Blackhawks Breakaway

Despite an ugly loss to the New Jersey Devils, Patrick Kane once again stood out and proved he is still one of the game’s best players. Pat Boyle, Steve Konroyd and Charlie Roumeliotis debate whether Kane is having a better season than he did in 2016 when he won the Hart trophy as the league’s MVP and break down the Blackhawks’ much-improved power play – which Kane has dominated. Plus, would Duncan Keith or Brent Seabrook be willing to waive their no-movement clauses and accept a trade outside of Chicago? 0:30 – Is Patrick Kane having a better season than his Hart campaign in 2016? 4:00 – Kane has single-handedly transformed the Blackhawks power play 7:00 – Kane gets it done no matter who is on his line or what the team’s circumstances are 9:15 – Why Kane could explode in next two games vs Rangers and Capitals 11:50 – Blackhawks power play scoring in six straight games 14:30 – No more Duncan Keith or Brent Seabrook on the power play? 17:30 – More concerned with depth scoring or lack of foot-speed by Hawks defense? 18:45 – Hawks can patch up some of those concerns in free agency 21:00 – What does this defense core look like next season? 24:00 – Would Keith or Seabrook be willing to accept a trade? 27:30 – Is it time to start using the word “tank” if it nets you Jack Hughes?

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the current state of the Blackhawks. With playoffs a long shot, has management started to look ahead to the 2019-20 season? The guys also discuss Collin Delia’s consistent play, the power play trending upwards and how the defense may play out when Henri Jokiharju returns. 0:50 — The current state of the Hawks 2:50 — Delia facing high volume of shots 5:00 — Penalties killing momentum 8:30 — Alex DeBrincat’s second straight 20-goal season 11:20 — Power play continues to improve 14:12 — Looking ahead at light January schedule 17:50 — How will blue line shake out when Jokiharju returns? 21:02 — Are the Hawks looking ahead to free agency and NHL Draft?

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the progress the Blackhawks are making but also point out areas they need to be better in. What roster moves are coming with Drake Caggiula on the way and Henri Jokiharju returning? Could Dylan Sikura be squeezed out of the lineup and headed to Rockford? Plus, an update on the Blackhawks prospects at the 2019 World Juniors. The guys also talk about whether Patrick Kane will break his single-season goal mark and how the Blackhawks should handle the goaltending duties between Collin Delia and Cam Ward going forward. 1:25 — Recent play and Winter Classic recap 2:58 — Blackhawks changing trend by scoring first/roster progression 5:40 — Jamal on Brandon Saad's struggles getting to the net 7:53 — Finding the right combinations with lines and pairings 11:50 — Roster moves to make after Drake Caggiula trade 14:00 — Blackhawks at the World Juniors 16:20 — Patrick Kane heading to 8th All-Star Game; can he break his single-season goal mark? 20:10 — Goalie competition between Collin Delia and Cam Ward

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd discuss the Blackhawks’ recent surge after their 3-2 win over the Avalanche. The guys go over personnel moves that have keyed better play recently (1:00), Collin Delia’s emergence in net (4:00), Patrick Kane’s red-hot stretch paired with Dylan Strome (10:00), and the improvement on the power play (14:00). Then, Pat & Steve preview Tuesday’s Winter Classic at Notre Dame against the Boston Bruins (18:00).

Pat Boyle and Jamal Mayers discuss the challenges the Blackhawks and Bruins might face playing in the elements outdoors for the 2019 Winter Classic at Notre Dame Stadium. Plus, Pat is joined by Steve Mayer, the Chief Content Officer of the NHL to fill us in on the fan festivities in both Chicago and South Bend leading up to and on the day of the game.

On the latest Hawks Talk podcast, Pat Boyle, Steve Konroyd and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Corey Crawford's concussion, Henri Jokiharju leaving the team to play in World Juniors, how the Blackhawks defensemen stack up, and what gift do the Blackhawks need this holiday season? 01:30 Corey Crawford's concussion 04:00 You can't use Crawford's injury as an excuse this season 06:10 Hawks able to get a look at Collin Delia 07:00 Henri Jokiharju to play for Finland in World Juniors 10:30 Erik Gustafsson's potential 14:00 Strome and Kane playing on the same line 17:00 What have the guys seen from Dylan Sikura 21:30 Tough back to back games at Dallas and Colorado 24:30 Guys give their holiday gift to the Blackhawks

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Patrick Sharp and Jamal Mayers join Pat Boyle to discuss snapping the 8-game losing streak, the Hawks no longer being able to rely on skill alone to win games, and what line combinations the guys would like to see on the ice. 2:00The fourth line being the key to the Hawks win over the Penguins 4:00Hawks giving up goals in the final minute of the first 2 periods 5:50Hawks needing to outwork their opponents 6:55Hawks looking more organized on the ice 7:30Value of Marcus Kruger on the 4th line 9:45The need to stick with lines for a few games for players to develop chemistry 13:00Do the guys like the current lines? 15:00Strome finding new life with his new team 18:45What Brendan Perlini needs to do to be effective with the Hawks 23:00What should the Hawks ask Santa for Christmas?

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Slavko Bekovic and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Adam Boqvist's emergence with the London Knights in the OHL, how his game has developed and when we could see him with the Blackhawks. The guys provide updates on a handful of Blackhawks prospects, including Rockford IceHogs forwards Victor Ejdsell and Dylan Sikura, defensemen Nicolas Beaudin and Ian Mitchell, and NCAA's leading scorer Evan Barratt. Why hasn't Sikura been called up yet and should he be? What kind of player could Barratt turn into? They also preview the IIHF World Junior Championships and which Blackhawks prospects to look out for. 0:55 – What did Charlie learn in 1-on-1 with Boqvist? 2:00 – How has Boqvist adjusted to smaller ice surface? 3:10 – How has Boqvist developed in OHL? 5:00 – What is the benefit of playing with Evan Bouchard on a loaded team? 6:45 – Boqvist comps with Erik Karlsson 9:35 – What did Knights GM Rob Simpson say about Boqvist? 10:35 – Brian Campbell helping develop Boqvist 12:10 – Boqvist on Sweden’s World Junior roster 14:25 – Sikura, Ejdsell and Louis updates in Rockford 18:45 – Evan Barratt leading NCAA in points 22:15 – Ian Mitchell makes Team Canada preliminary roster 24:40 – Nicolas Beaudin underrated prospect? 28:35 – Could Jokiharju play in the World Juniors? 30:00 Brandon Hagel a pleasant surprise

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers and Charlie Roumeliotis assess the past week and provide early impressions on Brendan Perlini and Dylan Strome. They also weigh in on the ongoing first period struggles, the inefficient power play, whether their recent physical play has helped bring the Blackhawks together and what Connor Murphy’s return could mean for the defense. The guys wrap up by discussing what their favorite NHL city to spend an off-night in is. 1:00 Strome and Perlini's first week with the Blackhawks 3:30 First period struggles 6:15 Blackhawks getting used to playing man-on-man under Colliton 9:00 Kunitz' penalty forcing the Blackhawks to an extended penalty kill in two straight games 15:00 Has the recent physical play help bring this team together? 16:00 Blackhawks 1-for-16 on the power play over the last seven games 20:05 Kahun-Kampf-Kane playing together and other possible line changes 23:00 Is Alex DeBrincat a top-6 forward? 26:00 What Connor Murphy's return will mean to the defense 28:00 Favorite NHL city to spend an off-night in

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Rocky Wirtz joins Pat Boyle to talk about the state of the team, the firing of Joel Quenneville, and the release of his new book "The Breakaway". 1:00 Rocky Wirtz explains background of “The Breakaway” book 4:00 Rocky talks about his relationship with his father, Bill 5:30 The decision to let Joel Quenneville go 6:00 The dialogue between Rocky and Joel after the decision 7:00 Early thoughts on Jeremy Colliton’s time as Head Coach 8:00 Does Rocky believe this is a playoff roster? 9:00 Rocky will not shy away from tough decisions 10:00 What the Winter Classic means to Rocky

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Jamal Mayers joins Slavko Bekovic and Charlie Roumeliotis to discuss the three-player trade that saw Chicago send Nick Schmaltz to Arizona for forwards Brendan Perlini and Dylan Strome. Why did the Blackhawks give up on Schmaltz now and who are they getting in Perlini and Strome? The guys also talk about why Schmaltz was never able to reach his full potential in a contract year, whether Alex DeBrincat and Strome can rekindle the magic they shared with the Erie Otters in the OHL and how this trade impacts the Blackhawks’ plans next summer in free agency. 0:27 – Initial thoughts on the Schmaltz for Strome/Perlini deal 1:10 – Why did the Hawks give up on Schmaltz now? 3:00 – Did contract negotiations play into the timing of the trade? 4:20 – Patrick Kane disappointed in Hawks trading Schmaltz? 5:40 – Coyotes have pursued Schmaltz for a year 7:10 – What could Schmaltz ultimately become as a player? 8:50 – Trade frees up some summer cap room for the Hawks 11:15 – Fourth trade between Hawks and Coyotes in 18 months 13:30 – Schmaltz never reached his potential with Hawks 16:37 – What are Hawks getting in Strome & Perlini? 19:50 – Hawks hope change of scenery does wonders…again 21: 45- Can Strome/DeBrincat OHL magic be rekindled? 23:45 – How does Jeremy Colliton rework his lines? 26:00 – Hawks add young forwards to promising defense prospects for future 29:30 – Another former first-round pick traded by Bowman

On a special Thanksgiving Day edition, Pat Boyle and Slavko Bekovic give thanks for the last 11 seasons of Blackhawks hockey. From the way the city of Chicago embraced the franchise (7:00), to the evolution of Patrick Kane from 18-year-old talent to 30-year-old superstar (11:30), they touch on everything that has happened since the Blackhawks franchise was “rejuvenated and reinvigorated” in 2007. Blackhawks fans have been spoiled by success over the last 11 seasons and there is much to be thankful for! However, the Blackhawks success has also proven costly (3:30) in the salary cap era because winning Stanley Cups means you have to pay players, and that makes longevity difficult in today’s NHL. We asked the listeners of the Hawks Talk podcast to tell us what they were thankful for and the resounding response was the return of Corey Crawford (14:25). Other responses were the return of Jonathan Toews to top form (17:00), the prominsing start to Henri Jokiharju’s career (21:00), and the health of Eddie Olczyk (25:45) allowing him to return to the broadcast booth. As a bonus, Hawks fans are also thankful for the challenge the St. Louis Blues have had winning a Stanley Cup…but could there be a reunion with Joel Quenneville in St. Louis? The guys discuss the fit (23:30) and where Joel Quenneville might eventually end up.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Adam Burish joins Pat Boyle to breakdown the Blackhawks' recent four-game point streak, Corey Crawford's second star of the week honors and Brandon Saad’s best stretch of hockey since he returned to Chicago. Burish talks about the criticism that Nick Schmaltz receives, the tweaks to the power play and whether he is impressed with how the team leaders have handled the coaching change. Adam also shares his thoughts on Joel Quenneville attending Sunday night’s Bears game, Eddie Olczyk’s "One More Shift" and shares a couple off-ice stories about Patrick Kane. 0:36 What have you seen over this four-game points streak? 2:35 Crow is second star of the week, are the Hawks relying too much on Crawford? 4:00 Crow: no soft goals and rebound control 5:30 Problems exiting zone cleanly 8:00 Art of the hoister 9:40 Best Saad has looked? 10:45 Schmaltz inconsistencies 12:30 New wrinkles on Power Play 16:30 Sikura call up? 18:00 Leaders handling coaching change 22:00 What Q’s been up to 25:00 Burish Beauty 26:00 Edzo's One More Shift and Hockey Fight’s Cancer Night 28:30 Kane’s 21st Birthday and off-ice 88 story

The Blackhawks losing streak extended to eight games with an overtime loss in Carolina, but there were some signs of improvement with the team. Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd discuss Jeremy Colliton going to the “nuclear option” pairing Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane on the same line and it seemed to work, but how did the other lines fare? Plus – how close are we to seeing some calls made to Rockford and how important are the next two “winnable” games? On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd break down... 00:45 - Mindset of the team after their 8th straight loss 02:00 - Opposition getting quality chances against hawks goalies 4:00 - Toews and Kane playing on the same line 5:00 - Nick Schmaltz needs to take more shots 5:45 - Colliton's lines during overtime 8:00 - DeBrincat playing on a line with Kampf and Kahun 9:45 - Debrincat with more goals than Kane or Roenick through 100 career games 12:10 - How close are the Blackhawks to making some callups from Rockford to give the team a boost? 14:00 - Hawks get a chance against 2 other struggling teams in Blues and Knights

Pat Boyle sits down for a 1-on-1 with new Blackhawks Head Coach Jeremy Colliton and they discuss Colliton’s journey to become head coach of the Hawks, how he plans to attack his new job, plus memories of the only NHL game he played at the United Center. 0:45 – A whirlwind of a week for Colliton 1:26 – His biggest challenge taking over the Blackhawks 1:55 – How his style is different from Joel Quenneville’s 3:08 – His memories of playing at the United Center 4:07 – On playing with Brent Seabrook as kids 4:50 – Dealing with concussions as a player 6:00 – When he knew he wanted to coach 6:55 – How he went from Sweden to Rockford 8:15 – What he learned in his deep run with the IceHogs 9:00 – How he attacks the power play 10:10 – On how he uses analytics 11:30 – When will Forsling, Sikura and Ejdsell

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast it’s all about the firing of Joel Quenneville and the hiring of Jeremy Colliton as the 38th head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss why the move was made now? Blackhawks management believes they have a playoff roster right now and other takeaways from the press conference. Who is Colliton and where could Q end up coaching next? :30 - Why did Q get fired? 4:10 - Timing of the firing 9:15 - Young players and Q 12:30 - Blackhawks brass believes they have a playoff roster 15:50 - Colliton, who is he? 20:00 - What’s next for the Blackhawks under Colliton? 21:20 - Q ends up coaching in...?

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Adam Burish joins Pat Boyle to discuss the Hawks recent 0-4-1 stretch of games and answer fans' #AskAdam questions. Burish talks about the Hawks struggles closing games, whether they should call up someone from Rockford and should DeBrincat join Kane’s line? :45 - Takeaway from 5-game losing skid and winless Western Canada road trip 1:35 - How did the Hawks blow a 3-1 lead in Calgary? 2:20 - Trouble closing games 4:00 - Time to call Rockford? 5:15 - Should Cat join Kane? 7:00 - What’s up with Schmaltz? 8:55 - Bottom 6 talk 10:40 - Improving defense 12:30 - Power play solutions 18:00 - Favorite person you fought? 21:15 - 2nd fiddle to Sharp?

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Patrick Sharp sits down with Pat Boyle to discuss his new role as NBC Sports Chicago studio analyst. Sharp talks about the return of Corey Crawford and how his presence has a calming effect on the team. He also weighs in on the work Patrick Kane puts into his game and how 88’s style has impacted the young generation of NHL players. Sharpy has some suggestions to improve the Blackhawks' struggling power play and is he ready to deal with Adam Burish and Jamal Mayers on the NBC Sports Chicago set? 0:45 – Sharp on his Blackhawks playing back-to-backs 2:12 – Patrick Kane’s never-ending quest to get better 5:25 – When did Sharp know when to retire? 6:30 – How Patrick Kane changed the NHL 7:55 – Sharp on how Chicago has embraced the Blackhawks 9:35 – On Corey Crawford’s return 10:05 – Alex DeBrincat taking the next step 11:40 – The bounce-back of Jonathan Toews 13:10 – Sharp joins the media “dark-side” 14:04 – Sharp and Boyle break down the Blackhawks power play

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Adam Burish and Steve Konroyd discuss the Blackhawks' recent nine-day stretch where they went 3-2-1. What worked and what didn't during it? The guys also talk about Patrick Kane's hot start, play a game called "Noticeable or Inconsistent?" with the Blackhawks lineup, and try to figure out what is wrong with the power play. 1:15 — Are you happy going 3-2-1 over the 6 games in 9 days stretch? 3:00 — Patrick Kane is putting up spectacular numbers despite not getting much help 6:05 — Should Nick Schmaltz move back to the same line as Kane? 9:15 — The guys play the game "Noticeable or Inconsistent?" with the Blackhawks lineup 17:50 — What is wrong with the power play? 22:50 — Should Brent Seabrook be taken off the power play? 24:50 — Should Stan Bowman be looking to add a top 4 defenseman or a forward?

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Corey Crawford’s immediate impact on a Blackhawks team that has been struggling defensively. They chronicle the wild week that Brandon Saad experienced, from being a possible healthy scratch, to joining Patrick Kane’s line and having his first multi-goal game in more than a year. The guys break down Erik Gustafsson’s shot-pass effect on the offense and the Art Of Patrick Kane’s one-timer. The boys also join in with the rest of Alex DeBrincat’s teammates for a chuckle after Feisty Cat faced off with Josh Manson. Lastly, they give a shout out to the Blackhawks fans who listen to the podcast from all over the world. 0:50 - Corey Crawford’s immediate impact in return to lineup 2:40 - On overall team game improving from Tampa Bay game to Anaheim 3:55 - Brandon Saad breaks out 5:11 - Thoughts on separating Patrick Kane and Nick Schmaltz 6:52 - Jonathan Toews continues to look like his old self 9:06 - Alex DeBrincat gets scrappy 10:51 - DeBrincat, Toews, Kane and Joel Quenneville on Feisty Cat 15:45 - The effect of Erik Gustafsson’s slap-pass on offense 20:18 - Why Kane adjusted the flex on his stick 24:11 - The crowded race in the Central Division 25:42 - Hawks Talk country roll call

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers and Charlie Roumeliotis recap Corey Crawford’s season debut after missing nearly 10 months with a concussion. Mayers talks about the Kitty system that Niklas Hjalmarsson and Vinnie Hinostroza probably dealt with in their returns to Chicago. The guys also discuss what’s next for Crawford, the upcoming matchup against Artemi Panarin and the Columbus Blue Jackets, and the Blackhawks’ biggest areas for improvement.

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and Slavko Bekovic provide their thoughts on the Blackhawks’ 3-0-2 start. They also discuss Brandon Saad’s demotion and whether it could serve as a wake-up call, Corey Crawford’s potential return on Thursday vs. Arizona and what could happen with Anton Forsberg because of it, and address the power play concerns. The guys wrap up the podcast by making a few bold predictions going forward.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle goes 1-on-1 with Duncan Keith ahead of his 1,000th NHL game with the Blackhawks and what it means to him. Keith tries to pick out one game that sticks out to him most, opens up about losing seven teeth during the 2010 Stanley Cup run and how it still affects him to this day, and which player he had the most heated battles against. Coach Joel Quenneville and teammate Brent Seabrook also weigh in on Keith's milestone and what his most memorable moment has been as a player.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Adam Burish and Jamal Mayers discuss with Pat Boyle a comeback filled first three games of the season. The guys breakdown Toews and Kane’s incredible start, Jokiharju’s play and the problems on the Hawks power play. The boys also have a marketing plan for the NHL and it involves using Sunday’s game vs Toronto. They finish up the podcast with their bold predictions for the Hawks going forward.

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis preview the upcoming season ahead of Opening Night and try to answer the main questions surrounding the team. The guys also talk about Corey Crawford's possible return date, what it could mean for Anton Forsberg, who will make up the blue line and break down the lines. They also answer your mailbag questions, including where the Blackhawks could finish in the Central Division this season and who's bound for a bounce-back year.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Steve Konroyd joins Pat Boyle to discuss Corey Crawford's return to practice, but when might he return to NHL game action? The guys also discuss the roster that will start the season in Ottawa. Did they go with more defensive minded forwards because of the uncertainty in net? Konroyd also weighs in on the camp that Kahun, Kampf, Johnson and Jokiharju had, plus what we can expect from them to start the season.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Joel Quenneville leaving the door open for No. 8 overall pick Adam Boqvist to start the season with the Blackhawks. What are the chances he and Henri Jokiharju both make the team? The guys also discuss Corey Crawford's status and what to make of his abbreviated on-ice session after six straight days of skating, Connor Murphy's injury that could sideline him until December, how the line of Brandon Saad, Nick Schmaltz and Patrick Kane will work and the new 1-3-1 power play structure. They also weigh in on which position battles they're looking forward to tracking during the back half of training camp.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Corey Crawford revealing that he's dealing with a concussion, the progress he's made over the last couple months and what's next. The guys also discuss the injuries of Connor Murphy and Brent Seabrook and how that impacts the blue line going forward, particularly Henri Jokiharju's chances of making the team. Plus, Pat and Charlie weigh in on Brandon Saad starting on a line with Patrick Kane and Nick Schmaltz and Chris Kunitz joining Alex DeBrincat and Jonathan Toews on the top line to start training camp.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis listen and react to your voicemails about the Blackhawks offseason so far and what they should've done differently. The guys also talk about how important the Traverse City prospect tournament is ahead of training camp, explore what the Blackhawks could do with Artem Anisimov and debate whether they should consider trading for Max Pacioretty and what it would take to land the Montreal Canadiens captain as the search for Patrick Kane’s left wing continues.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the odds of Corey Crawford being ready by the start of the regular season and whether the Blackhawks are comfortable with Anton Forsberg and Cam Ward as their two options if he's not. The guys also weigh in on what their biggest concern is going into training camp and discuss which player will have and needs to have the biggest bounce-back season. They also dip into the mailbag and answer your questions, including where the Blackhawks rank among other Central Division teams and what happens to the older defensive core as the younger defensive prospects develop into everyday NHL players.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Jonathan Toews being left off NHL Network's Top 20 center rankings. Will that serve as motivation for the Blackhawks captain? The guys also weigh in on the Blackhawks' current roster compared to last year's and discuss what their confidence level is on Corey Crawford being ready by training camp. They also answer your mailbag questions, including whether Patrick Kane and Brandon Saad as potential linemates is a real possibility for the 2018-19 season, the chances of Artemi Panarin returning as an unrestricted free agent in 2019 and where Gustav Forsling stands within the organization following his latest injury.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast we look back at the life of Blackhawks legend Stan Mikita after he passed away at the age of 78. Pat Boyle talks with Eddie Olczyk, Mike Ditka and Cliff Koroll about the Blackhawks all-time points leader. Ditka was a groomsman in Mikita’s wedding. The Coach discusses their friendship that started in the early 60s, encounters on the golf course and his final meeting with Mikita last year. Koroll played for more than a decade with Mikita and said he was a fierce competitor. Mikita’s former linemate also says "Stosh" is the greatest player to ever put on an Indian head sweater. Olczyk reminisces about the first time he met Mikita in the late 70s, Stan’s charitable work in the community and where Mikita belongs in the conversation of Greatest Chicago Athletes of all-time.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle is joined by Jamal Mayers from the Blackhawks Convention. They discuss Corey Crawford’s first public appearance in several months. Crow admits that he is not 100 percent healthy and that has Mayers very concerned. The guys debate whether Cam Ward can be the Hawks number 1 net-minder if Crawford is not able to go? They also discuss the role veterans should take with some of the young guys when training camp gets underway. Hawks rookie winger Dylan Sikura joins the podcast to discuss what he learned from his first 5 games in the NHL, what he is working on most this offseason and the role he expects to have next season.

On the latest edition of the Hawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis is joined by Scott Powers of The Athletic to discuss Stan Bowman's comments following the Marian Hossa trade and debate whether they're finished making moves this summer. They also provide their thoughts on the Blackhawks' top prospects and which players have caught their attention as development camp winds down.

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the nine-piece trade that saw the Blackhawks ship Marian Hossa's contract and Vinnie Hinostroza to the Arizona Coyotes and whether it could be a precursor to a larger move. They also weigh in on what the Blackhawks are getting in return, how important Marcus Kruger would be if he can return to form prior to his injury and remember Hossa's legacy in Chicago.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis wonder if the Blackhawks are really done making moves this offseason. Plus, the guys weigh in on whether the Blackhawks are silently rebuilding, discuss who they're most looking forward to watching at prospect camp, talk about what Adam Boqvist signing with the London Knights means for his development and answer your mailbag questions. They also give away a pair of passes to the Blackhawks Convention, which will take place from July 27-29 at the Hilton Chicago.

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and Slavko Bekovic break down the Blackhawks' three signings on Day 1 of NHL free agency and where each of them fit into the lineup. They also discuss whether the Blackhawks should have spent their money differently, weigh in on what could be next and answer your mailbag questions.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the chances of the Blackhawks landing prized free agent John Tavares. They also discuss other targets on the free agent market like James van Riemsdyk, James Neal, Ian Cole and Carter Hutton. They also answer your mailbag questions on free agency, trade market and NHL draft recap. The guys also make their Blackhawks free agent predictions.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap Round 1 of the 2018 NHL Draft. They discuss the pair of puck-carrying defensemen that the Blackhawks selected on Friday, Adam Boqvist and Nicolas Beaudin. When can we expect to see these first-round picks play in the NHL? Boyle also goes 1-on-1 with Boqvist and Beaudin. The guys spoke with Stan Bowman and Joel Quenneville on Friday. The guys also share their biggest takeaways from those interviews, which includes your daily Corey Crawford update and Quenneville appeared excited that the team has plenty of cap space to spend in free agency.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, it’s all about the 2018 NHL Draft. Pat Boyle is joined by NBC Sports Chicago’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Slavko Bekovic. The trio discusses whether the Blackhawks will hold on to the eighth and 27th overall picks in next week’s draft? They run down the prospects that could be available at the top of the first round, such as defensemen Noah Dobson, Evan Bouchard, Adam Boqvist and Quinn Hughes. They also weigh in on forwards Brady Tkachuk, Filip Zadina, Oliver Wahlstrom and Jesperi Kotkaniemi and which would be the best fit for the Blackhawks. The guys also discuss the rumors about the Blackhawks possibly trading for Justin Faulk, and the chances of going after Jacob Trouba or Erik Karlsson. Plus, Blackhawks vice president of amateur scouting Mark Kelley rates this year’s draft prospects. Do the Blackhawks need to land an NHL-ready player with the No. 8 overall pick? Kelley also weighs in on Henri Jokiharju’s chances of playing in the NHL next season.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to Rocky Wirtz's comments that “nothing lasts forever” and that changes could be made midseason if the Blackhawks struggle out of the gates. The guys discussed the new Chicago Pro Hockey League that will begin in July and play eight exhibition games. Rosters have not been finalized, but as of now Jonathan Toews is not among the six Blackhawks that have decided to participate. The summer league prompted a discussion about current leadership on the Blackhawks and Boyle believes Kane is showing more “captain” like leadership with the current team than Toews is. They open up the mailbag and answer your questions about whether the Blackhawks can make a run at John Tavares and of the “Top 4” defensemen available, who would be the most realistic fit with the Blackhawks?

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis welcome Scott Powers from The Athletic. The trio dives into the Hawks mailbag and answer your questions about former Blackhawks defenseman Michal Kempny. Is Barry Trotz using Kempny in a different way than Joel Quenneville did? They discuss Victor Ejdsell’s emergence with Rockford this postseason and with his move to wing, could Ejdsell eventually be on the opposite wing of Patrick Kane? With the draft a few weeks away, the guys weigh in on what the Blackhawks may do with the eighth and 27th overall picks and also make a bold prediction about the Blackhawks offseason.

In the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the Supreme Court's decision to legalize sports gambling and how it impacts the NHL. They also weigh in on why it didn't work out with Michal Kempny in Chicago and why these Stanley Cup Playoffs have proved the Blackhawks should prioritize their power play this offseason. Plus, they check in on Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane at the IIHF Men's World Championship. Finally, Pat and Charlie answer your mailbag questions, including whether the Blackhawks could realistically sign John Carlson this summer.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Eddie Olczyk joins Pat Boyle to discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs: Alex Ovechkin finally punching his ticket to the Conference Final, he previews Game 7 between the Predators-Jets and evaluates a few former Blackhawks who are still in the hunt for the Stanley Cup. Before he calls Game 7 between Nashville and Winnipeg, Olczyk tells us if the winner of Thursday night’s game is the favorite to hoist Lord Stanley’s Cup. He also weighs in on the gap between the Blackhawks roster and the two Central Division teams that are left standing. While Ryan Hartman to Nashville was a bigger headline at the trade deadline, Olczyk tells you why Michal Kempny to Washington may be a more impactful move this postseason. Plus, with the World Championship’s going on in Denmark, Edzo talks about Alex DeBrincat being paired with Patrick Kane and whether it could be a long-term line combination for the Blackhawks? Pucks talk takes a turn down the stretch and the guys discuss the ponies. Is Kentucky Derby winner Justify, a legitimate Triple Crown contender?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Jamal Mayers joins Pat Boyle to discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They go over the controversial no goal in the Penguins-Capitals series and a solution for when there isn’t conclusive video of the puck in relation to the goal line. They also weigh in on Dustin Byfuglien’s game and whether Big Buff is the biggest cap casualty loss for the Blackhawks in the Cup era. Plus, with the World Championships starting this week in Denmark will the international experience help Connor Murphy’s and Jordan Oesterle’s NHL game? Finally, the guys dive into the mailbag for your questions regarding the Blackhawks selecting eighth in the upcoming NHL draft.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Adam Burish joins Pat Boyle to answer your mailbag questions. Among the questions they tackle: What was your favorite moment from the Blackhawks’ past season and were you surprised that Joel Quenneville didn’t make any changes to his coaching staff? They also discuss re-signing Vinnie Hinostroza, backup goalie options for Corey Crawford and who do they like in the Jets/Predators second-round series? Plus, Burish looks at the Penguins roster and sees some similarities to the Blackhawks’ situation and attempts to rebuild a Stanley Cup contender.

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis answer your questions as we look ahead to an important offseason. Which position should the Blackhawks prioritize and who could be available via free agency? Should Stan Bowman adjust his lineup construction this summer based on how the Western Conference is unfolding? How can Jonathan Toews get back to being Jonathan Toews? They answer all that and more right here!

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Jamal Mayers and Steve Konroyd talk to Pat Boyle about the reasons why the Hawks didn’t make the playoffs and what they can do to get back to the postseason next year. The guys breakdown the Hawks defensive struggles and what blue liners show the most promise of becoming a number four defenseman. They also discuss Corey Crawford’s future, the team’s lack of depth at center and ways to improve that sluggish power play. Also, Konroyd and Mayers give Toews and Saad advice for their offseason in hopes of seeing both bounce back next year.

In the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Adam Burish and Charlie Roumeliotis weigh in on whether John McDonough’s decision to bring back GM Stan Bowman and coach Joel Quenneville next season was the right one. They also discuss which areas both Bowman and Quenneville can improve in, what structural changes to the special teams should be made and a possible change in the hockey operations department?

Jamal Mayers and Adam Burish join Pat Boyle to discuss recent additions to the Blackhawks line-up and Pat Boyle sits down with Patrick Kane to talk about his chemistry with Nick Schmaltz and Brent Seabrook's 1,000th game. Plus, the surprising debut of Scott Foster, accountant by day goalie by night.