He was an important member of the Montreal Canadiens 1986 Stanley Cup team. But, off the ice, Chris Nilan was battling both addiction and mental health issues. Now that he's come out on the other side, he’s putting on a one man show, called Knuckles: The Chris Nilan Story. He spoke to Andrew Carter.

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He was an important member of the Montreal Canadiens 1986 Stanley Cup team. But, off the ice, Chris Nilan was battling both addiction and mental health issues. Now that he's come out on the other side, he&rsquo;s putting on a one man show, called <a href="https://fondationlorenzetti.org/knuckles/">Knuckles: The Chris Nilan Story</a>. He spoke to Andrew Carter.
Image: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Vincent Elkaim

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All the best audio from The Andrew Carter Morning Show on CJAD 800.

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The Andrew Carter Podcast is a daily, high-paced, round-up of stories and news impacting Montrealers. While the podcast delivers the latest political, health and entertainment headlines - it will also leave you with a smile.

The Andrew Carter Podcast

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He was an important member of the Montreal Canadiens 1986 Stanley Cup team. But, off the ice, Chris Nilan was battling with both addiction and mental health issues. Now that he's come out on the other side, he’s putting on a one man show, called “Knuckles” The Chris Nilan Story. He spoke to Andrew Carter.

Former Hab Chris Nilan shares his struggles with addiction and mental health issues

Sam Watts of the Welcome Hall Mission and James Hughes of the Old Brewery Mission shine light on people who make a difference in society. On this episode, they speak with Valerie Assouline who, with more than two decades of experience as a family lawyer, having been a prominent member of the Quebec Bar since 1998, founded SOS Avocats in 2007. Sandra Watson is Mental Health & Reintegration Director at the West Island Mission. Sandra has over 10 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and seniors facing food insecurity, social isolation, grief, and complex psychosocial challenges.

Sam Watts of the Welcome Hall Mission and James Hughes of the Old Brewery Mission shine light on people who make a difference in society. On this episode, they speak with Valerie Assouline who, with more than two decades of experience as a family lawyer, having been a prominent member of the Quebec Bar since 1998, founded SOS Avocats in 2007. Sandra Watson is Mental Health &amp; Reintegration Director at the West Island Mission. Sandra has over 10 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and seniors facing food insecurity, social isolation, grief, and complex psychosocial challenges.

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Licenced mechanic and automotive expert Lisa Christensen answers all your car questions every Saturday at 10 a.m.

Licenced mechanic and automotive expert Lisa Christensen answers all your car questions every Saturday at 10 a.m.

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Every Saturday at 9 a.m., Joanne Vrakas is joined by Walter Assi, president of Renovco to answer home improvement questions and provide tips on how to properly do renovations around your house.

Every Saturday at 9 a.m., Joanne Vrakas is joined by Walter Assi, president of Renovco to answer home improvement questions and provide tips on how to properly do renovations around your house.

Former Hab Chris Nilan shares his struggles with addiction and mental health issues

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