Blackhawks Breakaway

Where will Patrick Kane play in 2023-24 after early exit with Rangers?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about where Patrick Kane might play in 2023-24 after the New York Rangers' early exit in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Plus, the guys recap a chaotic first round, debate their early Conn Smythe Trophy front-runners, and make their second-round predictions.1:30 - Recapping one of the more entertaining first rounds in recent memory19:20 - Who is the Conn Smythe Trophy front-runner after the first round?25:20 - Where will Patrick Kane play in 2023-24?37:35 - Second round predictions

Interview with Rockford IceHogs head coach Anders Sorensen

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau interview Rockford IceHogs head coach Anders Sorensen to recap the regular season and preview the Calder Cup Playoffs. Plus, Sorensen talks about Lukas Reichel's progression, why he thinks Isaak Phillips and Alex Vlasic will be "studs," whether Arvid Soderblom has the potential to be a No. 1 starter in the NHL, and much more.1:10 - Sorensen on the challenge of the regular season with so many injuries and call-ups9:45 - Sorensen on the importance of David Gust, Brett Seney to serve as strong supporting cast for younger players12:00 - Sorensen on Lukas Reichel's progression15:20 - Sorensen on why he thinks Isaak Phillips and Alex Vlasic will be "studs" with the Blackhawks19:10 - Sorensen on whether he believes Arvid Soderblom can be a No. 1 goaltender in the NHL20:00 - Sorensen on his communication, relationship with Luke Richardson

First-round surprises, how former Blackhawks are faring in playoffs, and more

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about their biggest surprises in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Plus, the guys weigh in on the most intriguing series, which former Blackhawks have caught their eye, what's up with the NHL officiating and their not-so-bold predictions — are the Toronto Maple Leafs for real?1:00 - Biggest surprise so far in the first round of the playoffs?13:15 - Most intriguing series of the first round?18:30 - Which former Blackhawk is catching your eye in the playoffs?23:50 - What's up with the NHL officiating?33:00 - Not-so-bold prediction of the first round

Which pending UFAs, RFAs should Blackhawks bring back in 2023-24?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau dive into Chicago's pending restricted and unrestricted free agents and play a game of "bring back" or "let go." What will Philipp Kurashev's next contract look like? Will Andreas Athanasiou and Caleb Jones be back?1:10 - Bring back or let go: Andreas Athanasiou (UFA)4:20 - Bring back or let go: Jujhar Khaira (UFA)5:25 - Bring back or let go: Buddy Robinson (UFA)6:08 - Bring back or let go: Andreas Englund (UFA)8:40 - Bring back or let go: Alex Stalock (UFA)10:00 - Bring back or let go: Anders Bjork (RFA)11:30 - Bring back or let go: Austin Wagner (RFA)12:25 - Bring back or let go: Philipp Kurashev (RFA)13:45 - Bring back or let go: Caleb Jones (RFA)15:20 - Bring back or let go: Ian Mitchell (RFA)16:15 - Bring back or let go: Joey Anderson (RFA)17:35 - Bring back or let go: Arvid Soderblom (RFA)18:35 - Bring back or let go: Alec Regula (RFA)

Takeaways from Blackhawks exit interviews, first-round playoff picks

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau tie up some loose ends and offer their takeaways from Chicago's exit interviews. Plus, the guys give their first-round predictions of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs.1:00 - Takeaways from Alex Stalock's exit interview4:40 - Takeaways from Andreas Athanasiou's exit interview11:25 - Takeaways from Jujhar Khaira's exit interview14:00 - Takeaways from Seth Jones' exit interview22:40 - Takeaways from Connor Murphy's exit interview25:50 - Takeaways from Jarred Tinordi's exit interview28:15 - Could Blackhawks associate GM Jeff Greenberg and former Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman be on the Pittsburgh Penguins' radar?32:20 - First-round predictions of Stanley Cup Playoffs

Jonathan Toews plays last game with Blackhawks as season comes to close

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about Jonathan Toews playing his last game with the Blackhawks as the 2022-23 season officially comes to a close. Plus, our favorite No. 19 moments and what his potential future looks like.1:11 - Jonathan Toews plays final game with Blackhawks7:06 - Toews on Blackhawks not offering him a contract25:44 - Toews on the emotions of his last game in Chicago33:34 - Will Toews continue playing or will he retire?38:47 - Our favorite Toews moments

Tank update and Blackhawks 2022-23 season awards

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis provide a tank update and hand out their team awards for the 2022-23 season, including best offensive player, defensive player, inspirational player, comeback player, most improved player and more. Plus, the guys weigh in on Jonathan Toews having a goal overturned in what could have been his second-to-last home game.1:00 - Blackhawks let the lead slip away against Minnesota4:00 - Did you agree with the Jonathan Toews goal being overturned?7:37 - Marcus Foligno's wake-up call to Wild10:47 - The Katchouk-Khaira-Anderson line continues to shine14:36 - Tank update25:00 - Rockford IceHogs trying to stave off Chicago Wolves in playoff race28:30 - Blackhawks 2022-23 end-of-season awards

Should the NHL tweak its draft lottery system?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis weigh in on the NHL's draft lottery system and whether they would make changes to it. Plus, a Frozen Four update and the possibility of this being the final week for Jonathan Toews with the Blackhawks.1:00 - Should the NHL make more changes to its draft lottery system?29:06 - Will this be the final week for Jonathan Toews with the Blackhawks?42:33 - Frozen Four update

Jonathan Toews makes early return, IceHogs trying to hang on to playoff spot and more

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about Jonathan Toews making a surprise early return on Saturday. Plus, the Rockford IceHogs are fighting to keep their spot in the Calder Cup Playoffs, the Blackhawks got some favorable scores across the NHL over the weekend, and much more.2:47 - Jonathan Toews makes surprise early return on Saturday10:00 - Toews said he's not near making a decision on retirement19:20 - Rockford IceHogs trying to hang on to a playoff spot26:00 - Blackhawks continue to lock up prospects, including Gavin Hayes28:45 - Standings watching and another Tankathon spin

Jonathan Toews: ’Could be my last few weeks’ with Blackhawks

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about Jonathan Toews opening up about his illness and whether this could be his final few weeks with the Blackhawks and his playing career. The guys also discuss the Blackhawks finally moving into dead last with less than two weeks to go in the regular season.1:25 - Jonathan Toews opens up about his illness10:50 - Toews admits this could be his final weeks with Blackhawks17:28 - Blackhawks move into sole possession of 32nd