Blackhawks Breakaway

What was it like coaching during the ’90s Bulls era

Chicago in the '90s was all about Michael Jordan and the Bulls, so what was it like for the other major teams during that time? Host Laurence Holmes discusses this with four coaches who led teams in the shadow of the Bulls during that time. From the Blackhawks former coach Craig Hartsburg, from the Cubs Jim Riggleman, from the White Sox Gene Lamont, and from the Bears Dave Wannstedt, all come together to discuss one of the most important times in Chicago sports history.(0:43) - During the early '90s the White Sox had a shot at a World Series(7:02) - Are there universal rules across sports to coaching a great player like Jordan(14:34) - Was there pressure for Jim Riggleman and the Cubs to win because of the Bulls(21:55) - Difficulties coaching in the same building as the Bulls for then new Blackhawks coach Craig Hartsburg(28:15) - Favorite Jordan story or moment

Front office update and a ”Last Dance” Blackhawks documentary

Host Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis and Slavko Bekovic to discuss what steps the Blackhawks are taking to evaluate their front office and what does the timeline look like for them to fill the role left by John McDonough. Later on, the crew answers a question from the voicemail on what would a "Last Dance" documentary of the Cup winning Blackhawks look like.(1:20) - Status update on the Hawks' movement in the front office(6:10) - How will the Hawks handle the NHL draft?(13:06) - What would a "Last Dance" doc on the Hawks look like?(19:15) - Comparisons between the Hawks and the Last Dance Bulls(25:45) - What behind the scenes moment would you want to see in a documentary(31:00) - Should the NHL be looking to actually do a documentary on the Hawks

Coach Joel Quenneville on what could have been during the Cup runs

Stanley Cup champion and former coach of the Blackhawks, Joel Quenneville joins the podcast with host Pat Boyle and David Kaplan, to discuss how he is handling the quarantine, remembering the Championship runs and which was his favorite, and they get into what made those Cup teams special and what could have been if it weren't for the salary cap.(2:23) - Thoughts on people getting a chance to re-watch the championship runs on tv(5:32) - Was the last championship run similar to the Bulls' "Last Dance" and what could have been if the team stayed together(9:36) - Quenneville's favorite championship run(12:00) - How does Quenneville remember his time in Chicago

Brent Seabrook update and a 2010 Hawks reunion

In a jam packed episode, host Pat Boyle is joined by Eddie Olczyk as they interview Brent Seabrook on his health and how he's dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Later on in the pod, Pat and Eddie discuss the 2010 Stanley Cup winning Blackhawks with a few Hawks that were on the team, Troy Brouwer, Andrew Laad, Dave Bolland, and Kris Versteeg.(0:56) - Brent Seabrook gives an update on his health and what's next as he works his way back(3:35) - Seabrook selects the best Cup winning Hawks team(7:48) - Blackhawks 2010 reunion(11:30) - The moment they knew they had a chance at the Cup in 2010(15:34) - Who was the most underrated player that helped them win the Cup(21:05) - The impact of Dustin Byfuglien on the 2010 Hawks

Who will replace John McDonough as President of the Hawks

It has been a few days since the Blackhawks released president John McDonough and now the search begins for his replacement. Host Pat Boyle is joined by Insider Charlie Roumeliotis and Scott King, as they discuss the possible candidates. Later on in the pod, they discuss the need for players to stay connected with fans during this time.(1:08) - Is there any more clarity on why McDonough was let go(8:20) - Will there be a front office structure change(9:28) - Who could be a candidate to replace McDonough(18:33) - Could GM Stan Bowman throw his hat in the running(25:28) - How long will the search take for a new President(30:54) - Should players interact with fans like P.K. Subban has

Why did the Blackhawks release President John McDonough

In an emergency edition of the Blackhawks talk podcast, owner of the Hawks Rocky Wirtz sent out a statement that the Hawks have released President John McDonough. Host Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, and Slavko Bekovic discuss what may have happened and the legacy of John McDonough.(1:25) - Rocky Wirtz explained in March that he was happy with the direction of the team(7:30) - Is this the start of a major overhaul in the Hawks organization(13:30) - Is the President of the Hawks a coveted job around the league(19:00) - The legacy of John McDonough(23:16) - McDonough's impact on the Hawks franchise

Options the NHL is considering to restart the season

The NHL and commissioner Gary Bettman are still trying to find ways and figure out scenarios to restart the season. Host Pat Boyle is joined by NBCS Chicago Blackhawks content team of Charlie Roumeliotis, Nick Gismondi, Scott King, and Slavko Bekovic to discuss the options the NHL has considered, and they take a couple of your mailbag questions.(1:18) - Playing the remainder of the season in remote locations based on division(9:16) - Commissioner Gary Bettman speaks on some solutions(20:30) - Will the NHL finish the regular season or go straight to a unique playoff?(28:55) - Who would the Hawks most likely buy out(38:50) - Shoutout to the good people are doing during the pandemic

Steve Larmer on his streak of 11yrs without missing a game

Host Pat Boyle is joined by former Blackhawk and Stanley Cup champion with the New York Rangers Steve Larmer to discuss his crazy streak of 11yrs without missing a game, his first time coming back to the Chicago Stadium to play against the Hawks, and what it's like to wait for a call for the Hall of Fame.(2:50) - Did Larmer cross paths with Michael Jordan(6:45) - Is the 11yrs without missing a game streak his proudest accomplishment?(12:06) - How was Larmer's relationship with former Rangers coach Mike Keenan(17:08) - Should his number 28 sweater be retired in Chicago?(19:30) - What was is like watching the Hawks win 3 Cups

Is there a chance hockey will return in the summer

Host Pat Boyle is joined by the NBCS Chicago Blackhawks content team of Charlie Roumeliotis, Scott King, Nick Gismondi, and Slavko Bekovic as they discuss the chances that hockey gets played in the summer, what it would look like if played in the summer, and they also take a few calls from the voicemail.(1:30) - Level of optimism that hockey will return in the summer(10:40) - How would the playoffs look with a shortened season?(22:22) - Takeaways from Elliotte Friedman interview from the Blackhawks Talk Pod last week(28:08) - Debate: Which championship Hawks team was the best(40:20) - Will there be a compliance buyout for teams with the work stoppage(44:46) - If the Hawks don't make the playoffs will there be front office changes like the Bulls

Bryan Bickell picks the best Hawks championship team

The Hawks Stanley Cup teams in 2010, 2013, and 2015 dominated the decade. But which team was the best of all? Bryan Bickell who was with the team, joins host Pat Boyle to discuss which team was the best, what he's doing during the pandemic to stay busy, and does it bother him that his name isn't on the 2010 trophy.(1:30) - Bickell discusses what he's been doing during the pandemic(4:10) - Update on Bickell's health(7:40) - Bickell on being called up on the 2010 championship team(9:20) - Does is bother Bickell that his name isn't on the 2010 Cup?(11:30) - Is there 1 championship team that's better than the others and why?(16:30) - Who does Bickell keep in touch with on the Hawks