Chris Chelios Ousted From ESPN as Network Restructures NHL Coverage

Chris Chelios will not return to ESPN as an in-studio NHL analyst next season
Chelios joined the network when it acquired NHL broadcasting rights ahead of the 2021-22 season
Chelios is one of the first big names tied to looming on-air layoffs at ESPN related to Disney's restructuring
The network is expected to part ways with other notable names in the coming days
Chelios won't have his contract renewed in a move that's part of the larger cuts taking place at Disney