Blackhawks Breakaway

Why did Eddie Olczyk leave the Blackhawks?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about Eddie Olczyk’s departure from the organization after 16 seasons as the team’s TV color analyst. Why did Edzo leave? He goes 1-on-1 with Pat on Unfiltered to discuss his decision. The guys also talk about potential replacements to be Chris Voster’s partner in the booth and more.2:00 - Initial thoughts on Eddie Olczyk's decision to leave Blackhawks7:10 - Pat goes 1-on-1 with Edzo on Unfiltered20:40 - What really happened during negotiations between Olczyk, Blackhawks?33:40 - Who could be Olczyk's replacement in the broadcast booth?

Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson has meeting with Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and James Neveau talk about GM Kyle Davidson's meeting with Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews. Will the two franchise icons finish their careers in Chicago or be playing elsewhere next season? The guys also discuss their takeaways from development camp and the winners and losers of free agency.1:30 - Takeaways from Kyle Davidson's meeting with Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews20:25 - Blackhawks make seven free-agent signings, including Andreas Athanasiou and Max Domi28:20 - Thoughts from Blackhawks development camp31:45 - Winners and losers from Day 1 of NHL free agency

Why Blackhawks are moving on from Dominik Kubalik, Dylan Strome

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau talk about why Dominik Kubalik and Dylan Strome were not tendered qualifying offers by the Blackhawks. The guys also discuss Henrik Borgstrom and Brett Connolly being bought out, Duncan Keith reportedly retiring, and Derek King being brought back as an assistant on head coach Luke Richardson's staff.2:00 - Thoughts on Blackhawks moving on from Dominik Kubalik and Dylan Strome10:20 - What could Strome's next contract look like?19:10 - Why the Blackhawks bought out the contracts of Borgstrom and Connolly24:25 - Duncan Keith is reportedly retiring, and why he's the greatest defenseman in franchise history39:30 - Former interim head coach Derek King will be back as an assistant

The rebuild is on after Blackhawks trade Kirby Dach, Alex DeBrincat

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and James Neveau recap a busy day on Day 1 of the NHL Draft that saw Chicago trade Kirby Dach and Alex DeBrincat and acquire three first-round picks. Plus, Charlie Roumeliotis joins the show from Montreal to offer his takeaways from GM Kyle Davidson's media availability and explain why the moves were made.

Will Alex DeBrincat be traded ahead of the 2022 NHL Draft?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and James Neveau weigh in on whether Alex DeBrincat will be traded ahead of the 2022 NHL Draft. The guys also discuss the futures of Kirby Dach, Dominik Kubalik, and Dylan Strome, and what else could happen between now and Thursday.1:00 - Will Alex DeBrincat be traded before Thursday's draft?16:00 - Will Dominik Kubalik and Dylan Strome be back with the Blackhawks?20:50 - What other trades could happen this week?23:10 - Could Kirby Dach be moved?

Interview with Luke Richardson and takeaways from press conference

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau react to head coach Luke Richardson's introductory press conference. Pat also goes 1-on-1 with Richardson to discuss his background, coaching philosophy, the identity he wants his Blackhawks team to have and much more.1:50 - Takeaways from Richardson's introductory press conference5:25 - Exclusive 1-on-1 interview with Richardson20:30 - What defensive zone structure should Richardson run?30:15 - Will Derek King be back with the Blackhawks in some capacity?33:50 - Will GM Kyle Davidson acquire a first-round pick in this year's draft?

Is Luke Richardson the right coach for Blackhawks’ rebuild?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and James Neveau discuss their thoughts on Chicago officially hiring Luke Richardson as its head coach. The guys touch on Richardson's background, his leadership qualities, and the identity he might try to set. Plus, reaction to the Colorado Avalanche winning the 2022 Stanley Cup and the lessons the Blackhawks could learn from it.

Mike Doneghey takeaways, front office moves and NHL Awards results

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau discuss their takeaways from new director of amateur scouting Mike Doneghey's interview on the previous episode. Plus, GM Kyle Davidson rounds out his hockey operations leadership team and makes a few front-office promotions. The guys wrap up the podcast with their thoughts on Colorado's controversial Game 4 overtime goal and the NHL Awards results.1:20 - Takeaways from Mike Doneghey interview11:15 - Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson finalizes his hockey ops leadership team18:05 - Colorado's controversial overtime goal in Game 4. Was it clearly a missed too many men on the ice call?30:05 - Breaking down the NHL Awards results

Interview with new Blackhawks director of amateur scouting Mike Doneghey

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis interview new director of amateur scouting Mike Doneghey, who had the interim tag removed in March. What is Doneghey's approach going into the 2022 NHL Draft? Is he expecting to gain a first-round pick? What kind of players will his staff try to identify? What goes into the process of trying to find hidden gems in the later rounds? Doneghey hits on all that and more.0:50 - Why Doneghey, Blackhawks are looking for speed players3:15 - Best player available or organizational need?4:40 - Doneghey is preparing for Blackhawks to have potential first-round pick, just in case7:00 - The depth of this year's draft class11:55 - The process of finding hidden gems in the later rounds of NHL Draft

Are Blackhawks, Lightning or Penguins best team in NHL’s cap era?

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis and James Neveau debate which team is the king of the NHL's cap era: Chicago, Pittsburgh or Tampa Bay? Plus, the guys discuss Patrick Kane's potential future with the Blackhawks if Alex DeBrincat is traded.1:15 - Which team is the best in NHL's cap era: Chicago, Pittsburgh or Tampa Bay?16:20 - Which core players would you rather have: Tampa Bay's current or Chicago's from 2009-15?23:40 - If the Blackhawks trade Alex DeBrincat, will Patrick Kane stick around for the rebuild?