Bleed Oil Blue Podcast

Edmonton Oilers legend Kevin Lowe joins Raffaele Papaianni for Episode 31 of the Bleed Oil Blue Podcast.Kevin shares his thoughts on Ryan Nugent-Hopkins breaking his Oilers games-played record, the current Edmonton Oilers team, coaching strategies, and what it takes to win another Stanley Cup.He also reflects on winning six Stanley Cups, playing for the 1994 New York Rangers, working with Mike Keenan, his relationships with Wayne Gretzky and other Oilers legends, his transition from player to coach and general manager, and his experience with Team Canada at the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics.Kevin also reveals his favorite goal from his legendary NHL career.Subscribe for more Edmonton Oilers interviews, hockey stories, and conversations with Oilers alumni.Chapters00:00 Introduction: Kevin Lowe joins Bleed Oil Blue01:43 Ryan Nugent-Hopkins breaks Kevin Lowe’s Oilers record05:35 Evaluating the current Edmonton Oilers08:49 The experience of winning six Stanley Cups11:32 The 1994 New York Rangers and Mike Keenan17:27 From NHL player to coach and general manager21:09 Watching hockey from a different perspective23:00 Wayne Gretzky, Team Canada, and the 2002 Olympics26:30 Kevin Lowe’s favorite career goal

The Bleed Oil Blue Podcast welcomes Rick Dhaliwal for an in-depth discussion about the Vancouver Canucks rebuild, Thatcher Demko’s injury, Jake DeBrusk trade rumors, NHL contract trends, Nikita Kucherov speculation, and the future of Canadian hockey.The episode also covers the Edmonton Oilers, BC Lions, Edmonton Elks, and the challenge of defending mobile CFL quarterbacks such as Nathan Rourke.Topics discussed include:• The Vancouver Canucks’ rebuild and player developmentOwnership decisions and the cost of rebuilding• Nikita Kucherov and changing NHL contract dynamics• Edmonton Oilers and Canadian NHL teams• BC Lions, Edmonton Elks, and Nathan Rourke• Memories of the 1994 Stanley Cup Final and the 1980s Oilers dynastySubscribe to Bleed Oil Blue for more Vancouver Canucks, Edmonton Oilers, NHL, and Canadian sports analysis.What do you think: Should the Canucks continue rebuilding patiently, or is it time to make major changes?Chapters00:00 Intro – CFL, BC Lions and Edmonton Elks01:57 Canucks vs. Oilers and early-season concerns03:47 The Vancouver Canucks rebuild explained07:40 Jake DeBrusk trade rumors and contract challenges09:58 Thatcher Demko injury and Canucks goaltending11:46 Rebuilding Canadian NHL teams and ownership decisions14:11 Nikita Kucherov rumors and NHL contract changes18:33 Nathan Rourke and defending mobile CFL quarterbacks21:34 Stadiums, hockey history and closing thoughts

Andi Petrillo joins Raffaele Papaianni on Episode 29 of the Bleed Oil Blue podcast.Andi takes us behind the scenes of life as an NHL on Prime rinkside reporter—from game-day prep and live broadcast pressure to interviewing stars such as Connor McDavid and coaches like Mike Babcock. She also shares stories from covering the Olympics and World Cup, talks about writing Just Call Me Andi, and gives her honest thoughts on Canadian soccer, Italy, and the passion that comes with being a sports fan.In this episode:• What it takes to prepare for an NHL broadcast• Connor McDavid, Mike Babcock, and the Battle of Alberta• Olympic and World Cup memories• Women in sports media and Andi’s book, Just Call Me Andi• The future of Canada Soccer• Italy’s World Cup journey and the 2006 celebrations on College StreetChapters0:00 Intro — Welcoming Andi Petrillo0:46 Connor McDavid and early York Region connections2:18 Behind the scenes of NHL on Prime6:02 Andi’s NHL game-day routine6:53 The unpredictability of live broadcasting8:50 Mike Babcock and the Battle of Alberta11:22 Joining NHL on Prime12:44 Olympics, World Cups, and unforgettable memories19:00 Writing Just Call Me Andi23:46 The state of Canada Soccer26:57 Being an Italy supporter29:36 Remembering Italy’s 2006 World Cup celebrations

TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Bleed Oil Blue for a must-watch NHL rumours episode focused on the Edmonton Oilers’ trade plans, the Connor Hellebuyck deal, and the biggest stories around the league.Dreger breaks down what the Oilers need most right now, including why upgrading the bottom six remains a major priority. We also get his take on the Hellebuyck-to-Edmonton speculation, the real story behind the goaltender’s move to New Jersey, and the behind-the-scenes timing of the deal.Plus, Darren weighs in on Dylan Larkin trade rumours, the Montreal Canadiens’ search for a centre, and the latest on the Winnipeg Jets, Detroit Red Wings, Chicago Blackhawks, Calgary Flames, and Columbus Blue Jackets.Chapters00:00 Podcast Welcome03:21 Connor Hellebuyck Trade Context05:15 Winnipeg Jets Return07:26 Delayed Announcement & Heritage Classic Timing12:47 Hellebuyck to Edmonton Oilers?14:11 Oilers Bottom-Six Needs14:30 Oilers vs. Maple Leafs Reaction16:41 Dylan Larkin Trade Rumours19:10 Quinn Hughes Re-Signing23:18 Calgary Flames Update23:54 Columbus Blue Jackets & Zach Werenski24:52 Chicago Blackhawks Update26:30 Montreal Canadiens & Nick Suzuki Injury28:24 Final NHL Roundup & ClosingIf you follow the Edmonton Oilers, NHL trades, insider reports, and hockey rumours, subscribe to Bleed Oil Blue for more conversations with the people closest to the game.Who should the Oilers target before the trade deadline? Let us know in the comments.

Sportsnet’s Justin Bourne joins EP. 27 for an in-depth NHL conversation covering the Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews, Connor McDavid, Mike Babcock, and the changing power dynamic across hockey.Justin breaks down the Leafs’ unpredictable season, salary-cap pressure, Chris Tanev’s impact on the blue line, roster needs, playoff stakes, and why Auston Matthews appears to be finding another gear. The conversation also looks at Connor McDavid’s elite competitive drive and what makes the NHL’s biggest stars different.We also go inside Mike Babcock’s coaching style, the philosophical clash behind the Babcock–Kyle Dubas era in Toronto, current NHL trade-deadline pressure, and the growing player-empowerment movement shaping the league. If you follow the Oilers, Leafs, NHL trade rumors, and the biggest stories in hockey, this episode is for you.Subscribe for more NHL conversations, Edmonton Oilers coverage, Toronto Maple Leafs analysis, player interviews, and hockey debate.Chapters0:00 Introduction & Justin Bourne Joins the Show0:23 The Toronto Maple Leafs’ Rollercoaster Season0:57 Breaking Down the Leafs’ Salary-Cap Crunch1:51 Chris Tanev’s Importance to Toronto’s Blue Line2:49 What the Leafs Need for a Playoff Push4:10 Why Toronto Struggles in the “Dirty Areas”5:12 Bright Spots: Easton Cowan & Nick Robertson7:20 What Happens If the Leafs Miss the Playoffs?8:47 Auston Matthews Is Finding Another Gear11:18 Connor McDavid’s Relentless Competitive Drive12:15 Inside Mike Babcock’s Coaching Style16:48 Mike Babcock vs. Kyle Dubas: The Power Struggle19:04 NHL Trade Rumors, Deadlines & Player Movement22:28 The Rise of NHL Player Empowerment

Cassie Campbell-Pascall joins Raffaele Papaianni on Bleed Oil Blue for a hockey conversation on the Edmonton Oilers, Olympic gold, the PWHL and what may be next behind the bench.The two-time Olympic gold medallist and trailblazing broadcaster goes inside Team Canada’s unforgettable 2002 and 2006 gold-medal runs, her work with the PWHL, and why one unified women’s league is changing the game. Cassie also reflects on breaking barriers at Hockey Night in Canada, calling games alongside Bob Cole, joining ESPN, mentoring the next generation and pursuing a future Walter Cup.Plus: Cassie shares the story behind her new book, *Just a Girl*, identifies young PWHL players to watch and gives her Stanley Cup prediction.Tell us in the comments: Which PWHL star should every hockey fan watch and who is your Stanley Cup pick?Subscribe to Bleed Oil Blue for honest conversations on the Edmonton Oilers, the NHL, the PWHL and the people shaping hockey.CHAPTERS00:00​ Introduction & welcome00:27​ Cassie’s new book: Just a Girl01:50​ Edmonton Oilers early-season thoughts03:26​ Dealing with tough coaches04:18​ The 2002 Olympic gold-medal moment06:55​ Team Canada’s 2006 Olympic gold run08:13​ The growth of women’s hockey09:32​ Cassie’s role as PWHL special advisor11:15​ Building the future of the PWHL12:58​ Breaking barriers on Hockey Night in Canada14:57​ Calling games with Bob Cole16:30​ Joining ESPN and evolving as a broadcaster18:14​ Stepping back from coaching her daughter18:59​ Would Cassie coach or manage a PWHL team?20:00​ Mentoring the next generation for Team Canada21:15​ Meeting the Queen22:36​ Thoughts on recent Olympic tournaments24:27​ Young PWHL stars to watch26:57​ Cassie’s Stanley Cup prediction27:20​ Outro & thanks#CassieCampbellPascall​ #EdmontonOilers​ #PWHL​ #WomensHockey​ #HockeyPodcast​

Two-time Stanley Cup champion Chris Dingman joins Raffaele Papaianni on Bleed Oil Blue for an unfiltered hockey conversation. Dingman shares the realities of life as an NHL grinder, fighting legendary enforcer Bob Probert, and the coaches who shaped his career from Mike Foligno and Bob Hartley to John Tortorella.The Edmonton native also breaks down today’s game: the cost of minor hockey in Canada, coaching young players, the dump-and-chase debate, and what the Edmonton Oilers need from Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Zach Hyman, and their power play.If you enjoy NHL stories, Edmonton Oilers analysis, hockey development, and behind-the-scenes tales from the 1990s and 2000s, subscribe to Bleed Oil Blue.#EdmontonOilers #NHL #HockeyPodcastChaptersChris Dingman: Hockey Dad Weekend01:37 Growing Up in Edmonton & the Reality of the NHL03:45 Fighting Bob Probert & Nearly Quitting Hockey06:37 Why Bob Hartley Yelled at Dingman, Not Sakic or Forsberg07:22 How Youth Hockey Coaching Has Changed08:35 A Text from Lightning GM Julien BriseBois10:44 The Rising Cost of Minor Hockey12:04 Dump and Chase: What the Oilers Should Do14:21 John Tortorella vs. Martin St. Louis15:25 Oilers Power Play, Video Systems & Mike Babcock

Will the Edmonton Oilers win the Stanley Cup? Veteran TSN host James Duthie joins Bleed Oil Blue Podcast Episode 24 to share his early read on the Oilers, Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and what the season could hold.Duthie also tells the unbelievable story of McDavid and Draisaitl playing — and losing — in a loaded Newmarket beer league game. The longtime broadcaster takes us behind the scenes of Olympic hockey, the FIFA World Cup in Canada, the Masters at Augusta National, and TSN's marathon NHL Trade Deadline coverage. Plus: playing Augusta, Sidney Crosby's future after hockey, and the rare trade Duthie broke live on air.If you are an Oilers fan or love NHL stories from inside the game, subscribe to Bleed Oil Blue for more conversations, analysis, and hockey culture.Chapters 00:00 James Duthie joins Bleed Oil Blue00:30 Are the Oilers Stanley Cup contenders?03:02 McDavid & Draisaitl's wild beer league story07:23 Olympic hockey and the FIFA World Cup10:43 Why the Masters is Duthie's favorite event12:24 Inside Augusta National: no phones, unmatched atmosphere15:00 A broadcaster's Masters week17:20 What it was like to play Augusta National20:41 Sidney Crosby, hockey books & life after playing24:34 Inside TSN's NHL Trade Deadline coverage30:16 The trades James Duthie has broken#EdmontonOilers #JamesDuthie #NHLTradeDeadline #ConnorMcDavid #HockeyPodcast

Former Premier League goalkeeper Asmir Begovic joins Raffaele Papaianni for an in-depth conversation about his journey from Edmonton to the biggest stages in world football.Begovic looks back on the goalkeeper training that shaped him, leaving Canada at 16 to chase European opportunities, and building his career with Stoke City, Chelsea, AC Milan and more. He shares what it was like to play under Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte, step into the Champions League, and face Lionel Messi at the 2014 World Cup.The conversation also covers Begovic’s famous full-pitch goal for Stoke City, his most meaningful jersey swap with Gigi Buffon, the stadiums and hostile atmospheres that stand out most, his thoughts on Gianluigi Donnarumma, and why he remains a lifelong Edmonton Oilers fan.Chapters00:00 Introduction — welcoming Asmir Begovic 00:37 Moving to Edmonton and early life 01:25 How Edmonton soccer shaped his career 02:24 His father’s goalkeeper coaching 03:22 Becoming an Edmonton Oilers fan 04:23 Skating skills and following the Oilers today 05:16 When the host scored on Asmir 05:46 Leaving Canada at 16 for European trials 06:49 The big break and journey to the Premier League 08:27 Growing at Stoke City 09:33 2014 World Cup — playing Argentina 10:26 Why Lionel Messi is so difficult to stop 11:31 The move to Chelsea FC 12:31 What Jose Mourinho was really like 13:15 Injury, opportunity and the Champions League 14:39 Antonio Conte and winning the Premier League 15:39 How intense managers treat goalkeepers 17:02 The surreal experience of playing for AC Milan 17:58 Fanboy moments and appreciating the journey 18:32 Thoughts on Gianluigi Donnarumma 20:05 Scoring a full-pitch goal for Stoke City 20:59 Do his kids know about the famous goal? 21:53 Media work, coaching and future plans 22:48 Will Asmir pursue professional coaching? 23:29 Best teammates and toughest opponents 25:12 The most memorable stadiums 25:53 The most hostile environments — Turkish clubs 26:27 Closing thoughts and cheering for the Oilers 27:02 Best jersey swap — Gigi Buffon 27:30 Outro

Montreal Canadiens news Jacob Fowler starts while Samuel Montembeault is injured, plus an Ivan Demidov update and the latest Kirby Dach trade talk.In this Habs update, we break down Montreal’s defensive issues, Martin St. Louis system, Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies rumours, Chris Kreider’s fit, and what the Carolina Hurricanes showed the Canadiens about playoff-level execution.What do you think the Canadiens need most right now? Drop your take in the comments, and subscribe to Bleed Oil Blue for more Montreal Canadiens news, Habs analysis and NHL trade-rumour coverage.Chapters:00:00 Montreal Canadiens news and Habs update00:54 Jacob Fowler starts; Samuel Montembeault injury01:36 Canadiens defensive issues and goals against03:21 Martin St. Louis’ defensive system04:00 Ivan Demidov injury update05:28 Kirill Marchenko rumours and Matthew Knies talk08:07 Canadiens trade targets and the market10:59 Kirby Dach to Edmonton Oilers trade rumour14:49 Chris Kreider’s fit in Montreal16:48 Are the Canadiens too small?20:08 What the Carolina Hurricanes showed the Habs26:24 Montreal vs. Edmonton: fan expectations27:50 Final thoughts#MontrealCanadiens #GoHabsGo #NHL #oilers #hockey