Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers

In this special crossover edition of Locked On Oilers and Locked On Panthers, hosts Nick Zararis and Armando Velez dive deep into the state of the Stanley Cup Final heading into Game 4. From Connor McDavid’s five-on-five struggles and Stuart Skinner’s short leash, to Florida’s suffocating structure and elite net-front chaos, this is the full tactical breakdown ahead of a pivotal swing game. Will t...

After a blowout loss in Game 3, the Edmonton Oilers face a crucial Game 4 in the Stanley Cup Final. In this episode of Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis dives into what went wrong from a possible goalie change in going from Stuart Skinner to Calvin Pickard, potentially returning Troy Stecher to the lineup and more philisophical changes for team execution, nothing is off the table. Should Chris Knobla...

The Edmonton Oilers completely unraveled in Game 3, falling 6–1 to the Florida Panthers in a Stanley Cup Final embarrassment. In today’s Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis breaks down what went wrong from defensive breakdowns and emotional overreaction to a special teams collapse and frustration boiling over. With Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl neutralized, and Stuart Skinner struggling plus the Panth...

After a gut-punch 2OT loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Edmonton Oilers return home with the series tied but far from broken. In today’s Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis breaks down how the Oilers let a winnable game get away, what worked well, what needs fixing, and how this series is still within reach. From Connor McDavid’s brilliance and Corey Perry’s clutch go...

In this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, where the Edmonton Oilers pulled off a dramatic overtime win against the Florida Panthers after trailing 3-1. Nick analyzes how the Oilers executed a near flawless game plan, highlighting their effective transition defense, aggressive forecheck, and the physical presence of depth forwards like...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) and David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) are here to talk about the Stanley Cup Final beginning and where Mitch Marner is going to go in free agency, as well as some other key free agents! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money
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The Edmonton Oilers flipped the script in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. After trailing 3–1, they fought back and beat the Florida Panthers in overtime thanks to two massive goals from Leon Draisaitl. Nick Zararis breaks down what changed mid-game, how Victor Arvidsson, Podkolzin, and Kapanen shifted the energy, and why this team looks like a different animal than last year’s. Plus: Draisaitl's...

The Edmonton Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup Final, and it’s time to finish what they started. On this Game 1 edition of Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis explains why this year’s team is better positioned to handle the Florida Panthers, how Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl can tilt the ice, and where the Panthers could spoil the dream. From special teams tactics to penalty kill breakdowns and th...

We are one day from puck drop in the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, and in this crossover edition of Locked On Oilers and Locked On Panthers, hosts Nick Zararis and Armando Velez break down every angle. From Connor McDavid’s line combinations to Aleksander Barkov’s shutdown role, and from Sergei Bobrovsky’s playoff calm to Stuart Skinner’s resurgence, the matchups are fascinating. The hosts preview forwa...

The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers are set to run it back in the Stanley Cup Final and the stakes are higher than ever. In this crossover edition of Locked On Oilers and Locked On Panthers, Nick Zararis and Armando Velez explore the deeper narrative arcs: Connor McDavid’s drive for validation, Sergei Bobrovsky’s shot at Hall of Fame status, and how both organizations evolved through heartbre...

The Edmonton Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup Final and the Florida Panthers are waiting for them. In this bonus episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis unpacks what makes this rematch so emotionally loaded: from last year’s heartbreak to Connor McDavid’s leadership, team growth, and the dream of finally lifting the Cup. He breaks down the historical significance of rematches in sports, w...

The Edmonton Oilers are headed back to the Stanley Cup Final after defeating the Dallas Stars in five games. Connor McDavid delivered, the defense stepped up, and the Oilers proved that their depth is championship caliber, even without Zach Hyman. On today’s Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis reflects on how this team evolved, what the victory means for McDavid’s legacy, and why a rematch with the Flo...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) and Zach Martin (Locked On Hurricanes) are here to talk about what really matters in the playoffs: goaltending. Also, we discuss how to improve the regular season AND the playoff format, before swinging back to the playoffs to talk about the importance of physical players like Sam Bennet...

The Edmonton Oilers delivered their best defensive performance of the playoffs in Game 4 — and now sit one win away from the Stanley Cup Final. On this episode of Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis highlights the lockdown defense, smart veteran play from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Corey Perry, and Stuart Skinner’s consistency in net. Plus: what Zach Hyman’s injury could mean for Game 5 and why this Oiler...

The Edmonton Oilers are two wins away from a Stanley Cup Final and they’re doing it with a style of play most analysts aren’t talking about. In today’s episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down the team’s shift toward counterattacking hockey, explaining how this strategy has allowed Edmonton to thrive against puck-dominant teams like the Dallas Stars. You’ll learn why the Oilers n...

The Oilers took control of the Western Conference Final with a 2–1 series lead after Game 3. Nick Zararis breaks down a dominant performance powered by Connor McDavid, Zach Hyman, and a rejuvenated Stuart Skinner. Plus: how the defense, forward depth, and belief are converging at just the right time. The Oilers took control of the Western Conference Final with a 2–1 series lead after Game 3. Nick...

The Edmonton Oilers let game one against the Dallas Stars in the Western Conference Finals slip away, but it wasn't a disaster. If anything, the Oilers and coach Kris Knoblauch have a strong idea how to build and finish the job as the series goes along. As host Nick Zararis breaks down in this episode, the Oilers were able to create a variety of dangerous scoring chances, their power play is leavi...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings), Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues), Ann Kimmel (Locked On Preds) and Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) are here to check in on the start of the conference finals, talk through each team’s changes, make some predictions on the Stanley Cup Final, dissect the latest playoff disappointment fro...

The Edmonton Oilers had a 3–1 lead on the road in Game 1 of the Western Final against the Dallas Stars and let it slip away down the stretch of the third period. Consecutive high-sticking penalties to Oilers forwards Evander Kane and Corey Perry opened the door for Dallas to get back in the game. The Stars ultimately scored five unanswered goals, sending the Oilers reeling into game number two. Ho...

The Edmonton Oilers face the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final. In this episode, Nick Zararis breaks down the philosophical matchup between high-end talent and depth, why Edmonton’s flexibility gives them an edge, and what Connor McDavid’s legacy moment could look like. In this episode, Nick explains why the early stages of the series will be a feeling out process, why the Oil...

The Edmonton Oilers are just four wins against the Dallas Stars away from returning to the Stanley Cup final and getting a chance to correct a wrong. With Connor McDavid in the prime of his athletic life, host Nick Zararis explains why the Oilers' star forward is the central force of the team's playoff run, why Edmonton needs him to elevate on the power play, how much Stuart Skinner needs to add t...

The Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars face off in the 2025 Western Conference Final with a trip to the Stanley Cup Final on the line for the second straight year. Whether it's the Edmonton Oilers stars like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl or the Dallas Stars' stars like Mikko Rantanen or Thomas Harley, there is star power abound. Hosts Nick Zararis and Joey Erickson walk through the key series st...

The Edmonton Oilers are peaking at the perfect time. Kris Knoblauch’s coaching, smart roster moves & playoff experience have them 4 wins from the Stanley Cup Final. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Tom Callahan (Locked on Mammoth), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are here to check in on the second round of the playoffs, before talking about some of the newly hired coaches, including Joel Quenneville and Rick Tocchet! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money
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The Edmonton Oilers are headed back to the Western Conference Final after a gritty 1–0 overtime win over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5. On this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down how Kris Knoblauch’s bold lineup decisions and a defense-first approach paid off in a tight, low event game. From Kapanen’s unlikely OT winner to Stuart Skinner’s bounce-back performance, this...