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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.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 34min
Luke Richardson bag-skates Blackhawks after road trip ’to grab their attention’
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about head coach Luke Richardson putting the Blackhawks through a bag skate at practice on Monday despite an epic four-goal comeback win in San Jose (0:50). The guys also talk about Lukas Reichel's growing confidence and why Richardson doesn't like to use timeouts (15:50). Plus, Charlie reports that Jarred Tinordi quietly had hip surgery over the offseason but the 32-year-old defenseman made zero excuses about his "up and down" campaign (29:45).

Mar 18, 2024 • 22min
Lukas Reichel is back, and Blackhawks fans continue to pack United Center
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about an electric Sunday night at the United Center after the Blackhawks scored three third-period goals in a span of 1:23 against the San Jose Sharks. They also evaluate Lukas Reichel's performance in his first game back after a month-long stint with the AHL's Rockford IceHogs, talk about Tyler Johnson sticking up for Connor Bedard, and more.

Mar 13, 2024 • 17min
Connor Bedard and the Blackhawks’ power play is on fire
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap Connor Bedard’s five-point against Anaheim. They also discuss a power play that’s exploded over the last four games with 10 goals. They wrap up by talking about Colin Blackwell’s impact with the Blackhawks and what Landon Slaggert will bring to the table.

Mar 8, 2024 • 25min
Are you surprised the Blackhawks made only one move at the NHL Trade Deadline?
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the Hawks' quiet trade deadline. Did it surprise them that Anthony Beauvillier was the only player dealt by the Hawks? They react to Kyle Davidson's presser that covered evaluating Luke Richardson and the coaching staff, an update on Lukas Reichel and when to consider adding players for the long term. The guys also weigh in on which teams had the best trade deadline and who increased their Stanley Cup chances the most.

Mar 1, 2024 • 27min
Marian Hossa on Connor Bedard, Patrick Kane and which jersey Blackhawks should retire next
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Marian Hossa joins Pat Boyle to reflect on Chris Chelios' jersey retirement and his reunion with Patrick Kane (1:10). Later, they discuss an upcoming event with Duncan Keith and Andrew Shaw at the Hall of Fame in Chicago on March 14th (8:55). They reveal how you can be a part of it! Hossa also talks about his conversation with Connor Bedard and what he's seen from his rookie season (11:20). Finally, the Hall of Famer reveals if he could work for the Blackhawks someday and weights in on which former Blackhawks teammate should have his jersey retired next (12:07)

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.