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Better Lait Than Never
by The Nation Network
Baggedmilk has his own show to bring you all the nonsense, terrible advice, behind-the-scenes gossip from Nation HQ, and Edmonton Oilers talk that you need in your life! Send him a voicemail, a message, or anything and he will give you his take! New episodes are out every Wednesday on all podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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The Oilers may never lose again
The Oilers are 5-0-1 and the Vikings 5-0, which means I could be having one of my best months of October for sports in history. Either way, my favourite teams are rolling and that meant there was plenty to talk about. Not nearly enough voicemails, though. Help me out! Want to leave a voicemail…
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We've got an Oilers trade to talk about... and other stuff too
The Oilers made a trade this morning that sent Spencer Stastney to Pittsburgh in exchange for Filip Hallander, and while I've never heard of this new friend before today, that didn't stop me from gushing about him anyway. I also looked at the Oilers' Cali road trip, Devon Levi getting the start,...
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Felt good to have the Oilers ruin my night again
Well... I sure was excited about the Oilers' season opener until, well... it started. At the same time, losing 6-5 in OT to a terrible team kinda felt like home, ya know? Want to leave a voicemail for next week’s show? Do it here! 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/ Follow us on Instagram:...
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We are so close to Oilers showtime
I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never here and ready to massage your earholes and give you a little dose of shenanigans as we inch closer to the start of the 2026-27 NHL season. Want to leave a voicemail for next week’s show? Do it here! 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/ Follow…
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Counting down to Oilers time and the Kool-Aid is delicious
It's been another boring week around here with the Oilers and NHL at large still right in the middle of the off-season dead zone, but I've still got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready what little has happened anyway. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Oilers inching closer to the...
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The Oilers sign Alex Formenton and the reaction was exactly as expected
It's been another boring week around here with the Oilers and NHL at large still right in the middle of the off-season dead zone, but I've still got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready what little has happened anyway. On today’s podcast, I discussed some Oilers signing Alex Formenton,...
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Football, Punk Rock, and the Edmonton Oilers feat. Zach Laing
Wednesday means another episode of Better Lait Than Never is ready to massage your eardrums. This week, I welcomed Zach Laing back to the podcast to talk about the Nation Fantasy Football League, some punk rock, and what's the latest with the Edmonton Oilers. 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/...
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The Oilers' injury concerns come early
It's been another boring week around here with the Oilers and NHL at large still right in the middle of the off-season dead zone, but I've still got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready what little has happened anyway. On today’s podcast, I discussed some Oilers injury news, new jersey...
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Give me some Oilers news please
e still right in the middle of the off-season dead zone, but I've still got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready what little has happened anyway. On today’s podcast, I discussed Connor McDavid's EA Sports ranking, the whining about it online, the Blue Jays being fun, and more. Needless...
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From Oilersnation to Daily Faceoff Edmonton
There was some big news around The Nation Network that launched this morning, and that's why I wanted to bring Jay Downton on the podcast to discuss what's new, what's happening, and why we've decide to move Oilersnation under the Daily Faceoff umbrella. 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/…
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Rain, TV, and checking in from the Oilers summer dead zone
This week, I wanted to jump on quickly to recap everything that's been happening with the Oilers over the last couple of weeks — nothing is the answer — while also giving some updates that have been going on at Nation HQ. Given that we're in the midst of holiday season right now, finding sports...
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Talking World Cup, Oilers, and donairs with Woz
England lost to Argentina in the World Cup semi finals, and I brought Woz onto the podcast to help make sense of it all. We also talked about his food reviews that he's been doing as well as the limited Oilers news that's happened over the last couple of weeks. Hosted on Acast. See...
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The Oilers Free Agency Recap Episode w/ Zach Laing
I jumped into the studio with Zach Laing to recap everything the Oilers got done on day 1 of NHL free agency. And after losing yesterday's attempt at the podcast, the boys ended up actually having more to talk about than they did yesterday. From getting a pair of new goalies to trading Darnell...
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Oilers talk, voicemails, and the World Cup
Another day, another podcast, but with all of my takes out in the open already, I decided to change the format on this week's pod and lean into your thoughts with a voicemail episode. As a pleasant surprise, David Quadrelli from Canucksarmy called in and gave his takes on what's been happening in...
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Emergency Podcast: The Mike Babcock era begins in Edmonton
Three emergency podcasts in a row? Why not!? Today, the Oilers officially announced Mike Babcock as their new head coach, so I jumped back in the studio for another 25-minute breakdown of what went down. 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/ Follow us on Instagram:...
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Emergency Podcast: Connor Murphy Re-signs in Edmonton
Another day, another emergency podcast! This morning, the Oilers announced that they had re-signed Connor Murphy to a five-year extension that carries a $4.1 million AAV. Naturally, we needed to talk about it. 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/ Follow us on Instagram:...
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Emergency Podcast: Jason Dickinson Re-signs in Edmonton
The Oilers checked off one of their to-dos on Sunday morning when the team re-signed Jason Dickinson to a five-year, $20 million dollar contract extension. Naturally, we needed to talk about it. 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/ Follow us on Instagram:...
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The Oilers want Mike Babcock, but the NHLPA wants its investigation first
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Stanley Cup Final, the Oilers' plan to hire Mike Babcock, the NHLPA asking for an...
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Waiting for Oilers news, and a nightmarish Stanley Cup matchup
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Stanley Cup Final, coaching candidates, summer TV binging, and more. Needless to say, we're…
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No news on the Oilers' coaching front, and the very annoying NHL playoffs
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Oilers' coaching Plan Bs, Vegas getting through to the Stanley Cup, Habs vs. Hurricanes, and...
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The Oilers coaching conundrum takes a turn
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Oilers' coaching debacle, Vegas' gamesmanship, pressure on the management group, and more....
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A long Oilers offseason, pressure on Stan Bowman, and the NHL draft lottery
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Oilers getting bumped from the playoffs, a long summer ahead, pressure on Stan Bowman, and...
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Can the Oilers push this series to Game 7?
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Oilers' Game 5 win over the Ducks, what needs to happen in Game 6, the star players stepping...
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The Oilers can put the Ducks on the ropes with a Game 2 win
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Oilers' Game 1 win over the Ducks, Jason Dickinson's brilliant night, Kasperi Kapanen's...
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One more Oilers game left before showtime
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I discussed the Oilers' potential playoff opponents, injury updates, Connor McDavid's willingness to carry...
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Injury-riddled Oilers within reach of the Pacific Division title
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' recent run of games, the first few games for our new friends, a tough luck run of...
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Oilers win four straight, Connor Ingram's birthday shutout, and the Pacific Division
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' trades at the deadline, the first few games for our new friends, a tough luck run...
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Oilers start life without Leon Draisaitl
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' trades at the deadline, the first few games for our new friends, a tough luck run...
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Oilers start the road trip with two big wins, but lost three key pieces
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' trades at the deadline, the first few games for our new friends, a tough luck run...
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Emergency Podcast! Oilers trade Andrew Mangiapane
We’re still a couple of days out from the NHL Trade Deadline, and Stan Bowman pulled off another trade to move Andrew Mangiapane and a conditional 1st round pick in 2027 to the Chicago Blackhawks for Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach. I gave my first take on the trade, read Nation Citizen feedback,...
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Oilers trade for Connor Murphy as the NHL Trade Deadline looms
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' trading for Connor Murphy, the NHL Trade deadline, defensive/goaltending woes…
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Emergency podcast! Oilers trade for Connor Murphy
The Oilers made a trade! Edmonton sent a 2nd round pick to Chicago in exchange for defenceman Connor Murphy, as a means of stabilizing the back end. 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/himynameisbaggedmilk/ Follow us on Twitter:...
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The Oilers are back with plenty of work ahead of them
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' return to the ice, the gold medal loss, the upcoming NHL trade deadline, and much...
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Canada wins OT nail biter over Czechia, and Paul Coffey's comeback tour
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' coaching conversation, Paul Coffey's return, the winter Olympics, Snowmageddon…
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I'm happy the Oilers are on a break... we all needed it
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' coaching conversation, trade rumours, the winter Olympics, spring in February…
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Oilers get a run of monster offensive performances from the defence
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' defence coming up big, Edmonton's 10th attempt at winning three straight, Josh...
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Winning three straight is the Oilers' Everest
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' inability to string wins together, Tristan Jarry's first home start, Curtis…
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Oilers get Tristan Jarry and Jake Walman back, and the non-McDavid heaters
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about Connor McDavid' heater, Tristan Jarry's return, Jake Walman, and much more. I kicked off this...
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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' 500th assist, Oilers trade rumours, and healthy scratches
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' 500th assist, more Andrew Mangiapane trade rumours, healthy scratches,...
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Closing out 2025, Andrew Mangiapane rumours, and time is a flat circle
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers year in review, Andrew Mangiapane trade rumours, Calvin Pickard, Connor McDavid's...
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A little BLTN Christmas Episode
Did I plan to do an episode today? No. Did I see a bunch of voicemails that made me feel the need to do one? Yes. Merry Christmas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oilers win the Jarry vs. Skinner game, and Leon Draisaitl's 1000th point
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Jarry vs. Skinner game, Vasily Podkolzin's progression, and much more. I kicked off this...
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EMERGENCY POD: Oilers trade Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak for Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin
Despite beating the Red Wings 4-1 last night, the Edmonton Oilers pulled the trigger on a Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak for Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin trade with Pittsburgh. They also sent a 3rd round pick to Nashville in exchange for Spencer Stastney as a means of replacing Kulak. All of...
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Oilers win two beauties then lose to Buffalo... round and round we go.
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about whether the Oilers are actually turning the corner, playing down to competition, some love…
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No one wants to talk about Oilers silver linings after losses but I do
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about whether the Oilers are turning the corner, kept up with the goalie rumours, Ryan...
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Oilers blown out again, goalie rumours, and a whole lot of defensive problems
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' most recent blowout, goalie rumours, players coming back from injuries, and much...
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More Oilers struggles, injuries, and a sense that the sky is falling
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Oilers' offensive struggles, Darnell Nurse rumours, more injuries, and much more. Just…
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The Oilers rollercoaster goes zoom Pt. 3084
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster making another loop, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to recap it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about spending a couple of days in Toronto and Montreal, the Oilers' comeback against Columbus…
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Let's not talk about the Oilers
I thought it was going to be a quick episode and ended up bullshitting for an hour. Shout out to everyone who dropped in on the voicemail this week. Want to leave a voicemail for next week’s show? Do it here! 💻 Website: https://oilersnation.com/ Follow us on Instagram:...
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Oilers rollercoaster goes zoom, depth scoring, and the World Series
It's been another wild week around here with the Oilers rollercoaster zooming up and down, and I've got a fresh episode of Better Lait Than Never ready to cover it all. On today’s podcast, I talked about the Nation Vacation to Vancouver, the Oilers' recent run of games, Isaac Howard's steady...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Baggedmilk has his own show to bring you all the nonsense, terrible advice, behind-the-scenes gossip from Nation HQ, and Edmonton Oilers talk that you need in your life! Send him a voicemail, a message, or anything and he will give you his take! New episodes are out every Wednesday on all podcast platforms.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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