# The Nielson Show - May 22nd, 2026 - Hour 2

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Podcast: [The Nielson Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-nielson-show-6553556)
Published: 2026-05-22T13:59:00+00:00
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## Resource

NHL Insider Chris Johnston kicked off today's show, starting with the incredible vibes in Montreal right now. The Canadiens are flying high after their Game 1 win, and CJ thinks this group is truly just getting started. From there, we shifted focus to the Western Conference Final to preview tonight's action and break down exactly how devastating the loss of Cale Makar will be for the series. Next up was a massive Oilers coaching debate: with Edmonton still blocked from interviewing Bruce Cassidy, who takes over as the definitive front-runner for the bench boss vacancy? We wrapped things up with CJ's take on whether Red Wings goalie prospect Sebastian Cossa is a realistic trade target for the Oilers, and what to expect next from the Vancouver Canucks management group this offseason. It was then time for the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet of the day. After the break we got into MMMMMM That's Good presented by The Italian Shop! What's good today is the sports vibe in Montreal right now. This led to plenty of texts which brought us to the end of the hour.

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