who rose the the occasion to push the opening round series against L.A. to Game 7 on ...
Brenden & Cam recap the Oilers Game 6 win (5/13/22)
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the audio recap of Jack and Bob's call of Game 6 in Los Angeles as the Oilers forced a deciding Game 7 with a win on the road. Cam and Brenden bre...
Capitals colour analyst Al May (5/12/22)
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Al May gives a sobering take on how the Kings have mitigated Mike Smith's puck-playing and just how effective Todd McLellan's strategy has been agains...
Kevin Weekes from the NHL Network (5/12/22)
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Weekes discusses how Los Angeles has peppered Edmonton's net with shots, the goaltending battle and whether Todd McLellan is edging the coaching...
Sportsnet color analyst Louie DeBrusk (5/12/22)
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Louie lay out expectations of an Oilers side up against the ropes, down 3-2 in the series to Los Angeles and trying to salvage the season on t...
Bob previews Game 6 in Los Angeles (5/12/22)
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear pre-game audio from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Codi Ceci and Jay Woodcroft before Edmonton's do-or-die Game 6 in Los Angeles against the Kings, down 3-...
NHL insider John Shannon (5/11/22)
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
John Shannon discusses what the Kings are doing strategically that's allowing them to skate and compete with the Oilers from an offensive perspective,...
David Staples and Cam Moon (5/11/22)
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Staples calls out certain Oilers in need of better post-season performances, explores why the team is struggling to start games so bad, and whet...
Brian Lawton from the NHL Network (5/11/22)
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get a thorough breakdown of what's caused Edmonton to drop back-to-back games against Los Angeles and fall behind 3-2 in a series in which they've fla...
Brenden recaps the Game 5 loss (5/11/22)
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the audio recap of the 5-4 OTL to Los Angeles in Game 5 of the opening round series, with analysis from Brenden and comments from Draisaitl, McDav...
Kings radio analyst Daryl Evans (5/10/22)
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear from one of the orchestrators of the Miracle on Manchester who now analyzes Kings hockey, Daryl Evans, on how the team is performing through the ...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (Part Two | 5/10/22)
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark explore how realistic it would be to re-sign Evander Kane in the off-season and how Edmonton's team toughness looks from year's past. Plu...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (Part One | 5/10/22)
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark look and the ups and downs of Edmonton's game in this series with L.A. as it shifts back to Edmonton for Game 5. Get thoughts on Puljujar...
Bob previews Game 5 of Oilers vs Kings (5/10/22)
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get Bob's thoughts on Games 3 and 4 and all the pre-game news and notes for Game 5 as the Oilers and Los Angeles Kings knotted at 2-2, have reduced th...
Bakersfield Condors Colin Chaulk (5/9/22)
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bakersfield Condors head coach Colin Chaulk hops on to talk about the AHL playoffs, the Oilers first round series and more. Learn more about your ad...
Jake Neighbours and John Shannon
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A jam packed half hour as Edmonton Oil Kings forward Jake Neighbours joins to talk about their round two series with Red Deer and NHL insider John Sha...
Cam and Bob recap Game 4 of Oilers vs Kings (5/9/22)
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cam and Bob look back on Sunday's loss, Leon Draisaitl and the LA Kings forwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cam Moon opens the show
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cam Moon and Cody Janzen break down game four of the Oilers vs Kings series, Mike Smith, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
Oilers defenceman Evan Bouchard (5/6/22)
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob chats with Evan Bouchard about his first NHL Playoff experience, his growth as a defenceman plus some clips from Kings head coach Todd McLellan. L...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (5/6/22)
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark talk about Evan Bouchard's progress, the Kassian effect and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elliotte Friedman from NHL Hockey on Rogers (5/6/22)
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Elliotte joins Bob to break down the Oilers first couple games, plus other stories from around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Bob previews Game 3 between the Oilers and Kings (5/6/22)
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob gets you set for game three of the Edmonton Oilers first round series against the LA Kings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
Oil Kings Head Coach Brad Lauer (5/5/22)
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear from the head coach of the WHL's Edmonton Oil Kings, Brad Lauer, before his team welcomes Red Deer into Rogers Place for puck drop on Round 2 of ...
Sportsnet colour analyst Louie DeBrusk (5/5/22)
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just off the plane in L.A., Louie shares thoughts on managing emotions in a playoff setting while still asserting your game physically, Edmonton's dom...
630 CHED's Cam Moon (5/5/22)
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Play-by-play voice of the Oilers, Cam Moon joins the show to chat about the physical nature of Edmonton's dominating Game 2 win, Mike Smith's bounce b...
Brenden recaps Game 2 of Oilers vs Kings (5/5/22)
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the audio recap of a thrilling Game 2 victory over Los Angeles, with Jack and Bob on the call and post-game reaction from Smith, Nurse, Kane and W...
Jarrett Stoll & John Shannon (5/4/22)
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear from former Oilers forward and L.A. Kings development coach and TV analyst Jarrett Stoll on the team and the program that's been establishes in L...
David Staples from the Edmonton Journal (5/4/22)
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David gives his opinion on where Jesse Puljujarvi should be playing in the lineup, how Darnell Nurse looked in his return to action, Mike Smth's abili...
Brian Lawton from the NHL Network (5/4/22)
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Lawton gives thoughts on the NHL playoffs overall and some specific series' in the East and West as well. Then, a look at Edmonton's disappointi...
Bob previews Game 2 between the Oilers and Kings (5/4/22)
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear who's in and who's out of the Oilers lineup in a critical Game 2 against Los Angeles on home ice. You may be surprised to hear who is drawing in ...
Kirt Hill & Colin Chaulk (5/3/22)
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oil Kings General Manager Kirt Hill opens up about the first round sweep of Lethbridge and what expects from a matchup with Red Deer, before looking a...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (5/3/22)
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark dig into Mike Smith's critical error that cost the Oilers Game 1 of the opening round against L.A., and how far Puljujarvi's productivity...
Rob Brown from the Oilers Radio Network (5/3/22)
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Insight into Edmonton's Game 1 loss to Los Angeles from longtime pro player and Inside the Game Analyst on 630 CHED, Rob Brown. Opinion on Mike Smith'...
Bob recaps Game 1 against Los Angeles (5/3/22)
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear an extended audio recap of Game 1 of the Oilers' first round playoff series against the Kings, with reaction from Jay Woodcroft, Connor McDavid a...
2022 Playoff Predictions (5/2/22)
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob is joined by Jack Michaels, Cam Moon, Reid Wilkins and Brenden all weigh in with our annual first round playoff predictions in the Eastern and Wes...
Ales Hemsky & John Shannon (5/2/22)
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear from former Oilers forward Ales Hemsky on the 2006 playoff run and scoring an overtime winner, plus his thoughts on this year's Oilers group. The...
Oilers G.M. Ken Holland (5/2/22)
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the lowdown from Edmonton's general manager and president of hockey operations, with thoughts on Mike Smith's resurgence, Darnell Nurse's health a...
Bob previews Round 1 of the playoffs (5/2/22)
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the pre-game audio from Jay Woodcroft, Darnell Nurse, Evan Bouchard and Leon Draisaitl before Game 1 of the post-season against the Los Angeles ...
Dennis Laliberte from Newwest Travel (4/29/22)
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how to join the Oilers on the road in Los Angeles to watch them contest games 3 and 4 of the opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Learn...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (4/29/22)
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark look at the Oilers team heading into the 2022 post-season and the matchup against Los Angeles, as well as preview the final regular seaso...
Sportsnet colour analyst Louie DeBrusk (4/29/22)
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Louie weighs in on veterans ushering younger players into high-pressure situations like playoff hockey, and his personal experience when he joined the...
Bob previews Oilers vs Canucks (4/29/22)
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A recap of Edmonton's 5-4 overtyime win over San Jose before Bob sets the table for the final regular season game, at home to the Vancouver Canucks....
Oilers Assistant G.M. Keith Gretzky (4/28/22)
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The general manager of the AHL's Bakersfield Condors, Keith Gretzky fills you in on Dylan Holloway, Marcus Niemelainen and other injured players, Stua...
Kevin Weekes from the NHL Network & ESPN (4/28/22)
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Weekes arrives with takes on Mike Smith's game-changing puck-handling abilities and recent attempts to score a goal, how teams treat games that ...
Brian Lawton from the NHL Network (4/28/22)
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian harkens back to the start of the season when he called the Edmonton Oilers as a sleeper pick for this year's playoffs, and how the season led th...
Bob previews Oilers vs Sharks (4/28/22)
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the projected lineups and find out whether Darnell Nurse is ready to return from injury, plus pre-game audio from Coach Woodcroft, Ryan Nugent-Hop...
Elliotte Friedman from NHL Hockey on Rogers (4/27/22)
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Of of the league's most trusted insiders brings you up to speed on everything you need to know in the final week of the regular season, with thoughts ...
NHL insider John Shannon (4/27/22)
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and John discuss the perceived slight of Connor McDavid from awards voters, as the Hart Trophy Race winds down with Matthews, Josi, Shesterkin, Hu...
David Staples from the Edmonton Journal (4/27/22)
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Staples weighs in on the Hart Trophy race in the NHL this year and why McDavid has such a mountain to climb to earn separation from his peers. P...
Wayne Gretzky (4/27/22)
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get The Great One's thoughts on another remarkable campaign from McDavid and Draisaitl, Edmonton's team game as orchestrated by Jay Woodcroft and his ...
Penguins President of Hockey Operations Brian Burke (4/26/22)
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Burke is back on Oilers Now to fill you in on all things Penguins, the team he's helping oversee from the front office. Get thoughts on Crosby, ...
Mark Spector & Paul Coffey (4/26/22)
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark look at the Western Conference playoff race before Hall of Famer defenceman Paul Coffey, a former Oiler and Penguin, discusses learning h...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (Part One | 4/26/22)
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Mark dig into the number of the historical rivalry between McDavid and Crosby, and discuss whether that's still the marquee matchup in the NHL...
Bob previews Oilers at Penguins (4/26/22)
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get the pre-game report and projected line combinations as the Oilers aim to clinch second in the Pacific Division if they can beat the Penguins in Pi...
ESPN rules analyst Dave Jackson (4/25/22)
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former NHL: referee Dave Jackson takes you inside the communication between an official and a head coach during a game and other things that refs and ...
Oilers head coach Jay Woodcroft (4/25/22)
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jay Woodcroft takes you inside his philosophy that's been driving the Oilers to one of the best records in the NHL since he and Dave Manson were promo...
Vice Chair of O.E.G. Kevin Lowe (4/25/22)
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hall of Famer Kevin Lowe reflects of Guy Lafleur and what his fellow Quebec native meant to the province during Guy's years creating highlights reels ...
NHL insider John Shannon (4/25/22)
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and John discuss the uphill battle Connor McDavid faces to win the Hart Trophy, as a result of the high standard he set for himself, his rivalry w...
Georges Laraque (4/22/22)
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Georges Laraque speaks to the magnitude of the loss of Guy Lafleur to the community in Quebec and looks at his legacy and career before discussing how...
Sportsnet's Mark Spector (4/22/22)
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Spector weighs in on Guy Lafleur's Hall of Fame NHL career in the wake of the legend's passing, then a deep dive into the Oilers progress under J...
Capitals colour analyst Al May (4/22/22)
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Al reflects on the electrifying nature of Guy Lafleur and what cemented his status as an icon in the 1970s with Montreal. Plus, a look at Alex Ovechki...
Bob on Oilers vs Avs & Guy Lafleur (4/22/22)
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob sets the table for the third and final meeting of the regular season between the Oilers and Western Conference leading Colorado Avalanche. Hear pr...
Oil Kings G.M. Kirt Hill (4/21/22)
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear fropm the general manager iof the WHL's Edmonton Oil Kings, Kirt Hill, before his group embarks on a playoff run with one of the best rosters in ...
Kevin Weekes from the NHL Network & ESPN (4/21/22)
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The former NHL goaltender-turned analyst shares his take on Evander Kane's impact on Edmonton's season, what Mike Smith has done to find the success h...
Sportsnet colour analyst Louie DeBrusk (4/21/22)
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get Louie's thoughts on Evander Kane's impact on the Oilers since joining the team mid-season, the NHL scoring race and evaluating players you don't g...
Dan Milstein from Goldstar Hockey (4/21/22)
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear from the player agent for Evander Kane, Oilers prospect Matvei Petrov and top KHL star Andrei Kuzmenko, who discusses Kane signing in Edmonton an...
NHL insider John Shannon (4/20/22)
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and John discuss Edmonton's overtime win in game three of the 1997 playoffs against Dallas, this year's team charging toward the playoffs while ot...
David Staples from the Cult of Hockey (4/20/22)
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and David discuss Edmonton forward depth and Puljujarvi's goal slump, the five-on-five play and improvement under Jay Woodcroft and much more befo...
Brian Lawton from the NHL Network (4/20/22)
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Lawton weighs in on Edmonton's defence, scoring around the NHL reaching a 30-year high and what he feels are contributing factors, and the excel...
Bob previews Oilers vs Stars (4/20/22)
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get pre-game audio from Jay Woodcroft, Tyson Barrie and Kailer Yamamoto before the Oilers host the Dallas Stars, who are desperate for points to secur...
Condors Head Coach Colin Chaulk (4/19/21)
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get an update on the farm from Condors head coach Colin Chaulk, how Stuart Skinner's AHL campaign is going, what Carter Savoie's next steps are on his...