Blackhawks Breakaway

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard mania being in full swing as his NHL career with the Blackhawks begins. They also discuss other takeaways from the opening two games of the season, power-play and line adjustments with Taylor Hall out of the lineup, and much more. Plus, what really happened with Bedard's stick before warmups on Opening Night? Charlie shares what he knows.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Caley Chelios provide a preview ahead of the 2023-24 season. Plus, Insider Charlie Roumeliotis joins the show to talk about the Opening Night roster, expectations for Connor Bedard in his rookie NHL season, the potential plan for Kevin Korchinski, and more.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast Pat Boyle talks with former Blackhawk and new studio analyst for NBC Sports Chicago, John Scott. Scott talks about joining the "dark side" of the media world and how hosting "Dropping The Gloves" podcast has prepared him for this new venture. Scott weighs in on Connor Bedard's start to his NHL career, how veterans like Nick Foligno will help Bedard's transition and he makes a bold prediction about 98's rookie season. Scott also gives an update on the movie that's in the works about his incredible story of becoming the 2016 NHL All-Star MVP.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the final roster battles with a week left in training camp. The guys also discuss their takeaways from the two weekend preseason games, Connor Bedard's performance, Kevin Korchinski's future, and more. Plus, an injury update on Sam Savoie, who underwent successful surgery on his right femur. 1:55 - Sam Savoie undergoes successful surgery on right femur 4:30 - Takeaways from preseason action over the weekend 12:25 - Breaking down the training camp battles on defense 22:45 - Breaking down the training camp battles up front

Discussion about Connor Bedard's impressive NHL preseason debut and his potential in the league. Highlighting his skills, dedication, and mindset as a young hockey player. Also, emphasizing the importance of offensive contribution from defensemen and the standout performance of Wyatt Kaiser.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by longtime coach Tony Granato, who will be joining NBC Sports Chicago's studio team for the 2023-24 season as a Blackhawks analyst. Granato shares his background on coaching, growing up a Blackhawks fan as a Chicago-area native, his thoughts on Connor Bedard, the future of the Blackhawks, and much more. 1:33 - Granato on his background and decision to join NBC Sports Chicago 2:52 - Granato on trying to recruit Connor Bedard in college 7:38 - Granato on Bedard's maturity and when he knew he would be a special NHL player 12:30 - Granato on Lukas Reichel, the future of the Blackhawks and more 27:00 - Granato on coaching Team USA at the Olympics

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis offer their takeaways from Day 1 of training camp. The guys discuss associate GM Jeff Greenberg's departure as he returns to baseball, Connor Bedard's linemates, how different camp felt with Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews, and more. 1:09 - A packed Fifth Third Arena for Day 1 of camp 3:16 - Injury updates, including on Taylor Hall 4:24 - Connor Bedard's linemates 10:52 - Why Seth Jones changed flex on stick 21:32 - Training camp feels "different" without Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews 32:45 - Jeff Greenberg leaves Blackhawks, hired by Detroit Tigers as GM 42:55 - NBC Sports Chicago's new studio team

Connor Bedard impresses in his unofficial Blackhawks debut with a hat trick. Drew Commesso and other standout prospects from the showcase are discussed. The future playing location of Kevin Korchinski is debated. The Blackhawks will not name a captain for the 2023-24 season. Lukas Reichel to start training camp at center, not wing.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Kenny Albert joins Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to talk about his new book titled: 'A Mic for All Seasons,' which comes out on Oct. 10. Albert reveals how he was a miracle baby after being born three months early. He also provides a behind-the-scenes look at his professional journey and shares never before told stories. 2:30 - Albert on when he knew broadcasting was the career he wanted to pursue 5:00 - Albert on being a miracle baby 8:30 - Albert on his love for hockey at an early age 14:50 - Albert shares a story about running into Joel Quenneville at dinner after the 2010 Stanley Cup 19:15 - Albert on why he was late for a production meeting with Mike Ditka 21:30 - Albert on the role his dad Marv Albert played in his broadcasting career 29:14 - Albert on Connor Bedard, Blackhawks-Bruins on Oct. 11 on TNT

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, chairman/CEO Danny Wirtz and president of business operations join Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to talk about Connor Bedard and the start of a new era. They also discuss the new guidelines that will help guide number retirement decisions moving forward, whether Chelsea Dagger will be returning as the goal song, and much more. 0:16 - Wirtz, Faulkner on the decision to retire Chris Chelios' No. 7 3:16 - The new guidelines that will help guide number retirement decisions moving forward 6:32 - Wirtz on his new duties as he inherits chairman title 7:57 - Faulkner, Wirtz on the Connor Bedard effect 14:29 - Faulkner, Wirtz on the hiring of Darren Pang as TV color analyst 19:36 - Faulkner, Wirtz on the Fifth Third Arena expansion project 22:48 - Faulkner on the future of the goal song Chelsea Dagger