an the Edmonton Oilers finally finish the job, or will goaltending be their downfall again?

In this high-stakes episode of No Pucks Given, Stuart is joined by hockey influencer and die-hard Leafs fan Rick Rowley (@rickrowley3) to break down the final stretch before the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

We’re getting into the weeds on the trade that defined the season: Did the Oilers actually win the Tristan Jarry for Stuart Skinner swap? With Connor Ingram now in the mix, we debate if Edmonton finally has the "postseason ice" needed to bring the Cup home. Plus, Rick gives us a raw, unfiltered look at the Toronto Maple Leafs' horrendous season—is it time to tear it all down and rebuild?

Inside the Episode:

• The Goalie Gauntlet: Ingram vs. Jarry—who starts Game 1?

• Trade Retrospective: Re-grading the Skinner/Jarry blockbuster.

• Leafs Post-Mortem: Rick Rowley on why Toronto failed and what’s next.

• Finals Prediction: With the Florida Panthers out, who represents the East?

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Headline: From Mill Woods to the Reality of Wrestling — The Rise of Gigi Rey. 🇨🇦⭐🇺🇸

In this episode of No Pucks Given, we are joined by the incredible Gigi Rey! We trace her journey from starting her career in Canada to making the life-changing move to Texas to train under WWE Hall of Famer Booker T at his world-renowned promotion, Reality of Wrestling (ROW).

Gigi opens up about the grind of relocating during the pandemic and how she solidified her legacy as a three-division champion, making history as the only female wrestler to ever hold the ROW Tag Team, Diamonds, and Glory Women’s Championships.

Inside the Episode:

• The Texas Transition: What it’s really like training at the Reality of Wrestling and the lessons learned from a legend like Booker T.

• Championship Pedigree: Gigi reflects on her historic run in ROW and her current reign as the Glory Women’s Champion.

• Coming Home: We preview her highly anticipated return to Edmonton for Love Pro Wrestling (LPW) and her upcoming match at Dungeon Wrestling (Dallas Hart’s promotion) on Good Friday.

• Oilers Check-In: A quick look at the Edmonton Oilers’ current struggles—can they survive the Leon Draisaitl injury and still make a deep playoff run?

Whether you're a die-hard wrestling fan or just love a story about betting on yourself and winning, this conversation with one of the best in the business is a must-listen.

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The trade deadline is here, and the Edmonton Oilers are making moves! In this episode of the No Pucks Given Podcast, we are joined by the one and only Nick Basra (@nicktoksOilers) to break down a massive week for the Copper & Blue.

General Manager Stan Bowman has officially gone "All-In," shipping out Andrew Mangiapane to bring in a trio of reinforcements from the Chicago Blackhawks. But the question remains: Is this enough to secure the Cup?

On the Docket:

• The Blackhawks Connection: We break down the acquisitions of Jason Dickinson, Colton Dach, and veteran defenseman Connor Murphy. How do these "fit over flash" moves change the Oilers' defensive structure?

• • The Stan Bowman Assessment: Did the GM do enough to address the team's needs, or did he leave the goaltending and depth scoring too thin for a deep run?
  • Grit & Glory (2006 vs. 2026): We take a trip down memory lane to the legendary 2006 playoff run. Does this current roster have that same "Cinderella Story" grit? We compare the blue-collar mentality of '06 to the superstar-heavy pressure of the McDavid era.
• • Road to the Cup: Our honest predictions on if this is finally the year the Stanley Cup returns to Edmonton.

  
  

  It’s a heated, informational, and high-energy session that every Oilers fan needs to hear before the playoffs kick off.

  Listen, share, and let us know: Did Bowman win the trade deadline?

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Headline: Is he a traitor or just a fan? 🇨🇦⭐

In this episode of No Pucks Given, we’re joined by the one and only francezttv (@francezttv / Twitch), a content creator who defies logic: he’s a proud Canadian with a die-hard obsession for the Dallas Stars.

We’re diving deep into the identity crisis that has fans confused and talking about his wild trip to Edmonton right after the Oilers knocked his Stars out of the playoffs. Plus, with the Gold Medal Game between Canada and the USA just 24 hours away, we break down the biggest question in hockey: Is Sidney Crosby coming back to lead the North?

Inside the Episode:

• The Stars’ Struggle: What exactly went wrong against the Oilers, and what moves does Dallas need to make to get over the hump?

• Oilers Outlook: Can Edmonton stay a powerhouse, or are there cracks in the armor?

• International Stakes: Predictions for the Canada vs. USA showdown.

• francezttv’s Journey: From Twitch streaming to traveling deep into "enemy territory" in Edmonton.

  
  

  Whether you’re a Stars fan, an Oilers hater, or just here for the Gold Medal hype, this is an episode you can't miss!

Stuart Forreal and special guest (and die-hard Leafs fan) Rick Rowley take a deep dive into the messiest week in hockey. We aren't holding back on the controversy surrounding Gavin McKenna, the consensus 2026 No. 1 overall pick. With assault charges looming, we ask the tough questions: Is he innocent? And if the Vancouver Canucks end up with that first-round pick, do they still take the risk?

Plus, it’s a tale of two cities heading into the 2026 Olympic Break:

• The Toronto Maple Leafs are on fire with three straight wins—including a statement victory over Edmonton. Rick gives us his first-hand account from the arena.

• The Edmonton Oilers are sliding, having dropped three in a row. What is going wrong in Oil Country?

• Olympic Fever: With the NHL’s best heading to Italy, we break down Team Canada’s roster. Is gold a guarantee or are we in for an upset?

Grab a drink and settle in—No Pucks Given, all opinions welcome.

• The McKenna Case: As of Feb 6, 2026, prosecutors have withdrawn the felony aggravated assault charge, but he still faces a misdemeanor simple assault charge. This is a huge talking point for your "innocent or not" segment.

• The Standings: The Canucks are currently sitting at the bottom of the league (approx. 42 points) with the best odds (25.1%) for the #1 pick.

• The Rivalry: The Leafs just beat the Oilers 5-2 on Feb 3rd, led by Matias Maccelli’s two goals.

Season 2 is officially here! The Notebooks returns as Rick Rowley and I dive deep into a massive week for hockey. We kick things off with the World Juniors, breaking down Team Canada’s absolute 7-1 demolition of Slovakia as they prepare for a high-stakes Semi-Final matchup against Czechia.

In this episode:

• The Taylor Hall Files: Rick shares an exclusive backstory from Hall’s draft year that you haven't heard before.

• Oilers Roster Moves: With Ike Howard and Quinn Hutson called up, we analyze the new-look lines centered by Matt Savoie.

• The Crease Crisis: Is Marc-Andre Fleury actually an option? We discuss the rumors of "The Flower" coming out of retirement and my personal frustration with Coach Knoblauch’s decision to start Connor Ingram over Calvin Pickard.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are once again at the center of the hockey world — but is the problem really behind the bench?

Rick sounds off on what he believes is a player-driven issue in Toronto, pushing back on speculation surrounding head coach Craig Berube and explaining why firing the coach would be a huge mistake. The conversation turns heated as Auston Matthews’ leadership, accountability, and media silence come into question.

Then we head west.

The Edmonton Oilers shake things up by trading Stuart Skinner to the Pittsburgh Penguins for Tristan Jarry — and just three games into his Oilers tenure, Jarry suffers an injury. Exactly the concern critics warned about.

Is this bad luck… or a risky gamble coming back to bite Edmonton?

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The Edmonton Oilers made a blockbuster move, sending Stuart Skinner to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Tristan Jarry — and Oilers fans are split.

Was goaltending really the problem, or should Edmonton have focused on fixing their defense instead? We break down the numbers, the injury concerns surrounding Jarry, and whether this move actually makes the Oilers better — or just riskier.

Plus, the Oilers absolutely dismantle the Maple Leafs, leaving Rick questioning everything in Toronto. We also discuss whether the Oilers should give Conor Ingram a shot, Jarry’s strong performance against the Leafs, and whether Edmonton is finally finding its groove at the right time.

Are the Oilers on a roll — and is Tristan Jarry the missing piece to a Stanley Cup run?