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In our weekly coaching feature, Adam Manah joins us for Lexus South Pointe to reflect on some of the most powerful experiences in his coaching career. Looking back on the experiences that formed him as a coach, we gain insight and learn some valuable lessons. More information on summer camps and private sessions is available at ManahsHockeyDevelopment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Brenden Escott opens the April 17 show with Sportsnet’s Luke Gazdic joining for some playoff discussion. The regular season wrapped with absolute chaos—nowhere more so than the Pacific Division, where playoff scenarios shifted by the hour right up to the final buzzer. In this episode, we break down one of the wildest finishes in recent memory and what it all means heading into the postseason. We d...

As communities continue to grow, so does the demand for places to play, train and compete—but across the country, access to recreational space is becoming harder to come by. From packed ice rinks and overbooked soccer pitches to limited pool time and crowded courts, the gap between demand and available facilities is becoming impossible to ignore. So, what’s behind the shortage, and more importantl...

Brenden opens up the lines for your calls and texts on the Edmonton Oilers, NHL playoff races and other headlines from across the National Hockey League. It’s always a fun segment when the listeners get involved. Don’t miss it. And don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

With the playoff picture still taking shape, the race to the postseason has delivered no shortage of drama—and we’re breaking it all down. From the most intriguing potential first-round matchups to the teams surging at just the right time, there’s plenty to watch as the regular season winds down. We’re joined by Mick Kern from SiriusXM NHL Network Radio to take a closer look at the Edmonton Oilers...

Brenden Escott opens the April 15 show with some Oilers and Blue Jays discussion on an off day in Edmonton before the final game of the Oilers regular season. Hear audio from practice featuring Kris Knoblauch, Zach Hyman, Darnell Nurse and more, and don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices...

The playoffs are set and the Toronto Raptors are headed for a compelling first-round showdown with the Cleveland Cavaliers. In this episode, we dive deep into the matchup—breaking down the key battles that could ultimately decide the series, inspired by a detailed piece from Sportsnet’s Zulfi Sheikh, outlining the most important head-to-heads. We explore whether Toronto’s chemistry can outweigh th...

Fresh off another unforgettable weekend at Augusta National Golf Club, we reconnect with golf journalist Jason Logan to break down everything from this year’s Masters. The conversation starts with Rory McIlroy making history, going back-to-back and cementing his place among the game’s greats. We dive into what’s changed for Rory, how his long-awaited first green jacket may have unlocked another le...

It’s our weekly look around the National Hockey League with trusted NHL insider David Pagnotta from the Fourth Period. Hear the latest on G.M. searches, new head coaches thriving across the league and everything else from the hockey world. Find David’s work at theFourthPeriod.com and hear him on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio. Don’t forget to follow him on x (@TheFourthPeriod). Learn more about your a...

Brenden Escott opens the April 14 show with a recap of the most recent Edmonton Oilers action and a rip around the rest of the NHL and the playoff picture. Get audio from Coach Kris Knoblauch, Connor Ingram, Mattias Ekholm and Connor Murphy, and don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Learn all about the history and significance of National Hockey Card Day with Wayne Wagner from Wayne’s Sports Cards & Collectibles and Amanda Whitaker-Smith from Upper Deck. It’s a round table discussion ahead of one of the most exciting days on the calendar for hockey card collectors. We tell you what you can expect if you find yourself in a hobby shop on April 11th and why you may want to make...

It’s a preview of Edmonton’s final road game of the season out in Los Angeles with Dennis Bernstein from the Fourth Period and SiriusXM NHL Network Radio. Both teams are pushing hard to lock in playoff positioning, so the points mean a ton on both sides. Dennis and Brenden set the table ahead of this critical Saturday matinee. Follow Dennis on X (@DennisTFP). Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

The Minor Hockey Spotlight is back and Brenden Escott and Coach Adam Manah are back again with an update on Edmonton’s Spring Hockey circuit. Hear about another tournament taking place at West Edmonton Mall, the value of the extra ice time and a story about a unique experience Manah had coaching over the last few weeks. Don’t forget, more info is always available at ManahsHockeyDevelopment.com Lea...

Brenden Escott opens the April 10 show with an update on injured Oilers Jason Dickinson and Connor Ingram from practice ahead of their game against Los Angeles on the weekend. Get audio from Coach Kris Knoblauch and other others, and don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

In this episode, Brenden Escott dives into Edmonton’s growing boxing scene with IBC Light Heavyweight Champion Ethan Halabi and local fight analyst Dan Jones. At just 20 years old, Halabi is already making serious noise out of Alliance Boxing Club. He joins us to talk about his journey into the sport, the transition from amateur to pro and how his training and mindset have evolved as he climbs the...

Following a heartbreaking first-round playoff exit at the hands of the Saskatoon Blades, we catch up with Oil Kings General Manager Kirt Hill to reflect on the season and what comes next for the Edmonton Oil Kings. Hill shares his perspective on how the series unfolded, where things slipped away and what he learned about his group under playoff pressure. We also dive into individual performances,...

It’s a busy week around the NHL, and we break it all down with David Pagnotta, Editor-in-Chief of The Fourth Period. We kick things off in Toronto, where the Toronto Maple Leafs made headlines by moving on from G.M. Brad Treliving just moments after our last conversation. Who could be next in line to take over, and why are names like Sunny Mehta gaining traction? From there, we take a tour around...

Brenden Escott opens the April 9 show looking at Edmonton Oilers action from the against Utah and San Jose and everything else generating headlines in the sports world. Get audio from Coach Kris Knoblauch and other others, and don’t forget to follow Brenden on X (@BrendenEscott) and subscribe to the show wherever you get your streaming audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

The Toronto Blue Jays season is now six games old, and we investigate how things are starting out for the Blue Birds with Toronto-based sports reporter Adam Laskaris. Thoughts on Vladdy Guerrero Jr., the starting pitchers and much more. Follow Adam on X (@Adam_La2karis). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott sets up a showdown at Rogers Place between the Oilers and Chicago Blackhawks with the help of beat reporter Tab Bamford, who checks in with thoughts on Connor Bedard and the rest of the Hawks team. Follow Tab on X (@The1Tab) for more info on the Blackhawks throughout the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in to Inside Sports on 880 CHED with Brenden Escott for the latest Edmonton Oilers news, lineup notes, and pre-game insights ahead of their matchup against Chicago tomorrow night. Get set for in-depth hockey analysis, key storylines, and everything you need to know before puck drop—plus your calls and opinions on the Open Line. Don’t miss this must-hear episode for Oilers fans. Learn more abo...

Get ready for the latest Edmonton Oilers news and game-day insights on Inside Sports with Brenden Escott. We break down key Oilers updates, lineup notes, and what to watch ahead of their matchup against Chicago tomorrow night. Plus, it’s a historic moment in space exploration as NASA’s Artemis II mission launches—with Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen set to make a landmark journey around the moon....

The WHL playoffs are on in full force, and the Edmonton Oil Kings find themselves tied 1-1 with the Saskatoon Blades in the opening round. Hear from the overtime hero of Game 2, Ethan MacKenzie, who dishes on the series and his electric game-winner. All your Oil Kings information is available at chl.ca/whl-oilkings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott sets up a showdown at Rogers Place between the Oilers and Seattle Kraken with the help of play-by-play man Everett Fitzhugh, who checks in with thoughts on Jordan Eberle, Shane Wright, Berkley Catton and so much more. Follow Everett on X (@TheVoiceFitz) for more info on the Seattle Kraken throughout the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenden Escott is joined by The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta for a rip around the NHL’s headlines and rumors. Get thoughts on Vegas and John Tortarella taking over behind the bench for Bruce Cassidy, Philadelphia’s late push for a playoff spot, Gavin McKenna’s potential participation with Hockey Canada this spring and much more! Follow Dave on X (@TheFourthPeriod) and be sure to visit TheFourthP...