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Join Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne on your drive home, keeping you up to date on all the latest news, notes and stories from around sports and more!
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Continued discussion revolving around the big move for the Edmonton Oilers is on tap for hour three of the show as Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne delve deeper into the acquisition of Tristan Jarry and the departure of Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak. Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces has the fellas tapping into the River Cree Inbox and the YouTube Nasty Chat for some fan responses on both sides of the ledger. Reid also answers a question from a frustrated fan of the show.   And another BIG trade broke during the show, with Quinn Hughes being acquired by the Minnesota Wild! We get Reid and Jay's initial thoughts on the trade.   In the final segment of the show, we have some fun when producer Zachary 'Koob' Kubusch tests Reid and Jay during Name the Animal. Koob comes up with a random animal sound, having the fellas guess its origin. That leads us to Words of the Day for the Edmonton Public Library that puts a bow on the show!
To begin the hour, Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne catch up with Seth Rorabaugh, who covers the Penguins for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, to gain insight into Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin, who also makes his way over from Pittsburgh. Is Jarry worth his contract? What should Oilers fans expect from Jarry? How consistent is his play? Rorabaugh shares the details.   The trade talk rolls on as we have The Oil... Understood for GCL Diesel hearing from both general managers who negotiated the trade. Reid and Jay fire off some audio clips from Oilers GM Stan Bowman and Penguins GM Kyle Dubas on why they finalized the deal.   Then, Max Herz, a Nashville Predators radio host for 102.5 The Game, clicks in to tell Reid and Jay all about Spencer Stastney, a left-handed defenceman the Oilers acquired from the Predators for a 2027 third-round pick earlier today. How did he make his way to the NHL? What's his playstyle? How did he fit in the Predators' lineup?   Buying or Selling for Damon Bunting closes out the hour, where Reid and Jay take a look ahead at the Oilers' upcoming road trip, listing what they think will be the goalie schedule for the team. They also note that the move has no retention on Jarry's contract.
Tristan Jarry is now a member of the Edmonton Oilers, with GM Stan Bowman swapping Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Have the Oilers found their answer in goal? Is this a sideways move for Edmonton, or have they made a solid improvement in net?   Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne share all the details on the big trade, diving into the numbers, contracts, and future for the players involved. TSN's Mark Masters also weighs in on the move, joining Reid and Jay to preview tomorrow's tilt between the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs!   The fellas then introduce the Off-Topic Topic for William Huff, getting fans involved in the program to ask them what they think the biggest change in Edmonton has been since 2014, pretending they had the chance to speak with the former Oil King, Tristan Jarry. Jay then gives out his Play of the Day for Play Alberta, as he has his first chance to share some thoughts on the done deal. Plus, we hear from Chet Palmer during The Afternoon Headlines for 100.3 The BEAR!
A diversified Buying or Selling for Damon Bunting begins the hour as Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne debate the use of long-johns/long underwear at work. Plus, they debate if Bo Levi Mitchell is a top-five quarterback in CFL history. Reid and Jay then dish out some more hints for the Hudson's Canada's Pub Mystery Athlete of the Game!   Next up, Tom Gazzola connects with the fellas to share his insight into the Oilers, previewing tonight's matchup against the Red Wings. What have they been doing wrong? What has gone right for the team this year? Tommy also has some fun with the fellas, trying to guess today's athlete!   Some final preview of the Oilers' game and some NFL picks lead us into the Words of the Day for the Edmonton Public Library!
The Edmonton Oilers are 2-1-1 on their current homestand, with a battle against the Detroit Red Wings tonight. What do we see from the Oilers today? Will they come out flat-footed as they did against Buffalo, or will they show up big like they did in their win over Winnipeg? Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne dive into the game, talking about the possible approach for the Oilers tonight and what they'd like to see from the club.   Afterwards, they have the Alberta Blue Cross Courageous Moment as they continue their 12 Days of Trivia, counting down each month of 2025, quizzing each other with some February sports trivia from earlier this year. Reid tests Jay about the 4 Nations Face-Off, as Jay tests Reid's Super Bowl LIX knowledge, asking him about the biggest story coming from the contest.   Last but certainly not least, we welcome in the Athlete of the Week for Pasta Pantry, where local ringette star, rugby player and wrestler Kaylin Barry checks in to tell us about her story. She was diagnosed with leukemia at the age of 13 and battled through it all with sports!  
Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne share the stats and facts from both sides of the ice, discussing Stuart Skinner starting for Edmonton and former Oiler Cam Talbot getting the nod for the Wings. How can goaltenders with a save percentage below .900% find wins like Detroit's netminders have? What is the reason for the heightened goal scoring seen around the league? Has the NHL become a more offensive game?   The guys also note the headlines from practice, including some roster moves made by the Oilers. Reid and Jay then put the spotlight on Trent Frederic, comparing his lacklustre play to former Oiler Connor Brown. Jay brings up Brett Kulak's poor start to the year, asking Reid if he's gone under the radar of scrutiny with other members of the team being talked about more.   Some laughs are shared throughout the hour as they have the Off-Topic Topic for William Huff and The Afternoon Headlines for 100.3 The BEAR! Wilkins and Milne also chat about some times they've needed stitches after Frederic needed 14 of his own following yesterday's practice when he took a puck to the face. We note some fan responses on that topic as well.
Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne kick things off with some carryover from hour two, wrapping up Buying or Selling for Damon Bunting, debating if Vasily Podkolzin will finish the season top five in Oilers goal scoring. And do the Maple Leafs have an easier path to the playoffs than the Oilers? Brian Rode from Marmot Basin then checks in for the Weekly Marmot Basin Update, sharing some details on some sales at the slopes, and some events going on at the hill this week.   Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces is next as Reid and Jay introduce 12 days of trivia! They look back on the last twelve months to count down toward Christmas. They start with January, quizzing each other on who won the NCAA football playoffs and which team had the best month in the NHL to begin 2025, while sharing some Oscars trivia.   Words of the Day for the Edmonton Public Library steers the show to its end as Reid has to spell and define two words Jay brings to the table.    
The Edmonton Oilers dropped another game, with the team trailing 3-0 after 40 minutes of play, forcing overtime with a last-second goal by Connor McDavid. Why did the Oilers struggle to take control of the Sabres? How did Edmonton spark the comeback? And is that game a sign of a step back for the team, or just a temporary blemish?   Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne have The Oil... Understood for GCL Diesel tapping into the game, sharing some clips from HC Kris Knoblauch and some members of the Oilers' squad, debating what was said postgame, and following morning practice today. Did the Oilers play the right game? What needs to happen for the Oilers to avoid a similar outcome in their next contest? Reid and Jay discuss, breaking down all things Oilers during Buying or Selling for Damon Bunting as well.   In the world of football, Reid and Jay connect with EE alum Odell Willis, the new DL coach for the Edmonton Wildcats. He looks back on his time in the CFL, discussing his new position and why he got into coaching in the first place.
Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne delve into yesterday's contest between the Edmonton Oilers and Buffalo Sabres, summarizing the key moments to highlight the good and bad for the Oilers. Are they trying to be too fancy with the puck, avoiding the simple play?   Joaquin Gage, former Oilers goalie and co-host of EST Afternoons, swings by the studio to discuss it all, illustrating his view of the Oilers' response in the third period while chatting about Evan Bouchard's blunders. What adjustments would he like to see? How would a concerned teammate approach a possible conversation with his peer? Gager looks back on his career, sharing some pro insight on the hypothetical situation.   The third segment has Jay lay out his Play of the Day for Play Alberta, tapping into tonight's NHL slate. Reid also delivers The Afternoon Headlines for 100.3 The BEAR. They take a break from sports to engage with fans, having Reid open an "Ask Me Anything" as they get into the Off-Topic Topic for William Huff. If appliances could talk, which one would complain the most?
The Oilers welcome the Sabres to town, with Buffalo wrapping up a back-to-back, losing 7-4 in Calgary last night. How will the Oilers approach the game? Is this the start of a win streak? What has gone right for the team? Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne discuss.   To football, they chat about Philip Rivers reportedly returning to the NFL to rejoin the Colts at the ripe age of 44. What would be the hardest sport to play over the age of 40? Reid and Jay answer that question before chatting about the Elks signing Cody Fajardo. Can he bring the EE to the promised land? What does the signing mean for the future of Tre Ford?   The boys then name the winner of the Hudson's Canada's Pub Mystery Athlete of the Game, moving into the River Cree Inbox to see who could answer Reid's difficult trivia question. Wilkins and Milner go on to list the Elks' 2026 schedule, reviewing what improvements the team needs to make before next season.   Words of the Day for the Edmonton Public Library closes things out on the show!
Off the top of the hour, former Oiler Shawn Belle catches up with Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne to preview the Oilers hosting the Sabres. Can they make it three in a row? What has he thought of the team's recent surge? Will the Oilers keep their winning ways rolling? Bellezy also shares his dream "goon" line for the Oilers, tackling today's Off-Topic Topic for William Huff, gabbing about the NFL as well.   The boys shift into The Oil... Understood, for GCL Diesel, to play some Oilers sound bites from today's skate. What does Mattias Ekholm think about his team's two-game win streak? How does HC Kris Knoblauch view his team's game as of date? And what needs to keep clicking for Edmonton to find continued success? Is it goaltending, defence or offence? What's most important? Reid and Jay share their thoughts.   Moving on, we have Buying or Selling for Damon Bunting, where the fellas gloss over the Oilers' upcoming schedule, debating how they might fare.    
A busy day for Edmonton with the Oilers in action against the Sabres, and the Elks re-signing Cody Fajardo. Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne delve into both teams, with former Sabres goalie Marty Biron checking in to preview the Oilers contest.   Marty Biron gives some insight into the Buffalo squad as the MSG Network analyst shares the story of last night's loss to the Flames, the Sabres' season as a whole, and so much more surrounding the gold and blue. He discusses the impact of Ryan McLeod in Buffalo, touching on Jesper Wallstedt's rookie season in Minnesota, as Biron looks back on his own NHL debut.   Wilkins also dives into The Afternoon Headlines for 100.3 The BEAR, with Jay dishing out his Play of the Day for Play Alberta to sprinkle some cash on the Oilers tonight! Plus, the guys have some fun as they have the Off-Topic Topic for William Huff, asking fans for their dream Oilers "goon" line. And do goons even exist in the NHL anymore? Reid and Jay debate.
On the court, the U of A Pandas are 17-0 on the season. HC Scott Edwards connects with the fellas to chat about their season and what he's seen from his club. Who are the big names on the team? Is it star talent or is team depth contributing to their strong season? Edwards breaks it down.   Throughout the hour, the guys share some fan input from the YouTube Nasty Chat and the River Cree Inbox, as they also get Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces, discussing a big event happening Friday at Edmonton Sports Talk, while debating if Die Hard is a Christmas movie or not.   Wilkins and Milne then chat a bit more about the Oilers before having the Words of the Day for the Edmonton Public Library.
The Oil Kings' Teddy Bear Toss took place last night. Jay Milne attended the game with his family, as Jay summarizes the event overall! The teddy bear goal scorer Joe Iginla pops by to tell Reid Wilkins and Milne about the moment, what he saw at ice level, while recapping his season to this point!   Afterwards, Reid and Jay circle back to the Edmonton Oilers, delivering the headlines surrounding the team and their injuries, playing some audio clips from HC Kris Knoblauch and captain Connor McDavid. What did they change to find success in their last two contests? How does scoring more goals affect the team's confidence? Wilkins and Milne discuss and dissect what McDavid and Knobluach had to say while chatting about the progression of Matt Savoie.   Buying or Selling for Damon Bunting fills the final segment of the hour, as Reid and Jay share some things they have in mind regarding the Oilers and the NFL. Are the Bills the scariest team in the league? What does Reid think about people giving the time of day to all the odd trade rumours surrounding the Oilers? Will the Oilers even make a goalie trade? 
A fun-filled, informative hour of the show sees Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne dive into the headlines surrounding the Edmonton Oilers, with HC Kris Knoblauch sharing some injury updates on his squad. The boys also dip into the Oilers' locker room to hear what the team had to say after Saturday's win, putting the spotlight on Curtis Lazar.   During the hour, Jay Milne recaps the Oil Kings Teddy Bear Toss he had the chance to witness yesterday, as the guys share The Off-Topic Topic for William Huff, asking fans about something they've never done that people would be surprised about. Jay then gives his Play of the Day for Play Alberta, previewing the MNF matchup as the boys also share their two cents on the NFL weekend as a whole.
The Edmonton Elks are launching the EE Selects Program, which allows elite youth players in the game to develop their skills. EE alum Jed Roberts is one of the coaches, with Roberts connecting with Reid and Jay to chat about the launch and the goals for the program. Roberts also shares his view of the Oilers and the World Cup!   Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne shift to Buying or Selling for Damon Bunting, where they dissect a range of topics from the World Cup to life, and wherever else they end up going!   To wrap up the week on the show, the guys get Fired Up for Gemco Fireplaces as they have Name the Animal. Then, Jay tests Reid with the Words of the Day for the Edmonton Public Library.
To kick off the hour, Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne have Jay's Play of the Day for Play Alberta to place some cash on the weekend NFL slate before they check out the River Cree Inbox to get some fan responses on the Off-Topic Topic for William Huff regarding a new name for the 'Group of Death' in the World Cup.   Staying in soccer, Canada's group is now set for next year. Wilkins and Milne get into the big stories surrounding the event, sharing their thoughts on the World Cup draw. TSN's Matthew Scianitti clicks into the program to talk about it all! Is it a favourable group for the Canadian's? Did they produce the event correctly from a viewership standpoint? What should Canadian's be most worried about in their current group?   The Oil... Understood, for GCL Diesel is next as Reid and Jay break down the 9-4 shellacking of the Kraken, the Oilers' overall performance and the fact that Connor McDavid started to shoot!
The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Seattle Kraken 9-4 at home! Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne get into the matchup, highlighting what they saw in each period, while discussing how Edmonton continued to pour it on. Was that showing from Connor McDavid proof of why he should fire more pucks toward the net? Did they play well overall, or did they merely outscore their opponent? Plus, the FIFA World Cup draw wrapped up, with Canada's group set for next year. The boys get into all of that!   Benny Thomson, the co-host of The Oil Stream Pre/Postgame Shows and producer of Hello Hockey, swings by the studio to have his Blind Trivia related to the World Cup. He tests Reid and Jay's knowledge regarding Canada's club, having to say whether the name he says is a player from Canada or a Canadian musician. That's all during The Afternoon Debate for the Edmonton Garrison Memorial Golf & Curling Club.   Then, Luke Gazdic, friend of the show, former Oiler and current Sportsnet broadcaster, checks into the program to recap the game, sharing his thoughts on the Oilers' squad as a whole. Does he think McDavid should shoot more? Is this a sign of things to come for the Oilers? Did he watch the World Cup draw? He shares his thoughts, looking at the bigger picture for the Oilers.   Wilkins and Milne also have The Afternoon Headlines for 100.3 The BEAR and the Off-Topic Topic for William Huff, where they ask fans to name the most difficult group in the World Cup!    
Buying or Selling for Damon Bunting begins the hour as Reid Wilkins and Jay Milne give each other some sports takes to buy or sell. Should the IOC name six to 8 permanent sites for the Olympics? Should the NHL eliminate divisions, and how would that work?   Wilky and Milner shift into the Alberta Blue Cross Courageous Moment to discuss the World Cup, and some big coverage EST is providing for the draw tomorrow. Reid also shares a remarkable fact regarding the attendance of a specific World Cup game, diving into the story behind the event as well.   We also get some final preview of the Oilers vs Kraken game, with the Words of the Day for the Edmonton Public Library sending the show to its end.
Off the hop, the guys name the winner of today's Hudson's Canada's Pub Mystery Athlete of the game, before they get into a conversation regarding the most popular athletes in the 20th century!   Then, Reid Wilkins, who's always on the beat at Rogers Place, shoots out some Oilers audio clips for Jay Milne as they summarize the quotes from the room, sharing their thoughts on what the team had to say after morning skate. How can they find their groove and start forming some consistent play? What does a bounce-back game look like for Connor McDavid? That's all during The Oil... Understood for GCL Diesel, with Jay making his Play of the Day for Play Alberta, cooking up an Oilers-centric bet as well.   To football, they plunge into the Athlete of the Week for Pasta Pantry, where Wilkins and Milne get in touch with a Ty Hoffarth, provincial football champion with the Breton Cougars, to recap their championship game and what he brings to the field. His HC, Corey Colwell, also pops by.
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