EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage

During hour two, the focus shifts to combat sports as Zachary 'Koob' Kubusch and Joaquin Gage preview UFC 329, breaking down the biggest matchups and storylines. To get some professional insight on McGregor's return to the octagon, UFC 329 as a whole, and the new Meta UFC rankings, Nolan King from USA Today, Tapology and MMA Junkie checks in to the program!   Without Hernan, the boys still deliver...

A new face joins EST Afternoons as Zachary "Koob" Kubusch makes his hosting debut alongside Joaquin Gage!   The guys kick off the show by breaking down the Edmonton Elks' dominant 40-17 victory over the Ottawa REDBLACKS, highlighted by Justin Rankin's three-touchdown performance. They'll discuss what stood out from the win, what it means for the Elks moving forward, and whether Edmonton has turned...

Hour 2 gets underway with the guys discussing the latest injury news surrounding Connor Bedard, who is expected to miss four months. They also dive into Tom Dundon's decision to have his family engraved on the Stanley Cup and react to former NHLer Mike Commodore revealing a threatening email he received from the Edmonton Oilers. The boys keep tabs on the live World Cup quarterfinal between France...

Salas and Gage kick off the show by recapping the 3rd Annual EST Golf Classic before diving into a fun debate on the '90s classic Point Break —is it a great movie, just good, or completely overrated? Later, TSN 1200's AJ Jakubec joins the show to preview Thursday night's CFL matchup between the Edmonton Elks and Ottawa Redblacks, breaking down the key storylines and what to watch for. To wrap thin...

Salas and Gage open the show with a music debate, asking whether the Beastie Boys are all-time greats or overrated, while reminiscing about some of the biggest bands from past generations. TSN's Josh Lewenberg joins the program to discuss Kyle Lowry officially retiring as a Toronto Raptor, where he ranks among the franchise's all-time greats, and the return of Kawhi Leonard. The guys also dive int...

Salas and Gage kick off the show by breaking down the USA's loss to Belgium and Argentina's incredible comeback against Egypt, scoring three late goals to pull off a stunning victory. The guys then dive into Noticias, touching on the Blue Jays' continued struggles, Claude Giroux remaining in Ottawa, and a sad day for sports radio in both Calgary and Vancouver. Later, Marc Majeau from the MCTV Podc...

Hour 2 gets rolling with Noticias as Salas and Gage hit the biggest stories from around the sports world, including Charles Leclerc grabbing pole at the British Grand Prix, plus all the latest buzz from the NBA and NHL. Then, Patrick Present of The Hockey News joins the guys from Anaheim to break down the Ducks' biggest offseason dilemma. What should GM Pat Verbeek do with the Flyers' offer sheet...

Salas and Gage kick off the show by recapping their weekend before diving into Canada's Round of 16 exit at the World Cup against Morocco. The guys discuss where Canada needs to improve moving forward and why it's time for fans to ease up on Alphonso Davies. They also break down the Edmonton Elks' first loss of the season to the BC Lions, plus chat about the Oilers locking up Shakir Mukhamadullin...

Hour 2 is all about big matchups as the boys preview Canada's Round of 16 showdown with Morocco at the FIFA World Cup, breaking down the key storylines and what Canada needs to do to punch its ticket to the quarterfinals. They also set the stage for the Elks and Lions meeting from Kelowna. Plus, the guys look back on Darnell Nurse's time in Edmonton and discuss how the longtime Oilers defenceman s...

Salas and Gage kick off the show with breaking NHL news as the Philadelphia Flyers shake up the league by signing Ducks star Leo Carlsson to a massive five-year, $18 million AAV offer sheet. The guys break down what it means for both franchises and the ripple effects across the NHL. They also recap Vernon Adams Jr.'s dominant performance, throwing six touchdown passes and rushing for another as th...

Salas and Gage return from the Canada Day festivities to break down a wild start to NHL free agency. The Oilers make headlines by moving Darnell Nurse to San Jose, adding Stanley Cup champion Frederik Andersen in goal, and bolstering their depth. The big question: Are the Oilers a better team today than they were a week ago?

Taylor Haase of DK Pittsburgh Sports joins the show to break down the Oilers' newest blueliner, Ryan Shea, discussing his strengths, weaknesses, and whether he can build on his breakout 2025-26 season. Plus, the guys recap the busiest teams from the opening of free agency, the biggest player movement, and what's next for the Oilers this offseason.

The boys dive into the blockbuster report that Kawhi Leonard is being traded back to Toronto in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and multiple draft picks. They break down the deal, react to listener and viewer opinions, and debate whether the move could be enough to lure LeBron James north of the border. Later, Derek Van Diest of NHL.com joins the show to discuss Canada's Round of 16 matc...

Salas and Gage kick off the show with World Cup talk as Canada officially learns its Round of 16 opponent after Morocco's upset win over the Netherlands. With NHL Free Agency opening tomorrow, the boys break down what realistic moves the Oilers can make, which contracts could be moved, and what the future holds for Darnell Nurse. Plus, a BREAKING NEWS REPORT as Kawhi Leonard is reportedly heading...

Hour 2 gets underway with a look back at some of the Oilers' draft history and just how many of those picks actually suited up in Edmonton. The boys also revisit the blockbuster Taylor Hall-for-Adam Larsson trade on its 10-year anniversary. They wrap up the hour with F1 talk following the Austrian Grand Prix and another edition of Noticias, covering the latest headlines from around the sports worl...

Salas and Gage kick off the show by recapping Canada's 1-0 win over South Africa, punching their ticket to the Round of 16. The guys also look ahead as Canada prepares to face either Morocco or the Netherlands. Harman Dayal from The Athletic joins the show to discuss a busy offseason for the Canucks, including the acquisition of Brendan Gallagher, the departure of Nils Höglander, and Vancouver sel...

Hour 2 kicks off with a look around the sports world as the boys dive into the Austrian Grand Prix, Jason Robertson reportedly turning down a $15 million offer from the Kraken, and the latest headlines making waves. Then, Edmonton Elks defensive backs coach Aaron Grymes joins the show to discuss the team's hot start, the dominant play of the secondary, and what's been key to the club's early succe...

Salas and Gage recap the Edmonton Elks' impressive win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers as they improve to 3-0. Is this defence the real deal? Plus, Justin Rankin continues to shine, special teams come up big, and the boys break down what's fueling Edmonton's perfect start. Also on the show, the latest NHL trade rumours are heating up ahead of tonight's Draft, along with plenty of Wings talk. Then,...

During the hour, Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage get to Hernan's Noticias to debate the legitimacy of a Darnell Nurse trade this Summer. What happens if the Oilers can't get rid of Nurse and his hefty contract? Will he keep playing for the team, or will he refuse to sport the Orange and Blue with management wanting to get rid of him?   Meanwhile, the 2-0 Edmonton Elks face the 1-1 Winnipeg Blue Bomb...

The Elks and Bombers clash, the NHL has seen tons of trade activity, and Canada's next opponent has been determined in the Group of 32! In other news, multiple media outlets have spoken with Connor McDavid to get his thoughts on Mike Babcock joining the Oilers...   Hernan Salas and former Oiler Joaquin Gage hit the pitch, the turf and ice to dissect all of their stories. They hone in on the Oilers...

Canada and Switzerland are underway to close their Group Stage play in Group B. With a win, Canada will make it to the Group of 32 for the first time ever! Ride along with Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage as they watch this glorious match throughout their two-hour program! Live reaction, soccer drama, footy debate, and everything else World Cup-related is on tap for today's show! During halftime, the...

More reaction to the Oilers officially hiring Mike Babcock, plus the latest NHL trade chatter and a look around the FIFA World Cup. Steven Ellis from Daily Faceoff joins the show to get you set for Friday's NHL Draft. Who goes first overall, which prospects could surprise, and who might be on the Oilers' radar when their second-round pick comes up?

The Mike Babcock era is officially underway in Edmonton. The Oilers introduce Babcock as their new head coach, with DJ Smith joining the staff as an assistant. Salas and Gage break down the biggest takeaways from the introductory press conference, what this means for the roster moving forward, and which players could see the biggest impact under the new regime. Plus, the guys take texts to hear ho...

Salas and Gage break down the Edmonton Oilers locking up Jason Dickson and Connor Murphy to new five-year deals. Are GMs too quick to hand out No-Movement Clauses and create future cap headaches? Plus, can Dickson truly thrive as a third-line centre, and should Oilers fans be concerned about Murphy's game aging into his mid-30s? Brandon Piller from Locked On Senators joins the show to discuss Otta...

Hour 2 rolls on with more Oilers talk as Salas and Gage dive deeper into the Dickinson and Murphy extensions. What's the upside, where's the risk, and how much flexibility does Edmonton still have with its remaining cap space? David Dwork from The Hockey News joins the show to break down Florida's blockbuster acquisition of Brady Tkachuk. How loaded are the Panthers up front now, and what are thei...