EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage

Hernan  delivers Hernan's Noticias, where he notes the other tales from the NHL, March Madness, NFL, and whatever else made today's headlines! EST's very own Matthew Iwanyk swings by to dive into it all! Plus at what point do the Oilers need to get pissed off with the Panthers and show some push back? What to expect tomorrow vs. the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Screw Lets Do It Parlay. 

Tipping off in March Madness, round one action is underway with so many teams hitting the court. Who's winning right now? Which marquee matchups are on tap? Hernan and Joaquin keep you posted as they get to Hernan's Noticias, sharing stories from other sports as well. The boys continue to preview Oilers vs. Panthers, can they win 3 in a row for a second time this season. Plus we take a look at Nik...

It's gameday for the Oilers as they host the Panthers in hopes of finding their second three-game win streak of the season. Ahead of the game, the Oilers made a move, recalling Roby Järventie from the AHL Condors. Will he play tonight? What should we expect from the game? Who gets the start, and will the Oilers make it three in a row? Hernan Salas and former Oiler Joaquin Gage have so much to talk...

A plethora of Oilers discussion throughout today's two-hour program as we shine the spotlight on players who stepped up with one of their stars out for some time. During Hernan's Noticias, Hernan shares the latest from around the world of sports, exploring major news from the NHL, WBC, NFL, March Madness and whatever else came up overnight and from this morning! To talk more about the World Baseba...

In Leon Draisaitl's first game out due to injury, the Oilers held off the pesky Sharks to win 5-3 at home. Max Jones scored the game-winning goal, Matt Savoie was offered some power-play time with the top unit, and the Oilers' depth flourished throughout the game. Some mishaps at times, but overall, the team played a solid game in all three zones. Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage share their thoughts...

Will it be a high-scoring affair, or will the Oilers continue to improve their defensive game to hold back Macklin Celebrini and the rest of this young, high-flying San Jose squad? Plus who needs to step up production wise for the Oilers in the absence of Leon Draisaitl.  Also, your favourite Patrick, this day in... and the Screw It Lets Do It Parlay.  Hernan Salas - Joaquin Gage  

Ahead of tonight's game against the Sharks, the Oilers announced that Leon Draisaitl is expected to miss the remainder of the regular season with a lower-body injury he suffered early in the first period against the Predators on Sunday. Can the Oilers evolve their game with Draisaitl out for a while? How will HC Kris Knoblauch respond to this at ice level? Which players will be expected to produce...

Mick Kern from SiriusXM NHL Network Radio connects with the boys to go around the NHL! Gager and Salas continue to talk Oilers and look ahead to their schedule this week and ask can they survive without Leon Draisaitl? They also touch on the Oscars and Emoji's! 

The Oilers outlasted the Predators 3-1 last night in a physical contest, with Leon Draisaitl sustaining an injury that forced him out of the game early. Plus, Edmonton and Calgary were both announced as hosts for the 2028 World Cup of Hockey! Hernan Salas and former Oiler Joaquin Gage explore last night's contest, breaking down Draisaitl's injury. Plus a Race Recap from the weekend, discussing F1,...

For the entire second hour of the program, the CEO of Sport Edmonton, Evan Daum, slides in as a guest host to chat Oilers, World Baseball Classic, Blue Jays and the Sport Edmonton.  With Canada challenging Team USA in the WBC quarterfinal, Ian Harrison, Blue Jays writer and reporter for The Associated Press, clicks in to chat with Hernan and Evan to preview the big matchup and to share some insigh...

The Oilers spotted the Stars three goals in the first period, which led to a 7-2 defeat in Dallas. Scrappy scrums, Captain Connor getting rough, Trent Frederic throwing gloves in faces, but no comeback in the end. Hernan Salas explores the game, recapping the road trip up to this point, highlighting the play of Tristan Jarry, the defence, and the team's depth. So far, it's been two steps forward,...

Back to the NHL, we look at the upcoming 14-game schedule, which goes later tonight. We go coast-to-coast to play some bets on the action while listing some important contests to keep tabs on for Oilers fans. To baseball, Levi Weaver, who's covering the World Baseball Classic for The Athletic, clicks in to recap the event up to this point, before previewing Canada's upcoming quarterfinal against T...

It's game three of a four-game road trip for the Oilers, with Edmonton seeking its second three-game win streak of the season when they battle the Stars. How have the Stars looked recently? What are their head-to-head records? Who's in, and who's out for both sides? Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage explore the matchup, sharing projected lineups, starters, and injury updates, and noting their recent g...

Salas and Gager continue to break down the Oilers impressive win over the the Avs and they look ahead to the Thursday contest, Sam Nestler from DLLS Sports gives us a shout to chat about the Stars' current makeup, injuries, recent games, and deadline pickups! Plus Noticias with Salas as they chat the Baltimore Ravens voiding their deal for Maxx Crosby and then signing Trey Hendrickson, Italy beati...

The Oilers and Avalanche battled in a fierce, physical contest, with the Oilers suffering multiple injuries along the way. Any updates on the status of Ty Emberson and Colton Dach? What happened to Connor Ingram late in the second? How did the Oilers finish the game after their starting netminder left? Did Tristan Jarry hold sway? Should fans be worried about his departure from the game? Hernan Sa...

To summarize the NHL Trade Deadline and to preview the home stretch of the regular season, Scott Burnside from Burnside on Hockey steps in. He highlights specific teams making a push for the playoffs, the amazing season the Sabres are having, the biggest winners of the deadline and the Oilers as well. Plus, Salas and Gager preview Oilers and Avs that goes down tonight as well as the Screw It Lets...

Hernan Salas and former Oilers goalie Joaquin Gage have a busy show, diving into the Oilers/Avs game, recapping last night's NHL slate, before teeing up today's 13-game schedule! Any big stories from yesterday's five-gamer? How are the Avs' deadline pickups looking in Nick Roy and Nazem Kadri? How have they performed this season, and as of late? How will Avs HC Jared Bednar deploy his star-studded...

In hour 2, Salas brings you the Noticias as there's a lot of NFL action out there and the boys take a look at some teams pushing for the a wildcard spot in the NHL.  Elsewhere, George Russell won the Australian GP, with F1 analyst Tim Hauraney popping by to dive into the action. Hernan and Gager look around the other headlines in the sports world, touching on some big news in the NFL, while hittin...

Hernan Salas and former Oiler Joaquin Gage break down both games, glossing over the home game against Carolina, placing emphasis on the Vegas contest. They have Highlights/Lowlights, noting specific moments of the game before looking at the standings to illustrate where the Oilers stand today. What's next for this Oilers crew? What else should you keep tabs on around the NHL?  Joe Yerdon from Blea...

Connor Murphy, Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach are all expected to make their Oilers debut as Edmonton plays host to Carolina! What are the projected lineups? Who gets the nod in goal? What else is going on in Oil Country, and around the NHL?  To chat about the Oilers moves, Derek Van Diest from NHL.com sneaks into the program, before Michael Traikos from The Hockey News goes around the league, sh...

The clock has struck 1:00 with the NHL Trade Deadline officially hit! Which team's made a splash today? Who were the biggest sellers this year? Who won, and made the best moves on paper? Are there any teams that have made themselves contenders now? Who looks to be out of the mix? Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage recap all the action! 

Does this move make Edmonton a sure contender for the Stanley Cup this season? Is a first-round pick too much for a player like Dickinson? What should we know about the two newest members of the Oilers? Do the Oilers need to make any roster moves to make the cap work? Plus, Oilers GM Stan Bowman addressed the media during today's show. The boys share the key quotes from his availability, bringing...

The Oilers have flipped Andrew Mangiapane and a 2027 first-round pick to Chicago in exchange for Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach. In the move, the Blackhawks retain 50% of Dickinson's expiring contract worth $4.25 million. Hernan Salas and former Oilers goalie Joaquin Gage have all the information! They note the contracts, season stats, playstyle and important things to know about each of the two...

Around the NHL, trade buzz continues with the Canucks dealing Tyler Myers to the Stars, and the Wild making a move yesterday, acquiring Michael McCarron from the Predators for a second-round pick. The Predators also sold Cole Smith to Vegas for a mid-round pick. Who else might be on the move? Do the Oilers add another piece before Friday's trade deadline? Dan Rosen, Senior Writer for NHL.com and h...

With another difficult defensive showing, what actually went down at ice level? How did the new lineups look to start? What tweaks did HC Kris Knoblauch make to get the win? Who steps out when Connor Murphy makes his debut for the Oilers?   Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage navigate these questions throughout another Oilers-centric program. We see the return Highlights/Lowlights as Gager shares some p...