With the recent outbreak the return to play amongst the leagues may stall. Host Pat Boyle, is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, and Nick Gismondi to discuss the return to play plan for the NHL, will Chicago be one of the host cities still, and will Marian Hossa be voted into the Hall of Fame. (1:08) - 11 players have tested positive for COVID-19 in the NHL as teams return to play (6:20) - Players and the league still negotiating health and safety rules for the return to play (12:53) - P...
Jun 23, 2020•37 min•Ep. 249
The NHL is narrowing down host cities to restart the season and there's a good chance Chicago could be one of them. The NBCS Chicago Blackhawks content team of Slavko Bekovic, Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, and Nick Gismondi, discuss the benefits and drawbacks of Chicago hosting the NHL, the other cities that will host, and as it enters day 100 of no hockey, what does the crew remember about the last day of hockey. (2:48) - The chances Chicago can be a hub city for the NHL (10:26) - The COVID-...
Jun 19, 2020•35 min•Ep. 248
It's a cross-sport edition of the Blackhawks Talk Podcast as a pair of former Chicago baseball All-Stars join to talk about their love of hockey and their perspective of the Blackhawks dynasty during their time playing in Chicago. First, Ryan Dempster shares stories of his wild night partying with the Stanley Cup in 2010 and his incredible feat on the diamond the next day. Then, Konerko discusses a pair of drought-ending championships in Chicago, comparing his 2005 White Sox title to the 2010 Bl...
Jun 16, 2020•31 min•Ep. 247
After the NHL announced formal training camps would begin on July 10th as part of Phase 3 of the Return To Play protocol, Patrick Kane told the media to be cautious of dates being thrown around and that there was still plenty to be agreed upon between the league and the players. Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King and Nick Gismondi break down Kane's comments and discuss the hurdles the NHL still faces before resuming play. Plus, the Blackhawks made Stan Bowman, Jeremy Colliton, Alex DeBri...
Jun 12, 2020•35 min•Ep. 246
It’s been 10 years since Patrick Kane and the Blackhawks ended their 49-year Stanley Cup drought in the 2010 Stanley Cup Final. NBC Sports’ Doc Emrick and Eddie Olczyk join host Pat Boyle to discuss the magnitude of the series, the intensity of the series both on and off the ice, and ask where exactly the Cup-clinching puck went? Plus, Doc and Edzo recall what they saw (or didn’t see) as Kane slipped the game-winner past Michael Leighton and the mass confusion that happened after the goal. 1:37 ...
Jun 09, 2020•33 min•Ep. 245
Host Pat Boyle and Blackhawks insider Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by NBCS Hawks analyst and former player Jamal Mayers as they discuss the racial and systemic issues the plague America and how that has infiltrated hockey. They also discuss ways to promote change so that not only hockey grows and becomes more accepting, but America as well. (1:30) - Processing the last week in America (9:28) - The NHL is a mirror of the racial issues in America (22:20) - Can the culture change in the NHL (32:0...
Jun 05, 2020•45 min•Ep. 244
Host Pat Boyle is joined by the entire Blackhawks coverage team of Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, Nick Gismondi, Slavko Bekovic, and podcast producer Tony Gill to discuss the George Floyd murder, the protests around the country, and how to be an active participant in the change for equality for all.
Jun 02, 2020•52 min•Ep. 243
With the Hawks getting a chance to extend their season with the new playoff format, they will lineup against the Edmonton Oilers. Do they have a shot at the Cup? Host Pat Boyle is joined by NBCS Chicago hockey experts of Patrick Sharp, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Eddie Olczyk to discuss. Later on, on the pod, Mark Spector of Sportsnet Canada, to discuss the Edmonton Oilers side of the series. (1:30) - Thoughts on the new playoff format and plan to return to play (10:10) - Will Chicago be one of the...
May 29, 2020•25 min•Ep. 242
Host Pat Boyle is joined by the NBCS Blackhawks content team of Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, and Nick Gismondi, as they discuss in this emergency edition of the podcast, the new 24 team playoff that the Hawks are in on. The crew discusses what does this mean for a team with experienced veterans, the details of potential host cities, and the new rules for the NHL Draft. (2:00) - The NHL is leading the way to a return to play for sports (7:20) - 24 team playoff format (12:30) - Chicago as a po...
May 27, 2020•34 min•Ep. 241
A return to play for the NHL is coming into form with the release of a potential format that woulg greatly benefit the Blackhawks. Host Pat Boyle, Hawks insider Charlie Roumeliotis, and Hawks writer Scott King discuss the new format, what it would look like, and why it gives the Hawks their best chance for another potential Stanley Cup run. (1:10) - Details on the 24 team return to play format (6:00) - The new format is a Godsend for the Hawks (11:40) - Which teams or players have an advantage w...
May 26, 2020•37 min•Ep. 240
The 2013 Stanley Cup run by the Hawks was a special season and to discuss with Charlie Roumeliotis is Brandon Bollig. Brandon discusses being compared to the LeBron James Heat teams as the Hawks started the season on a 24 game point streak, the dominance of the Hawks, and tells inside stories about that fantastic season. (2:24) - Starting the season on a 24 game point streak (8:30) - The start of the 2013 playoff run (16:30) - Bollig describes coming back to win with 17 seconds left in the Stanl...
May 22, 2020•40 min•Ep. 239
After the 2 day meeting between the players and owners, a potential format is coming to form for a potential continuance of the 2019-2020 season. Host Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King to discuss the new format and details, how will it impact the 2019-2020 Hawks, and how will this format impact the 2020 NHL draft. (1:30) - This is not a 24 team playoff (8:00) - Might be a resolution in the next 7-10 days on a return to play (15:21) - Who would be the host cities for the ...
May 19, 2020•32 min•Ep. 238
Host Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis and Scott King to discuss the ideas the NHL's Return to Play committee has come up with to finish the season and find a suitable way to find a Stanley Cup champion. They also discuss the possibility of the 2021 season starting in January 2021. (1:25) - Biggest takeaway from the Return to Play Committee meeting (8:12) - A projected date for the NHL Draft (13:15) - NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman isn't thinking of canceling the season (17:00) - Re-eval...
May 15, 2020•28 min•Ep. 237
Chicago in the '90s was all about Michael Jordan and the Bulls, so what was it like for the other major teams during that time? Host Laurence Holmes discusses this with four coaches who led teams in the shadow of the Bulls during that time. From the Blackhawks former coach Craig Hartsburg, from the Cubs Jim Riggleman, from the White Sox Gene Lamont, and from the Bears Dave Wannstedt, all come together to discuss one of the most important times in Chicago sports history. (0:43) - During the early...
May 14, 2020•33 min•Ep. 236
Host Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis and Slavko Bekovic to discuss what steps the Blackhawks are taking to evaluate their front office and what does the timeline look like for them to fill the role left by John McDonough. Later on, the crew answers a question from the voicemail on what would a "Last Dance" documentary of the Cup winning Blackhawks look like. (1:20) - Status update on the Hawks' movement in the front office (6:10) - How will the Hawks handle the NHL draft? (13:06) - Wh...
May 12, 2020•38 min•Ep. 235
Stanley Cup champion and former coach of the Blackhawks, Joel Quenneville joins the podcast with host Pat Boyle and David Kaplan, to discuss how he is handling the quarantine, remembering the Championship runs and which was his favorite, and they get into what made those Cup teams special and what could have been if it weren't for the salary cap. (2:23) - Thoughts on people getting a chance to re-watch the championship runs on tv (5:32) - Was the last championship run similar to the Bulls' "Last...
May 08, 2020•15 min•Ep. 234
In a jam packed episode, host Pat Boyle is joined by Eddie Olczyk as they interview Brent Seabrook on his health and how he's dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Later on in the pod, Pat and Eddie discuss the 2010 Stanley Cup winning Blackhawks with a few Hawks that were on the team, Troy Brouwer, Andrew Laad, Dave Bolland, and Kris Versteeg. (0:56) - Brent Seabrook gives an update on his health and what's next as he works his way back (3:35) - Seabrook selects the best Cup winning Hawks team (7...
May 05, 2020•27 min•Ep. 233
It has been a few days since the Blackhawks released president John McDonough and now the search begins for his replacement. Host Pat Boyle is joined by Insider Charlie Roumeliotis and Scott King, as they discuss the possible candidates. Later on in the pod, they discuss the need for players to stay connected with fans during this time. (1:08) - Is there any more clarity on why McDonough was let go (8:20) - Will there be a front office structure change (9:28) - Who could be a candidate to replac...
May 01, 2020•38 min•Ep. 232
In an emergency edition of the Blackhawks talk podcast, owner of the Hawks Rocky Wirtz sent out a statement that the Hawks have released President John McDonough. Host Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, and Slavko Bekovic discuss what may have happened and the legacy of John McDonough. (1:25) - Rocky Wirtz explained in March that he was happy with the direction of the team (7:30) - Is this the start of a major overhaul in the Hawks organization (13:30) - Is the President of ...
Apr 28, 2020•27 min•Ep. 231
The NHL and commissioner Gary Bettman are still trying to find ways and figure out scenarios to restart the season. Host Pat Boyle is joined by NBCS Chicago Blackhawks content team of Charlie Roumeliotis, Nick Gismondi, Scott King, and Slavko Bekovic to discuss the options the NHL has considered, and they take a couple of your mailbag questions. (1:18) - Playing the remainder of the season in remote locations based on division (9:16) - Commissioner Gary Bettman speaks on some solutions (20:30) -...
Apr 24, 2020•46 min•Ep. 230
Host Pat Boyle is joined by former Blackhawk and Stanley Cup champion with the New York Rangers Steve Larmer to discuss his crazy streak of 11yrs without missing a game, his first time coming back to the Chicago Stadium to play against the Hawks, and what it's like to wait for a call for the Hall of Fame. (2:50) - Did Larmer cross paths with Michael Jordan (6:45) - Is the 11yrs without missing a game streak his proudest accomplishment? (12:06) - How was Larmer's relationship with former Rangers ...
Apr 21, 2020•21 min•Ep. 229
Host Pat Boyle is joined by the NBCS Chicago Blackhawks content team of Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, Nick Gismondi, and Slavko Bekovic as they discuss the chances that hockey gets played in the summer, what it would look like if played in the summer, and they also take a few calls from the voicemail. (1:30) - Level of optimism that hockey will return in the summer (10:40) - How would the playoffs look with a shortened season? (22:22) - Takeaways from Elliotte Friedman interview from the Blac...
Apr 17, 2020•56 min•Ep. 228
The Hawks Stanley Cup teams in 2010, 2013, and 2015 dominated the decade. But which team was the best of all? Bryan Bickell who was with the team, joins host Pat Boyle to discuss which team was the best, what he's doing during the pandemic to stay busy, and does it bother him that his name isn't on the 2010 trophy. (1:30) - Bickell discusses what he's been doing during the pandemic (4:10) - Update on Bickell's health (7:40) - Bickell on being called up on the 2010 championship team (9:20) - Does...
Apr 14, 2020•20 min•Ep. 227
Host Pat Boyle and NBCS Chicago Hawks insider Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by Elliotte Friedman of Hockey Night in Canada, as they discuss what lies ahead for the NHL as they figure out ways to resume or move on from this season and how those decisions impact the Hawks financially and how it impacts the roster going forward. (1:10) - Elliotte Friedman on being a Hawks fan growing up (4:26) - Everyone hoped the salary cap would go up, now it may go down (6:30) - Friedman's comments about Dylan ...
Apr 10, 2020•18 min•Ep. 226
Host Pat Boyle is joined by former Blackhawk defenceman Brian Campbell as they discuss the impact of the 2010 champion Hawks on Chicago hockey, his issues with former coach Joel Quenneville, and how he's using his experience as a champion to help young players. (1:14) - Being a part of the rebirth of hockey in Chicago (4:20) - Not getting along with Joel Quenneville in the beginning (11:00) - The moment Brian knew the Hawks could win the Cup (16:10) - Coming back from a tough injury in 2010 due ...
Apr 07, 2020•23 min•Ep. 225
John Scott's career was an interesting one, from team tough guy to getting the All-Star MVP. Host Pat Boyle talks with John as they discuss John's new podcast, adjusting to life after hockey, and they talk about how he views his All-Star game appearance and MVP now that he is retired. (1:16) - Using his podcast to stay connected to hockey (4:50) - Why he signed with the Blackhawks (6:32) - How did John get along with Joel Quenneville (9:20) - A movie based on John's career (12:30) - Fans pulling...
Apr 03, 2020•17 min•Ep. 224
The full crew is back with host Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, Slavko Bekovic, Scott King, and Nick Gismondi as they discuss how they are spending time without hockey, thoughts on the re-airing of the 2010 Hawks playoff run, and could the Hawks have won more in the last decade. (0:55) - How to fill time with no hockey (11:20) - Re-watching the 2010 Hawks (18:32) - Could the Hawks have won more last decade (26:20) - Time for the Hawks to re-invent themselves (28:20) - Advice to get through the q...
Mar 31, 2020•36 min•Ep. 223
We take #HawksRewind to the next level as Pat Boyle and Nick Gismondi chat with two-time Stanley Cup champion Dave Bolland. The guys discuss the 2010 Stanley Cup run, who the most underrated player on that team was and which players he enjoyed annoying the most on the ice. Bolland also explains why he threw his gloves off after scoring his famous "17 Seconds" goal and shares which former Blackhawks teammate gave him his nickname "The Rat." 1:41- What is it like for Dave Bolland to be in Vancouve...
Mar 27, 2020•15 min•Ep. 222
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle chats with former Blackhawk and current radio analyst, Troy Murray. This podcast was recorded last month as the two drove around town. (1:05) Murray looks back at the 2010 Stanley Cup team and shares his perspective of Patrick Kane’s cup clinching goal (8:23) Troy’s unique relationship with Jonathan Toews (9:48) How Marian Hossa was never a finalist for the Selke Trophy (20:00) Troy's role as saxophone player in the band, The Chicago 6 (21:30) Wha...
Mar 24, 2020•27 min•Ep. 221
Host Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, and Nick Gismondi, as they answer questions and concerns from fans on the Blackhawks and the NHL. They also feature a call in segment where fans get to ask their question to the crew. If you want to call in with your question dial up (312)-834-4339 and you can be apart of the show. (2:30) - Recap of the Rocky Wirtz interview from the previous podcast (7:40) - How will the playoff format change if/when the season continues (12:54) - Has...
Mar 20, 2020•45 min•Ep. 220
