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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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Elks Analyst Blake Dermott
4d 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
4d 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
Transcribe →Brenden Escott opens the June 22 show
4d ago00:21:24Tap to summarizeHost Brenden Escott begins the June 22 show with an update on weekend action for the Edmonton Elks, at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Toronto Blue Jays as well. 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 OTHER SIDE: Alouettes play-by-play voice Sean Campbell
1w ago00:23:05Tap to summarizeThis week on The Other Side, we preview the Edmonton Elks' home opener against the undefeated Montreal Alouettes with Als play-by-play voice Sean Campbell and examine what's fueled Montreal's impressive 2-0 start. We discuss the emergence of quarterback Davis Alexander, who enters the game with a chance to tie Bo Levi Mitchell's CFL record with a 14th consecutive regular-season victory, and break down the chemistry he's developed with receivers Tyson Philpot and Tyler Snead. We also look at the impact of key injuries to Jerrith Sterns and defensive star Tyrese Beverette, the influence of offensive coordinator Anthony Calvillo on Montreal's attack and the intriguing quarterback storyline as Cody Fajardo and Davis Alexander meet for the first time since Alexander took over as the Alouettes' starter. Plus, we get a different perspective on the Edmonton Elks following their season-opening victory in Ottawa and discuss what they'll need to do to hand Montreal its first loss of the season. 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 →Brayden Ewasko from Locked On Blue Jays
1w ago00:22:22Tap to summarizeChecking in on the Toronto Blue Jays, Brenden Escott is joined by Brayden Ewasko from Locked On Blue Jays to take stock of Toronto's season more than 70 games in and debate whether this club has done enough to establish itself as a legitimate World Series contender. We break down a rough outing from Kevin Gausman in Chicago, examine what's behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s lack of home-run power despite continued offensive production and discuss whether there's any cause for concern. Plus, we look at the emergence of rookie catcher Brandon Valenzuela, the tremendous impact of offseason addition Kazuma Okamoto and the transformation of Louis Varland into the club's most trusted bullpen arm. We also evaluate the job John Schneider has done managing a roster that's continued to develop contributors throughout the lineup as the Jays push toward the second half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Elks play-by-play voice Morley Scott
1w ago00:22:58Tap to summarizeWeek 3 of the CFL season is upon us, and Brenden Escott is joined by 880 CHED’s Morley Scott, to discuss the newly extended partnership between the Edmonton Elks and 880 CHED, and what the long-standing relationship means to football fans across Alberta. We also look at how the Elks used their bye week, the mood around practice and the key takeaways from Edmonton's season-opening win over Ottawa. Plus, we break down the loss of offensive lineman Coulter Woodmansey, the coaching staff's plans to fill the void and whether another rain-soaked forecast could actually work in Edmonton's favour after their wet-weather success in Week 1. And with the Montreal Alouettes arriving at Commonwealth Stadium unbeaten at 2-0, we examine what's fueled their hot start, the challenge of slowing down quarterback Davis Alexander and what a 2-0 start would say about the progress the Elks have made under Mark Kilam. 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 19 show
1w ago00:20:48Tap to summarizeHost Brenden Escott begins the June 19 show with the news of the day in the sports world, including action at the FIFA World Cup, an afternoon game for the Toronto Blue Jays and a big trade in the NHL executed by the Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning. Plus, a check-in on the Out of Town Scoreboard courtesy of our friends at GCL Diesel. 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 →Riverhawks Head Coach Jake Lanferman
1w ago00:22:41Tap to summarizeThe Edmonton Riverhawks find themselves at 6-11 through their first 17 games and looking to snap a three-game losing streak as they continue a critical road trip before returning home next week. Riverhawks Head Coach Jake Lanferman joins the show to assess where his club stands compared to expectations coming out of spring camp, whether the record accurately reflects the way his team has played and where he's seen the most growth since Opening Day. We'll also discuss the factors behind the slow start, the consistency of the pitching staff and whether a few costly innings have been the difference between several wins and losses. Coach Lanferman shares what the Riverhawks look like when they're playing their best baseball and identifies the areas that still need to improve if the club is going to climb the standings. Plus, we take a look at the ever-changing nature of summer collegiate baseball, including the possibility of roster additions as the season progresses and where the organization may be looking to add depth. We'll also spotlight one of the brightest stories of the season so far, as Easton Andrews continues to tear up the West Coast League. Hitting .404 and leading the league with 23 RBIs, Andrews has been a driving force offensively, and Coach explains what makes him such a difficult matchup for opposing pitchers. Finally, we discuss the importance of this road trip, the leadership voices emerging inside the clubhouse and why Lanferman remains confident that this team has its best baseball ahead of it despite the challenging start. 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 →Canada Soccer discussion
1w ago00:21:08Tap to summarizeCanada produced another historic result on Thursday against Qatar at the FIFA World Cup and set themselves up for a Group B victory if they can produce a draw against Switzerland. Brenden Escott summarizes the match and takes your calls and texts. 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 →Mick Kern from SiriusXM NHL Network Radio
1w ago00:23:02Tap to summarizeThe NHL offseason is already heating up, and Brenden Escott is joined by Mick Kern from SiriusXM NHL Network radio to dive into the biggest stories shaping the league. With Mike Babcock cleared by the NHL to return behind an NHL bench, we examine whether he's the right fit for the Edmonton Oilers, how his coaching style would translate in today's game and what challenges would come with leading a Stanley Cup contender in one of hockey's most demanding markets. We also break down John Chayka's first major move as Leafs general manager, shipping Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to Philadelphia for Emil Andrae and Sam Ersson. What does the deal reveal about Toronto's priorities moving forward? Elsewhere around the league, the Leafs made a surprising choice by hiring Jim Hiller after an extensive coaching search, while the Vegas Golden Knights opted for continuity by promoting Ryan Craig from within. We compare the two approaches, discuss which organization handled its coaching search best and identify the biggest gamble of the offseason so far. Plus, with the NHL Draft just around the corner in Buffalo, we look at the top storylines, potential surprises and the rumours generating the most buzz as teams prepare for one of the most important events on the hockey calendar. We also examine the major offseason storylines that could reshape the league in the weeks ahead. 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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