
Blackhawks Breakaway
Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis bring you the latest news, updates, and interviews from inside the locker room with the Chicago Blackhawks. Follow along all season as they Blackhawks take their next step on their quest for greatness. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
Latest episodes

Feb 26, 2024 • 19min
Patrick Kane makes epic return and Chris Chelios has jersey retired
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and John Scott recap a memorable day in franchise history with the return of Patrick Kane — who scored the overtime winner — and Chris Chelios' jersey retirement. We also clipped off the best soundbites from the Chelios ceremony and heard from Kane after the game, reacting to his United Center return.

Feb 23, 2024 • 21min
1-on-1 with Chris Chelios as Blackhawks prepare to retire his No. 7
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle goes 1-on-1 with Chris Chelios, who's having his jersey retired by the Blackhawks on Sunday. Chelios talks about where this ranks among his long list of accomplishments, what it means to be immortalized in his hometown and whether he thought this was ever a possibility. Chelios also looks back at the surprise announcement by his close friend Eddie Vedder, who revealed the news on stage at a Pearl Jam concert at the United Center. Chelios talks about his favorite memory of playing in front of Blackhawks fans, Patrick Kane's return to Chicago, and much more.

Feb 22, 2024 • 27min
Connor Bedard’s impact, Lukas Reichel to AHL, Patrick Kane’s return, and Chris Chelios night
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard’s impact since returning from jaw surgery (1:03). The guys also discuss Lukas Reichel's assignment to the AHL's Rockford IceHogs after his season-long slump continued after the bye week (11:12). Plus, a preview of Patrick Kane's return to the United Center on Sunday and Chris Chelios' jersey retirement night (14:25).

Feb 16, 2024 • 27min
Surprise: Connor Bedard is back after making early return vs. Penguins
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard’s surprise early return on Thursday against Pittsburgh. He missed 14 games with a fractured jaw. They also hear from Bedard, who spoke to the media postgame about his recovery process.

Feb 14, 2024 • 43min
Interviews with Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson, and best of HawkCast with Phil Pritchard and Brandon Bollig
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, an interview with Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson, who joined the NBC Sports Chicago pregame show on Tuesday with Pat Boyle and Caley Chelios to talk about Connor Bedard's looming return, the trade deadline, and much more. Plus, the best of Tuesday's HawkCast with Charlie Roumeliotis and John Scott, who interviewed Keeper of the Cup Phil Pritchard and Stanley Cup champion Brandon Bollig.

Feb 5, 2024 • 34min
2024 NHL All-Star recap and when will Connor Bedard return?
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau recap the 2024 NHL All-Star weekend in Toronto and share their thoughts on the new-look Skills Competition. The guys also provide an update on Connor Bedard's injury and when he could return to the lineup after being out since Jan. 5 with a fractured jaw. They wrap up with their overall thoughts on where the Blackhawks are at in their rebuild.

Jan 29, 2024 • 26min
Blackhawks first-half recap and midseason awards
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap the Blackhawks' first half of the season and hand out some midseason awards. Who has been the team MVP so far? Which player has surprised you the most? Has Connor Bedard lived up to expectations or has he exceeded them? The guys discuss all that and more.

Jan 23, 2024 • 41min
How can the Blackhawks rebuild Lukas Reichel’s confidence?
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about how the team can rebuild Lukas Reichel's confidence. The guys also discuss Alex Vlasic's growth into a dependable all-around defenseman and what his next contract could look like. Plus, an update on Connor Bedard and thoughts on the Blackhawks not having an NHL All-Star replacement.

Jan 18, 2024 • 1h 6min
Best of HawkCast with Colin Fraser, Mark Bernard and John Scott
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, here’s a compilation of the best moments from Tuesday’s HawkCast between Chicago and San Jose with Colin Fraser, John Scott and Rockford IceHogs GM Mark Bernard, co-hosted by Charlie Roumeliotis. Bernard talks about how the Blackhawks' injuries impacted Rockford, the growth of Alex Vlasic, prospect updates on Ethan Del Mastro and Nolan Allan, and his thoughts on Lukas Reichel's season and why he's still confident in him. Fraser and Scott share some stories from their playing days, and Scott provides an update on his chickens.

Jan 12, 2024 • 21min
Connor Bedard out 6-8 weeks, potential Blackhawks All-Star replacements, and more
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the team's effort over the last three games and why they deserved better against Edmonton and Winnipeg. The guys also discuss Connor Bedard's injury, potential All-Star Game replacements, what to watch for in the second half, and Lukas Reichel.
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