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Blackhawks Breakaway

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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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Episodes

1-on-1 exclusive: Jonathan Toews trying to enjoy being Blackhawk for ’as long as I can’

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis goes 1-on-1 with Jonathan Toews to discuss his potential future ahead of the March 3 trade deadline, why he's trying to soak in being a Blackhawk for as long as he can, how much he talks to Patrick Kane about the future, whether he thinks Luke Richardson is the right head coach for Chicago's rebuild and much more. 00:00 - Toews on the morale after stringing together consecutive wins 1:49 - Toews on how mentally challenging this season ha...

Jan 16, 202312 minEp. 493

1-on-1 exclusive: Patrick Kane expects to meet with GM Kyle Davidson soon about future

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle goes 1-on-1 with Patrick Kane to discuss his injury status, future as the March 3 trade deadline approaches, how good Connor Bedard is, how much he talks to Jonathan Toews about the future and much more. 00:00 - Kane on Lukas Reichel looking like a different player 4:20 - Kane on his lower-body injury 5:30 - Kane on just how good Connor Bedard is 8:30 - Kane on how he's handled the mental challenge of losing 9:30 - Kane on trying to stay in the mo...

Jan 12, 202315 minEp. 492

Patrick Kane injury update and Lukas Reichel is starting to pop

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis provide an injury update on Patrick Kane and weigh in on Lukas Reichel's impressive weekend. Plus, Alex Stalock continues to shine, emergency goaltender Scott Foster makes an appearance at practice and legendary goalkeeper Petr Cech shows off his skills in net. 0:40 - Patrick Kane injury update 6:15 - Lukas Reichel's impressive weekend 16:25 - Could Alex Stalock generate trade interest at the deadline? 18:50 - Tankathon Tal...

Jan 11, 202328 minEp. 491

Interview with Rockford GM Mark Bernard on state of IceHogs

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau interview Rockford IceHogs president and general manager Mark Bernard. What does it mean to him to be inducted into the ECHL Hall of Fame? Why is Rockford having so much success this season? How is Lukas Reichel's development going? How important has it been to surround the younger players with veterans? Is Arvid Soderblom the real deal? How different is the pipeline today compared to a year ago? Bernard answers all that...

Jan 06, 202337 minEp. 490

Does Ian Mitchell have a future with the Blackhawks?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the losing taking a mental toll on the Blackhawks and whether Ian Mitchell has a future with the Blackhawks. Plus, the guys discuss Hockey Night in Canada's report about Max Domi really liking it in Chicago and his potential future, the Edmonton Oilers reportedly being interested in Jake McCabe, an injury update on Blackhawks prospect Colton Dach, an explanation of the NHL's lottery odds system and ...

Jan 03, 202345 minEp. 489

Blackhawks’ best and worst moments from 2022, and favorite outdoor game

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat, Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the best and worst Blackhawks moments from 2022. The guys also debate which of the six Blackhawks outdoor games is their favorite and weigh in on their top moment from the podcast to close out the year. 1:12 - Best Blackhawks moments from 2022 12:17 - Worst Blackhawks moments from 2022 21:20 - Favorite Blackhawks outdoor game 35:27 - Favorite moment from the podcast...

Dec 30, 202240 minEp. 488

Alex Stalock’s value to Blackhawks, World Juniors talk and more

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat, Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about how valuable Alex Stalock is to the locker room. They also get into Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews putting on a show together at the United Center, their thoughts on the opening slate of games at the 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship, how good Connor Bedard is and much more. 2:25 - Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews put on a show together at the United Center 5:50 - The return of Alex Stalock and his ...

Dec 27, 202233 minEp. 487

When will the Blackhawks be playoff contenders again?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau debate when the Blackhawks will be playoff contenders again. If they land Connor Bedard or Adam Fantilli, does that speed up the rebuild? Are the Blackhawks better positioned than Anaheim to finish last? The guys also discuss why Alex Stalock's return is coming at a great time, Jarred Tinordi heading back to the injured reserve list with a facial fracture, what to expect from Isaak Phillips and more. 01:30 - Why Alex Sta...

Dec 21, 202236 minEp. 485

Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews approaching 1,000 NHL games together

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau reflect on Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews approaching 1,000 career NHL games together. The guys also share their thoughts on the five-forward power-play unit, Alex Ovechkin's historic night at the United Center, four Blackhawks prospects named to Team Canada's World Juniors roster and which Chicago celebrity they'd want to be part of the Blackhawks' ownership group. 0:30 - The Blackhawks are trying to stay po...

Dec 16, 202247 minEp. 484

Luke Richardson assesses state of Blackhawks after first 2 months

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle goes 1-on-1 with head coach Luke Richardson. Richardson shares his thoughts on the defensive zone play through the first two months, what his message to the team will be as the trade deadline approaches, his line of communication with Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews, the progression of goaltender Arvid Soderblom and much more.00:00 - Richardson on the Blackhawks not being ready for Winnipeg (2:43) - Richardson's thoughts on the defensive play thro...

Dec 13, 202215 minEp. 483

Mailbag: Will Lukas Reichel be with Blackhawks full-time next season?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau answer your mailbag questions. Is the New Jersey Devils' path a potential blueprint the Blackhawks can copy? Is Luke Richardson's coaching style working? Will Lukas Reichel be in the NHL full-time next season? How much longer can we expect Patrick Kane to be a Blackhawk? Outside of Kane and Jonathan Toews, who could fetch the biggest return at the trade deadline? The guys weigh in on all that and more. 1:00 - ...

Dec 09, 202238 minEp. 482

Thoughts on the Jacob Trouba hit and whether NHL should modify rulebook

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau share their thoughts on the Jacob Trouba hit and whether the NHL should modify its rulebook to make those types of hits illegal. The guys also weigh in on fighting, the likelihood of Patrick Kane and Artemi Panarin potentially reuniting with the New York Rangers, Chicago's goaltending situation and much more. 0:50 - Takeaways from weekend in New York 7:05 - Thoughts on the Jacob Trouba hit and whether the NHL ...

Dec 06, 202248 minEp. 481

NHL Draft analyst Corey Pronman on 2023 class, Blackhawks prospects

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau interview The Athletic's NHL Draft analyst Corey Pronman to discuss the 2023 class and the Blackhawks' farm system. Who is Connor Bedard's NHL comparable? How good is Adam Fantilli? Is Leo Carlsson ahead of Matvei Michkov? Plus, Pronman shares his thoughts on Chicago's top prospects like Kevin Korchinski, Frank Nazar and Lukas Reichel. 1:10 - How strong is the 2023 NHL Draft class? 2:50 - What's Connor Bedard'...

Dec 02, 202224 minEp. 480

Blackhawks hold players-only meeting, shake up lines

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about head coach Luke Richardson changing up the lines that includes Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews being together for the first time this season. The guys also share their thoughts on the players-only meeting after the Blackhawks' seventh straight loss, Kirby Dach's memorable return to Chicago, when Lukas Reichel could get a taste in the NHL this season and much more. 0:50 - Right move to reunite Patric...

Nov 30, 202230 minEp. 479

What we’re thankful for, Blackhawks edition

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about what they’re thankful for and what Blackhawks fans should be thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Nov 24, 202215 minEp. 478

Which numbers should Blackhawks retire after Marian Hossa?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the Blackhawks officially raising Marian Hossa's No. 81 to the United Center rafters and the memorable ceremony. The guys also debate who might be next and which members of the championship core should have their numbers retired. 0:25 - Thoughts on the Marian Hossa jersey retirement ceremony 6:10 - Which other Blackhawks should have their numbers retired and could there be a ring of honor? 14:15 - T...

Nov 21, 202231 minEp. 477

Blackhawks feeling loss of Seth Jones and takeaways from Marian Hossa interview

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the team feeling the loss of Seth Jones, how the recently-recalled Ian Mitchell could help the back end, and injury updates on Tyler Johnson and Alex Stalock. Plus, the guys offer their takeaways from the Marian Hossa interview and what to expect from Sunday's jersey retirement ceremony. 0:50 - Blackhawks feeling the loss of Seth Jones 5:15 - Blackhawks recall Ian Mitchell 11:25 - Blues clap back at...

Nov 18, 202234 minEp. 476

Marian Hossa on untold stories from new book, Blackhawks jersey retirement

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview Marian Hossa to talk about some untold stories from his new book and his upcoming jersey retirement with the Blackhawks. Hossa gets into why he turned down long-term offers to sign a one-year deal with Detroit, what he learned from Pavel Datsyuk, why he accepted Chicago's 12-year contract over Tampa Bay's, what his reaction was when Jonathan Toews told him he was going to get the Stanley Cup first if they won in 2...

Nov 14, 202233 minEp. 475

Are the Blackhawks coming back down to earth?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau discuss whether the Blackhawks are coming back down to earth following a 2-1 overtime loss to Los Angeles. The guys also talk about how the struggles from other NHL teams could lead to a crowded trade market, GM Kyle Davidson telling ESPN's Emily Kaplan that there have been "zero" trade conversations surrounding Patrick Kane, the potential interest level in Seth Jones, and the three Blackhawks defensemen prosp...

Nov 11, 202242 minEp. 474

Would Blackhawks have been a playoff team last season under Luke Richardson?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau answer your mailbag questions. How would last season's roster have done with Luke Richardson as the head coach? What kind of culture is Richardson building and how will it help the rebuild? What's the record for most goalies used in a single season? Should we not be that worried about the Blackhawks' hot start to the season? The guys answer that and more. 1:40 - What kind of culture is Luke Richardson building...

Nov 08, 202238 minEp. 473

Will there be a trade market for Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau discuss whether there will be a trade market for Jonathan Toews after his hot start. The guys also talk about whether Arvid Söderblom can be the Blackhawks' goaltender of the future, Max Domi's ridiculous improvement at the faceoff circle, hockey celebrations and much more. 1:05 - Will the Blackhawks be hanging around a playoff spot all season long? 7:10 - Have the Blackhawks found their goaltender of the futu...

Nov 04, 202241 minEp. 472

Did you like Blackhawks’ Max Domi sticking up for Patrick Kane?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about Andreas Athanasiou's Goal of the Year submission, whether they liked Max Domi sticking up for Patrick Kane in Sunday's loss, Marc-Andre Fleury's antics with Jonathan Toews, how the Seth Jones injury affects Chicago's lineup, and Philipp Kurashev's impressive start. The guys also weigh in on their favorite Halloween candy. 2:30 - Thoughts on Andreas Athanasiou's Goal of the Year submission 6:10 - Did you like M...

Nov 01, 202237 minEp. 471

Blackhawks embracing underdog role, buying into Luke Richardson

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and Scott Darling talk about how the Blackhawks are embracing an underdog mentality. They also discuss the penalty kill's hot stretch, how the lineup is affected without Tyler Johnson, Alex Stalock's impressive start to the season and much more.

Oct 28, 202223 minEp. 470

Are the Blackhawks better than we thought?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau wonder if the Blackhawks are better than we thought after they've strung together three straight multi-goal comeback wins. Is the run sustainable? Can the penalty kill continue its magical stretch of shorthanded goals? The guys discuss all that and more. 0:45 - Are the Blackhawks better than we thought and is this run sustainable? 13:30 - Is the Blackhawks' blue line too crowded? 18:05 - Could teams start call...

Oct 25, 202227 minEp. 469

Danny Wirtz, Jaime Faulkner on Blackhawks’ rebuild, future of logo and more

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview Blackhawks CEO Danny Wirtz and president of business operations Jaime Faulkner to discuss the offseason moves, where the rebuild is at, the futures of Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews, the hiring of Luke Richardson as head coach, the future of the Indianhead logo, Eddie Olczyk's departure and much more. 1:40 - Wirtz on the offseason moves 4:15 - Wirtz, Faulkner on the futures of Kane and Toews 7:15 - Faulkner on wh...

Oct 21, 202219 minEp. 468

A reported potential timing on a Patrick Kane trade

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau break down their biggest takeaways from Chicago’s three-game road trip. The guys also address the Pierre LeBrun story about the potential timing on a Patrick Kane trade, some key injuries to the Blackhawks’ prospects, their thoughts and surprises after the NHL’s first week of the regular season, and much more. 0:20 - Thoughts on the Blackhawks' comeback win over San Jose 11:55 - If Patrick Kane is traded, when...

Oct 19, 202234 minEp. 467

Alex Stalock, Jonathan Toews among bright spots as Blackhawks begin season

The regular season is officially underway, and the Blackhawks started off their season with back-to-back losses on the West Coast. Pat Boyle and James Neveau break down the Blackhawks' first two games, highlighting what we've learned so far and what it could tell fans about the season ahead.

Oct 14, 202233 minEp. 466

1-on-1 with Scott Darling on his new role as Blackhawks studio analyst

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle is joined by 2015 Stanley Cup champion goaltender Scott Darling, who will be joining NBC Sports Chicago this season as a studio analyst for Blackhawks Pre- and Postgame Live. Darling talks about his new gig, newfound love of comedy, career with the Blackhawks and what he's most looking forward to this season.

Oct 11, 202217 minEp. 465

Are Blackhawks making right call by sending Lukas Reichel to Rockford?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the organization's decision to send down Lukas Reichel to Rockford for the start of the season. Are the Blackhawks making the right call? The guys also provide an injury update, the Opening Night roster taking shape and potential Chicago breakout players this season. Plus, Charlie shares the story of how his car got stolen in Milwaukee. 0:40 - Are you surprised Lukas Reichel is starting the season in Rockford? Right...

Oct 07, 202228 minEp. 464
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