EST Afternoons with Hernan Salas & Joaquin Gage

In Hour 2, the boys go around the NHL with Noticias, talking Reaves' retirement, Drew Doughty getting the "C" in L.A., Curtis Lazar heading to Switzerland, and Chevy's latest comments on Connor Hellebuyck. Plus, a look at the BC Lions and Josh Hagerty's controversial play from this past weekend. Then, we preview the revamped Washington Capitals with Dan Holmi from Locked On Capitals before hearing from Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock.

The Oilers hit the ice for the first time this fall! Salas and Gage break down the Day 1 lines and defensive pairings, including what caught their attention and what they liked — and didn't like. Plus, hear from Ryan Shea as he speaks with the media following practice at Rogers Place. Then, a real man's Red Light District with Joaquin Gage!

In Hour 2, the previews continue as Gager and Hernan head to Anaheim to chat all things Ducks with Eric Stephens from The Athletic. They discuss Cutter Gauthier's new deal, whether Anaheim's defence is good enough, and if Leo Carlsson can handle the pressure and expectations heading into the upcoming season. Then, the boys Mix It Up with the WHL's three new rule changes and debate whether the NHL should consider the "No Return" Three-on-Three Overtime format. Plus hear from Oilers top defenceman Evan Bouchard as he met with the local media today.

NHL training camps are officially underway, and Salas and Gage are all over the Oilers as the team gets set for the new season. The boys break down Stan Bowman's opening-day presser, including the GM's comments on Alex Formenton, Tristan Jarry's hopes for a bounce-back season, Savoie's contract situation and making sure Mike Babcock stays in his lane. Plus, does Jarry have the most pressure on him heading into the season? What are the chances Connor Clattenburg makes the team? And much, much more!

A fun segment kicks off Hour 2 as the boys go through an ESPN poll of NHL players asking which rule they would change or get rid of. Salas and Gage break down the players' answers and put each one through Keep It or Clip It . Then, in Majeau Knows , Marc Majeau joins the boys to talk NFL, CFL, the Emmys, and what's going on with the Detroit Red Wings after once being considered one of the NHL's model franchises. To wrap up the hour, Edmonton Oil Kings Director of Business Operations Kevin Radomski joins the show to tee up the upcoming season. The Oil Kings open on the road Saturday in Red Deer before returning home Sunday at 4 PM to host the Calgary Hitmen. Kevin also brings the heat with everything you need to know ahead of the Home Opener.

In Hour 1, Salas and Gage kick off the show with the young crop of NHLers getting paid early in their careers. With big-money, long-term deals being handed out after relatively few games, is the NHL shifting toward paying for potential rather than proven production? Plus, the Oilers may be getting a bargain with Connor McDavid's contract — and with that comes plenty of pressure. Then, Drew Mindell from Illegal Curve Hockey joins the program to preview the Winnipeg Jets. Where will the offence come from beyond the big three? Is the Connor Hellebuyck contract situation becoming a distraction? What can the Jets expect from prospect Viggo Björck? And can Winnipeg get back into the playoff picture? Plus, Noticias from around the sports world.

To start Hour 2, the boys welcome in Brenden Deeg from The Score to go around the NFL. Are the Chargers the biggest disappointment of the weekend? Josh Allen and the Bills pick up a huge win in Houston, the Bears look like they could be for real, and is there any hope left for Browns fans? Plus, much more from around the league. Then, Salas and Gage discuss Chris Kreider's contract with Montreal, Noah Östlund landing a big deal after just 68 NHL games, and whether the Oilers should sign Matt Savoie NOW.

Salas and Gage get right into it on the Monday edition as they recap Edmonton's thrashing of the Stampeders on Saturday, a win that clinched the Elks a playoff spot for the first time since 2019. The boys also discuss Connor Ingram calling it a career and the sad news of former Oilers chairman Cal Nichols passing away over the weekend. Salas and Gage remember an Edmonton icon who played a major role in keeping the Oilers in the city and saving hockey in Edmonton. Then it's a CFL recap with JC Abbott from 3DownNation. Are the Elks the best team in the CFL? What's gone wrong for Calgary, and where does the rivalry between Montreal and BC stand? Plus, a look at the Redblacks and their winless 0-12 season.

In the second hour, the boys discuss Dylan Larkin reporting to Red Wings camp but having the captaincy taken away from him. Plus, former Oiler John Klingberg announces his retirement, and the boys look ahead to the best games on the slate for the first NFL Sunday. Then, we head down Highway 2 for our Calgary Flames preview as Ryan Pike from Daily Faceoff joins the show. Where will the offence come from in Calgary? Can young defencemen Zayne Parekh and Simon Nemec lead the way from the backend? And what can we expect from the Flames' goaltending duo this season?

The boys kick off the show by teeing up Saturday's Labour Day rematch between the Edmonton Elks and Calgary Stampeders. Can the Elks make it two straight over Calgary? Then, they recap Thursday Night Football, where the San Francisco 49ers picked up a surprising win over the Los Angeles Rams. Did the Rams' travel plans play a role in the loss? We hear from Edmonton Oilers forward Ike Howard as he meets with the media ahead of rookie camp. Salas and Gage break down what Howard had to say and discuss why he needs to earn a top-six spot rather than have one handed to him. And it's back to the 80s, 90s and early 2000s for another edition of Zach to the Future . Was he an Oiler or an Elks player?

The NHL previews continue as Sean Farrell from NHL.com joins the show to talk Montreal Canadiens. Do the Habs have the best young core in the league? Are they set up contractually to win for years to come? And what should Montreal do to get better this season? Then, we turn our attention to the Oilers' goaltending situation, including Connor Hellebuyck and the challenges of developing young goalies, with goaltending coach Eli Wilson. Plus, it's time for the Screw It, Let's Do It Parlay and This Day In…

The Oilers content keeps coming as one of the team's star forwards speaks to the media and has plenty of praise for new head coach Mike Babcock. Salas and Gage break down his comments and wonder if Leon Draisaitl was taking a few shots at former head coach Kris Knoblauch. Plus, more reaction to the Oilers signing Alex Formenton and the fallout from fans. The boys also recap a dud of an NFL opener as the Seahawks knocked off the Patriots, and look ahead to tonight's matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams. Then, it's time for the Red Light District, as Gager makes his case for why the CFL is more entertaining than the NFL!

We kick off our NFL season preview with a legend, as Lee Hacksaw Hamilton joins the show to go division-by-division around the league. Which teams are ready to take the next step, who could take a step back, and is this finally the year for Buffalo? Plus, can Caleb Williams continue to take another leap? We cover all that and much, much more. Then we continue our NHL previews with Josh Wegman from The Score, breaking down the Toronto Maple Leafs. Can Auston Matthews return to his best form? Have the Leafs finally figured out their goaltending with Bobrovsky? Can Darren Raddysh live up to his new contract, and how much pressure is on Gavin McKenna? Wegman also weighs in on Edmonton's signing of Alex Formenton, as Salas and Gage dig into some of the penalty-kill numbers behind the controversial addition.

The Edmonton Oilers make another controversial move, signing forward Alex Formenton to a one-year contract with an AAV of $850,000. Why did the Oilers go down this path again? Where does Formenton fit into the lineup, and does the signing reek of desperation? Formenton brings speed and youth, but his addition comes with plenty of questions. The Captain's Skate is underway in downtown Edmonton, and Connor McDavid speaks with the media about the Formenton signing, new head coach Mike Babcock and getting some extra time off this summer. Plus, in Hernan's World, the boys discuss Sportsnet's new NHL broadcast plans, including 150 regional blackouts being lifted, more than 550 games on the schedule and the return of Elliotte Friedman and Kevin Bieksa. Is Sportsnet finally giving hockey fans what they've been asking for?

Lots to get to on the show today as Gage and Salas recap the Edmonton Elks' impressive 38-28 comeback win over the Calgary Stampeders on Labour Day Monday. A wild fourth quarter, a 18-point comeback, and the introduction of a new Elks running back — who exactly is ShunDerrick Powell? Then, Elks running back ShunDerrick Powell joins the show to talk about his CFL debut, scoring his first professional touchdown, and the ups and downs of his first pro game. In Majeau Knows , Marc Majeau from the MCTV Podcast joins the guys to break down the Elks' turnaround season, the start of the NFL season, and what's ahead for the world of TV and film through the rest of 2026.

In Hour 2, the boys go around the world of sports in Noticias, covering some of the biggest stories of the day — Fraser Minten cashes in with a massive new contract from the Bruins, Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez gets paid, the Blue Jays continue their push against the Athletics, and Kimi Antonelli gets the win at Monza in F1. Then we kick off our NHL season previews in the nation's capital, as Brandon Piller from the Locked On Senators Podcast joins the show. The guys discuss life without Brady Tkachuk, who could become the next captain in Ottawa, expectations for the Senators this season, and whether they have enough offence to make some noise.

It's the final Hall of Four of the summer , and as the season wraps up, the Wheel lands on Wildcard ! That means the Nasties get to choose the topic, and they went with Best Toys . So many options, so many childhood memories — where do you even start?! Then, former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Tito Ortiz joins the show to preview Bare Knuckle Ice Wars , happening Saturday at River Cree Resort and Casino. Tito talks about the event, his role on Saturday, the toughest opponent he faced during his UFC career, his MMA journey and what he's up to these days.

It's Labour Day Weekend, and that means one thing — CFL action! Salas and Gage get set for a huge weekend, including the Elks taking on the Stamps. Is the Labour Day rivalry still a big draw, and does the matchup still carry the same weight it always has? Former CFL linebacker Simoni Lawrence joins the show to tee up the big weekend across the league. Can Tre Ford lead the Ticats past the Argos? Is the return of Vernon Adams Jr. enough to help the Stamps take down the Elks? And tonight in Montreal, it's Rourke vs. Alexander — who comes out on top? Then, in Zach to the Future , the Koob is put to the test with a 90s pop culture, NFL and video game quiz. How well does he really know his stuff?

In today's Hall of Four , it's a non-sports edition as the wheel lands on the TV Dads of All-Time . Who makes the cut, who gets left out and, most importantly, Al Bundy is the GOAT… right? Then, great NFL conversation with Henry McKenna from FOX Sports as the guys dive into the Chiefs and Bengals, the historic Rams vs. 49ers matchup in Australia, and Henry's top candidates for the NFL MVP this season. Plus Screw It Lets Do It, Noticias and the NHL Prime Video schedule.

Salas kicks off the show by breaking down Mark Spector's latest piece on the Edmonton Oilers. Are the same questions still hanging over this team heading into the new season, or has Edmonton added even more question marks? Longtime NBA reporter James Herbert joins the show to break down the massive punishment handed down to the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard following the NBA's salary-cap investigation. What does the ruling mean for the Clippers moving forward, and just how serious is the fallout? Then, Joaq brings another edition of the popular Red Light District to the show.