CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast
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The CHGO Blackhawks Podcast is your daily home for Chicago Blackhawks hockey. Hosted by Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi, the show delivers credentialed reporting, expert analysis, player interviews, and live postgame reactions from practices, games, and inside the United Center. Follow Connor Bedard, Lukas Reichel, and the next wave of Hawks stars as they build toward a new championship era. No outlet covers the Blackhawks with more passion and access than CHGO Sports. Join the ride with CHGO Blackhawks—the No. 1 Chicago Blackhawks podcast in the world.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 60min
Will the Blackhawks MAKE BOTH of Their First Round Picks? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
We are exactly two weeks away from the 2025 NHL Draft. Is the No. 3 pick still open to interpretation for the Blackhawks? Will they make their pick at No. 25? We are joined by NHL Draft Analyst Will Scouch to get some answers on those questions. Plus, the Oilers even the Stanley Cup Final with an overtime win in Game 4. Are the Panthers still primed to repeat? Join Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi on this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!
Jun 12, 2025 • 59min
Can Anton Frondell Make an INSTANT Impact for the Blackhawks? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
Is Kyle Davidson running out of reasons to wait on Anton Frondell? Could Anton Frondell be the immediate boost the Blackhawks need? The CHGO Blackhawks crew takes a closer look at Frondell’s upside, NHL readiness, and how he could fit alongside Connor Bedard. With Chicago looking for more forward depth, the pressure is on to find help fast. Join us as we evaluate whether Frondell is part of the solution or still a work in progress.
Jun 11, 2025 • 59min
Alex Vlasic Discusses BIG Summer w/ World Championship, Blashill Hire | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
Alex Vlasic is back with the CHGO Blackhawks to discuss his big summer including a gold medal at the IIHF World Championship and the hiring of Jeff Blashill as the new Chicago Blackhawks Head Coach. Later, we do our first installment of Would you Rather Wednesday! Alex Vlasic joins Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!
Jun 10, 2025 • 59min
Porter Martone to the Blackhawks? Prospect Makes His Case | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
Could Porter Martone be the perfect fit alongside Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar in the Blackhawks’ future core? The CHGO Blackhawks crew breaks down Martone’s impressive draft stock and how his skillset complements Chicago’s young stars. We dive into his NHL potential, fit in the rebuild, and how he compares to other top 2024 NHL Draft prospects. Don’t miss this in-depth look at a rising talent who could make a major impact in Chicago.
Jun 9, 2025 • 59min
What a Connor Bedard CEILING Will Look Like in the NHL | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
It’s Mailbag Monday, and we’re answering all of your Blackhawks and NHL questions, including what a fully realied Connor Bedard looks like when he’s in his prime. We’ll also celebrate the 15th anniversary of the 2010 Cup win on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.
Jun 7, 2025 • 9min
Is Anton Frondell the Blackhawks ANSWER at CENTER?
The CHGO Blackhawks crew dive into a scouting report on Swedish player Anton Frondell. Can he be the Chicago Blackhawks' natural center of the future? And would drafting him be a reach?
Jun 6, 2025 • 1h 4min
Should Expectations be HIGH for the 2025-26 Chicago Blackhawks? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
Ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft and opening of Free Agency on July 1, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi lay out their expectations for the Blackhawks this season. How much impact will Jeff Blashill have in year one? Can the Blackhawks climb the NHL standings? What is reasonable to expect from the veterans and young players alike? That and more on this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.
Jun 5, 2025 • 59min
New Era for Blackhawks TV: Chicago Sports Network Launches on Comcast! | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
Big news for Blackhawks fans! The Chicago Sports Network is officially launching on Comcast this Friday, bringing expanded access to Blackhawks games and exclusive local coverage. On today’s CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, we break down what this means for fans hoping to watch Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar shine, and how Kyle Davidson’s vision is starting to take shape on and off the ice. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of Blackhawks broadcasts and what it means for the next era of hockey in Chicago.
Jun 4, 2025 • 59min
Can Seth Jones, Florida Panthers REPEAT as Stanley Cup Champions? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
It’s finally Stanley Cup Final time! It’s a rematch from last year’s Cup Final between the defending champion Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers. Can the Panthers repeat as Champions to keep the Stanley Cup in the Sunshine State again, or will Connor McDavid and the Oilers finally bring the Cup back to Canada after 32 years? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi give their predictions and more on this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!
Jun 3, 2025 • 1h
How Many FUTURE STARS are on the Blackhawks Roster? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
The CHGO Blackhawks crew are joined by hockey prospect expert and probability master Byron Bader! How probable is it that the Blackhawks young core will produce high-quality NHL stars? Plus, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi dive into the remaining mailbag questions from Diehards...including, how exactly do offer sheets work? All that and MORE on the newest episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.
