# host nick (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover host nick. Page: Feed: --- ## [Why The Edmonton Oilers Can't Win With Just McDavid & Draisaitl | 5v5 Goal Share Breakdown](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-08-21 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ The Edmonton Oilers have enjoyed a decade of generational hockey talent with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, yet Stanley Cup glory remains elusive due to a critical roster construction flaw. In this episode of Locked On Oilers, we break down the McDavid-Draisaitl Paradox, diving deep into alarming 5-on-5 underlying metrics, line goal differentials, and the historical collapse of bottom-six… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/6a581aa4-8890-4b74-ac97-296320103f8c/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=6a581aa4-8890-4b74-ac97-296320103f8c&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [Is Zach Hyman the Edmonton Oilers' Best Free Agent Ever? Career Arc, Analytics & Future Outlook](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-08-18 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ In this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis dives into Zach Hyman’s remarkable NHL trajectory, examining how a former fifth-round pick and four-year NCAA player evolved from a middle-six forward in Toronto into one of the most productive wingers in the Connor McDavid era. The discussion breaks down Edmonton’s organizational buy-in following his seven-year, $5.5 million AAV signing and… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/8b8a2178-9a19-454b-a2e5-1485b78190bd/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=8b8a2178-9a19-454b-a2e5-1485b78190bd&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [How the NHL's Style Shift Gives the Edmonton Oilers a Major Advantage](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-08-17 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ The NHL's dominant style of play has fundamentally shifted over the last five years, creating a modern, efficiency-driven landscape that directly benefits high-skill teams like the Edmonton Oilers. While total scoring attempts have stayed steady, actual shots on goal are declining because defenses and goaltenders are closing down lanes and forcing offenses to become hyper-selective. This dynamic… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/906c8694-22c8-4fb3-82ef-46c46e313097/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=906c8694-22c8-4fb3-82ef-46c46e313097&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [Stan Bowman’s Oilers Offseason Ranked: The Best, Worst & Riskiest Moves](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-08-11 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ The dust has mostly settled on Stan Bowman’s second offseason as general manager of the Edmonton Oilers, and host Nick Zararis breaks down the process and results behind his roster construction. In this episode of Locked On Oilers, we evaluate how general managers navigate risk, cap management, and goal setting while balancing short-term self-preservation with long-term organizational health. We… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/d8bae47e-96a2-4108-b63a-3b2bdcaecd68/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=d8bae47e-96a2-4108-b63a-3b2bdcaecd68&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [Oilers Goalie Room Analysis: Tristan Jarry, Freddie Andersen & The Workload Dilemma](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-08-10 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ Welcome to Monday’s edition of Locked On Oilers, where host Nick Zararis dives deep into the Edmonton Oilers' remade, high-variance goalie room featuring Tristan Jarry, Freddie Andersen, and Devon Levi. Zararis breaks down the modern NHL's shift toward goaltender load management, noting that traditional 60-start netminders often burn out before deep playoff runs. Applying this reality to Edmonton,… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/da118c90-9b4e-4e17-91be-55da66ff625a/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=da118c90-9b4e-4e17-91be-55da66ff625a&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [Who Will Win Edmonton’s 2nd Pair Defense Spot? | Ryan Shea vs. Jake Walman](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-08-04 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ Nick Zararis breaks down the major $11 million defensive puzzle facing the Edmonton Oilers heading into the upcoming season: who earns the left-side spot on the second pair alongside Connor Murphy? On this episode of Locked On Oilers, we take a deep dive into the underlying metrics, transition profiles, and career trajectories of two unconventional late bloomers: free-agent signee Ryan Shea and… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/19af85bc-1ef3-432a-bfd3-6cfa88e91ea0/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=19af85bc-1ef3-432a-bfd3-6cfa88e91ea0&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [Why the Oilers should trade for Kirill Marchenko | Trade and extension cost](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-07-29 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ With reports that Columbus Blue Jackets right winger Kirill Marchenko has requested a trade, Nick Zararis breaks down why the Edmonton Oilers should explore a deal. From his underlying analytics and transition metrics to the literal trade cost, potential contract extension, and line fit alongside Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl, we analyze every angle of a potential block-buster trade! 04:22… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/ed16375d-3525-4b8b-84d7-1dd1422bba8f/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=ed16375d-3525-4b8b-84d7-1dd1422bba8f&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [Why Mike Babcock's Goalie History could be Bad News for the Edmonton Oilers](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-07-28 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ Will Mike Babcock's coaching style work with the Edmonton Oilers' current goalie room? In this Tuesday edition of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis dives deep into Mike Babcock’s historical usage of goaltenders. From riding "bell cow" goalies like Jean-Sébastien Giguère in Anaheim to his heavy reliance on Chris Osgood and Dominik Hasek in Detroit, Babcock's systems demand massive workloads. But… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/da845511-a619-4993-b0cf-0218fa8de03f/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=da845511-a619-4993-b0cf-0218fa8de03f&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [Mike Babcock's Impact on the Edmonton Oilers: Reuniting with Hyman, Andersen & Kapanen](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-07-27 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ On today’s episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick dives deep into the environmental factors and historical context surrounding Mike Babcock’s return as an NHL head coach—this time behind the bench for the Edmonton Oilers! We explore Babcock's previous tenure with the Toronto Maple Leafs and break down how his past relationships with current Oilers players will impact the team's upcoming season.… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/fd31889b-d97a-459d-83d9-f1c2b757ace1/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=fd31889b-d97a-459d-83d9-f1c2b757ace1&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [The Hero's Journey: Connor McDavid, the Odyssey and sports Mythology](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-07-22 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ Do sports and ancient mythology have more in common than we think? On this Wednesday edition of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis explores the deep connections between ancient storytelling, like Homer's The Odyssey , and the enduring legacies of modern athletes. From the hero's journey of prodigies like Connor McDavid and LeBron James to the folk-hero status of Bo Jackson, we dive into how… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/f0a955d5-b681-4a48-ab5b-01e82725ab53/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=f0a955d5-b681-4a48-ab5b-01e82725ab53&feed=elZ_rIrQ) ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/u60ZaSqwrJDe) _2026-07-22 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [Why Unlocking Matt Savoie and Ike Howard is the key to the Oilers lineup in 2026](https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-oilers/) _2026-07-21 · lockedonpodcasts@gmail.com (Locked On Podcast Network) · Locked On Oilers - Daily Podcast On The Edmonton Oilers_ In this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis dives deep into the philosophy of building the optimal Edmonton Oilers forward group. With new flexibility in the lineup, the focus shifts to creating efficient offense by amplifying player strengths and minimizing weaknesses to ensure the team does not become predictable. Key Topics Discussed: The Top 6 Strategy: Why keeping Connor McDavid… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/7593ac/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c/episodes/5a190b01-b6bf-4072-9d7e-9968c2ec9e64/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=f2ff0d71-1273-42ee-9f32-ea2d2d46a42c&awEpisodeId=5a190b01-b6bf-4072-9d7e-9968c2ec9e64&feed=elZ_rIrQ)