Blackhawks Breakaway

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the weekend games against Edmonton and Vancouver. Why has the goaltending improved so much under interim head coach Derek King and what can the Blackhawks do to improve their 5-on-5 scoring? Plus, the guys weigh in on what they're thankful for going into Thanksgiving. 2:00 - Takeaways from weekend against Edmonton, Vancouver 9:00 - Why has the goaltending improved so much under King? 14:00 - Any concern that the power play has cooled off? 16:15 - Brandon Hagel returns and scores game-winning goal in Vancouver 22:15 - Decisions will have to be made going into trade deadline 27:00 - What we're thankful for going into Thanksgiving

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the goaltending win in Seattle to extend their winning streak to four games. The guys also discuss Alex DeBrincat's emergence as a potential superstar, Caleb Jones' return, and which defenseman could come out of the lineup in Edmonton. Plus, a sit-down interview with interim GM Kyle Davidson and a PSA on the importance of internships. 1:25 - Goalie win in Seattle 7:00 - Is Alex DeBrincat a superstar? 16:50 - Caleb Jones makes season debut 19:15 - The unique dynamic of the coaching staff 25:40 - 1-on-1 interview with interim GM Kyle Davidson 36:30 - Takeaways from Davidson interview 41:30 - PSA on the importance of internships

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss what's gone right during their 3-0-0 start under interim head coach Derek King. They also preview the upcoming four-game road trip and provide updates on Caleb Jones, Brandon Hagel, and Tyler Johnson. To wrap up, Pat and Charlie talk about Marian Hossa and Doug Wilson being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. 1:40 - Biggest reasons for 3-0-0 record under King 4:40 - Patrick Kane's ridiculous play on Alex DeBrincat's goal 10:00 - Which players need to start producing? 16:50 - Dylan Strome's new lease on life 22:05 - Injury updates on Caleb Jones, Brandon Hagel and Tyler Johnson 27:50 - How many points will the Blackhawks pick up on the four-game road trip? 29:15 - Marian Hossa, Doug Wilson inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss their first impressions of interim GM Kyle Davidson. They also weigh in on interim head coach Derek King's personality, why he appears to be exactly what this Blackhawks team needed right now and whether this could be the launching point of a potential run. Plus, Charlie goes 1-on-1 with King in an exclusive interview. 1:30 - Initial impressions of Davidson 8:45 - Is King the right fit for the Blackhawks? 18:40 - 1-on-1 interview with King 26:15 - King earning the trust of players 33:30 - What is the recipe for the Blackhawks to have success under King? 37:45 - Can the Blackhawks go on a run? 39:40 - Injury update on Brandon Hagel

On this emergency edition of the Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to the news of head coach Jeremy Colliton being relieved of his duties, along with assistant coaches Sheldon Brookbank and Tomas Mitell. The guys weigh in on the Colliton era, whether interim head coach Derek King has a legitimate chance at keeping the job, interim GM Kyle Davidson having "full autonomy" to make hockey decisions, and what's next for Colliton. 2:00 - Reacting to news that Colliton is out as head coach 7:30 - Was Colliton ever fully accepted by the veterans? 12:50 - Thoughts on assistant coaches Brookbank and Mitell also being let go by Blackhawks 19:30 - Danny Wirtz says Davidson has "full autonomy" to make hockey decisions 22:45 - Is there a chance King could keep the job permanently? 27:00 - What are you expecting to hear from Davidson? 32:50 - What's next for Colliton?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the losses to Carolina and Winnipeg. Why are the Blackhawks having such a difficult time scoring at 5-on-5? And could we see a lineup shake-up? Plus, Pat goes 1-on-1 with forward Brandon Hagel. 1:15 - Breaking down losses to Carolina, Winnipeg 5:10 - What to make of the quick strikes against early in periods 9:35 - Injury updates on Caleb Jones and Wyatt Kalynuk 11:20 - Should the Blackhawks load up the first line with Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews? 16:10 - Interview with Brandon Hagel

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Patrick Kane's big night in his return from COVID-19 protocol and the Blackhawks finally picking up their first win of the season. The guys also discuss Kane's comments after watching the Kyle Beach interview, react to NHL commissioner Gary Bettman's press conference about the investigation and more. 1:30 - Kane returns and Blackhawks finally get a win 6:15 - What should the lines look like? 12:45 - Marc-Andre Fleury starting to look like reigning Vezina Trophy winner 17:45 - Translating special teams success to 5-on-5 29:50 - Kane's thoughts on Kyle Beach interview 33:30 - Reaction to Gary Bettman's press conference

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the fallout from the investigation and the courage Kyle Beach showed in coming forward as John Doe. The guys also weigh in on what went wrong in Carolina and St. Louis and provide some background on interim general manager Kyle Davidson. 1:30 - Kyle Beach's courageous interview 4:35 - Blackhawks schedule initial settlement talks with Beach's lawyer 8:20 - Joel Quenneville resigns as Panthers head coach; GM Kevin Cheveldayoff keeps job with Jets 12:40 - Blackhawks remain winless after losses to Carolina, St. Louis 20:35 - Background info on interim GM Kyle Davidson

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the Jenner & Block findings of the sexual assault investigation against former video coach Bradley Aldrich from the 2010 Stanley Cup team and the mishandling by the organization. The guys talk about Stan Bowman stepping down as President/GM, Al MacIsaac being relieved of his duties and where the Blackhawks go from here.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis weigh in on what's gone wrong in the first five games and where the team goes from here after their worst start in more than 20 years. The guys also discuss ESPN Emily Kaplan's report about head coach Jeremy Colliton's job status and whether he's on the hot seat. 1:30 - What to make of five-game winless streak 5:30 - Why are the Blackhawks struggling to score at 5-on-5? 8:45 - Where is the sense of urgency? 14:00 - Is Patrick Kane's undisclosed injury still affecting him? 19:00 - ESPN's Emily Kaplan provides update on Jeremy Colliton's job status 25:30 - Where do the Blackhawks go from here?