Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oiler for a deep dive into the state of culture within professional hockey.

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive and wide ranging conversation about Edmonton Oilers superstar forward Leon Draisaitl

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a wide ranging conversation questioning the Edmonton Oilers hiring of Stan Bowman to fill the vacant general manager role Sensitive content warning (10:41-17:12)

Join host Nick Zararis for this deep dive into Edmonton Oilers history at the general manager position

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a wide ranging conversation on the role of an NHL general manager in 2024. Nick dives into execution of philosophy, salary cap management and when it's time for a GM to take a risk as well as why risk taking ultimately defines executives.

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a wide ranging conversation about the current state of the Edmonton Oilers including areas where the team might be able to improve on from last year, what's going on in the Pacific division, who might be a defenseman to target at the NHL trade deadline and the best and worst case scenario for the upcoming seasons

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into the mechanics of NHL free agency as it pertains to Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard including: Why the Leon Draisaitl contract aged so well, contemporaries Bouchard might compare himself to on his next contract and why Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway fall into a different box

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into Zach Hyman's record breaking 54 goal 2023-2024 campaign including what changed year over year, why a massive uptick in shots on goal only tells part of the story and why Hyman very well could come close in 2024-2025

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into the Oilers salary cap including overall philosophies, spending on goal scoring, why defense is hard to value properly and why the mid-tier of goaltender salary isn't the worst place in the world to be.

Introducing Teoscar Hernandez Wins the Home Run Derby and NFL Rookies Report | The Big 6 in 60 from The Big 6 in 60. Follow the show: The Big 6 in 60 Teoscar Hernandez wins the Home Run Derby, and the SEC could expand more. The NBA Summer League's stars, and Jordan Addison arrested. #homerunderby #mlb #allstargame #sec #acc #clemson #fsu #vikings #jodaaddison #teoscarhernandezDISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in...

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into the team's potential outcomes for this upcoming season including why having the oldest average age on the opening night roster doesn't really matter, why Stuart Skinner needs to take a slight step forward and why the recipe is in place for a second consecutive strong regular season.

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a philosophical discussion on the utility of the draft as a Stanley Cup contender, why the Ken Holland era bore so little fruit at the NHL level and how to think about the draft going forward as the Oilers seek to maintain their contender status into the late 20s and early 30s of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

Introducing What's wrong with Dak Prescott's ankle? from Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories. Follow the show: Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories Dak Prescott was seen in a boot that doesn’t exactly say “Cowboy.” How much concern is there in Dallas? Also, the Dodgers and Phillies are in the middle of what feels like a NL Championship preview. And the NBA is getting ready for a race to the bottom for Cooper...

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into defense in the contemporary NHL. With the game trending more towards offense and skill every year, how are teams mitigating poor goaltending and higher quality shooters every single season?

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers diving into the career of Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse

Introducing The Boston Red Sox are having a surprising season thanks to a first-time All Star from Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories. Follow the show: Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories The Boston Red Sox have had a surprising season and much of it stems from their first-time All Star center fielder. Also, LeBron James did the Lakers a solid. And even though he was a rookie, the Vikings lost an inspirational...

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into contract management for both Leon Draisaitl and Evan Bouchard plus a conversation as to whether or not the Oilers might be able to move on from Evander Kane's contract to come up with more cap space for the team's long-term plans.

Introducing Are the Cleveland Cavaliers making the right decision extending Donovan Mitchell? from Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories. Follow the show: Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories Donovan Mitchell is staying in Cleveland and he is getting PAID. Can the Cavs build a title contender with him? Also, what does the Celtics sale mean for a potential dynasty? Aaron Judge is putting together the best season of his...

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into the two newest Edmonton Oilers, Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson.

Introducing Paul George and the Philadelphia 76ers are now the biggest threat to the Boston Celtics from Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories. Follow the show: Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories There’s a new big three in Philadelphia. Does Paul George make the Sixers the biggest threat to the Boston Celtics? Also, is Klay Thompson what the Mavericks need to win it all this year? And speaking of the Celtics, they...

Join host Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into the Edmonton Oilers' free agent shopping spree. The team retaining familiar faces like Adam Henrique and Mattias Janmark at fair prices while taking swings on new pieces like Jeff Skinner and Victor Arvidsson is a perfect marriage of continuity and improvement simultaneously.

Introducing Paul George and the Philadelphia 76ers are now the biggest threat to the Boston Celtics from Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories. Follow the show: Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories There’s a new big three in Philadelphia. Does Paul George make the Sixers the biggest threat to the Boston Celtics? Also, is Klay Thompson what the Mavericks need to win it all this year? And speaking of the Celtics, they...