The Oil Stream

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 expectations, and whether he's getting the respect he deserves.
The fellas also take a closer look at Ike Howard. Does Howard NEED to get a look in Edmonton's top six, and if so, how many games should the Oilers give him to prove he belongs?
Plus, Sean Reynolds believes Connor Hellebuyck would consider being traded to Edmonton. Could the Oilers actually be a destination for the Vezina-winning goaltender, and what would it take to make that happen?
 
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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! With the new campaign fast approaching, Trev, Hernan, and Benny put their reputations on the line and lock in their official predictions for the NHL's biggest individual awards! From the Hart Trophy and Art Ross to the Vezina and Ted Lindsay, the fellas debate who takes home the league's top honours this season. All that, hot takes, and so much more on another edition of The Oil Stream!
 
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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 Spector's latest piece, titled "New season, same questions for Oilers." Spec digs into the familiar Summer themes—from the top-six setup to lingering questions in goal. The fellas debate the piece line-by-line: Is he spot on, or is he missing the mark with this group?
Then, with roster spots up for grabs, the boys lay out their projected second lines for opening night! Who slots in alongside Leon Draisaitl, and what combination gives Edmonton the best scoring balance?
To cap off the show on a high note, EA Sports NHL 27 officially dropped their full video game soundtrack today, and let's just say... they included some absolute BANGERS this year!
 
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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 scoring depth across the league?
Then, the boys play general manager! Each host brings ONE Unrestricted Free Agent to the table they want the Oilers to invite to training camp on a PTO (Professional Tryout Agreement). Who is the best fit to come in and push for a roster spot on a team with Stanley Cup aspirations?
Finally, Dusty dives into Zach Hyman's numbers for today's edition of The Numbers Game, presented by Play Alberta!
 
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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 Oilers pull off at the deadline to bolster a Cup run?
Under-26 Expectations: What are realistic expectations for the young core? What kind of steps do the under-26 guys need to take to drive this team forward? All that, hot takes from fans, and so much more on another edition of The Oil Stream!
 
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