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No Pucks Given w/ stuart forreal

No Pucks Given w/ stuart forreal

Written by: stuart forreal
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No Pucks Given is the hockey podcast Edmonton Oilers fans—and haters—can’t ignore. Hosted by Stuart Forreal, the show dives deep into Oilers news, rumors, and speculation with unfiltered honesty. No sugarcoating, no pandering—just bold takes on McDavid, Draisaitl, and NHL drama. Special guests include top hockey influencers, pro athletes, and indie wrestlers sharing raw stories, lessons, and motivation. If you want hockey talk with real edge, this is it.stuart forreal Hockey
Episodes
  • Oilers Offseason Chaos: McDavid Speaks & The Bruce Cassidy Rumors
    May 8 2026

    The Oilers offseason is already at a boiling point. In this episode, we break down a week of pure frustration and massive rumors in Edmonton.


    • The Bouchard Robbery: Evan Bouchard led all NHL defensemen in scoring by 14 points, but he didn't even crack the top three for Norris Trophy nominations. We dive into the snub that has the entire City of Champions heated.


    • McDavid’s Brutal Honesty: After a shocking first-round exit at the hands of the Anaheim Ducks, Captain Connor McDavid didn't hold back, calling the Oilers an "average team with high expectations." We discuss what these "chilling" comments mean for the future of the core.


    • The Coaching Hot Seat: Is Kris Knoblauch’s time up? With insiders reporting that a coaching change is "more likely than not," we look at the rumors linking the Oilers to Stanley Cup-winning coach Bruce Cassidy. Is Cassidy the missing piece to get this team over the hump?


    It’s an offseason of chaos and consequential decisions. Hit play and let’s get into it.

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    35 mins
  • Oilers Cup Favorites? The Skinner/Jarry Trade Truth + Rick Rowley on the Leafs Rebuild (S2, Ep. 6)
    Apr 13 2026

    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?

    Follow the Guest:Instagram: @rickrowley3

    Follow Stuart Forreal:Instagram/TikTok: @stuartforreal

    Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the best Oilers playoff coverage in the 780!

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    56 mins
  • S2 E5: From Alberta to Booker T’s Reality of Wrestling with Gigi Rey
    Mar 21 2026

    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.

    Follow Gigi Rey: @gigiwrestling (Instagram/Twitter)Follow the Podcast: @stuartforreal | @nopucksgiven.podcast (Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube)

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    35 mins
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