Blackhawks Breakaway

Jonathan Toews won’t be traded, and vintage Patrick Kane puts on show

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about Jonathan Toews taking a step back from the team for health reasons and why he's not expected to be traded ahead of the March 3 trade deadline. Plus, vintage Patrick Kane puts on a show in what could be one of his final games at the United Center with the Blackhawks and why it was a message to teams across the league that he's still a game-breaker. The guys also talk about Alex Stalock's return to practice, Jaxson Stauber's hot start, and Cole Guttman scoring his first career NHL goal.1:25 - Jonathan Toews takes a step back from the team for health reasons9:20 - Vintage Patrick Kane puts on show in what could be one of his final games with Blackhawks at United Center18:40 - Next steps for Kane32:35 - Tankathon update34:15 - Alex Stalock finally practicing, and what to make of Jaxson Stauber's run37:45 - Cole Guttman scores memorable first career NHL goal

Are the trade deadline rumors affecting Patrick Kane, Blackhawks?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau discuss whether the trade deadline rumors are affecting Patrick Kane and the Blackhawks. Plus, when do you expect to see the Blackhawks make their first trade? Will most of their moves happen on deadline day? Also, the guys talk about the Blackhawks facing Alex DeBrincat for the first time since the offseason trade and Brandon Hagel's dad's comments about the trade out of Chicago.0:30 - Are the trade deadline rumors affecting Patrick Kane and the Blackhawks?12:25 - Alex DeBrincat and Kane miss playing with each other18:00 - When will the Blackhawks make their first move?36:15 - Reaction to Brandon Hagel's dad calling the Blackhawks "a dumpster fire"

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?