Blackhawks Breakaway

The Blackhawks ultimate season preview

Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are back together and get you ready for another Blackhawks season. After a rocky preseason, Seth Jones tells us what the team needs to accomplish in order to flip the switch. Connor Bedard enters his second year and is showing the fight to take the next step. Coach Richardson addresses the expectations for Lukas Reichel. The latest roster moves as the team is finalized. The new season has arrived and the Blackhawks Breakaway has you covered.

The final episode of the podcast with NBC Sports Chicago

As you may know, NBC Sports Chicago’s 20-year run serving Chicago’s passionate fans, its partners, and community is coming to a close on Monday, Sept. 30. This is our final episode of The Blackhawks Talk Podcast. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the many memories and moments the show has brought to them and fans. We thank our viewers, readers, listeners, and followers for their incredible support over the last two decades. If you are a subscriber of the Blackhawks Talk Podcast, you will automatically receive podcast episodes from the new Chicago Sports Network.

Reacting to Blackhawks’ flurry of signings on Day 1 of NHL free agency

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to a flurry of signings on Day 1 of NHL free agency for the Blackhawks. The guys talk about how much better the Blackhawks got and project where Tyler Bertuzzi and Teuvo Teravainen could slot into the lineup. Plus, they discuss Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson attempting to acquire the No. 4 overall pick from Columbus to presumably select Ivan Demidov. They also offer their takeaways from Blackhawks play-by-play announcer Rick Ball's first media availability.

Chicago Blackhawks draft: Recapping, Reacting to the team selecting Artyom Levshunov in 2024 NHL Draft

Join Pat Boyle, Caley Chelios, and Tony Granato for our draft night special! The trio will recap and react to the draft and the Blackhawks' selection of Artyom Levshunov with the second pick in the draft.

Mailbag: Should the Blackhawks consider bringing back Patrick Kane?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis answer your mailbag questions. Will the Blackhawks trade up from No. 18 overall? With rumors about Jake Guentzel and Martin Necas, which offseason additions could the Blackhawks make this summer? Why aren't the Blackhawks considering bringing back Patrick Kane? What's the latest on Jonathan Toews' potential return to hockey? Early predictions for training-camp standouts? How many points would be considered a successful season in 2024-25? When will the Blackhawks' rebuild be complete? And a decade from now, what will we look at as the turning point of the Blackhawks' franchise in the new era?

Reflecting on Blackhawks memories during NBC Sports Chicago’s 20-year run

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis reflect on NBC Sports Chicago's 20-year run after it was announced that Chicago Sports Network will be the new home for the Blackhawks, Bulls and White Sox starting in October. The guys also talk about the Blackhawks' trade from No. 20 to No. 18 overall, what to watch for at the NHL Scouting Combine in Buffalo, and predict the Stanley Cup Final between Edmonton and Florida.

Mark Eaton pleased with growth of prospects as Blackhawks prepare for next step in rebuild

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis interviews Blackhawks assistant GM and director of player development Mark Eaton to discuss the growth of the organization's prospects as the team prepares to take the next step in its rebuild. Eaton evaluates the seasons of Frank Nazar at Michigan, Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel at Minnesota, Gavin Hayes, Nick Lardis and Paul Ludwinski in the OHL, and which prospect could be flying under the radar. Plus, Eaton talks about the emergence of Alex Vlasic, why the off-ice development camp will continue, and his excitement level as he prepares for another infusion of talent at the 2024 NHL Draft.

Debating who Blackhawks should take at No. 2 overall in 2024 NHL Draft

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about Connor Bedard's hot start at the 2024 IIHF Men's World Championship and debate who the Blackhawks should take with the No. 2 overall pick between Ivan Demidov and Artyom Levshunov. Should positional need come into play? Plus, Charlie and James address the latest allegations against the Blackhawks, who are being sued by a former employee for breach of contract, fraud and sexual harassment.

Reacting to Blackhawks landing No. 2 pick in 2024 and interview with GM Kyle Davidson

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to the 2024 NHL Draft lottery results, which revealed that the Blackhawks will hold the No. 2 overall pick. Who could Chicago take in that spot? The guys discuss. Plus, an interview with GM Kyle Davidson, who talks about landing the No. 2 overall pick, the contract extensions of Lukas Reichel and Alex Vlasic, and how the rebuild is taking shape.

The Athletic’s Corey Pronman previews 2024 NHL Draft class ahead of lottery

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview The Athletic's NHL Draft expert Corey Pronman to preview the 2024 class ahead of the lottery. How good is Macklin Celebrini, and how does he compare to previous No. 1 overall picks? Pronman weighs in. Plus, if the Blackhawks pick in the 2-4 range, could they target one of the top defensemen? The guys wrap up the conversation by talking about how the Blackhawks could rank No. 1 among NHL pipelines after the 2024 NHL Draft.