As we, at WGN Radio, prepare to welcome the Chicago Blackhawks into the “Century Club,” we are celebrating Chicago’s Original 6 hockey organization by highlighting over 100 players, coaches, executives, broadcasters and personalities that have been a part of Blackhawks’ 100-year history. Every weekday leading up to and through the 2025-26 season, you will hear about a different all-time Blackhawks figure in both the morning and afternoon WGN Radio sports reports, and here on WGNRadio.com. Severa...
Jul 18, 2025
As we, at WGN Radio, prepare to welcome the Chicago Blackhawks into the “Century Club,” we are celebrating Chicago’s Original 6 hockey organization by highlighting over 100 players, coaches, executives, broadcasters and personalities that have been a part of Blackhawks’ 100-year history. Every weekday leading up to and through the 2025-26 season, you will hear about a different all-time Blackhawks figure in both the morning and afternoon WGN Radio sports reports, and here on WGNRadio.com. Severa...
Jul 17, 2025
As we, at WGN Radio, prepare to welcome the Chicago Blackhawks into the “Century Club,” we are celebrating Chicago’s Original 6 hockey organization by highlighting over 100 players, coaches, executives, broadcasters and personalities that have been a part of Blackhawks’ 100-year history. Every weekday leading up to and through the 2025-26 season, you will hear about a different all-time Blackhawks figure in both the morning and afternoon WGN Radio sports reports, and here on WGNRadio.com. Severa...
Jul 16, 2025
As we, at WGN Radio, prepare to welcome the Chicago Blackhawks into the “Century Club,” we are celebrating Chicago’s Original 6 hockey organization by highlighting over 100 players, coaches, executives, broadcasters and personalities that have been a part of Blackhawks’ 100-year history. Every weekday leading up to and through the 2025-26 season, you will hear about a different all-time Blackhawks figure in both the morning and afternoon WGN Radio sports reports, and here on WGNRadio.com. Severa...
Jul 14, 2025
As we, at WGN Radio, prepare to welcome the Chicago Blackhawks into the “Century Club,” we are celebrating Chicago’s Original 6 hockey organization by highlighting over 100 players, coaches, executives, broadcasters and personalities that have been a part of Blackhawks’ 100-year history. Every weekday leading up to and through the 2025-26 season, you will hear about a different all-time Blackhawks figure in both the morning and afternoon WGN Radio sports reports, and here on WGNRadio.com. Severa...
Jul 14, 2025
WGN Blackhawks reporter and host Charlie Roumeliotis joins WGN’s Ryan Burrow to talk about the Blackhawks expansion of Fifth Third Arena, which will include new rinks, a Blackhawks hall of fame, and a new tenant. It’s all an effort to bring more amateur and professional hockey within a slapshot of the Blackhawks home ice. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7461356/Stadium_Club_Ep_6_2025-06-09-192456.64kmono.mp3 Rendering of the “Championship Arena”, future home of the Chicago Steel at Fifth Third ...
Jun 09, 2025
Beloved ex-WGN’er Joe Brand joins John Williams to talk about how life has been since he was named the radio voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins last fall! Joe says he misses Chicago’s grid system and wouldn’t have the Penguins job without the support from all his friends at WGN Radio. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7456338/6-5-25_Joe_Brand_Pittsburgh_Penguins_WGN_Radio_2025-06-05-202738.128.mp3 Recent Posts John Williams Will you go on the Pope Leo bus tour? .cls-4{fill:#000;} How City Kids Camp...
Jun 05, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks named Jeff Blashill the 42nd head coach in the organization’s history. He joined Bob Sirott and Dave Eanet to discuss preparing for the upcoming NHL Draft, relationship building with the players on the roster, and putting on his old goaltending gear. Sirott also asked Blashill — a Michigan native and former Red Wings head coach — the question on everyone’s mind: Who has better pizza, Chicago or Detroit? https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7455384/7455384_2025-06-05-143824.64k...
Jun 05, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks officially introduced Jeff Blashill as the 42nd head coach in franchise history on Tuesday at the United Center. The press conference lasted nearly 30 minutes, so let’s get right to it and highlight the biggest takeaways from Blashill and GM Kyle Davidson. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7435458/Blashill_052725_2025-05-27-153958.64kmono.mp3 Why Blashill chose the Blackhawks Blashill’s opening statement lasted nearly five minutes. No script, no notes; just straight from th...
May 27, 2025
New Chicago Blackhawks Head Coach Jeff Blashill met the Chicago media for the first time Tuesday morning in his introductory press conference: https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7435458/Blashill_052725_2025-05-27-153958.64kmono.mp3 More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier ....
May 27, 2025
Tab Bamford , lead Chicago Blackhawks writer at Bleacher Nation, joins Steve Dale to discuss his book, The Future: Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks New Era . Tab and Steve chat about the impact Connor Bedard has made in his first two seasons and what he will bring to the table going forward with a young Blackhawks team. Tab and Steve also talk about the role of Bedard’s parents in getting him prepared to play professional hockey. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7410240/Tab_Bamford_5-11-...
May 11, 2025
Since the Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) launched in October, it has been the official television home for three of Chicago’s major pro sports franchises: the Blackhawks, Bulls, and White Sox. CHSN is available on TV through U-Verse, DIRECTV and Astound, and by using an antenna for channels WJYS 62.2 and WJYS 62.3 in Chicago. The channel can also be streamed on the CHSN website and app, as well as platforms such as Fubo and DIRECTV Stream. Unfortunately, negotiations have stalled between CHSN and...
Apr 21, 2025
WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich wrap up the 2024-25 Blackhawks season, which ended with Chicago finishing 31st in the NHL standings but showing encouraging signs from its young core. They highlight the emergence of Frank Nazar, the play of Sam Rinzel and Artyom Levshunov, and more. The duo also looks ahead to a pivotal offseason that includes a head coaching search. Who might the Blackhawks target, and how aggressive will GM Kyle Davidson be in free agency? Charlie and Jack bre...
Apr 17, 2025
WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 4-3 overtime win over the Ottawa Senators to wrap up the 2024-25 season. Troy Murray joins the discussion from Canadian Tire Centre to recap the game and season as a whole. Later, we hear from Frank Nazar, Connor Bedard, Spencer Knight and Blackhawks interim head coach Anders Sorensen. Plus, Charlie wraps up the show by dishing out thank yous after his first season as the Blackhawks’ studio host. Stay tuned to WGN Radio all off-season l...
Apr 16, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks at Ottawa Senators – April 15th, 2025. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7371622/7371622_2025-04-16-024722.64kmono.mp3 Game Recap | Box Score | Video Highlights More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: St...
Apr 16, 2025
WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 4-3 comeback victory in a shootout against the Montreal Canadiens. Troy Murray joins the discussion from the Bell Centre to recap the win and discuss the playoff-type atmosphere. Later, we hear from Frank Nazar, Nick Foligno and Blackhawks interim head coach Anders Sorensen. Plus, Charlie weighs in on Nazar’s game and explains why he was the best player on the ice. Charlie wraps up the show by previewing Chicago’s season finale against ...
Apr 15, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks at Montreal Canadiens – April 14th, 2025. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7369827/7369827_2025-04-15-024227.64kmono.mp3 Game Recap | Box Score | Video Highlights More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile:...
Apr 15, 2025
WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 5-4 shootout loss to the Winnipeg Jets at the United Center. Troy Murray joins the show to discuss the Blackhawks’ final game at home along with the last game in the careers of Pat Maroon and Alec Martinez. Next, Charlie previews the remainder of the Blackhawks season and talks about the possibility of Hawks prospect Ryan Greene joining the team this week. The Blackhawks will go on the road for the final two games of the regular season....
Apr 13, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Winnipeg Jets – April 12th, 2025 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7367382/Hawks_vs_Jets_EXP_4-12-25_2025-04-13-024922.64kmono.mp3 Game Recap | Box Score | Video Highlights More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centen...
Apr 13, 2025
WGN Radio’s Jack Heinrich breaks down the Blackhawks’ 5-2 win over the Boston Bruins. Jack and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Arvid Söderblom’s strong performance and Ryan Donato reaching the 30-goal mark. Later on, hear postgame comments from Nick Foligno, Arvid Söderblom, and Blackhawks Interim Head Coach Anders Sorensen. The Blackhawks return home on Saturday, April 12th, to host the Winnipeg Jets for the home finale. Coverage begins at 5:30 PM with Charlie Roumeliotis’ pregame, followed by Blac...
Apr 11, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks at Boston Bruins – April 10th, 2025. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7364999/7364999_2025-04-11-024039.64kmono.mp3 Game Recap | Box Score | Video Highlights More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Stev...
Apr 11, 2025
WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich react to Alex Ovechkin officially becoming the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer, surpassing Wayne Gretzky with his 895th career goal against the New York Islanders. They break down Ovechkin’s two-goal performance against the Blackhawks, discuss whether anyone could ever break his new record, and more. Plus, Charlie catches up with former Blackhawks studio host and current radio voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Joe Brand. https://serve.castfire...
Apr 10, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks at Pittsburgh Penguins– April 8th, 2025 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7361221/7361221_2025-04-09-021521.64kmono.mp3 Game Recap | Box Score | Video Highlights More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: S...
Apr 09, 2025
WGN Radio’s Jack Heinrich breaks down the Blackhawks’ 5-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Jack and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the Hawks’ struggles getting the puck out of their zone and Sam Rinzel’s continued good play. Later on, hear postgame comments from Ryan Donato, Connor Murphy, and interim head coach Anders Sörensen. The Blackhawks continue their east coast road trip on Thursday April 8th in Boston to take on the Bruins. Coverage begins at 5:30 PM with Jack Heinrich’s pregame, followed ...
Apr 09, 2025
WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 3-1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Troy Murray joins the discussion along with Frank Nazar who highlights what it feels like to play against greats like Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby. Then, Charlie and Troy discuss how the Hawks can build confidence with a win like this and learn how they can improve. Then, a surprise visit from Joe Brand! Later in the show, hear postgame audio from Ilya Mikheyev, Spencer Knight, Sam Rinzel, and An...
Apr 07, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Pittsburgh Penguins – April 6th, 2025 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7357227/7357227_2025-04-07-005127.64kmono.mp3 Game Recap | Box Score | Video Highlights More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile:...
Apr 07, 2025
WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 5-3 loss to the Washington Capitals. Troy Murray joins the discussion from Capital One Arena to discuss Alex Ovechkin’s memorable two-goal performance, tying Wayne Gretzky for the most goals in NHL history with 894. Plus, Charlie weighs in on Ovechkin’s career accomplishments, his 14th 40-goal season, and much more. Charlie wraps up the show by previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday at the United Cen...
Apr 05, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks at Washington Capitals – April 4th, 2025. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7356647/7356647_2025-04-05-020747.64kmono.mp3 Game Recap | Box Score | Video Highlights More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile:...
Apr 05, 2025
WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 3-2 shootout loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Troy Murray joins to discuss the great effort put forth from young Blackhawks players, even though they were not able to pull off a win. Later, Charlie recaps impact plays from throughout the game and previews the Blackhawks’ next game against the Washington Capitals. The Blackhawks’ hit the road on Friday, April 4th to take on Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals. Coverage begins at 5:3...
Apr 03, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche – April 2nd, 2025 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7353102/7353102_2025-04-03-054202.64kmono.mp3 Game Recap | Box Score | Video Highlights More coverage Chicago Blackhawks Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Murray Bannerman .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Doug Wilson .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: Connor Bedard .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks extend defenseman Louis Crevier .cls-4{fill:#000;} Blackhawks Centennial Profile: ...
Apr 03, 2025
