The Nielson Show - October 16th, 2026 - Hour 2
TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston opened today's guest lineup, offering his reaction to a rare sight at Rogers Place—a non-sellout crowd for the Oilers' matchup against the Utah Mammoth. Johnston then evaluated the visitor's side, weighing in on whether Utah is a legitimate contender and assessing the wild rumor surrounding a potential move for Connor Hellebuyck. The conversation shifted to Connor McDavid's surging ice time early this season, as well as the ongoing organizational conundrum in Detroit. Finally, Chris shared his perspective on Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller's…
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