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Blackhawks Talk Podcast

621 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 381 ratings

The Blackhawks Talk Podcast takes you inside the dressing room of the Madhouse in Madison. Go behind the reasons for the latest line changes, and what to expect from the team on the ice and in the front office. Featuring Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis. New episodes are released every Tuesday and Friday.

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Wyatt Kalynuk reflects on rookie season and next step with Blackhawks

July 09, 2021 03:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

The Blackhawks Talk crew of Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by rookie defenseman Wyatt Kalynuk to discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, his friend Cole Caufield and his contributions to the Montreal Canadiens on their playoff run, Kalynuk’s rookie season, and much more. (1:40) - Kalynuk on what he learned and how impressed he was watching the Lightning win another Cup (5:30) - Kalynuk breaks down his rookie season and analyzes where he thinks he can get better (10:00) - ...

Jonathan Toews is back and catching up with Brandon Hagel

July 01, 2021 03:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Jonathan Toews breaks his silence and announces his plans to return for the 2021-22 season. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to the announcement and finally putting the rumors about Toews’ health to rest. Later in the podcast, Pat and Charlie sit down with Blackhawks rookie Brandon Hagel to review his first year in the NHL, his thoughts on the upcoming season, his experience at the World Championships, and much more. (1:42) - Jonathan Toews announces his return in a video (...

BREAKING: Blackhawks launch investigation into allegations against former video coach Brad Aldrich

June 29, 2021 21:44 - 9 minutes - 9 MB

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis address the sexual assault allegations against former video coach Brad Aldrich and the team launching an internal investigation from the incident in 2010. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and deputy commissioner Bill Daly also discussed the situation during their Stanley Cup Final media availability. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-...

ESPN's John Buccigross on Stanley Cup Playoffs and rebuilding Blackhawks

June 24, 2021 20:24 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

ESPN's John Buccigross joins Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to break down the Stanley Cup Playoffs and which team will be the last one standing. The crew also discuss the Blackhawks rebuild, the origin of the Bucci Overtime Challenge, the NHL’s return on ESPN, and much more. (1:50) - Breaking down the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and who has the best chance to come out on top this year (7:25) - How is the Blackhawks rebuild going and are they on their way to playoff contention? (11:5...

Blackhawks mailbag: Jack Eichel sweepstakes, goaltending outlook, Jonathan Toews update

June 18, 2021 03:30 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis dive into the mailbag and answer fans’ questions. Will the Blackhawks add a veteran goaltender to push Kevin Lankinen? Could the Blackhawks be in the Jack Eichel sweepstakes? Should the Blackhawks draft a goaltender with the No. 12 overall pick? They discuss all that and more. (1:30) - Will the Blackhawks add a veteran goaltender to push Kevin Lankinen? (10:24) - Will the Blackhawks add an outside defenseman ...

Chicago Steel GM Ryan Hardy on Owen Power and their nine draft eligible prospects

June 11, 2021 03:30 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

The Chicago Steel have become a powerhouse at the USHL level and that talent is about to be put on display in the 2021 NHL draft. NBCS Chicago Blackhawks Insider Charlie Roumeliotis is joined by Steel GM Ryan Hardy to discuss their recent championship run, the team’s nine draft eligible prospects, and Owen Power, who’s a Steel alum that’s projected to go No. 1 overall. (1:56) - Hardy discusses Steel’s playoff runs over the last three years (9:10) - Hardy discusses the Steel’s nine...

Should the Blackhawks try acquiring Seth Jones?

June 03, 2021 18:40 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

The first half of the 2021 NHL Draft has officially been set and the Blackhawks will pick No. 11 overall. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the lottery results and characterize the upcoming draft. The guys also discuss the possibility of Columbus Blue Jacket star defenseman Seth Jones being available via trade, other potential options in free agency that could make them a playoff contender, and their thoughts on Mark Scheifele's hit on Jake Evans.(1:45) - The Blackhawks will...

Early takeaways from Stanley Cup Playoffs and Blackhawks offseason talk

May 28, 2021 12:45 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are off and running and proving to the sports world that playoff hockey is second to none. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis provide their early takeaways from the first round and which team has surprised the most. The crew also goes over the IIHF World Championships in Latvia and discuss the strong play of Blackhawks first-round pick Lukas Reichel. Is there a chance Reichel can be a full-time player on the Blackhawks next season? (3:04) - Biggest takeaways...

Eddie Olczyk shares what Blackhawks need to do to reach the playoffs

May 21, 2021 03:30 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Pat Boyle is joined by NBC Sports' Eddie Olczyk and get his thoughts on the Blackhawks' 2021 season. Edzo outlines what the Hawks need to do to make the playoffs next season. And since Edzo is calling the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs, we get his thoughts on the hot start to the tournament for the greatest trophy in professional sports. (0:57) - Edzo's biggest takeaway from the 2021 season (5:45) - What the Hawks need to do to make the 2022 playoffs (9:00) - How do you project how pl...

2020-21 Blackhawks Awards: MVP, most improved player, goal of the year and more

May 18, 2021 03:30 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

The Blackhawks Talk Podcast is giving out awards at the end of the season. Some you are familiar with, some we made up, but it’s time to dish out some hardware to this year's Blackhawks team. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis weigh in on which player is the team’s MVP, most improved, top rookie, goal of the year, and much more. (1:30) - Most improved player (5:14) - Rookie of the Year (12:35) - Up and Down Player aka Headscratcher of the season (25:10) - Which Blackhawks prospec...

Exit interviews: Stan Bowman, Jeremy Colliton and Patrick Kane recap season

May 13, 2021 03:30 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

The 2020-21 season has officially come to an end, which means it’s time to reflect on the highs and lows. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to clips from Stan Bowman, Jeremy Colliton and Patrick Kane during their exit interviews to discuss what went right and what areas need to improve. Pat and Charlie discuss Bowman's reaction to missing the playoffs, Kane's thoughts on not having Jonathan Toews all season and how that impacted the team, and Colliton weighs in on how the Blac...

Blackhawks season in review: Was first year of rebuild a success?

May 11, 2021 18:27 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

The Blackhawks season is over and it's time to review the first year of the rebuild. Was it a success? What should fans be expecting headed into the offseason? The Blackhawks Talk team of Pat Boyle, Steve Konroyd, and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the season, including whether Kevin Lankinen solidified himself as a potential starting goaltender, what needs to happen for the Blackhawks to return to postseason contention, and who were the team's MVP, Rookie of the Year, and biggest s...

Collin Delia finally get his chance and Alex DeBrincat continues to shine

May 07, 2021 04:02 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers, and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Collin Delia’s performance against Carolina, Alex DeBrincat’s five-game goal streak, young defensemen stepping up for the team, and what is Dylan Strome’s future in Chicago? 1:30: Delia comes up big against the Hurricanes after a long layoff 6:45: Alex DeBrincat scores in five straight games 10:30: Young defensemen step up after an injury to Duncan Keith 13:00: Riley Stillman becomes ...

Blackhawks eliminated from playoff contention, but still have something to prove

May 04, 2021 14:47 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

The Blackhawks lost their fifth straight game on Monday and have been knocked out of playoff contention but there are still some things to learn from this team before the season ends. Pat Boyle is joined by Jamal Mayers to discuss what they need to see from the young players, what they need to improve on to have a better season next year, and what the next stage of this rebuild looks like. Later in the podcast, Pat Boyle is joined by numbers expert and Steve Kornacki from NBC News a...

Blackhawks battle back but lose to Florida Panthers in OT

April 30, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

The Blackhawks tied the game late in the third period but lost in overtime to the Stanley Cup contending Florida Panthers on Thursday. Is there something to build on for the future? Pat Boyle is joined by Stanley Cup champion and former Blackhawk Jamal Mayers to discuss their takeaways from the loss, the performance of Vinnie Hinostroza in his second tour with the Blackhawks, Adam Boqvist being out for the rest of the season, and Jamal discusses his favorite memories of Andrew Shaw....

Two-time Stanley Cup champion Andrew Shaw retires from the NHL

April 26, 2021 22:24 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

Andrew Shaw's story is one of an underdog. He was passed up in the draft twice before being taken in the fifth round of the 2011 NHL Draft by Chicago, where he won two Stanley Cups. On Monday, Shaw announced his retirement due to concussion concerns but notes he has no regrets. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Shaw's retirement, highlight his career moments and weigh in on his legacy. (1:50) - Andrew Shaw announces his retirement in a special tribute video (6:20) - Pat an...

Blackhawks finally beat Predators with miraculous comeback

April 23, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

The Blackhawks rallied back from a third-goal deficit in the final 10 minute of regulation to beat the Predators 5-4 in overtime. Is this the win they needed to propel them into the final stretch? Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the big win and what it could mean going forward. The guys also dive into the power play, Malcolm Subban’s performance, and a Jonathan Toews health update. (1:51) - How crazy of an emotional ride was the 5-4 win vs. the Predators? (11:25) - Pat a...

Can the Blackhawks salvage their playoff hopes?

April 20, 2021 17:30 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

In order to make the playoffs, the Blackhawks need to make adjustments after taking a step back following their sixth loss of the season to the Nashville Predators. Pat Boyle is joined by Jamal Mayers to break down what went wrong in the series opener and who should start in goal on Wednesday. Later in the podcast, Pat is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis to discuss Nikita Zadorov's future with the Blackhawks and how the Dallas Stars have moved in front of the Blackhawks in the Central ...

Blackhawks drop series opener to Red Wings and interview with Brett Connolly

April 16, 2021 18:18 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

The Blackhawks dropped to 20-19-5 after a 4-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings in the series opener. What can they do to bounce back? What is wrong with the power play? Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd break down the loss and discuss whether the Blackhawks can fix things before their next matchup with Detroit. Later in the podcast, Pat has a 1-on-1 with new Blackhawks winger Brett Connolly as they discuss the trade, his story of driving from Carolina to Columbus to make his debut with the B...

Evaluating Stan Bowman’s moves at the NHL trade deadline

April 13, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

What the Blackhawks brought in at the trade deadline: Brett Connolly, Josh Dickinson, Adam Gaudette, Vinnie Hinostroza, Riley Stillman, rights to Henrik Borgstrom, rights to Ryder Rolston, second-round pick in 2021, fourth-round pick in 2021, seventh-round pick in 2021, third-round pick in 2022 What the Blackhawks sent out: Madison Bowey, Lucas Carlsson, Matthew Highmore, Mattias Janmark, Brad Morrison, Carl Soderberg, Lucas Wallmark, fifth-round pick in 2021, fifth-round pick in 2...

Stan Bowman interview, Blackhawks make six-piece trade with Florida

April 09, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

Blackhawks president of hockey operations and GM Stan Bowman has been busy. The Blackhawks, on Thursday, traded for veteran forward Brett Connolly, defenseman Riley Stillman, and prospect Henrik Borgstrom, along with a 2021 seventh-round pick from the Florida Panthers for forward Lucas Wallmark and defenseman Lucas Carlsson. Bowman talks about his recent trade with Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis and why he thinks the moves improves the Blackhawks. Later in the pod, Pat is joined ...

Will Blackhawks' special teams ruin their playoff chances?

April 06, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

The Blackhawks are still fighting for a playoff spot and have played better overall but are being let down on the power play and penalty kill. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the special teams issues and it can be fixed. The guys also discuss newcomer Vinnie Hinostroza, the lack of confidence Kirby Dach is having due to his wrist injury, and they answer your questions submitted to the podcast via Twitter and our voicemail line, including when they think Alex DeBrincat will...

Takeaways from Carolina series and Stan Bowman named U.S. Olympic team GM

April 02, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

The Blackhawks split their two-game series with the Carolina Hurricanes, dropping the final game 4-3 on Thursday. Pat Boyle is joined by Jamal Mayers to break down the series and what can the Blackhawks learn from it. Later in the pod, Eddie Olczyk joins Pat and Jamal as they discuss Stan Bowman being named GM of the 2022 U.S. Olympic team and who Edzo would select to be on his team. (1:25) Assessing the two games vs. the Hurricanes (5:45) - Kevin Lankinen is continuing to get bet...

Takeaway's from the Carolina Hurricanes series and Stan Bowman named US Olympic team GM

April 02, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

It seems like the Hawks are playing a Cup contender every week as they split a 2 game series with the Carolina Hurricanes dropping the final game 4-3. Pat Boyle is joined by Jamal Mayers to break down the series and what can the Hawks learn from playing the Hurricanes. Later in the pod, Eddie Olczyk joins Pat and Jamal as they discuss Stan Bowman being named GM of the US Olympic team and who Edzo would select to be on his team. (1:25) Assessing the two games vs the Hurricanes (5...

Is Blackhawks' recent skid a small bump or market correction?

March 30, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

The Blackhawks have performed above expectations this season and have surprised even themselves. But recently they have hit a bump on the road. Is this who they really are or can they get things back on track? Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis weigh in on whether or not the Blackhawks can fix their issues and stay in the playoff hunt. Later in the pod, Pat is joined by Steve Konroyd to break down what he sees from the Blackhawks and if Jeremy Colliton is getting the most out of the ...

NHL Trade Deadline: Elliotte Friedman on possible Blackhawks trades

March 26, 2021 18:20 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

The trade deadline is nearing and the Blackhawks will be an interesting team to follow ahead of April 12. Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet joins Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to discuss the different scenarios and possibilities, including what the market is like for Mattias Janmark and Carl Söderberg, what kind of moves Stan Bowman might make, where Patrick Kane ranks in the Hart Trophy discussion, and much more. (2:10) - The trend of teams holding on to first-round picks in trad...

When will Kirby Dach be ready to rejoin the Blackhawks?

March 23, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Kirby Dach injured his wrist in December playing in the World Juniors tournament and has been sidelined ever since. But now, he is almost ready to make his return as the Blackhawks fight for a playoff spot. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Dach's return to practice and how his return could impact the Blackhawks. Later in the podcast, the guys break down the upcoming homestand and how many points they need to stay in the playoff conversation. (1:40) - Kirby Dach is a full ...

Blackhawks lose in Dylan Strome’s return and Brandon Hagel interview

March 19, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

The Blackhawks lost their third straight game after falling 4-2 to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday. The Blackhawks turned in a better effort but still came up short. Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd break down what went wrong in the loss, Dylan Strome's performance in his first game back since being placed in concussion protocol and they also discuss some decisions that could be on the horizon for GM Stan Bowman as the trade deadline approaches. Later in the podcast, Pat Boyle interv...

Blackhawks swept by Coach Q’s Florida Panthers

March 16, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

The Blackhawks fell to 0-3-1 against the Florida Panthers this season after dropping back-to-back contests in their two-game series. Pat Boyle and Jamal Mayers break down what went wrong in the short series, including the lack of execution on special teams. The guys also discuss the recent play of Brandon Hagel, the Central Division standings, and where the Blackhawks stand going into their two-game series against the defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning. (1:40) - Lack of executi...

Blackhawks get bounce back win vs. Stars, a sit-down with Jaime Faulkner

March 12, 2021 08:22 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

After suffering a 6-1 loss to the Dallas Stars on Tuesday, the Blackhawks responded with a 4-2 win on Thursday and improved to 14-9-5 on the season. Pat Boyle is joined by Blackhawks analyst Jamal Mayers to break down the win and the team's progress at the halfway mark of the season. March is Women's History Month and to celebrate the achievements of women in sports, Pat sits down with Blackhawks President of Business Operations Jaime Faulkner as they discuss her journey to being on...

Patrick Kane sit-down interview ahead of 1,000th game

March 09, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Patrick Kane just scored his 400th goal and is about to play in his 1,000th career game. But what drives No. 88 to get better? Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis have a sit-down interview with one of the game's best players as they discuss his motivations to keep getting better, why he looks up to NBA star LeBron James, and how long he plans to play. Later in the podcast, Pat and Charlie discuss Kane's love of hockey and how young players still look up to him. (1:18) - Kane discusse...

Brent Seabrook announces his playing career is over after 15 NHL seasons

March 05, 2021 20:24 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

Blackhawks defensemen Brent Seabrook announced that his playing days are over after 15 NHL seasons. He ends his career with 103 goals, 464 points, 1,114 games played and three Stanley Cups. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss and react to the Seabrook news and what he's meant to Chicago and the Blackhawks organization. They also discuss what this means for the Blackhawks from a financial standpoint, and go down memory lane to put Seabrook's career in perspective. Thanks Seabs!...

Patrick Kane scores his 400th career NHL goal

March 01, 2021 16:24 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Patrick Kane seems to be getting better and better as he ages, and he hit another major milestone by scoring his 400th career NHL goal against the Detroit Red Wings. Is Kane on his way to becoming the greatest Blackhawk ever? Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis weigh in on Kane's latest achievement and put his legacy into perspective. The guys also break down Kane's MVP-type season, how he manages to continue performing at an elite level, and whether or not Kane will be the greatest B...

Blackhawks continue winning ways, Malcolm Subban interview

February 26, 2021 06:41 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

The Blackhawks took eight out of 10 points on their road trip and capped it off with a 2-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd discuss the hot streak, the continued success of Chicago's rookies, the MVP play of Patrick Kane, and the excellent goaltending that keeps them in games. One of the netminders that's hot right now is Malcolm Subban. Subban joins Blackhawks analyst Jamal Mayers as they discuss his recent play, the hot start for the Blackhawks, and ...

Blackhawks roster moves, Artemi Panarin news, and interview with Ian Mitchell

February 23, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the latest roster moves, including Connor Murphy being activated from injured reserve and Dylan Strome being placed in concussion protocol. They also dive into the breaking news of former Blackhawks star Artemi Panarin taking a leave of absence with the N.Y. Rangers. Later in the podcast, Pat is joined by Blackhawks rookie Ian Mitchell as they discuss the organization’s youth movement and what his rooki...

Are these young Blackhawks for real?

February 19, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Here are the numbers: As of right now, the Blackhawks are 9-5-4, have won three in a row, seven of the last 10 games, and are tied with the Florida Panthers for first place in the Central Division. How are they doing it? Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the seemingly instant growth of the young players and whether this is sustainable. Later in the podcast, the guys dive into who has been outperforming expectations the most so far, and Alex DeBrincat’s chemistry with Patrick...

How are the young Blackhawks finding ways to win?

February 16, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

The Blackhawks continued their winning ways by taking down their most heated rival Detroit Red Wings in overtime despite not playing their best. Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd break the Blackhawks' recent win and how each young player is stepping up to the challenge. The guys also discuss Malcolm Subban's play, Dominik Kubalík's two-goal effort in the win, and the growth of the Blackhawks' young defensemen. The momentum is slowly starting to build for this team, but is it too early for...

How Kevin Lankinen has emerged as an NHL starting goalie

February 12, 2021 21:23 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Even though the three-game winning streak has ended, the Blackhawks are continuing to develop and get better. Kevin Lankinen, who’s been a huge bright spot this season, sits down with Pat Boyle to discuss his emergence, recent play, and the development of the young core. Later in the podcast, Pat is joined by Steve Konroyd to break down what’s working for the Blackhawks, the crushing loss to Columbus, and whether the young players outperforming expectations. (1:34) - Lankinen descr...

Stan Bowman isn't surprised by Blackhawks’ strong start

February 09, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

The Blackhawks are playing better than expected and have picked up at least one point in nine of their last 10 games going into the quarter mark of the season. President of Hockey Ops and GM Stan Bowman joined Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis on the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast to discuss the strong start, the play of Kevin Lankinen, the return of Adam Boqvist off the NHL's COVID-19 protocol list, and how the veterans like Patrick Kane are buying into the vision. (1:32) - The Bl...

Blackhawks power play in full effect in win vs the Carolina Hurricanes

February 05, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

The Blackhawks improve to 4-4-4 as the red-hot power play takes control in the win over the Carolina Hurricanes. Can the young players keep contributing and growing? Host Pat Boyle is joined by Steve Konroyd as they discuss the play of the young roster and how they are learning and competing. Later in the podcast, Pat is joined by Blackhawks defensemen Calvin de Haan, as they discuss his mentorship of Ian Mitchell, his season so far in the early parts of the season, and how has the ...

Why Kevin Lankinen should be early Calder Trophy frontrunner

February 02, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

The Blackhawks have been decimated with injuries and COVID-19-related absences but continue to pick up points. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss how the Blackhawks have been able to stay competitive, the emergence of Kevin Lankinen and which rookie could be a Calder Trophy candidate. Later in the podcast, Pat is joined by Dylan Strome to discuss how the Blackhawks are coming together with so many guys out, his improvement at the faceoff circle, and his life outside of hockey...

Message received: Blackhawks respond after Jeremy Colliton calls out team’s effort

January 29, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

The Blackhawks have picked up at least a point in five straight games and are still working through injuries and players on the NHL's COVID-19 protocol list. After Tuesday's loss to the Nashville Predators, head coach Jeremy Colliton called out the team’s effort and the Blackhawks responded with a better performance on Wednesday. Pat Boyle, Steve Konroyd, and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the Blackhawks’ recent play and what they must do to get back in the win column. The crew also we...

Adam Boqvist, Alex DeBrincat added to NHL's COVID-19 protocol list

January 26, 2021 03:58 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

In breaking news on Monday evening, the NHL announced that Blackhawks defenseman Adam Boqvist and forward Alex DeBrincat were to the league’s COVID-19 protocol list. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the news and how the Blackhawks will try to compensate for their absence. Later in the podcast, Pat and Charlie discuss the Blackhawks' dominance over the Detroit Red Wings and whether goaltender Kevin Lankinen has taken the starting job. (1:28) - What does being on the NHL's p...

Carl Söderberg returns and Blackhawks goalie competition

January 22, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MB

The Blackhawks are still grinding for their first win of the season as they try to stable the ship until players return. One of those players, Carl Söderberg, made his return to practice as Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis provides updates. Later in the podcast, the guys discuss the goalie competition and how head coach Jeremy Colliton is handling it, the heated rivalry between the Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings, and Charlie drops a lineup prediction. (1:25) - Carl Söderberg mak...

Blackhawks continue to develop Adam Boqvist, goaltending

January 19, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

In a 2-part discussion, the Blackhawks coverage team reacts to and breaks down the start of the season so far for the Hawks and how the development plan is going for the younger players. In the first part of the podcast, Pat Boyle and Blackhawks Stanley Cup champ Jamal Mayers break down the loss to the Florida Panthers and what they think could be potential issues for the Hawks if not corrected. In the second part of the podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and Scott King discuss the develo...

Takeaways from Blackhawks' opening loss to Tampa Bay Lightning

January 15, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

The Blackhawks opened up the season with a tough matchup against the Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning and lost 5-1, but there are lessons to be learned from this game for a rebuilding Blackhawks team. Host Pat Boyle is joined by NBCS Chicago analyst Steve Konroyd to discuss the game and what the Blackhawks can build on. Later in the podcast, Pat is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis as they break down the play of goalie Malcolm Subban, what they expect from the goalie competition...

Headstrong: Bryan Bickell's return to the ice

January 14, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MB

Headstrong is a series about men's health told through powerful stories involving the athletes we love. In this episode, former Blackhawk Bryan Bickell, after having to retire due to an illness, makes his way back to ice but not with hockey, but figure skating. Bryan discusses his road to retirement and how his mental health became a priority in retirement. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...

BREAKING: A sit down with Jeremy Colliton on his contract extension

January 12, 2021 13:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

Blackhawks head coach Jeremy Colliton talks with Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to discuss his new contract extension and his vision for the future of the Hawks. Colliton talks the rebuild, growing the young talent on the team, the goalie battle in training camp, and a lot more. (1:30) - Colliton on being excited about getting his extension done before the start of the season (7:48) - How has training camp gone so far? (12:53) - Who is winning the goalie battle? (17:50) -...

EMERGENCY PODCAST: Former Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford retires from the NHL

January 09, 2021 21:32 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

On Saturday, Corey Crawford announced his retirement from the NHL. Crawford, who signed a 2-year deal with the New Jersey Devils after the Blackhawks moved on from the two-time Stanley Cup champ, said goodbye with a heartfelt announcement thanking the Devils organization for understanding his decision and thanking Chicago and the Blackhawks for all the years he spent there. Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King discuss Crawford's retirement, his career, if he’s a Hall of Fa...

Training camp recap and veteran roles in the rebuild

January 08, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

The Blackhawks are trying new things with their lineup as they get prepared for the season and are still missing key players at camp. Host Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King discuss the sights and sounds from the first few days of camp including the lines they have seen, who's standing out so far, and how the new blueliners look. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses the roles of the veterans in the rebuild and provides an update on the goalie competition and who is l...