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Inside Sports
Hosted by CHED / Curiouscast · EN
Host Brenden Escott brings you the latest on the Edmonton Oilers, Edmonton Elks and the local sports scene. Make Inside Sports your home for entertaining stories and unique guests from Northern Alberta and across the sporting world!
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THE OTHER SIDE: Blue Bombers play-by-play voice Derek Taylor
6d ago00:22:51Tap to summarizeThe Winnipeg Blue Bombers are coming off a bye week after a setback against Hamilton, and we get the latest on where the club stands heading into its next test, courtesy of play-by-play voice Derek Taylor. We discuss the biggest storylines to emerge from practice, key injury and roster updates and what Mike O'Shea has been emphasizing this week. We also take a closer look at Tommy Nield's emergence as Winnipeg's leading receiver, the status of former Alberta Golden Bear Matthew Peterson and the impact Jake Ceresna and Willie Jefferson are having on opposing offences. Plus, we break down the Bombers' decision to acquire quarterback Dru Brown from Ottawa and get thoughts on the Edmonton Elks' surprising 2-0 start—their best beginning to a season since 2019. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Elks colour analyst Dave Campbell
6d ago00:21:10Tap to summarizeThe Edmonton Elks are off to their best start since 2019, and Brenden Escott is joined by Elks colour analyst and Inside Sports show producer Dave Campbell to break down whether this early-season success is built to last. We discuss the significance of Edmonton's statement win over Montreal, the growth and confidence being shown inside the locker room and the role the coaching staff has played in establishing the team's identity. We also examine whether the offence can become more balanced or if Justin Rankin will continue to carry the load, the search for a true No. 1 receiver and Cam Carter's first start with Edmonton. Plus, we look at the impact of Nick Anderson's injury, the challenge of heading into Winnipeg on a short week and what slowing down Brady Oliveira would say about the progress of Edmonton's defence. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Sportsnet’s Kyle Bukauskas
6d ago00:21:59Tap to summarizeWith NHL Draft weekend fast approaching, we catch up with Kyle Bukauskas from Sportsnet to discuss the biggest stories shaping the league. We dive into the Edmonton Oilers officially introducing Mike Babcock and D.J. Smith as their new coaching tandem, what the hires say about Edmonton's Stanley Cup aspirations and the significance of Connor Murphy and Jason Dickinson committing long-term. We also break down Washington's aggressive offseason additions of Alex Tuch and Jordan Kyrou, Florida's blockbuster acquisition of Brady Tkachuk, Ottawa's quick pivot to William Eklund and Chicago's decision to move the fourth-overall pick for Bowen Byram. Plus, the latest on Jason Robertson and Connor Hellebuyck, where NHL expansion in Houston stands and the biggest unanswered questions and potential dominoes still looming as the hockey world converges for draft weekend. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Brenden Escott opens the June 24 show
6d ago00:20:35Tap to summarizeHost Brenden Escott begins the June 24 show with more exciting news from the NHL if you’re a fan of trades and roster movement, thoughts on Team Canada’s performance in a 2-1 loss against Switzerland at the FIFA World Cup and everything else making headlines in the sports world. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →BUZZIN’ WITH BAKER: Stingers Head Coach/G.M. Jordan Baker
1w ago00:22:07Tap to summarizeBrenden Escott is joined by Edmonton Stingers Head Coach/G.M. Jordan Baker for a breakdown of the team’s recent action, which includes a three-game losing skid, and a lookahead to a very important stretch of the team’s season. Insights and analysis you won’t get anywhere else—learn about one of Edmonton’s summertime sporting gems, courtesy an in-depth chat with the man pulling all the strings. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta
1w ago00:21:22Tap to summarizeThe NHL offseason is already in full swing, and Brenden Escott is joined by David Pagnotta from the Fourth Period to break down all the biggest headlines. We discuss the Edmonton Oilers officially hiring Mike Babcock as head coach and what his arrival means for a team with Stanley Cup expectations, along with the significant addition of associate coach D.J. Smith. We dive into the blockbuster trade sending Brady Tkachuk to Florida, Ottawa's acquisition of William Eklund, Washington's move for Jordan Kyrou and Calgary's gamble on former second-overall pick Simon Nemec. Plus, why are so many teams making major moves before the NHL Draft? We examine the latest on Jason Robertson, Connor Hellebuyck, NHL expansion in Houston, and get a preview of the biggest storylines to watch during SiriusXM's NHL Draft coverage. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Oilers discussion
1w ago00:23:36Tap to summarizeGet all the audio from the introductory press conference for Edmonton Oilers Head Coach Mike Babcock and Associate bench boss D.J. Smith, plus a chance to join in on the conversation as Brenden opens up the phone lines to hear what you have to say about the news. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Brenden Escott opens the June 23 show
1w ago00:21:22Tap to summarizeHost Brenden Escott begins the June 23 show with the latest from the Edmonton Oilers, who officially introduced Mike Babcock as head coach and D.J. Smith as associate coach on Tuesday afternoon. Plus, reaction to a flurry of trades across the NHL and action at the FIFA World Cup, as well as a Blue Jays afternoon game. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Elks Analyst Blake Dermott
1w ago00:23:22Tap to summarizeThe Edmonton Elks are 2-0 for the first time since 2019 after knocking off Montreal in another rain-soaked battle. Brenden Escott and Blake Dermott break down what's fueling the Green and Gold's strong start, whether the early success looks sustainable and the growing impact of explosive playmaker Justin Rankin after another 200-plus all-purpose yard performance. We also discuss whether Edmonton can continue to thrive without a clear-cut No. 1 receiver, the defensive effort that saw seven players record five or more tackles against the Alouettes and how the offensive line has held up despite injuries. Plus, how much should fans read into the time-of-possession battle through two weeks, and what kind of challenge awaits with a short-week trip to Winnipeg against a rested Blue Bombers squad? Finally, we examine what a win in Winnipeg would mean for the Elks and their standing across the CFL. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Oilers play-by-play voice Cam Moon
1w ago00:22:35Tap to summarizeThe Oilers continue to shape their roster for the long haul, locking up trade deadline additions Jason Dickinson and Connor Murphy to multi-year extensions. Brenden Escott and Oilers voice Cam Moon from 880 CHED discuss why both signings felt essential, what each player brought to Edmonton after arriving last season and what these deals reveal about the type of team management is building around Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. We also dive into the expected return of Mike Babcock behind an NHL bench, examining the hockey credentials that make him a sought-after coach and the questions that continue to follow him. Plus, we react to the blockbuster trade sending Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers, breaking down the return for Ottawa and what adding one of the league's premier power forwards means for an already loaded Panthers roster. And with the Hockey Hall of Fame announcing its newest class, we discuss the legacies of Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price and Pekka Rinne, while debating the candidacy of Keith Tkachuk and whether his induction will stand the test of time. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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