On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis put a bow on the 2023 Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase and discuss Connor Bedard's hat trick in his unofficial team debut. Plus, the guys offer their takeaways from GM Kyle Davidson's media availability before training camp. 1:04 - Connor Bedard's special night in his unofficial Blackhawks debut 10:31 - Drew Commesso, other standouts from prospect showcase 13:20 - Where will Kevin Korchinski play this season? 16:07 - Blackhawk...
Sep 19, 2023•37 min•Ep. 553
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Kenny Albert joins Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to talk about his new book titled: 'A Mic for All Seasons,' which comes out on Oct. 10. Albert reveals how he was a miracle baby after being born three months early. He also provides a behind-the-scenes look at his professional journey and shares never before told stories. 2:30 - Albert on when he knew broadcasting was the career he wanted to pursue 5:00 - Albert on being a miracle baby 8:30 - Albert on h...
Sep 15, 2023•31 min•Ep. 550
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, chairman/CEO Danny Wirtz and president of business operations join Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to talk about Connor Bedard and the start of a new era. They also discuss the new guidelines that will help guide number retirement decisions moving forward, whether Chelsea Dagger will be returning as the goal song, and much more. 0:16 - Wirtz, Faulkner on the decision to retire Chris Chelios' No. 7 3:16 - The new guidelines that will help guide number reti...
Sep 12, 2023•28 min•Ep. 552
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Chris Chelios joins Charlie Roumeliotis to talk about the Blackhawks' decision to retire his No. 7 jersey and what it was like to have the surprise news delivered by his close friend Eddie Vedder during a Pearl Jam concert at the United Center. Plus, Chelios opens up about the meaning behind his No. 7, what his emotions might be like on Feb. 25 vs. Detroit, and much more.
Sep 09, 2023•14 min•Ep. 551
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle catches up with ESPN's John Buccigross. Bucci explains how his role covering the NHL at ESPN started and what the network has in store for year three of their rights deal with the league. Buccigross also weighs in on the Connor Bedard mania, Darren Pang joining the Hawks broadcast team, and whether the NHL is doing a better job marketing their players. They also talk about Bucci's other passion, golf. Was Buccigross star-struck when he played golf...
Sep 05, 2023•28 min•Ep. 549
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle catches up with Hawks defenseman Jarred Tinordi. They look back at Tinordi’s injury-riddled season, which included a skate and puck to the face. Plus, his wife’s not-so-favorable reaction when Tinordi dropped the gloves in his first game back from injury. Tinordi discusses his role as a veteran and helping Connor Bedard transition into the NHL. Jarred also gives us his expectations for the upcoming season. :20 - What it's like living in Nashville ...
Aug 29, 2023•16 min•Ep. 548
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview Connor Bedard's longtime skills coach Jon Calvano, who talks about when he realized Bedard was special, how he and his family handled the pressure growing up, and more. Plus, Calvano shares a personal story that shows what kind of person Bedard is. 1:50 - Jon Calvano on when he realized Connor Bedard was special 6:30 - Calvano on Bedard's confidence within himself 12:30 - Calvano on Bedard's wrist injury at age 12...
Aug 22, 2023•26 min•Ep. 547
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Marian Hossa's Goodbye Game, which will take place in Trencin, Slovakia on Friday. The guys also discuss Jonathan Toews' potential future, notable moves around the NHL this offseason, the QMJHL banning fighting, and more. 3:09 - Marian Hossa's Goodbye Game 6:38 - Jonathan Toews' potential future 11:17 - Notable moves around the NHL this offseason 20:12 - Thoughts on the QMJHL banning fighting...
Aug 16, 2023•25 min•Ep. 546
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau share their thoughts on the memorial service for late Blackhawks chairman Rocky Wirtz and the impact he made on hockey in Chicago. You'll also hear personal stories from Darren Pang, Pat Foley, Chris Chelios and Brent Seabrook on how Wirtz prioritized a family environment. 1:17 - Boyle on Tuesday's private memorial service 16:43 - Pang, Foley, Chelios and Seabrook on how Wirtz prioritized a family environment ...
Aug 09, 2023•51 min•Ep. 545
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis answer your questions in Part 2 of the mailbag edition. How many points will Connor Bedard score in 2023-24? When will Frank Nazar sign with the Blackhawks? What NHL team can fans look to for an idea of what the end result of the Blackhawks might look like? What excites you most about the future? The guys answer all that and more. 2:40 - What are your point projections for Connor Bedard, Taylor Hall and Lukas Reichel? 12:00...
Aug 01, 2023•38 min•Ep. 544
Rocky Wirtz, the chairman of the Chicago Blackhawks, has passed away after a brief illness, the team officially confirmed on Tuesday evening. He was 70. Pat Foley and Eddie Olczyk join Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to look back at Rocky Wirtz's tenure with the Blackhawks.
Jul 26, 2023•24 min•Ep. 543
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis answer your questions in Part 1 of the mailbag edition. Why was there a delay in the Philipp Kurashev arbitration announcement? Who will be the next captain of the Blackhawks? Is GM Kyle Davidson done making moves? Where will the Blackhawks finish next season? The guys answer all that and more. 1:30 - Why was there a delay in the releasing of the Philipp Kurashev arbitration award? 9:00 - Who will be the next captain of the...
Jul 25, 2023•37 min•Ep. 542
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis interviews Corey Perry to discuss his decision to sign with the Blackhawks after his rights were traded from Tampa Bay. Perry also talks about Connor Bedard, reuniting with Luke Richardson, what he remembers from the heated 2015 Western Conference Final between Chicago and Anaheim, and much more. 1:30 - Perry on his initial reaction when the Blackhawks acquired his rights 3:12 - Perry on reuniting with Luke Richardson 5:26 - Perry on his...
Jul 18, 2023•14 min•Ep. 541
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau project what the Blackhawks' 2023-24 Opening Night roster could look like. Plus, the guys talk about Jonathan Toews' potential future and when Patrick Kane could sign with a team. They wrap up by revisiting the Alex DeBrincat trade more than one year later. Did the Blackhawks win that deal? 2:18 - Chicago fans are already buzzing about the Blackhawks 6:14 - The latest on Jonathan Toews 13:29 - Patrick Kane not...
Jul 13, 2023•49 min•Ep. 540
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis share their thoughts on development camp, which was off-ice only. They also discuss their takeaways from GM Kyle Davidson's final press conference of the season and where Kevin Korchinski could play in 2023-24. Plus, Pat goes 1-on-1 with Bedard to talk about where his work ethic came from, his United Center visit as a kid, getting a shoutout from Drake on his Instagram story, and much more. 1:22 - Thoughts on off-ice develo...
Jul 06, 2023•48 min•Ep. 539
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis put a bow on the 2023 NHL Draft for the Blackhawks, who made 11 picks in total. Plus, Pat and Charlie discuss the Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno trade, why Josh Bailey was bought out, the potential acquisition of Corey Perry, and more. 0:00 - More thoughts on Connor Bedard 4:00 - Day 2 recap of Blackhawks' draft 12:40 - Why the Blackhawks adding veterans is different from keeping Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews 24:00 - Corey Per...
Jun 29, 2023•31 min•Ep. 538
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the Blackhawks finally taking Connor Bedard with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft and landing Oliver Moore at No. 19 overall. Plus, an exclusive 1-on-1 interview with Bedard. 0:00 - Connor Bedard is officially a Blackhawk 7:40 - Charlie's 1-on-1 interview with Bedard 14:40 - Oliver Moore falls to Blackhawks at No. 19 overall 40:00 - Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson on his viral street intervi...
Jun 29, 2023•46 min•Ep. 537
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau preview the 2023 NHL Draft for the Blackhawks. Will they be able to trade up from No. 19 overall? What are the odds they acquire a third first-round pick? Is this the year the Blackhawks will draft a goaltender? The guys discuss all that and more. 1:00 - It's Connor Bedard Week 2:30 - What are the chances the Blackhawks acquire a third first-round pick? 9:05 - Who could the Blackhawks target at No. 19 overall?...
Jun 26, 2023•37 min•Ep. 536
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau catch up with Dave Bolland to discuss the 10-year anniversary of the 2013 Stanley Cup clinching game. Bolland talks about the 24-game point streak to open the season, the injuries he dealt with during the season, overcoming a 3-1 series deficit to Detroit, 17 Seconds against Boston, and much more. 3:00 - Bolland on the 2012-13 lockout and fearing the season would be canceled 6:37 - Bolland on starting the season with a 2...
Jun 23, 2023•29 min•Ep. 535
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau break down four potential trade-up scenarios for the Blackhawks going into the 2023 NHL Draft. How should the Blackhawks use their draft capital? Could they move up from No. 19? How about the possibility of adding a third first-round pick? The guys dissect. 2:30 - There's no doubt the Blackhawks are taking Connor Bedard, right? (Right!) 6:15 - Trade proposal 1: A potential Chicago-Pittsburgh trade scenario involving Mika...
Jun 20, 2023•47 min•Ep. 534
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau recap the NHL Scouting Combine and talk about Connor Bedard. The guys also provide their takeaways from GM Kyle Davidson's media availability in Buffalo, the Blackhawks re-signing Andreas Athanasiou, Patrick Sharp joining the Philadelphia Flyers front office, and much more. 1:30 - Takeaways from NHL Scouting Combine, Connor Bedard 7:20 - Bedard on his interview with the Blackhawks 18:00 - Adam Fantilli has hig...
Jun 13, 2023•42 min•Ep. 533
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview Darren Pang, who will join the Blackhawks' broadcast booth on NBC Sports Chicago for the 2023-24 season. Pang talks about his emotional return to Chicago, the conversations he had with Troy Murray and Eddie Olczyk about accepting the position, developing chemistry with Chris Vosters, and much more. 1:00 - Pang on joining the Blackhawks' broadcast booth as TV analyst 5:40 - Pang on the conversations he had with Tro...
Jun 08, 2023•22 min•Ep. 532
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the Stanley Cup Final between Florida and Vegas, Connor Bedard's interview with the NHL on TNT panel, Patrick Kane having hip surgery that will sideline him for 4-6 months, and more. 1:00 - Vegas takes 2-0 lead in Stanley Cup Final; does Florida have a chance to come back? 13:20 - Connor Bedard says on TNT that he'd be "incredibly honored" if he went No. 1 to Chicago 22:10 - Patrick Kane out 4-6 months after unde...
Jun 06, 2023•42 min•Ep. 531
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis catch up with Eddie Olczyk to preview the 2023 Stanley Cup Final between Florida and Vegas on TNT. They also talk about Olczyk's first season in Seattle, his name being mentioned for front-office openings, how the Blackhawks winning the draft lottery changes the trajectory of the rebuild, and more. 1:00 - Olczyk previews 2023 Stanley Cup Final 11:20 - Olczyk on whether Matthew Tkachuk has entered superstar status 19:30 - Ol...
May 30, 2023•31 min•Ep. 530
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview NHL on TNT studio host Liam McHugh to talk about the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the growth of TNT's hockey coverage, the addition of Henrik Lundqvist on the panel, and much more. McHugh also discusses how exciting it is that the Blackhawks won the 2023 NHL Draft lottery and what that means for the NHL. 1:00 - McHugh on Matthew Tkachuk and the Florida Panthers sweeping their way to Stanley Cup Final 10:15 - McHugh on wh...
May 25, 2023•29 min•Ep. 529
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau interview Blackhawks assistant general manager and director of player development Mark Eaton to talk about winning the lottery, Kevin Korchinski's growth, whether Lukas Reichel will be a permanent winger or center in the NHL, and much more. Eaton also explains why they're making a change development camp, which will be off-ice only and have no on-ice portion. 1:30 - Eaton's reaction to winning the lottery, imp...
May 22, 2023•35 min•Ep. 528
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau interview Blackhawks director of amateur scouting Mike Doneghey to talk about winning the draft lottery and what it means for the rebuild. He also previews the 2023 NHL Draft class, the importance of hitting on later-round picks, how much pride he takes in putting his stamp on a new era of the Blackhawks, and much more. 1:00 - Doneghey on his reaction to the Blackhawks winning the draft lottery 6:45 - Doneghey...
May 15, 2023•33 min•Ep. 527
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview studio host for Sportsnet's Hockey Night in Canada David Amber to talk about the Stanley Cup Playoffs, what changes the Toronto Maple Leafs could make in the offseason if they fail to advance past the second round, the Edmonton Oilers' chances of becoming the first Canadian team to win the Stanley Cup since 1993, and, of course, the Blackhawks winning the lottery and earning the right to draft Connor Bedard at No....
May 11, 2023•27 min•Ep. 526
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau react to the Blackhawks landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft and the right to draft Connor Bedard. How does Bedard change the future for the Blackhawks? Does his presence alone speed up the timeline of the rebuild? The guys discuss that and more.
May 09, 2023•40 min•Ep. 525
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau interview The Athletic's NHL Draft expert Corey Pronman to preview the top of the 2023 draft class as the lottery nears. Why did he flip Adam Fantilli and Matvei Michkov in his rankings? Could Will Smith go ahead of Leo Carlsson? Which players are NHL ready? And who's the early pick to go No. 1 overall in 2024: Macklin Celebrini or Cole Eiserman? Pronman discusses all that and more. 0:30 - Pronman on whether h...
May 05, 2023•27 min•Ep. 524
