Blackhawks Breakaway
Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis bring you the latest news, updates, and interviews from inside the locker room with the Chicago Blackhawks. Follow along all season as they Blackhawks take their next step on their quest for greatness. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
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Episodes
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
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 assess Connor Bedard’s start to the season and talk about possible adjustments (17:30).
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
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.
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
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.
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Friday Oct 06, 2023
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 that's in the works about his incredible story of becoming the 2016 NHL All-Star MVP.
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
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 femur4:30 - Takeaways from preseason action over the weekend12:25 - Breaking down the training camp battles on defense22:45 - Breaking down the training camp battles up front
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Friday Sep 29, 2023
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 debut7:53 - Bedard has been the last one to leave the rink at camp11:39 - Wyatt Kaiser continues to stand out
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
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 Chicago2:52 - Granato on trying to recruit Connor Bedard in college7:38 - Granato on Bedard's maturity and when he knew he would be a special NHL player12:30 - Granato on Lukas Reichel, the future of the Blackhawks and more27:00 - Granato on coaching Team USA at the Olympics
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
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 camp3:16 - Injury updates, including on Taylor Hall4:24 - Connor Bedard's linemates10:52 - Why Seth Jones changed flex on stick21:32 - Training camp feels "different" without Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews32:45 - Jeff Greenberg leaves Blackhawks, hired by Detroit Tigers as GM42:55 - NBC Sports Chicago's new studio team
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
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 debut10:31 - Drew Commesso, other standouts from prospect showcase13:20 - Where will Kevin Korchinski play this season?16:07 - Blackhawks will not name a captain for 2023-24 season26:00 - Lukas Reichel to start training camp at center, not wing
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
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 pursue5:00 - Albert on being a miracle baby8:30 - Albert on his love for hockey at an early age14:50 - Albert shares a story about running into Joel Quenneville at dinner after the 2010 Stanley Cup19:15 - Albert on why he was late for a production meeting with Mike Ditka21:30 - Albert on the role his dad Marv Albert played in his broadcasting career29:14 - Albert on Connor Bedard, Blackhawks-Bruins on Oct. 11 on TNT