Blackhawks Breakaway

Will Connor Bedard and Lukas Reichel succeed on a line together?

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.

Jimmy Waite on Arvid Söderblom’s ceiling, process behind mapping out starting goalie plan, and more

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 teammate and goaltending partner Darren Pang.

The Connor Bedard Show continues

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.

Is Connor Bedard starting to figure it out for Blackhawks?

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.

Blackhawks have ‘heart-to-heart’ in players-only meeting

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).

Connor Murphy on Connor Bedard mania, his mentorship role, and rapid fire Q&A

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 questions (12:16), such as his favorite cheat meal and what TV show he likes to watch but is reluctant to tell people.

Should the Blackhawks move Lukas Reichel back to the wing?

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)?

Blackhawks coach Luke Richardson is ’tired’ of moral victories

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 on the Frozen Frenzy (38:26).

Connor Bedard brings excitement back to United Center

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).

What power-play adjustments should the Blackhawks make?

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), and more.