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Brenden Escott opens the September 28 show looking back at CFL action for Edmonton against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and preseason NHL action ahead of puck drop on the regular season on Tuesday night. Don’t forget to follow Brenden and the show on X (@BrendenEscott & @InsideSportsAB) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

We dive into the biggest storylines from Week 3 of the NFL season with Dalton Wasserman, including Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons’ surprising Thursday night performance, the growing pressure on backup quarterbacks and whether preseason preparation is contributing to slow starts. We also look at the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes, the Rams’ Super Bowl aspirations, the teams making the biggest impres...

The Elks’ four-game winning streak is over after a 24–19 loss in Toronto, and we’re joined by Blake Dermott to break down the red-zone struggles, Cody Fajardo’s performance and what went wrong despite nearly 39 minutes of possession. Plus, a look ahead to Hamilton and how Edmonton can respond. We also recap Calgary’s wild 40–38 win over Ottawa, René Paredes’ 62-yard game-winner, the Stamps’ defens...

Logan Gordon joins us from QR 770 in Calgary to discuss his excitement for the season, Calgary’s biggest training camp storylines, Brennan Othmann’s impression, Aydar Suniev’s role, and Sam Honzek’s return from injury. Plus, a look at the final preseason matchup against Edmonton and the key decisions facing the Flames before opening night. Don’t forget to follow Brenden and the show on X (@Brenden...

Brenden Escott opens the September 25 show recapping Thursday action in the NHL preseason for the Oilers and Flames, complete with audio from players and coaches on both teams. Plus, a look at Saturday’s showdown to conclude the preseason between the Flames and Oilers in Edmonton. Don’t forget to follow Brenden and the show on X (@BrendenEscott & @InsideSportsAB) and subscribe to the show wherever...

John Ewing of BetMGM joins us for another edition of the Wednesday Parlay, breaking down the NFL betting market heading into Week 3, the biggest early-season overreactions and the spreads drawing the most attention. We also dive into the biggest matchups in college football, including Texas-Tennessee and Ole Miss-Florida, before bringing it home with the Edmonton Elks and Calgary Stampeders. Don’t...

Glen Suitor joins us to break down a wild Week 16 in the CFL, including Calgary’s thrilling 40–38 win over Ottawa, the Stamps’ defensive concerns, Vernon Adams Jr.’s progression and a quick turnaround for the rematch. Plus, Edmonton’s 24–19 loss in Toronto, the Elks’ red-zone struggles and defensive breakdowns, and whether there’s any reason for concern heading into a crucial Week 17 matchup with...

Paige Martin joins us to preview the 2026-27 Oilers, from the early impact of Mike Babcock and his demanding practices to a revamped defence and the evolving picture in goal with Tristan Jarry and Devon Levi. We also get Paige’s early read on the team’s energy and identity and reflect on her time working alongside Tony Brar as he moves to Sportsnet. Don’t forget to follow Brenden and the show on X...

Brenden Escott opens the September 23 show with an update on Oilers and Flames preseason action following Tuesday games for both Alberta teams. Hear both Flames and Oilers audio and then find out whether the Blue Jays managed to salvage postseason aspirations in a double-header against the Baltimore Orioles. Don’t forget to follow Brenden and the show on X (@BrendenEscott & @InsideSportsAB) and su...

Mike Richards of The Raw Mike Richards Show joins us to break down Calgary’s dramatic win over Ottawa in the CFL, highlighted by Rene Paredes’ 62-yard field goal, and what the Stampeders need to show in the rematch. Plus, after the Edmonton Elks’ suffer a tough loss in Toronto, a look at Cody Fajardo’s performance and the questions facing the West leaders heading into the playoffs. We also recap t...

Some Oilers discussion to start the block, then Danny Austin of Postmedia joins us to break down the Calgary Flames’ preseason opener, a 4–2 loss to Seattle. We discuss Aydar Suniev’s two-goal performance, Samuel Honzek’s encouraging return, Brennan Othmann’s physicality and ejection and Matvei Gridin’s first outing. Plus, Ryan Huska’s approach to preseason, Calgary’s power-play struggles and the...

Brenden Escott opens the September 21 edition of Inside Sports with thoughts on the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames after one preseason game apiece. Plus, audio from players and coaches. Then, a quick hit on the Alberta teams in the CFL and how they fared over the weekend in action against Ottawa and Toronto, respectively. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming au...

Kevin Radomski joins us ahead of Sunday’s Oil Kings home opener against Calgary to preview a season designed to make every game an event. We discuss Family Fun Sunday, Tristan Jarry’s return to Edmonton, free popcorn throughout September and October and the 34 different promotions planned for 34 home games. Plus, the early demand for the Teddy Bear Toss and what it says about the Oil Kings’ connec...

First, Brenden is joined by Stampeders play-by-play voice Mark Stephen for a preview of their game against the winless Ottawa REDBLACKS. Hear how they’ll make up for the absence of running back Dedrick Mills and how they avoid succumbing to the pressure of a near must-win scenario. Then, Elks colour analyst Dave Campbell joins the show to preview an Edmonton vs Toronto game from Ontario with thoug...

Janson Duench joins us to break down the early days of Mike Babcock’s first Oilers training camp, including his approach, communication style and the response from the players. We also look at the early line combinations, the biggest unanswered roster questions, Ike Howard’s camp and what Evan Bouchard’s new leadership role could mean for his season. Plus, which Oiler has the most to prove, and wh...

Brenden Escott opens the September 18 edition of Inside Sports discussing the Oilers and Flames as NHL training camps continue in Alberta’s two big cities. Plus, we check in with the Toronto Blue Jays in their critical series against the Texas Rangers. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Brenden and Inside Sports on X (@BrendenEscott & @InsideSpor...

Locked On Blue Jays host Brayden Ewasko joins us to assess Toronto’s playoff push with just nine games remaining. We discuss the team’s inconsistency, Dylan Cease’s recent velocity concerns, Trey Yesavage’s anticipated return and the latest on Anthony Santander. Plus, what does Vladimir Guerrero Jr. need to deliver down the stretch, how pivotal is the upcoming series against Texas, and what questi...

New Calgary Hitmen G.M. Cass Bruni joins Brenden Escott to discuss his appointment, the offseason moves that shaped his roster and the identity he hopes to establish in Calgary. We look back at training camp, highlight players poised to make an impact, including returning forwards Julien Maze and Andrei Molgachev, and explore the importance of leadership, player retention and continuity in today’s...

The Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames were both back on the ice as training camps across the NHL are underway. Brenden Escott brings you a bevy of audio from both Edmonton and Calgary, including Leon Draisaitl, Mike Babcock, Ryan Huska and Zayne Parekh. Then, a mix of your calls and texts ahead of the start of pre-season game action. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your str...

Brenden Escott opens the September 17 show with thoughts and updates on the open day of training camps for the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames. Plus, a rip around the rest of the headlines in the NHL and from around the sporting world on a terrific Thursday in Alberta. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Brenden and Inside Sports on X (@Brenden...

Another Wednesday means another Wednesday Parlay, powered by BetMGM. Brenden Escott is joined by John Ewing from BetMGM to look at what moving and shaking the sports betting world. Hear about the most-bet games in the NCAA and NFL, as well as thoughts on the Edmonton Elks and Toronto Argonauts game as Brenden assembles another three-leg parlay for the week. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show an...

Washington made a major offseason push to reshape its roster around Alex Ovechkin, adding Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch, Boone Jenner and Vincent Desharnais. Capitals beat writer Sammi Silber joins us to break down the new additions, Ovechkin’s expectations for Year 22, extensions for Ryan Leonard and Justin Sourdif, Cole Hutson’s rookie outlook, and more. Plus, how much better are the Capitals, and wha...

The Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames each held medical assessments ahead of the start of training camp, and Brenden Escott brings you the latest audio from the Alberta capital, where G.M. Stan Bowman spoke at length with the media about the Alex Formenton signing, the team heading into the season and much more. Plus, you’ll also hear from Oilers defencemen Evan Bouchard and Jake Walman as well a...

Brenden Escott opens the September 16 show with the headlines from the day in the sports world including Blue Jays action in their pursuit of a playoff spot, NHL training camps opening across the league and the CFL hitting a playoff push of its own. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Brenden and Inside Sports on X (@BrendenEscott & @InsideSportsA...

The Chiefs opened the season with a statement 31–10 win over Denver, but what did we actually learn about this version of Kansas City? We’re joined by Joshua Brisco from Kansan City’s radio broadcasts to break down Patrick Mahomes’ return from injury, Kenneth Walker’s explosive debut and whether the Chiefs can build a more balanced ground game, plus an impressive defensive performance in the post-...