On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the team's effort over the last three games and why they deserved better against Edmonton and Winnipeg. The guys also discuss Connor Bedard's injury, potential All-Star Game replacements, what to watch for in the second half, and Lukas Reichel.
Jan 12, 2024•21 min•Ep. 583
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis catches up with WGN Radio’s Joe Brand to talk about the impact of Connor Bedard’s injury and how long he could be out for with a fractured jaw, The Colin Blackwell Game, the insane amount of Blackhawks injuries, and more.
Jan 08, 2024•28 min•Ep. 582
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis has a rinkside chat with Blackhawks television play-by-play announcer Chris Vosters while the team practices in Nashville. The two of them reflect on the bittersweet year of 2023 for the Blackhawks, Connor Bedard mania, how Chris has developed on-air chemistry with Darren Pang, and much more.
Jan 02, 2024•23 min•Ep. 581
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, here’s a compilation of the best moments from Wednesday’s HawkCast with special guest comedian Pat McGann and former Blackhawk John Scott, co-hosted by Charlie Roumeliotis. McGann remembers the time he roasted two-time Stanley Cup champion Bryan Bickell for his retirement party. Plus, the guys answer fan questions throughout the night and react to Connor Bedard's overtime winner in real-time.
Dec 28, 2023•44 min•Ep. 580
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, here’s a compilation of the best moments from Tuesday’s HawkCast with Bryan Bickell, John Scott and Brandon Bollig, co-hosted by Charlie Roumeliotis. Scott and Bickell share stories from their days of being roommates, Bollig reminisces about a few funny moments from his playing days with the Blackhawks, and Bickell answers fan questions throughout the night.
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 579
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the injury bug that's hitting the Blackhawks (0:47). They also discuss Nick Foligno's impact both on and off the ice (6:54), and whether or not the Blackhawks will finish with the best odds to win the draft lottery again (15:23). They wrap up the podcast with a tribute to Cammy Babiarz (22:15), and the Blackhawks showing team unity by attending Kevin Korchinski's father's funeral on their off day (25:17).
Dec 18, 2023•36 min•Ep. 578
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap the Battle of Connors between Bedard and McDavid. Plus, they answer your mailbag questions. Should the Blackhawks call up a forward? If so, who? Should the Blackhawks make another trade to give Connor Bedard a reliable winger? How can the Blackhawks jumpstart Lukas Reichel? Of the pending restricted free agents, which players should the Blackhawks explore a longer-term deal with? They answer that and more.
Dec 13, 2023•43 min•Ep. 577
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about their takeaways from Chicago's four-game homestand in which it went 2-1-1. The guys also get into the packed schedule, Connor Bedard's shift lengths, and more. Plus, a prospects update that includes Nick Lardis' breakout season and Adam Gajan's strong start. They wrap up the podcast by offering well-wishes to our very own Tony Granato, who is taking a leave of absence from NBC Sports Chicago after being diagnosed...
Dec 11, 2023•38 min•Ep. 576
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the Blackhawks picking up three out of a possible four points in their last two games and what they can do to string together consecutive wins for the first time all season. They also discuss Petr Mrazek's terrific performance against Anaheim, the power play potentially starting to turn a corner, the tall pairing of Louis Crevier and Alex Vlasic, and Lukas Reichel working his way back up the lineup after the heal...
Dec 08, 2023•18 min•Ep. 575
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and John Scott recap the Blackhawks' disappointing three-game road trip. They discuss the team's decision to scratch Lukas Reichel on Sunday against Minnesota (1:30). They also share their thoughts about the roster construction and debate whether Kyle Davidson needs to make another move for an experienced player to help develop the rookies (4:10). Later, they discuss Connor Bedard extending his road game point streak to nine games and the improvem...
Dec 03, 2023•15 min•Ep. 574
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the team's decision to terminate Corey Perry's contract for a code of conduct violation and GM Kyle Davidson's reaction to it (00:26). They guys also discuss Nick Foligno's crucial role in the locker room, through the Perry situation and losing streaks (8:22). Plus, they also discuss Chicago's trade with Vancouver involving Anthony Beauvillier (14:21). Finally, Pat and Charlie talk about Patrick Kane linking up w...
Nov 29, 2023•31 min•Ep. 573
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Tony Granato talk about why the Blackhawks are having difficulty stringing together consecutive wins (00:24). Plus, they discuss how the losses of Andreas Athanasiou, Taylor Hall and Corey Perry are impacting the roster (1:29). And finally, the guys address the Perry situation and talk about whether it's a potential distraction for the players (9:11).
Nov 27, 2023•15 min•Ep. 572
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard and Lukas Reichel being paired on a line together (2:27). Will it work? The guys also talk about Philipp Kurashev's quiet heater (6:20), whether Kevin Korchinski should be promoted to the first power-play unit (12:15), which team Patrick Kane might sign with (27:45), and more.
Nov 20, 2023•43 min•Ep. 571
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis interviews Jimmy Waite, the Blackhawks' longtime goaltending coach. Waite talks about why goaltending has been a strength for the Blackhawks this season and Arvid Söderblom's ceiling in the NHL. He also explains the process of choosing a starting goaltender for games and how far he and Luke Richardson map it out in advance. And finally, Waite talks about studying other goaltenders, and what it's been like to reunite with his former teamm...
Nov 16, 2023•16 min•Ep. 570
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the show Connor Bedard put on in Tampa Bay and Florida. They discuss Bedard's game-breaking ability, which area of his game he's taken significant strides, Nick Foligno's high hockey IQ that allows him to play with Bedard, the Moms trip, and more.
Nov 13, 2023•34 min•Ep. 569
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and John Scott talk about Connor Bedard's four-point breakout game in Tampa Bay. Is he starting to figure it out? Pat and John also talk about Philipp Kurashev potentially being Bedard's long-term linemate for the rest of this season, Kevin Korchinski and the young defensemen impressing, Taylor Hall's injury, a relatively solid start to a rough early-season schedule, and more.
Nov 10, 2023•18 min•Ep. 568
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the "heart-to-heart" players-only meeting after Sunday's 4-2 loss to New Jersey (4:00). They also discuss Lukas Reichel's move to the wing (13:30), Kevin Korchinski's entry-level contract officially kicking in (15:20), the power play (23:08), Wyatt Kaiser's neck guard (25:54), and more. Plus, Pat and Charlie address the lawsuit filed against the Blackhawks by John Doe, a Black Ace from the 2010 team (28:11)....
Nov 06, 2023•40 min•Ep. 567
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle catches up with Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy. What has it been like for Murphy to witness Connor Bedard's first few weeks in the NHL (00:54)? How has Murphy's leadership role changed as he enters season seven with the Blackhawks (3:39)? Murphy gives his thoughts on the team's defensive zone coverage (7:07) and what it's been like building chemistry with the rookie blueliners on the team (8:50). Boyle puts Murphy through some rapid-fire ques...
Nov 02, 2023•15 min•Ep. 566
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss their takeaways from the two-game road trip in Vegas and Arizona (00:15) Is it time for the Blackhawks to move Lukas Reichel to the wing (15:00)? Will Kevin Korchinski be in the NHL for the entire season with the first year of his entry-level contract expected to be burned (23:45)? Should neck guards be mandatory (28:11)?
Oct 31, 2023•39 min•Ep. 565
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Luke Richardson's comments following a 3-0 loss to Boston on Tuesday and why he's displeased with the effort (1:04). They also discuss the offside challenge that overturned Connor Bedard's goal (8:05), why Bedard's production has slowed down (17:08), whether it's time to move Lukas Reichel to the wing (26:01), and how Taylor Hall's injury impacts the Blackhawks (33:32). Finally, they wrap up with their thoughts o...
Oct 25, 2023•48 min•Ep. 564
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard bringing the excitement back to the United Center (1:00) and scoring a goal 90 seconds into the home opener (2:10). Later, an interview with Blackhawks chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz from Saturday’s pregame show (10:50). They also discuss the Rocky Wirtz pregame video tribute (18:33), how the Blackhawks forward group could start to get crowded again (22:40), and the grueling schedule continues (25:10)...
Oct 22, 2023•30 min•Ep. 563
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis offer their takeaways from the season-opening five-game road trip. They discuss whether the grueling trip caught up to them in Colorado (1:13), the power play struggles and what adjustments to make (4:48), Connor Bedard's performance so far (12:38), the goaltending of Petr Mrazek and Arvid Söderblom being a bright spot (26:30), why the Blackhawks have been so successful on challenges under head coach Luke Richardson (30:25)...
Oct 20, 2023•47 min•Ep. 562
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle is joined by NBC Sports Chicago analyst Tony Granto to recap the 2-2 start to the season. They talk about how Luke Richardson is holding fewer morning skates and how it can help the team in the long run (3:00). They also discuss the impact the veterans are making on the rookies (5:40). Plus, they break down Alex Vlasic's stretch-pass assist on Corey Perry’s goal in Toronto and how the Blackhawks have handled his development (12:08). Finally, they ...
Oct 17, 2023•24 min•Ep. 561
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard mania being in full swing as his NHL career with the Blackhawks begins. They also discuss other takeaways from the opening two games of the season, power-play and line adjustments with Taylor Hall out of the lineup, and much more. Plus, what really happened with Bedard's stick before warmups on Opening Night? Charlie shares what he knows.
Oct 12, 2023•34 min•Ep. 560
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Caley Chelios provide a preview ahead of the 2023-24 season. Plus, Insider Charlie Roumeliotis joins the show to talk about the Opening Night roster, expectations for Connor Bedard in his rookie NHL season, the potential plan for Kevin Korchinski, and more.
Oct 10, 2023•19 min•Ep. 559
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast Pat Boyle talks with former Blackhawk and new studio analyst for NBC Sports Chicago, John Scott. Scott talks about joining the "dark side" of the media world and how hosting "Dropping The Gloves" podcast has prepared him for this new venture. Scott weighs in on Connor Bedard's start to his NHL career, how veterans like Nick Foligno will help Bedard's transition and he makes a bold prediction about 98's rookie season. Scott also gives an update on the movie t...
Oct 06, 2023•19 min•Ep. 558
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the final roster battles with a week left in training camp. The guys also discuss their takeaways from the two weekend preseason games, Connor Bedard's performance, Kevin Korchinski's future, and more. Plus, an injury update on Sam Savoie, who underwent successful surgery on his right femur. 1:55 - Sam Savoie undergoes successful surgery on right femur 4:30 - Takeaways from preseason action over the weekend 12:25...
Oct 02, 2023•32 min•Ep. 557
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard's NHL preseason debut. Was Bedard being too hard on himself? Will his game translate quickly to the NHL level? Plus, the guys also discuss other standouts, which most notably includes Wyatt Kaiser. 1:23 - Evaluating Bedard’s preseason debut 7:53 - Bedard has been the last one to leave the rink at camp 11:39 - Wyatt Kaiser continues to stand out
Sep 29, 2023•24 min•Ep. 556
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by longtime coach Tony Granato, who will be joining NBC Sports Chicago's studio team for the 2023-24 season as a Blackhawks analyst. Granato shares his background on coaching, growing up a Blackhawks fan as a Chicago-area native, his thoughts on Connor Bedard, the future of the Blackhawks, and much more. 1:33 - Granato on his background and decision to join NBC Sports Chicago 2:52 - Granato on trying to recruit C...
Sep 26, 2023•31 min•Ep. 555
On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis offer their takeaways from Day 1 of training camp. The guys discuss associate GM Jeff Greenberg's departure as he returns to baseball, Connor Bedard's linemates, how different camp felt with Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews, and more. 1:09 - A packed Fifth Third Arena for Day 1 of camp 3:16 - Injury updates, including on Taylor Hall 4:24 - Connor Bedard's linemates 10:52 - Why Seth Jones changed flex on stick 21:32 - Trainin...
Sep 21, 2023•50 min•Ep. 554