The Nielson Show - April 30th, 2026 - Hour 2
We kick off the show with NHL Insider Chris Johnston, who provides a masterclass on the momentum shift in the Oilers-Ducks series. CJ breaks down why Evan Bouchard is the X-factor for tonight's do-or-die Game 6 and whether Kris Knoblauch has one more lineup ace up his sleeve. We also dive into the 'Podkolzin Effect'—discussing how Vasily Podkolzin has become an indispensable piece of this roster, especially given his cap-friendly value. Plus, we go league-wide to check the pulse of the Habs vs. Lightning and the absolute chaos in the Flyers vs. Penguins series. It was then time for the Play…
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