CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast

Jack Eichel, Connor McDavid, Kirill Kaprizov and Kyle Connor has signed contract extensions with their respective teams, and it could have major ripple effects across the NHL — including for the Chicago Blackhawks. With 2026 free agency shaping up to be a pivotal moment for Chicago’s rebuild, how does the changing face of free agency impact what GM Kyle Davidson can do? From Connor Bedard’s future cap hit to potential big-name targets, the CHGO Blackhawks crew — Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi — break down every angle.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Blackhawks fought fiercely but fell short in overtime against the Bruins. Connor Bedard shone with his first goal and a key assist. The team's resilience and momentum building were key highlights. Jay and Mario discussed the coaching impacts, especially Blashill's intensity and his defense of players. They debated young talent Artem Levshinov's future and the need for patience. The hosts praised standout performances, particularly from Bedard and Burakovsky, emphasizing the importance of winning close games.

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill made a lineup tweak to the top line after losing to the Panthers on opening night of the NHL season. Ryan Donato and Colton Dach swap spots on Connor Bedard’s wing. How can this change affect Bedard and Dach’s impact? Plus, Alex Vlasic is healthy and returns to the lineup before tomorrow night’s game. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi discuss all that and more as the Blackhawks prepare to face the Boston Bruins. An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo PrizePicks: Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CHGO and use code CHGO for $50 instantly when you play $5. PrizePicks. Run Your Game! Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freeblackhawks. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Head to https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 and use code chgohawks50 to get 50% off. That’s code chgohawks50 at https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 to get 50% off! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Blackhawks #ChicagoBlackhawks #HopOnTheRide Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Blackhawks fell to the Florida Panthers in a hard-fought Opening Night matchup, but Frank Nazar was the bright spot in a tough loss. On this CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast, hosts Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down Nazar’s standout performance, Spencer Knight’s great day in net, and what it means for the Blackhawks moving forward. We also discuss Connor Bedard’s third NHL season, plus key contributions from veterans Nick Foligno and Ryan Donato, and how Chicago can bounce back. Don’t miss this full breakdown of the Blackhawks’ Opening Night vs the Panthers! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Blackhawks 2025 season predictions are here, and all eyes are on Connor Bedard as he looks to make a huge impact in his NHL season. The CHGO Blackhawks Podcast breaks down not only the Blackhawks roster but also NHL-wide predictions for the year ahead, including key players like Frank Nazar, Ryan Donato, Alex Vlasic, Spencer Knight, and Nick Foligno, plus what new head coach Jeff Blashill will bring to the team. From Bedard’s development to Chicago’s playoff chances, hosts Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi, and Greg Boysen deliver expert insights and bold predictions for the upcoming NHL season. Don’t miss this ultimate Blackhawks season forecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Blackhawks were done in by a tough 2nd period in the preseason finale versus the St. Louis Blues Saturday night. The Hawks were shut out while young players on the roster bubble failed to make a strong enough impression to cement a spot on the team’s opening day roster. Join Jay Zawaski and Greg Boysen as Mario Tirabassi reports live from the United Center on the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter Despite a furious rush from the Blackhawks at the end of the game, the Wild escaped Chicago with a 3-2 win at the United Center. The Blackhawks got goals from Frank Nazar and Nick Foligno in the loss. Join Greg Boysen and Jay Zawaski in studio, and Mario Tirabassi from the United Center on this CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Podcast. 0:00 Show Start 1:20 Hawks give good effort vs. MIN 17:00 Game Puck choices 21:00 Foligno speaks post-game 26:00 Can Nazar score 30 goals this year? 33:00 Mario joins from the UC 39:00 Blashill on the PK 42:25 Blashill on the PP 46:00 Thoughts on Levshunov 55:05 Blashill on what worked An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo PrizePicks: Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CHGO and use code CHGO for $50 instantly when you play $5. PrizePicks. Run Your Game! Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freeblackhawks. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Head to https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 and use code chgohawks50 to get 50% off. That’s code chgohawks50 at https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 to get 50% off! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Blackhawks #ChicagoBlackhawks #HopOnTheRide Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the Chicago Blackhawks gear up for final roster decisions, intriguing player performances take center stage. Discussions revolve around whether Lucas Reichel, Oliver Moore, or Ryan Greene will secure an NHL spot. The hosts analyze the impact of Matt Grzelcyk's camp performance and the defense battle between Del Mastro and Allen. Trade rumors swirl around Reichel, while the upcoming season's success is redefined as development over wins. Plus, a peek at a rumored black alternate jersey adds some flair to the anticipation!

Rumors are swirling about Lukas Reichel potentially being traded, raising questions about his future with the Blackhawks. The team grapples with younger talent overtaking him on the roster. Discussions delve into Reichel's reliability and missed opportunities, which could affect organizational patience. Jeff Blashill shares insights on player roles and improvements, particularly focusing on Connor Bedard's speed and Ethan Del Mastro's growth. The podcast wraps up with reflections on the shifting NHL contract landscape and its implications for player valuations.

Joining from the United Center, Mario Tirabassi, a CHGO Blackhawks writer and beat reporter, shares locker-room insight after a tough loss to the Red Wings. He highlights Colton Dach's impressive goal and physical play, which earned him the game puck. The discussion dives into roster decisions, with debates on Oliver Moore's future and Kevin Korchinski's development path. They also touch on emerging chemistry between Andre Burakovsky and top players, while stressing the importance of nurturing young talent for the Blackhawks' future.