The Nielson Show - September 22nd, 2026 - Hour 2
TSN Hockey Analyst Jamie "Noodles" McLennan kicked off today's show to share his early impressions of head coach Mike Babcock following his initial media availability. Noodles then weighed in on Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' role heading into the season, examining realistic expectations and whether Nuge can consistently drive his own line at this stage of his career. Next, he analyzed the Oilers' blue line, discussing potential top-pair partners for Evan Bouchard. To wrap up, Noodles surveyed the wider NHL landscape, offering the latest insights on the ongoing Connor Hellebuyck situation in Winnipeg…
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