Blackhawks Breakaway

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the team's decision to terminate Corey Perry's contract for a code of conduct violation and GM Kyle Davidson's reaction to it (00:26). They guys also discuss Nick Foligno's crucial role in the locker room, through the Perry situation and losing streaks (8:22). Plus, they also discuss Chicago's trade with Vancouver involving Anthony Beauvillier (14:21). Finally, Pat and Charlie talk about Patrick Kane linking up with Alex DeBrincat in Detroit and signing a one-year deal with the Red Wings (17:38).

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Tony Granato talk about why the Blackhawks are having difficulty stringing together consecutive wins (00:24). Plus, they discuss how the losses of Andreas Athanasiou, Taylor Hall and Corey Perry are impacting the roster (1:29). And finally, the guys address the Perry situation and talk about whether it's a potential distraction for the players (9:11).

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard and Lukas Reichel being paired on a line together (2:27). Will it work? The guys also talk about Philipp Kurashev's quiet heater (6:20), whether Kevin Korchinski should be promoted to the first power-play unit (12:15), which team Patrick Kane might sign with (27:45), and more.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis interviews Jimmy Waite, the Blackhawks' longtime goaltending coach. Waite talks about why goaltending has been a strength for the Blackhawks this season and Arvid Söderblom's ceiling in the NHL. He also explains the process of choosing a starting goaltender for games and how far he and Luke Richardson map it out in advance. And finally, Waite talks about studying other goaltenders, and what it's been like to reunite with his former teammate and goaltending partner Darren Pang.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the show Connor Bedard put on in Tampa Bay and Florida. They discuss Bedard's game-breaking ability, which area of his game he's taken significant strides, Nick Foligno's high hockey IQ that allows him to play with Bedard, the Moms trip, and more.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and John Scott talk about Connor Bedard's four-point breakout game in Tampa Bay. Is he starting to figure it out? Pat and John also talk about Philipp Kurashev potentially being Bedard's long-term linemate for the rest of this season, Kevin Korchinski and the young defensemen impressing, Taylor Hall's injury, a relatively solid start to a rough early-season schedule, and more.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the "heart-to-heart" players-only meeting after Sunday's 4-2 loss to New Jersey (4:00). They also discuss Lukas Reichel's move to the wing (13:30), Kevin Korchinski's entry-level contract officially kicking in (15:20), the power play (23:08), Wyatt Kaiser's neck guard (25:54), and more. Plus, Pat and Charlie address the lawsuit filed against the Blackhawks by John Doe, a Black Ace from the 2010 team (28:11).

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle catches up with Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy. What has it been like for Murphy to witness Connor Bedard's first few weeks in the NHL (00:54)? How has Murphy's leadership role changed as he enters season seven with the Blackhawks (3:39)? Murphy gives his thoughts on the team's defensive zone coverage (7:07) and what it's been like building chemistry with the rookie blueliners on the team (8:50). Boyle puts Murphy through some rapid-fire questions (12:16), such as his favorite cheat meal and what TV show he likes to watch but is reluctant to tell people.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss their takeaways from the two-game road trip in Vegas and Arizona (00:15) Is it time for the Blackhawks to move Lukas Reichel to the wing (15:00)? Will Kevin Korchinski be in the NHL for the entire season with the first year of his entry-level contract expected to be burned (23:45)? Should neck guards be mandatory (28:11)?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Luke Richardson's comments following a 3-0 loss to Boston on Tuesday and why he's displeased with the effort (1:04). They also discuss the offside challenge that overturned Connor Bedard's goal (8:05), why Bedard's production has slowed down (17:08), whether it's time to move Lukas Reichel to the wing (26:01), and how Taylor Hall's injury impacts the Blackhawks (33:32). Finally, they wrap up with their thoughts on the Frozen Frenzy (38:26).