The Lock Shop

Welcome to The Lock Shop a weekly sports betting podcast with Dustin Nielson and Andrew “Hustler” Paterson. Join the guys for plenty of laughs and discussion of the latest betting trends, game odds and futures from the world of sports as well as weekly picks. Before you place your wager, stop in at The Lock Shop! “Subscribe and follow on twitter at @LockShopBets”

3M Open Best Bets & CFL Week 8 Tease! - July 22nd, 2026 07/22/2026

Blue Jays Slump Continues... MLB Bets! - July 21st, 2026 07/21/2026

Spain On Top Of The World, CFL Week 7 Recap - July 20th, 2026 07/20/2026

CFL Week 7, World Cup Best Bets | 07-17-26 07/17/2026

World Cup Is Set & Open Championship Update! - July 16th, 2026 07/16/2026

World Cup Is Set & Open Championship Update! - July 16th, 2026 Get your bankrolls ready, nasties! We are back with another high-stakes, absolute heater of an edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Dustin Nielson is once again joined by the one and only The Hustler to tackle a massive Thursday board. The boys have zero time to waste as they recap a soul-crushing global football semifinal, preview the ultimate championship clash, check in on the links at Royal Birkdale, and set the stage for a critical divisional battle on the Canadian gridiron. On Today’s Show: Argentina Stuns the Three Lions: The boys dive straight into yesterday's absolute chaos in Atlanta. England was minutes away from booking their ticket to the dance, but Lionel Messi proved once again why he is the gift that keeps on giving. The guys dissect the late-game tactical collapse from England and look at Messi's masterclass to orchestrate the Albiceleste's comeback. The World Cup Final Is Set: Spain vs. Argentina. A true trans-Atlantic heavyweight collision this Sunday at MetLife Stadium. The Hustler breaks down the early line movements, dissects the matchups, and tells you exactly where the smart money is landing. Who raises the trophy on Sunday? Live from Royal Birkdale – The Open Championship: The final men's Major of the year got underway this morning in Southport, England! The boys check in on the live leaderboard where Englishman Dan Brown and Sungjae Im have set the early pace at 4-under. Plus, they react to a strong start from Canadian Nick Taylor, who sits right in the hunt at 2-under. Who is the front-runner to hold the Claret Jug come Sunday? CFL Week 7 Tee Up: The Canadian gridiron action fires up tomorrow night right here in Edmonton as the Elks host the BC Lions! Can the Green and Gold keep their momentum rolling at Commonwealth, or will the Leos spoil the party? Dusty and The Hustler map out the spreads, the totals, and their definitive betting card for the weekend. /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/42114825

World Cup & Open Championship Best Bets! - July 15th, 2026 07/15/2026

World Cup & Open Championship Best Bets! - July 15th, 2026 The betting board is sizzling, and we are bringing in the heavy artillery! We are kicking off a massive mid-week edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Dustin Nielson is back at the helm, and today he's joined by none other than The Hustler! The boys have a jam-packed board to dissect, starting with some pitching mastery on the diamond, leading into a massive global soccer showdown, and finishing with a flurry of franchise-altering news from the ice. On Today’s Show: MLB All-Star Post-Mortem: The American League absolutely put the handcuffs on the National League last night in Philly, grinding out a clinical 4-0 shutout. World Cup Semifinal Part II: Yesterday, Spain put on a absolute clinic to punch their ticket to the World Cup Final. Today, the world stops for the second heavyweight clash to see who will meet them there. Is it Lionel Messi and Argentina, or is football finally coming home for England? The Hustler lays out his ultimate match locks, total cards, and corner kick props for today's massive fixture. Seismic Shifts in Hockeytown: The NHL news cycle is absolutely spinning. The legendary Steve Yzerman has officially stepped down as General Manager of the Detroit Red Wings to transition into an advisory role. The guys discuss what this means for the "Yzer-plan" and who is in line to take over the rebuild. The Anthony Mantha Value Play: The New Jersey Devils just made a highly calculated splash, locking up top-six winger Anthony Mantha to a highly reasonable two-year, $9.5 million deal. Fresh off a 33-goal campaign, is this the ultimate value grab of the late-summer free agency market? The NHL Opening Night Schedule Drop: Circle September 29th in sharpie! The NHL has officially released its opening night matchups for the expanded 84-game season. The boys react to a massive double-header, headlined by the Toronto Maple Leafs hosting the Montreal Canadiens, followed by our very own Edmonton Oilers hosting the Vancouver Canucks! The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/42103655

World Cup Final Four Best Bets! - July 14th, 2026 07/14/2026

World Cup Final Four Best Bets! - July 14th, 2026 The big man is officially back in the driver's seat! We are kicking off a massive Tuesday edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Dustin Nielson returns to the main desk to reunite with the fellas after his time away. The boys have a massive backlog of sports betting data to sort through, and they are wasting zero time handicapping a wild, multi-sport board. From a defining weekend on the Canadian gridiron to a historic home run display and a massive shift in the global soccer markets, the window is wide open and the sharp money is moving. On Today’s Show: The Fellas Catch Up & Reset: Dusty and the boys open up the mic to recap a crazy couple of days apart. They'll review the weekend betting damage, track the shifting public money, and lay out the plan to attack a high-stakes Tuesday card. CFL Week 6 Ledger Review: Canadian football market adjustments are live! The boys break down the full slate from Week 6—unpacking the Edmonton Elks' continued dominance, evaluating who covered their spreads, and looking at how the bookmakers are shifting future lines as the West Division heats up. Home Run Derby Post-Mortem: Last night at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia was absolute theater under the brand-new swing-limit rules. The boys react to Jordan Walker completely spoiling the party for the hometown faithful, edging out Kyle Schwarber 12-to-11 on his final swings. Who cashed big on the underdog props, and what did we learn about formatting strategy? MLB All-Star Game Card: Baseball's Midsummer Classic takes center stage tonight in Philly. With Phillies southpaw Cristopher Sánchez getting the starting nod on his home mound and Blue Jays ace Dylan Cease countering for the American League, the boys dive into the props, total runs, and moneyline value for tonight's exhibition. World Cup Final Four Launch: The international soccer party hits a fever pitch later today! The Semifinals are officially locked, and the boys break down the ultimate heavyweight betting board. With France battling Spain this afternoon and England locking horns with Argentina tomorrow, the fellas lay out their official match predictions, total card locks, and updated tournament futures. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/42083805

World Cup Final Four & Weekend Recap - July 13th, 2026 07/14/2026

World Cup Final Four & Weekend Recap - July 13th, 2026 Matt Iwanyk is back in the captain's chair, and today he’s joined by The Hustler to completely dissect an absolute whirlwind weekend across the sports betting landscape. From major shifts in the Canadian gridiron markets to global soccer drama and a chaotic, high-stakes night in the desert, the boys are breaking down the film, hunting for pure market value, and setting up your betting cards for a massive Monday night. On Today’s Show: CFL Week 6 Market Report: A pivotal week of Canadian football is officially in the books, and the lines are on the move. Who is an autolock cover right now, and who is a complete bankroll killer? World Cup Final Four Board: The QF dust has settled, and only four teams remain on the global pitch. With France set to battle Spain tomorrow and Argentina locking horns with England on Wednesday, Matty and Hustler analyze the updated futures market. Who is the true smart-money play to lift the trophy, and which powerhouse is standing on shaky ground? UFC 329 Post-Mortem: Saturday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas was a certified sportsbooks nightmare and a total circus. Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated return evaporated just 69 seconds into the fight due to a freak knee injury against Max Holloway, turning the main card on its head. The boys react to the fallout, look at Paddy Pimblett's lightning-fast first-round cash, and evaluate the carnage. Home Run Derby Sharp Picks: The ultimate power spectacle takes over Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia tonight, and the betting board is loaded with intrigue. With a brand-new, time-free rule system locking batters into a strict 20-swing limit, strategy is everything. Can hometown favourite Kyle Schwarber crush the field? Is Bryce Harper the ultimate narrative value bet? Or is there a massive young longshot like Junior Caminero or Jac Caglianone waiting to bust the brackets? The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/42064630

CFL & World Cup Best Bets! - July 10th, 2026 07/10/2026

CFL & World Cup Best Bets! - July 10th, 2026 The lines are moving, the game-day board is locked, and we are hunting down the ultimate Friday value! Welcome inside a massive edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk.We’ve got the heavy-hitting team of Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson and Matt Iwanyk steering the ship today. The boys are walking into the laboratory with serious swagger after a legendary Thursday night in YEG, and they've got a loaded multi-sport card to break down. From a total changing of the guard in the CFL West to massive international knockout soccer and a historic weekend in the UFC Octagon, the fellas are ready to map out your winning tickets. On Today’s Show: Elks Victory Lap — Is Justin Rankin the MOP?: The conversation starts with the absolute masterclass that took place at Commonwealth Stadium last night. The Edmonton Elks completely embarrassed the Ottawa Redblacks in a 40-17 blowout! The guys react to the sheer dominance of Justin Rankin, who shredded Ottawa for 107 yards and three scores. The boys ask the big question: Is Rankin playing like the clear-cut Most Outstanding Player in the CFL right now? Friday Night Lights — Bombers vs. Argos: The gridiron action keeps rolling tonight as the 2-2 Winnipeg Blue Bombers host the 2-2 Toronto Argonauts. The Hustler and Matty break down the betting angles, track the point total overlays, and preview how both coaching staffs are game-planning for this high-stakes cross-division battle. CFL Week 6 Slate Mapping: With tonight's game setting the tone, the boys stretch out the whiteboard to handicap the rest of the weekend football card, identifying the sharp sides, the trap lines, and where you should look to place your money. World Cup Match Center — Belgium vs. Spain: Turning our eyes to the global pitch, a massive European heavyweight clash is underway in the World Cup Quarterfinals. The boys give their live reactions to Spain vs. Belgium, checking in on the updated tournament futures and spotting the line values for the upcoming knockout schedule. UFC 329 Briefing — McGregor’s Return: To close things out, the guys look ahead to tomorrow night’s massive pay-per-view card in Las Vegas. After five long years away from the sport, Conor McGregor makes his highly anticipated return to the Octagon against Max Holloway. The boys drop their early leans, prop value picks, and main card projections. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/42036510

CFL Week 6 Preview | WC QF Action - July 9th, 2026 07/09/2026

CFL Week 6 Preview | WC QF Action - July 9th, 2026 The lines are moving, the game-day board is officially locked, and we are hunting for pure value! Welcome inside a brand-new, high-stakes edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. We’ve got a slight shift at the main desk today as Matt Iwanyk steps into the laboratory to team up with Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson. It’s been a minute since these two shared the microphones, so the fellas open the program with a quick summer catch-up before laying out a massive, multi-sport card. From a critical CFL Thursday night kickoff right here in Edmonton to a massive shift on the international soccer pitch, the boys are ready to find the ultimate edges to help you cash your tickets. On Today’s Show: CFL Week 6 Game Day — Elks vs. Redblacks: All betting eyes are locked onto Commonwealth Stadium tonight! The Elks are looking to wash the taste of their first blemish of the season out of their mouths and punch their way back into the win column. Can Edmonton cover the home spread on a quick four-day turnaround, or are the Ottawa Redblacks carrying too much value on the moneyline? Matty and the Hustler break down the total, the props, and where the sharp public money is landing. The Full CFL Week 6 Board: Once tonight’s local clash is locked away, the guys pull back the lens to preview the rest of the Week 6 gridiron slate. They dissect the opening spreads, evaluate how major quarterback injuries are shifting the bookmaker projections, and drop their favorite total overlays for the weekend ahead. World Cup Knockout Stage Check-In: It’s been a full week since Matty and the Hustler last shared the airwaves, and the World Cup bracket has completely mutated since then. With powerhouse teams falling and the knockout stages delivering absolute chaos, the boys review the updated tournament futures board and hunt for value in tomorrow’s massive matches. Are the Toronto Blue Jays Finally Back?: Hallelujah, the bats have finally woken up! After a brutal, month-long slide that had fans ready to sell off the entire franchise, the Blue Jays' offense completely exploded on the West Coast. The boys look at the numbers, evaluate the hitting adjustments, and debate if this is a genuine, sustainable turnaround or just a temporary mirage before they dive back into the AL East basement. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/42025520

Messi Goal Watch & Blue Jays Suck! - July 7th, 2026 07/07/2026

Messi Goal Watch & Blue Jays Suck! - July 7th, 2026 The boards are moving fast, the lines are shifting, and the daily card is absolutely locked and loaded! Welcome inside a brand-new edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. Dusty and Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson are back at the main desk to sort through a massive, multi-sport betting slate. From local diamond despair and regular-season gridiron grinds to a completely historic month on the international soccer pitch, the fellas are tracking the values, mapping the public money, and finding the ultimate edges to help you cash your tickets. On Today’s Show: The Blue Jays Free Fall: The boys start at the diamond, and they aren't pulling any punches. The Toronto Blue Jays' mid-summer slide has officially reached emergency levels. The bats are cold, the pitching depth is being stretched to its absolute limit, and fans across the country are left asking one simple question: Is there any universe where this team snaps out of this coma, or is it time to start selling off assets? Dusty and the Hustler look at tonight's moneyline value and debate if there's any logic in betting on a turnaround. World Cup Madness Reaches a Fever Pitch: The eyes of the entire sporting world are locked onto the international pitch as the World Cup knockout stages continue to deliver absolute chaos. Following some massive weekend upsets—including the dramatic exits of both Team Canada and Team USA—the bracket is wide open. The guys break down the updated futures board, track the shift in tournament favorites, and lock in their favorite totals for tomorrow's massive morning matches. CFL Week 6 Lines & Local Adjustments: With Week 5 officially in the rearview mirror and the Edmonton Elks suffering their very first blemish of the campaign out in BC, it's time to turn our attention forward. The boys get an early jump on the CFL Week 6 opening lines, evaluating where the smart money is landing on the spread and dissecting how the latest quarterback injury updates across the league are altering the bookmaker projections. Summer Hockey Heat: The NHL offseason rumor mill refuses to go quiet. The fellas keep the hockey talk moving with a quick look around the league as teams continue to navigate the financial fallout of last week's historic offer-sheet drama and look to finalize their remaining restricted free agent contracts. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41994530

CFL Week 5 Recap & Monday Best Bets! 07/06/2026

CFL Week 5 Recap & Monday Best Bets! The whiteboard is completely dripping with cash, and the daily board has never looked more chaotic! Welcome inside a massive, week-opening Monday edition of The Lock Shop, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk. The band is officially back together! Dusty has returned from his brief hiatus to reclaim his spot at the main desk alongside Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson. The boys have a mountain of weekend action to sort through, ranging from heartbreak on the international soccer pitch to an absolute roster nuke that completely paralyzed the hockey world on Friday afternoon. On Today’s Show: The Morocco Meltdown: The guys don't sugarcoat the opening topic. Team Canada’s spectacular, inspiring run on the international soccer pitch came to a grinding, emotional halt over the weekend. A tough 3-0 clean sheet loss to Morocco officially eliminated the red and white. It absolutely sucked to watch, but Dusty and the Hustler break down why the broader future of this men's program remains incredibly bright. CFL Week 5 Wrap-Up & Elks Fall: The local football wheel finally slowed down, and the Green and Gold have tasted defeat for the first time this season. The undefeated Edmonton Elks dropped a 36-24 nail-biter out west against the BC Lions at Touchdown Kelowna. Dusty dives deep into the tape to track the costly turnovers, while the fellas review the entire Week 5 betting board to see who covered and where the lines are shifting for Week 6. The NHL Nuclear Bomb — Leo Carlsson Offer Sheeted!: Friday afternoon is usually a quiet time in the hockey world—unless Daniel Briere is your general manager. In a move that completely shattered the NHL landscape, the Philadelphia Flyers tendered a mind-boggling, record-breaking five-year, $90 million offer sheet to Anaheim Ducks' 21-year-old franchise center Leo Carlsson. At an $18 million average annual value, it immediately makes him the highest-paid player in hockey history. The boys weigh the absolute panic: Will Pat Verbeek and the Ducks match this poison-pill deal? Or do they let their star center go to Philly and walk away with four first-round draft picks? Most importantly, how does this completely break the market for upcoming RFA mega-stars like Connor Bedard? The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41981855

Canada VS Morocco Preview & CFL Week 5 Best Bets! - July 3rd, 2026 07/03/2026

Grading Jets & Oilers Moves & CFL Week 5 Preview - July 2nd, 2026 07/02/2026

Tuesday Best Bets & NBA FRENZY - June 30th, 2026 06/30/2026

Tuesday Best Bets & NBA FRENZY - June 30th, 2026 The dynamic duo is officially back at the whiteboard! Dusty Nielson is reunited with Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson to filter through an absolute mountain of weekend sports betting fallout. The fellas haven't had a chance to properly dissect a wild 72 hours on the board, and the laboratory is officially open for business.From historic international soccer drama to a looming atomic bomb in the NBA trade market, the boys are putting on their handicapping hats for a massive Tuesday edition of The Lock Shop on Edmonton Sports Talk. On Today’s Show: The Return of the Klaw?: We start with absolute pandemonium in the Association. Major insiders are confirming that the Toronto Raptors and LA Clippers are deep in serious trade talks to send 2019 Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard back north of the border. With reports indicating player compensation is already agreed upon—headlined by Brandon Ingram heading to LA—the boys analyze the massive shift in Eastern Conference futures and track the moving odds on if this blockbuster drops today. Free Agent Frenzy Eve: The NHL market official detonates tomorrow morning at 10:00 AM MT. The guys look at the final board and lay out their betting blueprints for both the Edmonton Oilers and Winnipeg Jets. With cap space tighter than ever, where is the smart money landing on the top unrestricted free agents? Will Stan Bowman big-game hunt, or will both clubs look for value depth pieces to move their divisional odds? Weekend Sports Post-Mortem: Dusting off the notebook, Dusty and Hustler finally get to look back at an unforgettable stretch on the sports betting calendar. They recap Canada's historic 1-0 World Cup knockout shocker over South Africa, evaluate the final draft-floor values from Buffalo, and check in on a wild Week 4 slate in the CFL that leaves our Edmonton Elks sitting pretty at 3-0 on their bye week. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41909335

Elks Are 3-0 & Canada Advances! - June 29th, 2026 06/29/2026

3-0 Elks Defeat The Bombers & Canada Round of 32 Preview - June 26th, 2026 06/26/2026

3-0 Elks Defeat The Bombers & Canada Round of 32 Preview - June 26th, 2026 The board is hot, the lines are moving, and we have a major roster shakeup behind the microphones for a massive Friday edition of The Lock Shop on Edmonton Sports Talk! With Dusty away, Matt Iwanyk steps right back into the betting laboratory to co-host alongside the one, the only Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson. The boys have a loaded multi-sport card to filter through, starting with an absolute masterpiece on the Canadian gridiron. On Today’s Show: Elks Stun the Bombers (Edmonton is 3-0!): Matt walks into the studio with his chest puffed out after the Green and Gold marched right into Princess Auto Stadium and pulled off a gritty, statement victory over Hustler’s beloved Blue Bombers. The guys recap the game from a betting perspective—how Edmonton covered the spread, hit the under, and cemented themselves as a true premium force in the CFL this season. Friday Night Lights — Riders vs. Argos: The football wheel keeps spinning tonight! The undefeated Saskatchewan Roughriders host Chad Kelly and the Toronto Argonauts at Mosaic Stadium. The boys break down the 3-point spread, analyze the total, and lay out the best player props for tonight's prairie showdown, while also mapping out the rest of the Week 4 CFL slate. NHL Draft Floor Betting Value: The 2026 NHL Entry Draft kicks off its first round tonight in Buffalo, and the trade market is in an absolute state of absolute meltdown. Matt and Hustler look at the draft-day prop markets, track the moving odds on potential draft-floor blockbusters, and spot where the sharp money is landing. World Cup Lookahead — Canada vs. South Africa: History has been made, but the job isn't finished. After clinching a spot in the knockout phase, the Canadian Men’s National Team is gearing up for a massive Round of 32 clash against South Africa this Sunday in LA. The guys take an early look at the opening moneyline, advance odds, and tactical matchups on the global pitch. Presented by Play Alberta. /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41830370

Elks vs Blue Bombers Picks + Canada Loss Recap! - June 25th, 2026 06/26/2026

Elks vs Blue Bombers Picks + Canada Loss Recap! - June 25th, 2026 The lines are up, the board is locked, and we have a major roster shakeup behind the microphones today! Welcome inside a high-stakes, fast-paced Thursday edition of The Lock Shop on Edmonton Sports Talk. With both Dusty and the Hustler out of the laboratory today, the keys to the betting desk have been handed over to the great Matt Iwanyk! Matt slides into the host chair alongside Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson to filter through an absolutely loaded board across the CFL, international soccer, and the diamond. On Today’s Show: World Cup Fallout — Canada Falls to Swiss: The guys start on the pitch with a deep post-mortem on last night's dramatic 2-1 loss to Switzerland in Vancouver. While Les Rouges fought hard and clinched a historic spot in the Round of 32, finishing second in Group B leaves a lot of questions. The boys look at what went wrong structurally, break down the tactical absence of Alphonso Davies, and scan the sportsbooks for Canada's upcoming knockout matchup against South Africa. CFL Game Day — Elks vs. Blue Bombers: Football is officially on the menu tonight! Your undefeated 2-0 Edmonton Elks march into a hostile Princess Auto Stadium to take on a rested Winnipeg Blue Bombers squad coming off a bye. Can the Green and Gold pull off the road upset as +3.5 underdogs, or do the Bombers protect the home turf? Matt and Hustler lock in their definitive point-spread, moneyline, and game-total picks. NHL Pre-Draft Market Meltdown: The hockey world is still spinning after an absolute avalanche of four separate multi-player blockbusters detonated over the last 48 hours. The guys track the changing championship futures lines following Jordan Kyrou heading to DC, Bowen Byram landing in Chicago, and Simon Nemec becoming a Flame. The Blue Jays' Battle with .500: Shifting to Major League Baseball, the Toronto Blue Jays continue their agonizing, month-long struggle to firmly cross the .500 threshold. Coming off a frustrating loss to Houston, the guys evaluate if the Jays can find their footing or if they are a trap team for bettors ahead of their weekend series with Texas. Presented by Play Alberta. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41828210

Canada vs Switzerland Best Bets! - June 24th, 2026 06/24/2026

Canada vs Switzerland Best Bets! - June 24th, 2026 History is being made on today's edition of The Lock Shop! For the first time ever, both Dustin Nielson and Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson have vacated the laboratory at the exact same time. But the betting board waits for no one. Stepping up to anchor a historic broadcast, Lt. Eric is joined in studio by Zack Kubusch! The fellas haven’t shared the airwaves together in a minute, so they spend some time catching up before locking in on a massive slate of sports headlines and betting lines. On Today’s Show: The Babcock Era Begins: The guys briefly check in on the massive news out of Edmonton. With Mike Babcock officially signed as the 19th head coach in Oilers history and the introductory presser in the books, they debate the immediate locker room impact and if any futures lines are worth chasing. World Cup Group B Finale — Canada vs. Switzerland: This is the absolute peak of the betting card. Les Rouges are at a packed, raucous BC Place in Vancouver to battle the Swiss with first place in Group B on the line. The fellas break down the massive tactical hurdle of replacing the injured Ismaël Koné, the emotional boost of Alphonso Davies returning to action as a sub, and how Canada's major goal-differential safety net alters the match strategy. The Soccer Locks: Eric and Zack dig deep into the sportsbook boards for the Canada/Switzerland match. From straight moneyline plays to half-time draws and prop bets on Jonathan David to stay hot, the boys deliver their definitive best bets. NHL Pre-Draft Meltdown: The hockey world is absolutely fracturing before our eyes. The guys track the fallout from yesterday’s insane multi-team trade frenzy, breaking down Jordan Kyrou heading to DC, Bowen Byram landing in Chicago for the 4th overall pick, Simon Nemec going to Calgary, and Steve Staios' quick-strike re-tool in Ottawa. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41794815

Babcock Hired, Tuesday Best Bets! - June 23rd, 2026 06/23/2026

Babcock Hired, Tuesday Best Bets! - June 23rd, 2026 The lines are shifting, the board is buzzing, and The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk! Grab your betting slips and hit the live chat because Dustin Nielson and Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson are reacting to an absolute landscape-shifting morning in Oil Country. It is officially a new era in Edmonton. The organization has closed the book on its coaching search and officially named Mike Babcock as the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. The boys spend a massive chunk of today's show unpacking the immediate betting and locker room fallout of this monumental hiring. On Today’s Show: The Mike Babcock Era Begins: It is no longer a rumor—the contract is signed. The boys weigh in on Babcock taking over the Edmonton bench. How does this immediately shift the Oilers' Stanley Cup futures lines? What does his rigid structure mean for the core, and how will the fan base react on opening night? We break down every single angle. NBA Blockbuster — Giannis to South Beach!: Complete and utter madness on the hardwood last night right before the NBA Draft. Pat Riley and the Miami Heat just pulled off the heist of the decade, acquiring two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks in a multi-player, draft-pick heavy nuke of a trade. The boys check out the newly adjusted NBA Championship odds. US Open Fallout — Wyndham Clark Conquers Shinnecock: Shinnecock Hills showed its teeth, but Wyndham Clark held off a furious final-round charge from Sam Burns to survive a near-historic collapse and claim his second career US Open title. The fellas recap the tournament leaderboard, the brutal conditions, and clear out the golf betting tickets from Father's Day weekend. World Cup & Global Soccer Odds: The action on the pitch is heating up. We track the latest tournament results, check in on Team Canada’s ongoing momentum, and scour the sportsbooks to find the absolute sharpest international soccer values on the board. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41744605

Weekend Recap & World Cup Best Bets! June 22nd, 2026 06/22/2026

Weekend Recap & World Cup Best Bets! June 22nd, 2026 The laboratory doors are officially wide open for a massive, loaded Monday edition of The Lock Shop! We are broadcasting live on Edmonton Sports Talk with a special twist today: Dustin Nielson is live on location, anchoring the set alongside Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson to clear out an absolute mountain of weekend betting slips and sports headlines. From unforgettable overtime thrillers right here at Commonwealth to earth-shattering blockbuster trades that have completely rearranged the NHL landscape, the boys are breaking down the biggest winners and losers from the weekend action. On Today’s Show: Dusty Live on Location: Nielson anchors today's edition of both The Lock Shop and The Oil Stream from the road at Boston Pizza West Gate! The fellas open up the broadcast by reviewing their personal weekend betting cards and setting the stage for a wild week in sports. The Undefeated Edmonton Elks (2-0): What a weekend for football in the 780! Your Edmonton Elks put on an absolute clinic in a 32-29 overtime thriller against the Montreal Alouettes. The Green and Gold didn't just move to a perfect 2-0 start for the first time since 2019—they officially snapped Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander’s historic 13-0 career regular-season winning streak. The boys recap every single game from a wild CFL weekend. The Tkachuk Reunion Blockbuster: The hockey world is still shaking after yesterday’s absolute nuke of a trade. Brady Tkachuk has officially been traded to the Florida Panthers to link up with his brother Matthew! The boys break down the massive asset return for the Ottawa Senators and discuss what this means for the balance of power in the Eastern Conference. Connor Hellebuyck on the Move?: Rumour season is officially burning hot in Winnipeg. Reports are swirling that elite, Vezina-caliber goaltender Connor Hellebuyck could be on his way out of town. Hustler gives his raw, inside-track thoughts on what true value looks like for the star netminder and where he could realistically land. Oilers & World Cup Soccer Updates: We check in on the latest offseason whispers coming out of the Edmonton front office following a busy weekend, plus we track the betting lines and latest matchday drama as international soccer continues to dominate the global pitch. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41726255

Canada Crushes Qatar 6-0 & CFL Week 3 Locks! 06/19/2026

Canada Crushes Qatar 6-0 & CFL Week 3 Locks! The laboratory is officially open for a massive Friday edition of The Lock Shop on Edmonton Sports Talk! The lines are moving, the board is loaded, and today Matty (Matt Iwanyk) is back in the co-pilot seat alongside Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson to unpack an absolute monster of a sports weekend. Matty just touched down back in Alberta and has a massive travel log to clear out. He spent his last 24 hours live at BC Place in Vancouver, witnessing Team Canada put on an absolute masterclass and tear the roof off the stadium with a historic 6-0 routing of Qatar. The boys break down the matchday atmosphere, Jonathan David's historic hat trick, and how the soccer futures market is shifting.Plus, we have championship golf on the board and a brand-new week of Canadian football to handicap. On Today’s Show: Matty’s Vancouver Travel Log: 6-0 nothing, baby! Matty gives Hustler the full, raw, unfiltered recap of his wild 24 hours on the West Coast. From the absolute party in the stands to the dominant performance on the pitch, the boys celebrate a historic night for Canadian soccer. U.S. Open Moving Day Leans: The brutal afternoon winds and a wild fog delay turned Shinnecock Hills into an absolute blender yesterday. With Wyndham Clark trying to hold onto his lead and Scottie Scheffler scrambling, the fellas check out the live updated odds. Who is the smart money riding on for a Moving Day surge? CFL Week 3 Betting Preview: Football is back tonight! The boys dive deep into the weekend card to find the absolute sharpest edges. We preview tonight's cross-division clash with the BC Lions heading into Hamilton to face the Tiger-Cats, plus we look ahead to Saturday's massive triple-header—including your undefeated Edmonton Elks putting their perfect record on the line against the Montreal Alouettes at Commonwealth. The Lock Card: To wrap it all up, the boys build their definitive betting slips for the weekend. From CFL spreads and player props to Major League Baseball value, we have your bankroll completely covered. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41704335

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US Open Best Bets & Messi Magic - June 17th, 2026 06/17/2026

US Open Best Bets & Messi Magic - June 17th, 2026 The championship hardware has been handed out, but the betting board is moving faster than ever this Wednesday morning! The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Dustin Nielson (Dusty) is finally reunited on the microphone with Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson to catch up, clear out a massive notebook of sports news, and build a massive summer bankroll. From a major championship weekend on the golf course to legendary magic on the soccer pitch and a breaking coaching hire in the NHL, the boys have today's card completely surrounded. Grab your notebook—let's find some winners. On Today’s Show: US Open Betting Deep Dive: The toughest test in golf has arrived. The boys shift their entire gambling focus to New York as the world's best descend upon the historic, treacherous greens of Shinnecock Hills for the 2026 U.S. Open. Can world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler complete the career Grand Slam? Will Brooks Koepka repeat his 2018 Shinnecock magic? Dusty and Hustler drop their ultimate betting strategy, laying out their favorite outright winners, top-10 locks, head-to-head matchup slips, and longshot value plays. Messi's Masterclass on the Pitch: Absolute, unadulterated brilliance from the G.O.A.T. The guys look back at a historic night at the World Cup, reacting to Lionel Messi’s spectacular hat-trick that has completely blown the soccer world wide open. We break down the performance, look at how it re-shapes the Golden Boot race, and track the shifting outright lines. NHL Breaking News — Hiller to the Leafs: The off-season coaching carousel just spun out a massive piece of breaking news this morning. The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially named Jim Hiller as their next head coach. The fellas give their immediate reaction to the hiring, debate if he is the right fit to navigate the high-pressure Toronto market, and look at how it shifts early look-ahead Atlantic Division futures. Blue Jays Track the Red Sox: On the diamond, the boys recap a crucial 6-1 bounce-back win for the Toronto Blue Jays at Fenway Park and look ahead to find the sharpest spots on today's MLB board. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41679515

World Cup, Blue Jays & NHL Rumours! - June 16th, 2026 06/16/2026

World Cup, Blue Jays & NHL Rumours! - June 16th, 2026 The hardware has officially been handed out, the championship banners are being printed, and the boys are finally back together to handle the fallout! The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Dustin Nielson is reunited with Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson for the first time since last week. Between Dusty tracking the madness locally in Edmonton and Hustler holding it down in Winnipeg, the fellas have a massive amount of catching up to do before attacking today's sports betting card. Grab your notebook—let's break down a historic weekend in sports from every single gambling angle. On Today’s Show: Championship Weekend Review: We officially have champions crowned on both the ice and the hardwood! The Carolina Hurricanes put a definitive end to the Stanley Cup Final with a spectacular 3-0 shutout victory in Game 6 over Vegas, while Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks finished off their gritty run to capture their first NBA title in 53 years. The boys look back at the final lines, evaluate the player prop payouts, and take an early look at next year's look-ahead futures board. The Connor Hellebuyck Rumour Mill: Shifting over to Hustler's neck of the woods, a massive off-season storm is brewing in Winnipeg. With the postseason officially over, league-wide whispers are getting incredibly loud surrounding the future of elite netminder Connor Hellebuyck. Is the former Vezina winner officially on the trading block this summer? The boys talk about potential landing spots, the massive trade value he commands, and how a blockbuster move would completely shake up the NHL betting landscape. Blue Jays Slumping Down East: It was a rough weekend sequence for Canada's team at the Rogers Centre. The Toronto Blue Jays fell flat in their weekend series finale against the New York Yankees, dropping an 8-3 decision. The guys look at the current AL East standings, evaluate their shrinking postseason futures value, and find the sharpest spots to back them (or fade them) moving forward. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41666135

Friday Night Football, World Cup Kickoff & Canes Up 3-2! - June 12th, 2026 06/12/2026

Friday Night Football, World Cup Kickoff & Canes Up 3-2! - June 12th, 2026 The weekend has officially arrived, and we are unlocking an absolute monster of a Friday card! The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and today it is a very special, star-studded affair in the laboratory. The Glue Guy is steering the ship and he is joined by the one and only Benny Thompson to break down a massive cross-sport betting board! From a heavy-hitting Friday night on the gridiron to world-class pitch action and championship drama, the boys have your bankroll completely covered. On Today’s Show: Chad Kelly Returns on Friday Night Football: The regular season officially gets underway for the boatmen tonight! The Toronto Argonauts travel to Percival Molson Stadium to kick off their campaign against the 1-0 Montreal Alouettes. The biggest storyline of the night? The return of MOP quarterback Chad Kelly. It’s been a minute since he last saw game action, so what can we truly expect from him right out of the gate? The boys dive into the game total, evaluate the spread, and drop their favorite player props for tonight's East Division showdown. CFL Week 2 Opener Recap: Looking back at Thursday night’s absolute fireworks in Winnipeg. Bo Levi Mitchell put on a vintage masterclass, slinging three touchdowns to help the Hamilton Tiger-Cats completely spoil the Blue Bombers' home opener with a 37-27 victory. The fellas talk about how the line shifted and what this means for the futures market. Canes One Win Away: Shifting to the ice, how about them Hurricanes?! Carolina utilized a lethal power play to down the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 last night, taking a commanding 3-2 stranglehold on the Stanley Cup Final. The boys check the live series prices heading into a massive Game 6 on Sunday night. NBA Finals Game 5 Preview: The hardwood takes center stage tomorrow night as the series heads back to San Antonio. Can Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks carry the momentum from their historic 29-point comeback and close this thing out in enemy territory, or do the Spurs fight back? The guys drop an early look at the lines. The World Cup is Officially Underway: The beautiful game has taken over the globe! Matchday 1 is officially rolling after an insane, three-red-card opening day at the Azteca. Most importantly, Team Canada hits the pitch later today for a massive clash against Bosnia. The boys deliver their sharpest soccer cards for the afternoon slate. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41625830

The World Cup Is HERE! - June 11th, 2026 06/11/2026

The World Cup Is HERE! - June 11th, 2026 The wait is officially over—the biggest sporting event on the planet kicks off today! The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Matt Iwanyk (Matty) is jumping into the co-pilot seat alongside Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson for a massive Thursday board.It has been a hot minute since these two shared the mic, so the fellas have plenty of catching up to do before unloading a monster betting card that spans from the pitch and the hardwood to the rink and the gridiron. On Today’s Show:The World Cup Begins Today! The beautiful game takes over the airwaves. The 2026 World Cup officially gets underway today, and the boys are diving deep into the opening matches, outright tournament futures, and group-stage longshots. If you want to build a soccer bankroll from day one, Matty and Hustler have you locked in. Recapping Last Night’s Hardwood History: The boys look back at an absolute jaw-dropper in the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks pulled off the largest comeback in finals history, storming back from 29 points down to stun the San Antonio Spurs 107-106. The guys break down the live betting chaos and what this historic momentum shift means for the rest of the series. Stanley Cup Final Game 5 Best Bets: A critical pivot point tonight in Raleigh! With the series knotted at 2-2 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights, the boys break down the money lines, puck lines, and their favourite player props to help you cash out on the ice tonight. Oilers Coaching Latest: The noise surrounding Mike Babcock isn't going away. The guys touch on the ongoing drama in Edmonton, dissecting the latest leaks and discussing how the front office is handling the intense public pressure. Teeing it Up at the RBC Canadian Open: The first round is officially in progress at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley! The fellas look at the early leaderboard, discuss the Canadian contingent trying to protect home soil, and give their favourite outright and tournament matchup cards. CFL Week 2 Kicks Off Tonight: Summer football is officially back! Week 2 gets underway tonight with a massive rematch as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats travel to Princess Auto Stadium to battle the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Hustler drops his official spread and total plays for the game. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41613870

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NHL Game Four Best Bets - June 9th, 2026 06/09/2026

NHL Game Four Best Bets - June 9th, 2026 There is absolutely no shortage of massive headlines ripping through the sports betting world today, and the boys are live to sort through the chaos and find the numbers you need to target. The Lock Shop is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and Dustin Nielson alongside Andrew "The Hustler" Paterson are locked, loaded, and building their Tuesday cards. From the polarizing fallout of the Oilers' front-office rumors to a critical pivot point on the hardwood and the ice, we’ve got you completely covered. On Today’s Show: The Mike Babcock Talk Continues: Oil Country is still completely divided, and the boys pull no punches. We get The Hustler's definitive thoughts on the reports pointing toward Mike Babcock taking over behind the bench in Edmonton. Is this the exact type of firm, experienced signing needed to get over the ultimate championship hump, or is it a catastrophic risk for management? The fellas debate the long-term locker room impact and look at how the future markets are shifting. Knicks' Streak Snapped in Game 3: What a massive turn of events on the hardwood last night! The San Antonio Spurs protected home court in a thrilling 115-111 victory, snapping the New York Knicks' incredible 11-game postseason winning streak. The boys recap a chaotic betting night at Madison Square Garden. Do the Knicks still have complete control of this series up 2-1, or have Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs officially cracked the code? Stanley Cup Final Game 4 Tonight: A massive night in Sin City! The Vegas Golden Knights protected home ice over the weekend to take a commanding 2-1 series lead after a hard-fought 5-4 win in Game 3. Tonight, the series hits a critical fork in the road at T-Mobile Arena. Can the Carolina Hurricanes claw their way back to square things up, or does Vegas push them to the absolute brink? Matty and Hustler break down the money lines, game totals, and drop their best player prop bets for tonight’s battle. The Lock Shop is presented by Play Alberta! /episode/index/show/thelockshop/id/41587000

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