EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage

We got hour 2 of EST Afternoons with Matt Iwanyk in for Hernan Salas joined by Joaquin Gage. Mick Kern opens the second hour with his insight on what's happening in Edmonton while taking a look at the Leafs firing Craig Berube. We got Hernan's Noticias before the Screw It Let's Do It Parlay for Play Alberta to end the show!

EST Afternoons carries on this week with this Wednesday edition here on Edmonton Sports Talk. Matt Iwanyk in for Hernan Salas joined by Joaquin Gage. It's a jammed packed show with MORE discussion of Knoblauch possibly being on the way out… Cassidy in? If Knoblauch is gone… are teams lining up for him? We discuss this in the second segment Then to end the hour it's Hernan's World for Edmonton Garrison!  

In Hour 2 of EST Afternoons, the boys open the hour with more talk on Cassidy as a possible option for the Head Coaching job in Edmonton. After that Aaron Beard joins the show to talk about the Carolina Hurricanes. Do they have what it takes this year? Who would the Hurricanes prefer to play in the ECF? And to end the show, we got the Screw It Let's Do It Parlay for Play Alberta!

Welcome back for this Tuesday edition of EST Afternoon here on Edmonton Sports Talk with Matt Iwanyk in for Hernan Salas joined by Joaquin Gage! To kick off hour one, the boys discuss the news between Vegas and Edmonton. The Knights are delaying the permission for the Oilers to talk to Bruce Cassidy. Is this a bad look on the Oilers organization? In the second segment we continue the conversation before Ken Boehlke joins us for the third segment to talk about the Vegas side of this controversy while also giving some insight on the Golden Knights vs Ducks series!  

 Guest host Matt Iwanyk in for Hernan Salas joins Joaquin Gage for hour 2 of EST Afternoons here on Edmonton Sports Talk! In the first segment the boys discuss headlines around the sports world and the picky eaters here at Edmonton Sports Talk. Jay Milne joins us for the second segment to give some insight on the Elks as they held a practice at Commonwealth Stadium this morning. Who looks good at camp so far? And in the final segment, we got the Screw It Let's Do It parlay for Play Alberta!

Matt Iwanyk in for Hernan Salas joins Joaquin Gage for a monday edition of EST Afternoons! In hour one, the boys discuss Conn Smythe favourites as the NHL Playoffs carry on. Is Hall in Carolina? Marner in Vegas? Dobes in Montreal? This talk then leads to some discussion on if Taylor Hall is a Hall of Famer? Then to end the hour, Jess Myers from the Pioneer Press joins the show to give some insight on the Avalanche vs Wild series as game 4 gets going tonight with Colorado up 2-1. Can Minnesota even things up at home? All of this discussed and so much more!

Guest host Matt Iwanyk joins former Oiler Joaquin Gage to branch into all the sports headlines, news, notes, and whatever else is going on! From the NHL, to the CFL, to the NBA and MLB, the boys provide the most crucial updates on each sport!   To talk all things CEBL, Jordan Baker, Edmonton Stingers President, GM and HC, joins us for a segment to summarize the offseason, before previewing tomorrow's season opener against the Winnipeg Sea Bears!   We shut the show down with the Screw It, Let's Do It Parlay, where the guys check out the betting lines on Play Alberta to cook up a three-leg parlay!

Connor McDavid's Hart nomination, the World Hockey Championship, the Elks, the Stingers, the NBA Playoffs and soccer were all topics during hour one with Matt Iwanyk and former Oilers goalie Joaquin Gage!   Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon and Nikita Kucherov have been nominated as finalists for the Hart Trophy... Who should take home the award? How many times has each player won it? If McDavid wins another Hart Trophy, where will he stand in NHL History? And which award is more important: the Hart Trophy or the Ted Lindsay Award?   Plus, the guys offer their thoughts on the Thunder/Lakers series in the association before discussing the news that Canadian superstar soccer player Alphonso Davies has suffered another injury... Why did this happen? Will he be out for the World Cup?   We close out the hour with Zach to the Future, where Iwanyk and Gager test Zachary 'Koob' Kubusch's knowledge of Edmonton sports history.

We kick off Hour 2 with a trip around the NHL Playoffs, the biggest storylines, standout performances, and what's caught our attention from around the league as the postseason intensity keeps ramping up.Then, a wild collectible story as a Luke Skywalker item sells for six figures, proving once again that Star Wars fans will pay big money for a piece of movie history. Plus, Hernan gets set for his trip to Mexico tomorrow, with all the excitement, planning, and last-minute chaos that comes with travel day approaching. Edmonton Elks receiver Joe Robustelli joins the show to discuss why he chose Edmonton this season, his unique path to the professional game, growing up with an NFL Hall of Fame grandfather, and his passion for flag football. And of course, we wrap it up with the "Screw It, Let's Do It" parlay as the boys try to cash in with another round of risky optimism and questionable decision-making.    

The boys are fired up for Hour 1 as the playoffs continue to roll and the conversation around the Oilers gets louder by the day. We dive right into the NHL award drama and ask the question Oil Country has been screaming about, was Evan Bouchard completely snubbed from Norris Trophy consideration?  Agree or disagree — we debate it. Then we shift between the pipes and try to make sense of the growing conversation around Sebastian Cossa as a potential  answer for the Oilers in goal. Is the hype real? Is this just panic talk? With such a big season upcoming for the Oilers, can they go with a Cossa/Jarry duo?  We also take a hard look at Darnell Nurse and the never-ending debate surrounding the veteran defenseman. If the Oilers were somehow able to move on from Nurse, what would they actually lose on the ice? While some numbers suggest his defensive game has slipped, does his role, toughness, leadership, and ability to log difficult minutes still make him more valuable than critics admit? And if he's gone, who steps up to fill those heavy minutes and matchup responsibilities? Host: Joaquin Gage & Hernan Salas 

*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:18b665cc-b174-47df-a8d2-6c9a62112352-3" data-testid= "conversation-turn-8" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> The guys continue their offseason breakdown of the Edmonton Oilers, taking a closer look at the team's pending free agents and debating which players make the most sense to bring back as the Oilers head into a pivotal season. Game 1 between the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres kicks off what should be a fast-paced, high-skill series, and to help break it all down, we're joined by Sean Farrell of NHL.com. Salas and Gage also dive into Wednesday staples, "Hernan's World" and the "Screw It, Let's Do It" parlay, mixing in plenty of laughs along the way.

The Toronto Maple Leafs landing the number one pick in this year's NHL Draft has created a huge buzz in the hockey world. A team that already commands massive attention now gets a franchise-altering opportunity, this is massive for the Leafs to reshape their roster. Plus the Sharks jump up to number two, should they go Forward or Defencemen?  The Vancouver Canucks dropping from first to third in the draft lottery is a tough break for a franchise looking to accelerate its retool. We caught up with Rob Williams from Daily Hive Vancouver to break it all down. Host: Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage

In the first hour, Hernan and Joaquin discussed the NHL playoffs, Bouchard and Nurse representing Canada, who they'd like to see win today's NHL Draft Lottery, and what the Barrie Colts coach was thinking after a bizarre press conference. From Toronto, Tyler Madarasz from SiriusXM NHL phones into the program to talk about yesterday's Maple Leafs presser, John Chayka joining the Leafs, the Barrie Colts' "no one cares, work harder" bit, the Oilers' early exit and the rest of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Goaltending has been a hot-button topic around Oil Country for quite some time; right now, Tristan Jarry is under contract for the next two seasons, and Connor Ingram needs to sign on the dotted line, which leaves many questions about the Oilers' goaltending situation... Today, Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage examine the Oilers' netminding throughout their current seven-year playoff streak, picking apart the numbers and the strength of goaltending before analyzing the current set of tendies on the team.   Are Ingram and Jarry the right duo? Can they be good enough to bring the Oilers to the promised land? What issues might arise with these two in a system, and what work needs to be done for Ingram to return, and for Jarry to find his game?  Salas and Gager put extensive research into the matter, noting some things that they found with you on today's show! They also take a look at the past 10 goaltenders to win a Stanley Cup… Do the Oilers need a goalie like that? Comparing Edmonton's goalies to the last 10 to win it all, are there any discrepancies?

Salas and Gage continue the Oilers offseason discussion, touching on who needs to be better next year, can you trust the young guys next season and does the Oilers game philosphy need to change?  Out East, the Maple Leafs hired John Chayka as general manager and Mats Sundin as an executive advisor. What should we think of this move? How might this pair approach things? Terry Koshan from the Toronto Sun stops by to share his thoughts. What do you think the Oilers should work on this offseason? What's the first order of business for GM Stan Bowman? Does he look at coaching? Who should be at the top of his list to re-sign? Hernan and Joaquin explore it on today's show!  

Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage discuss all the vital news from around the world of hockey, with the Oilers as their central theme. We spend some time dissecting comments from Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid, and a few others that flooded the headlines and social media… Was what they had to say too harsh? Just enough? What's next for this Oilers team? What did the team think went wrong this season? Should Oilers fans be worried about Connor McDavid? Where does management start? Salas and Gager voice their thoughts on it all before eyeing the future of this team…

Stan Bowman and the rest of the Oilers management have a lot to figure out with an early offseason ahead...   It's a busy second hour of the program with former Oilers Jason Strudwick and Kelly Buchberger connecting with Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage LIVE from the Booster Juice Recreation Centre in Terwillegar for Hockey Helps The Homeless! They come on to talk all things Oilers, offering their take on the series against the Ducks, breaking down how the Oilers fell flat in the first round...   What do the Oilers have to tackle during the offseason? What should the Oilers have at the top of their list? Which players should they bring back, and who should they question? Gager and Strudwick have a bit of a "hotstove" in between their games, before Buchberger slides in to talk about this year's Oilers, looking back on his playing days as well!

The Ducks have slammed the brakes on another potential run for the Edmonton Oilers… Injuries, poor play, bad defence, lack of scoring, non-existent physicality, and a few other factors led to Edmonton's downfall against the energized Ducks.   Hernan Salas and Zachary Kubusch investigate the Oilers' 4-2 first-round loss, deconstructing all six games of the series, putting a primary focus on their brutal performance in Game 6… What was the biggest factor in Edmonton's quick exit this postseason? Were the Oilers simply just off their game? Was the writing on the wall this entire season? Where did the struggle begin and end with this team? What's next for the Orange and Blue?   To end the hour, a friend of the show, Marc Majeau, checks in to share his thoughts on the Oilers while telling us about the KARA Family Resource Centre. How can you help out? How does the foundation assist kids in need?

Do the Oilers have the upper hand in tonights Gme 6? How Much does experience matter? Salas and Gage discuss.  Last night, we had three thrilling games… The Flyers got past the Penguins 1-0 in OT, taking the series in six, and the Golden Knights put the Mammoth on the brink following a 5-4 2OT win, while the Habs toppled the Lightning 3-2 in regulation. What were the biggest headlines from each contest? Who was the hero, and what else is going on in the NHL today? Also on the show, Elks 2026 third-round draft pick Carter Kettyle slides in to share a bit about himself and what it feels like being drafted into the CFL. He's a U of A alum and a Grovedale AB native!

With a win tonight, the Oilers will force a game seven back in Edmonton against the Ducks. How can the Oilers get it done? How will they roll their lineup? Is Connor Ingram back in the net? Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage navigate the matchup, pondering the expected rosters and the projected netminders for both teams. They also sift through multiple stats surrounding each squad. Did the Oilers craft a winning formula in Game 5? Where do they find success tonight? Can they rally back to take this series? What should you know from their morning skate?

Salas and Gage delve into the big moments from the contest, discussing the good things the Orange and Blue did yesterday. Where did each goal stem from? Who was the Oilers' top performer? Then they bring in Preston Hodgkinson from the Daily Hive to chat all things Oilers and a look ahead to Game 6 from Anaheim.  Hockey talk, lineup dissection, key sequences, impactful moments, and much more are discussed on another banger edition of EST Afternoons.

The Oilers came out swinging in Game 5 against the Ducks, rolling to a 4-1 win to keep their season alive. Connor Ingram played well, the Oilers took a 3-0 lead in the first period, and the entire team chipped in offensively. Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage present a busy show, exploring the game front to back. What did the Oilers do differently last night compared to the other four games of the series? Which Oilers helped drive their team to victory?

We connect with Peter Berce of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio to peer around first-round action in the NHL Playoffs. Which series has he been following the most? What has he thought of the Oilers' play against the young Ducks? How about all the action out East? Over to football, the CFL Draft goes down tonight, starting at 5:00 p.m., with the Elks holding four of the top 21 selections, including a 3rd overall pick. JC Abbott from 3DownNation checks in with the fellas to set the table for tonight. What names should you keep track of tonight? Where does he expect the Elks to go with their picks? Who's going first overall? Plus more on the Oilers must win game tonight down at Rogers Place!

Connor McDavid and Jason Dickinson are both game-time decisions for the Oilers in a must-win Game 5 against the Ducks. They'll roll with Connor Ingram in between the pipes, but what other updates do we have from the morning skate? What happens if McDavid and Dickinson can't go? If the Oilers are going to take the game tonight, what needs to go right? Will the Oilers take this series to seven games? Hernan Salas and former Oiler Joaquin Gage get you set for action down at Rogers Place! They note the projected lineups of both sides, key stats from each club, while airing their personal thoughts on the series. Hernan's Noticias has the boys diving into all the headlines around the sports world. From the NHL, to the NBA and MLB, Gager and Nanso explore all the top stories of the day! 

So much to dive into on a busy hour of the show! Matt Iwanyk and Joaquin Gage go top-to-bottom to recap Game 4 of the Oilers/Ducks series, while tapping into their Game 3 loss, and the overall series.   We also get to Bryan DeArdo from CBS Sports, who connects with the fellas to get into the NFL Draft that went down this weekend. What are the biggest takeaways from the draft? What was the most shocking pick? Who made the best picks, and what other stories should we be aware of?   The NFL talk continues, with Matty bringing up a surprising sight from one of the teams' GM's... Later on, we have the Screw It, Let's Do It parlay to crunch some numbers. Gager, Iwanyk and producer Zachary 'Koob' Kubusch craft a three-leg parlay, dipping into the two NHL games tonight, and some other sports as well!

Another lead squandered by the Oilers, who lost by mere inches in OT on a controversial goal by Ryan Poehling. That 4-3 OTL leaves Edmonton down 3-1 against the Ducks. Guest host Matt Iwanyk and former Oiler Joaquin Gage cover the game from puck drop to finish, explaining why the Oilers are down in this series. How did they give away a 2-0 first-period lead? What in their game has set them back the most?   The biggest story from the game was the overtime, where the officials called a good goal on a puck that objectively had no clear view to prove that it crossed the line. Did the call on the ice sway the refs to keep it that way? Iwanyk and Gager offer their thoughts, sharing some interesting dissections they found online.   We also take a look ahead to Game 5. Does Tristan Jarry get another start, or do they go to Connor Ingram? Can the Oilers force this series to seven games, or are they down and out this year?

Matt Iwanyk steps in for Hernan Salas to join former Oiler Joaquin Gage to preview tonight's Oilers vs Ducks contest! What are the biggest notes from the morning skate? How is Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch feeling ahead of puck drop? Any big adjustments, lineup-wise, for the Oilers? Derek Lee from The Hockey News clicks into the show to share some perspective on the Ducks and what the vibes are for the team's first home playoff game in a handful of years. Will the city be buzzing? What has Anaheim done right to prevent the Oilers power play from scoring? We plunge into the Screw It, Let's Do It parlay to check out all three matchups on the horizon... Vegas @ Utah, Habs vs the Lightning, and the Oilers battling the Ducks! Gager, Matty and producer Zachary 'Koob' Kubusch head to Play Alberta to put some cash on the games this weekend.

Iwanyk and Gager go end-to-end, sharing all the details surrounding both the Oilers and the Ducks heading into Game 3. Who's playing, who's out? What have they thought of the series so far? What needs to happen for the Oilers to take a 2-1 series lead? How do they get going on the power play? Will Edmonton play better on the road, or will Ducks faithful energize their team down at the Honda Center? They tap into some fan responses on the series before shifting around the NHL to note the biggest headlines from East to West! After that, Zach to the Future has Matty and Joaq test producer Zachary 'Koob' Kubusch with some tough trivia. Music, pop culture, sports... Nothing is off limits for this tough test! Today has an F1 twist!

Salas and Gage continue to dissect the Oilers 6-4 lose to the Anaheim Ducks.  Plus, Mick Kern from SiriusXM NHL swings by to dive deeper into the NHL Playoffs! He talks about the Oilers/Ducks series before going around the clock! Honest takes, realistic wishes, game recaps, special teams talk, crucial stats and a plethora of other notes are aired throughout the program! Of course, they examine the other games that transpired, with the Wild/Stars going to 2OT, and the Penguins going down 3-0 in their series against the Flyers! We take a look at today's action as well! 

Connor McDavid was held off the scoresheet for the second straight game, as the Ducks tied the series at one apiece against the Oilers...  What cost the Oilers the game? Was it overall team defence, or just a handful of giveaways? How do the Oilers craft a game plan to remedy Anaheim's relentless forecheck? What did the Ducks do right in their own end to prevent the Oilers from scoring on the power play? Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage recap a sloppy game from the Oilers' side of things, giving their take on McDavid's brutal giveaway, the injury he suffered midway through the contest, before picking apart the lineup top to bottom.

The Edmonton Oilers welcome the Anaheim Ducks to town for Game 2 of their first-round series! Jason Dickinson is a game-time decision, while Josh Samanski is expected to step in for the injured Adam Henrique to make his playoff debut! To get an Anaheim perspective on the contest, Patrick Present from The Hockey News stops by. How will the Ducks respond tonight? How can they try to take this series from Edmonton? A pair of other games go down tonight as well, with the Penguins pushing for their first victory down 2-0 in their series against the Flyers. Elsewhere, the Stars and Wild duel, entering the game tied at 1-1. Who will win in those games? Gager and Nanso share their thoughts before dipping into the NBA and the Blue Jays.

Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage list the expected lineups, starters, and so much more for Game 2 between the Oilers and Ducks! What should the Orange and Blue change about their approach to the game? How do they go out and take another one from the Ducks? NHL.com's Derek Van Diest pays us a visit to preview the game. What does he want to see from the Oilers tonight? What set them back in Game 1? How does he view the other series around the league? He breaks it all down!

Salas and Gage continue to discuss what worked for the Oilers? Where did they get caught? How can they shift their approach in Game 2 of the best-of-seven series? Which players stood out on either side of the ice? Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage recap all the action! And three other games went down in the NHL as the Flyers battled the Penguins, the Sens and Canes hit the ice, and the Wild took on the Stars! Nanso and Gager give their take on those contests, and where each series is headed! Scott Burnside from Burnside on Hockey gets into the mix to share his view on the first round, before shifting his attention to today's slate of games!

The Oilers had an impressive comeback against the Ducks in Game 1 of their series last night, with Jason Dickinson and Kasperi Kapanen each getting a pair of goals! Hernan and Joaquin present Highlights/Lowlights to dissect it minute by minute! The lead, the fall, and the Oilers' comeback are illustrated in this segment. We note the defensive gaffes, dazzling dekes, poised plays, and everything in between!

Gager and Nanso hone in on the goalies, sharing important numbers surrounding Connor Ingram and Lukas Dostal. Who has the edge in the crease? What does the series come down to overall? Can Ingram provide good enough goaltending for the Oilers to get past Anaheim? When was his last playoff game? To get more perspective on Game 1, former Oiler Jason Strudwick connects with the fellas to preview the series. What has he seen from the Oilers this season? What is this team's biggest weakness? How might the Ducks find a hole in Edmonton's game? What does he think about the goaltending matchup?

It all starts tonight for the Oilers... Game 1, Round 1 against the Ducks at home! Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage plunge deep into this first-round matchup, sharing key stats, special teams numbers, lineups, coach/player quotes and a plethora of other things to get you ready for puck drop! Leon Draisaitl and Jason Dickinson are both gametime decisions for Edmonton, with HC Kris Knoblauch telling media that they'll have to wait and see if they play... Will they play if they're taking warmups? What does the lineup look like with/without them suiting up? On the other side, Jonathan Davis from SiriusXM NHL swings by to get into the nitty-gritty of this Ducks squad. Who's been pulling things offensively for Anaheim? How did Lukas Dostal play to close out the regular season? How will the Ducks try to take this best-of-seven series, and who gets sent over the boards to take on Connor McDavid/Draisaitl?

Salas and Koob also head out East to connect with Joe Yerdon from Bleacher Report to get some perspective on the Buffalo Sabres as they get set to battle the Boston Bruins. Why have the Sabres played so well this season? Who's been a top contributor for Buffalo? What challenges might the Bruins present? Plus, the Jays are out in Arizona to open a three-game series with the Diamondbacks, the Raptors and Cavs hit the court for Game 1 tomorrow, and two NBA play-in games are going down tonight! Bleacher Report's Dan Favale stops by to talk some hoops! More on the NHL first round matchups and Oilers/Ducks that gets going on Monday night. 

Edmonton is buzzing with the postseason on the horizon. It's the Oilers and Ducks in Round 1, with the Oilers finishing second in the Pacific Division following a convincing win against the Canucks. Hernan Salas and Zach 'Koob' Kubusch tee up the first round of the NHL Playoffs, sharing their predictions on all eight matchups! Any big upsets we predict? Who has the best chance to win the cup? Which games will they consume? We also dig into the greatness of Connor McDavid, who won his sixth Art Ross Memorial Trophy, becoming just the fourth player in NHL history to do so. He finished the season with 138 points, while Macklin Celebrini in San Jose wrapped up the year with 115 points, making Sharks history. EST's CEO, Dustin Nielson, was on the call for that historic Celebrini moment. In Vancouver, the Canucks have fired GM Patrik Allvin after a horrid season. What should we think of this? How might they try to rebuild? Hernan and Kubusch get into all the news, sharing the top stories of the day and the weekend!

Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage plunge deep into all things NHL, previewing the Oilers vs Canucks game tonight, while looking ahead to the postseason. Tyler Madarasz from SiriusXM NHL Network Radio, producer of NHL Morning Skate, phones into the show to touch on the round one matchups and the playoffs in general. Having some fun, we tap into the Red Light District as Gager presents a random topic…

The Edmonton Oilers look to claim second in the Pacific Division with a win tonight against the Canucks to wrap up the regular season. What would it mean for Round 1 of the playoffs if they get the win tonight? What other matchups have been set? When will the games begin? Who else is hitting the ice to play game 82 along with the Oilers tonight? We also talk about the NBA Playoffs when TSN's Josh Lewenberg clicks into the program. He joins the boys to set the table for the Raptors vs Cavaliers best-of-seven series. Who's got the edge? What does Toronto have to do to find success against Cleveland?

During Hernan's Noticias, Nanso provides updates on the Blue Jays' series against the Brewers, the craze around the NHL and the NBA play-in games from last night and whatever's set to go down today! We then have some fun in Hernan's World with Salas bringing in a surprise topic! Plus how much fun is scoreboard watching, meanwhile, the Winnipeg Jets will not participate in the playoffs this year after winning the Presidents' Trophy last season. What was wrong with this year's team? How should they try to regroup for the 2026-27 campaign? We connect with Andrew 'Hustler' Paterson from Winnipeg Sports Talk to get his thoughts on it all.

Lots to get to on today's show with just two days left in the NHL regular season. The East playoffs are set, and a few matchups are cemented out in the West. What are the current playoff matchups looking like? Who should the Oilers want to play? What factors are affecting the Oilers' potential first-round opponent? What notes should we know from practice today? Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage explore it all, sharing stats about all the best-of-seven series on tap and what went down in the NHL last night. Was that Alex Ovechkin's last game? What did Rick Bowness say about the Blue Jackets' performance in their season finale against the Capitals? What did Chris Pronger say to stir up a ruckus around the hockey world? Derek Van Diest, an Oilers writer for NHL.com, sneaks into the show to talk about their charge to the postseason, the shuffling out West, and the rest of the Pacific Division. He also touches on Chris Pronger's comments regarding his time in Edmonton.

Just a few days are left in the NHL regular season, with all 16 playoff teams confirmed. Ottawa punched its ticket to the first round of playoff action, with the fellas putting the spotlight on the Sens when Brandon Piller from Locked On Sens joins the program. What's the skinny on Captain Brady Tkachuk, who suffered an injury this weekend? Which players have been instrumental in Ottawa's season? How has Linus Ullmark been since his brief hiatus in the early parts of the year? Plus, NHL playoff matchups, injury updates, NBA play-in preview, Blue Jays discussion and much more make for an informative segment! Who would play who in the NHL postseason if it kicked off today? What things can change with only three days left before the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Oilers recap, game dissection, lineup talk, prospect banter, key notes, player quotes and tons of other topics are discussed on today's show!

Two powerhouse clubs went back and forth to the bitter end as the Oilers fell 2-1 in the shootout to the Avalanche last night. Intensity was prevalent on both sides of the ice, which led to an amazing finish! Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage tell the story of the game, getting into the Highlights/Lowlights of the contest. Connor McDavid scored the lone goal for the Oilers, Ike Howard played his first game in the NHL since late January, and Connor Ingram stood on his head as the Oilers kept toe-to-toe with Colorado. We also dive into all the marquee headlines of the day during Hernan's Noticias!

Salas and Gage go around the league to hone in on the main Norris Trophy candidates, with Nanso sharing some important details regarding each of the top defencemen in the hunt. Does anyone have a clear edge in the race? Then more on Oilers and Avs that goes tonight from Rogers Place! Out east, the Flyers are in the hunt in the Metropolitan with a monumental test against the Hurricanes. They're one point up on the Capitals with a game in hand, having a pair of tilts left on their schedule. Anthony Mingioni, who covers the Flyers for HockeyHotStove.com, pops by to describe their season and their push to get an 'x' beside their name in the standings.

Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage brush over Edmonton's 1-0 shutout loss in LA on Saturday, the injury to Max Jones, injury updates for Edmonton and preview tonight's game that will see Ike Howard's return to the lineup. They also go coast-to-coast, teeing up the big slate of games going down this evening to highlight matchups that hold playoff implications. Plus Norris Trophy Conversation after Pronger and Freidman said on Saturday they would have Rasmus Dahlin as their number one choice.  The boys lock in on the Oilers' opponent when they connect with Evan Rawal from the Denver Gazette to get the rundown on the Avs as they near the end of another stellar regular season. What have they been dealing with injury-wise? How is their play shaping up toward the playoffs? Rawal tells us!

Salas also gives some updates from Oilers practice, with the team hitting the ice in the second hour of the show. Did Kris Knoblauch offer any news on Connor Ingram or Jason Dickinson? Who else spoke? Reid Wilkins also gets into the mix to talk all things Oilers and NHL! Then, Ben Steiner from Sports Illustrated swings by to share some updates on Canada's soccer squad ahead of the World Cup! What should Canada soccer fans know about their squad? Any injury updates on the team?

It's a fiery Friday edition of EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas flying solo! He tees up tomorrow's Oilers vs Kings matinee, the Jays vs Twins series opener, while providing live updates on the Masters! Dennis Bernstein from The Fourth Period joins the show to describe LA's race toward a playoff spot, the fit of Artemi Panarin in the lineup, and the chemistry for the rest of the Kings' roster. What's been holding them back? How would he describe their game as of late? Hernan also gets to Zach to the Future as he's joined by producer Zachary 'Koob' Kubusch. During that segment, Koob faces Nanso's test, having to answer 80s and 90s movie, music and sports trivia!

Hernan then delivers the news of the day, going to the NHL, MLB, Masters and much more before teeing up a big 14-game NHL schedule. Which games should Oilers fans take note of? Who's starting to slip in the standings, and who can clinch tonight? Out east, the Jays sit third in the AL East with a 5-7 record, beating the Dodgers last night. Ian Harrison from the Associated Press stops by to chat about their play in the early going on the season before listing their injuries up and down the lineup.

Connor McDavid recorded a point on all five Oilers goals en route to a 5-2 win over the Sharks! Hernan Salas and Joaquin Gage give their take on the big win, the injuries to Jason Dickinson and Connor Ingram, while looking ahead at what's next for the Oilers. We go back to the film to dive into Highlights/Lowlights, with Gager and Nanso describing the best/worst moments of the game. The boys take a look at McDavid's highlight-reel goal, Ingram's departure and much more! How did they play overall? What needs to be adjusted moving forward?