EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage

Salas and Gage break down a loaded NFL Sunday schedule. Which games have the boys circling, and what matchups are catching their attention? Then, we head to Columbus to talk all things Blue Jackets with Aaron Portzline of The Athletic. Adam Fantilli needs a new deal, what's going on with Kirill Marchenko, and head coach Scott Bowness isn't happy with a duo of players after they showed up to camp out of shape. Plus, what are the expectations for the Blue Jackets heading into the season?

TODAY'S SHOW IS FIRE!  We get you set for Friday's Elks vs. Argos matchup, then break down a wild Thursday Night Football game as the Bills take down the Lions 41–31. Plus, it's all about the Oilers with the latest from practice and hear from head coach Mike Babcock. He touches on Jason Dickinson and Mattias Ekholm, finding the right roles for the bottom six, and what young players need to bring to the table to find success. And it's a Chilean edition of Zach to the Future! Celebrating Chilean Independence Day with a special edition of the boys' favourite trip down memory lane!

In Hour 2, the boys go around the NHL with Noticias, talking Reaves' retirement, Drew Doughty getting the "C" in L.A., Curtis Lazar heading to Switzerland, and Chevy's latest comments on Connor Hellebuyck. Plus, a look at the BC Lions and Josh Hagerty's controversial play from this past weekend. Then, we preview the revamped Washington Capitals with Dan Holmi from Locked On Capitals before hearing from Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock.

The Oilers hit the ice for the first time this fall! Salas and Gage break down the Day 1 lines and defensive pairings, including what caught their attention and what they liked — and didn't like. Plus, hear from Ryan Shea as he speaks with the media following practice at Rogers Place. Then, a real man's Red Light District with Joaquin Gage!

In Hour 2, the previews continue as Gager and Hernan head to Anaheim to chat all things Ducks with Eric Stephens from The Athletic. They discuss Cutter Gauthier's new deal, whether Anaheim's defence is good enough, and if Leo Carlsson can handle the pressure and expectations heading into the upcoming season. Then, the boys Mix It Up with the WHL's three new rule changes and debate whether the NHL should consider the "No Return" Three-on-Three Overtime format. Plus hear from Oilers top defenceman Evan Bouchard as he met with the local media today.