Blackhawks Breakaway

Thoughts on Patrick Kane’s candid comments on Tarasenko trade to Rangers

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau share their thoughts on Patrick Kane's candid comments on the Vladimir Tarasenko trade to Rangers and why Kane feels his nagging hip injury is overblown. Plus, the guys offer their takeaways from Pat's radio interview with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, how the eventual Jakob Chychrun trade could impact the market for Jake McCabe, and a shoutout to the Blackhawks' 2022 draft class, which is thriving early on.2:37 - Thoughts on Patrick Kane's candid comments on Vladimir Tarasenko trade to Rangers21:27 - Takeaways from Pat's radio interview with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman32:20 - How eventual Jakob Chychrun trade could impact Jake McCabe, Blackhawks38:08 - Blackhawks 2022 draft class is thriving

What now for Patrick Kane, Blackhawks after Rangers acquire Vladimir Tarasenko?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau weigh in on how the Vladimir Tarasenko blockbuster trade to the New York Rangers impacts Patrick Kane and the Blackhawks. Could Kane stay in Chicago beyond the March 3 trade deadline? If the Rangers are out of the running, what options does Kane have? Plus, an update on Jonathan Toews, whether the NHL will ever get close to the NBA when it comes to player movement and much more.0:37 - Update on Jonathan Toews6:05 - How Vladimir Tarasenko trade to Rangers impacts Patrick Kane, Blackhawks30:22 - Will the NHL ever get close to the NBA when it comes to player movement?46:37 - Jarred Tinordi is a warrior

How Blackhawks are preparing for possibility of life without Kane, Toews

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the potential intriguing possibilities for Patrick Kane with the trade deadline less than a month away. The guys also talk about the most notable items from Blackhawks CEO Danny Wirtz and president of business operations Jaime Faulkner's media briefing, and how the organization is preparing for the possibility of life without Kane and Jonathan Toews.0:00 - Injury updates6:50 - Patrick Kane intrigued by potential opportunities ahead of trade deadline16:50 - Takeaways from media briefing with Jaime Faulkner and Danny Wirtz32:34 - February is a big month for The Tank

Mailbag: How many Blackhawks will be traded before the deadline?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau answer your mailbag questions. How many players will get moved before the trade deadline? What's a realistic timeline of the Blackhawks playing competitive hockey? Any chance Alex DeBrincat returns to Chicago? What's the potential market for Patrick Kane after the Bo Horvat trade? The guys answer all that and much more.0:00 - Who are some names to keep an eye on in the late first round/early second round in 2023?7:30 - How many Blackhawks will get moved before the deadline?11:27 - What's the potential trade market for Patrick Kane?18:34 - If the Blackhawks get Connor Bedard, what's a realistic timeline of the Blackhawks playing competitive hockey again?28:28 - Is there a chance Auston Matthews to the Blackhawks in 2024 can actually happen?40:00 - Other than Kevin Korchinski, which Blackhawks defenseman prospect has the highest ceiling at the NHL level?43:23 - Could the Blackhawks look to keep Max Domi around?48:08 - NHL Skills Competition talk

The complicated legacy of Bobby Hull, who dies at 84

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about the passing of Bobby Hull, who's the all-time leading goal scorer in franchise history. The guys weigh in on his complicated legacy.

Which Blackhawks outside of Kane and Toews could garner trade interest?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau on the Blackhawks winning seven of their last 10 games and whether there's no tanking in the NHL. The guys also talk about Jaxson Stauber's first two NHL starts and where he fits into the depth chart moving forward. Plus, the latest update on Alex Stalock and which Blackhawks outside of Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews could garner trade interest?0:00 - No tanking? Blackhawks win 7 of 10 games2:22 - Patrick Kane was flying against Calgary5:00 - Thoughts on Jaxson Stauber and where he might fit into the depth chart moving forward12:25 - The latest on Blackhawks goaltender Alex Stalock17:43 - Outside of Kane and Toews, which other Blackhawks could garner trade interest?

Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson joins the pregame show for interview

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau break down Sunday's snoozefest against Los Angeles. The guys also talk about Patrick Kane going back-to-back games without a shot on goal, the Tyler Johnson injury and why the Blackhawks haven't gotten many power plays lately. Plus, the full interview with Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson from the pregame show and reacting to his comments.00:00 - Breaking down Sunday's snoozefest3:52 - Why aren't the Blackhawks getting power plays?8:40 - Tyler Johnson reaggravates ankle injury18:20 - Full interview with Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson on pregame show27:20 - Reacting to Davidson's comments38:21 - What the heck is going on in Vancouver?

Are the Blackhawks ruining the tank?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about whether the Blackhawks are screwing up the tank after winning five of six games. They also discuss Seth Jones turning a corner, the decision to reassign Lukas Reichel to Rockford and why the NHL should move away from a hard salary cap. Plus, the guys react to the Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews sit-down interviews and what the market could be for them at the trade deadline.0:00 - Are the Blackhawks ruining the tank?6:06 - Seth Jones is turning a corner13:43 - Reaction to Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews sit-down interviews30:24 - What could the market be for Toews?37:40 - Why the NHL should move away from a hard salary cap46:14 - Agree or disagree with the decision to send Lukas Reichel back to Rockford?

1-on-1 exclusive: Jonathan Toews trying to enjoy being Blackhawk for ’as long as I can’

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis goes 1-on-1 with Jonathan Toews to discuss his potential future ahead of the March 3 trade deadline, why he's trying to soak in being a Blackhawk for as long as he can, how much he talks to Patrick Kane about the future, whether he thinks Luke Richardson is the right head coach for Chicago's rebuild and much more.00:00 - Toews on the morale after stringing together consecutive wins1:49 - Toews on how mentally challenging this season has been for him3:49 - Toews on what his conversations with GM Kyle Davidson will be like5:00 - Toews on whether Patrick Kane's decision about the future could affect his6:50 - Toews on how he's embraced mentorship role as captain9:14 - Toews on the job Luke Richardson has done and whether he's the right coach for the rebuild11:09 - Toews on whether he's enjoying the process of soaking in every moment this season

1-on-1 exclusive: Patrick Kane expects to meet with GM Kyle Davidson soon about future

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle goes 1-on-1 with Patrick Kane to discuss his injury status, future as the March 3 trade deadline approaches, how good Connor Bedard is, how much he talks to Jonathan Toews about the future and much more.00:00 - Kane on Lukas Reichel looking like a different player4:20 - Kane on his lower-body injury5:30 - Kane on just how good Connor Bedard is8:30 - Kane on how he's handled the mental challenge of losing9:30 - Kane on trying to stay in the moment, conversations with agent and GM Kyle Davidson11:14 - Kane on whether he talks to Toews about the future14:17 - Kane on the support Amanda has given him as he prepares to make decision about future