Chicago Blackhawks preparing for FINAL AUDITIONS of the preseason | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast

Oct 2, 2025

As the Chicago Blackhawks gear up for final roster decisions, intriguing player performances take center stage. Discussions revolve around whether Lucas Reichel, Oliver Moore, or Ryan Greene will secure an NHL spot. The hosts analyze the impact of Matt Grzelcyk's camp performance and the defense battle between Del Mastro and Allen. Trade rumors swirl around Reichel, while the upcoming season's success is redefined as development over wins. Plus, a peek at a rumored black alternate jersey adds some flair to the anticipation!

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ANECDOTE

Gray Jerseys Hint Who's On The Outside

Mario and Jay observed Oliver Moore, Ryan Greene, and Lukas Reichel in gray jerseys at practice as likely 'extras' for preseason.
That visual separation hinted those players were on the outside of the projected opening-night group.

INSIGHT

Grzelcyk Is A Real Candidate On PTO

Matt Grzelcyk's PTO created a crowded defense competition with roughly ten defenders for seven spots.
Chicago views Grzelcyk as a proven, steady veteran but will decide after weekend auditions whether to sign him.

ADVICE

Send Young Players To Play Every Night

If a young player will play nightly in Rockford, prioritize their development by sending them there rather than having them sit in Chicago.
Use call-ups freely; players can be moved back and forth to maximize game time and development.

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter The final two preseason games for the Chicago Blackhawks may still provide head coach Jeff Blashill and GM Kyle Davidson some information regarding final roster decisions. Where will players like Ryan Greene, Oliver Moore, and Lukas Reichel end up? Does Matt Grzelcyk sign with the Blackhawks? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi try to answer those questions and more on this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo PrizePicks: Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CHGO and use code CHGO for $50 instantly when you play $5. PrizePicks. Run Your Game! Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freeblackhawks. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Head to https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 and use code chgohawks50 to get 50% off. That’s code chgohawks50 at https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 to get 50% off! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Blackhawks #ChicagoBlackhawks #HopOnTheRide Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.