The Nielson Show - November 2nd, 2026 - Hour 2
Hockey Insider Darren Dreger headlined today's guest lineup, diving straight into Edmonton's perfect weekend sweep in New York. Dreger weighed in on whether the Oilers' recent structural play makes them a less dynamic product to watch, before breaking down the coaching dynamic—analyzing the lingering imprint of Mike Babcock alongside DJ Smith's hands-on impact. Turning to Connor McDavid's historic scoring tear, Dreger evaluated whether a 200-point season is within realistic reach. The discussion shifted to the Winnipeg Jets' ongoing downward spiral and whether management will be forced to…
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