Blackhawks Breakaway

Ep. 27: Assistant coach Mike Kitchen and Rockford head coach Ted Dent fired

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Tracey Myers and Pat Boyle discuss Stan Bowman’s season ending presser and the coaching dismissals of Mike Kitchen and Ted Dent. Plus, what are Bowman’s top three things on his off-season to do list?
Also, Tracey plays the Blackhawks roster game, part of their future or unclear.

Ep. 26: Does a core member of the Blackhawks need to be moved this summer?

On the Hawks Talk Podcast Steve Konroyd and Jamal Mayers join Pat Boyle to breakdown the Hawks disappointing first round playoff loss to Nashville.
Why did the top seed go down in four games? Was it more compete level or roster makeup?
The guys discuss if a member of the core group needs to be moved this summer, to free up salary for a playoff proven player.
They also rundown the young Hawks players on the roster and tell us if they are part of the team’s plan or if their future is unclear.

Ep. 25: How will the Blackhawks react to being on the brink of elimination?

CSN's Chris Boden and Tracey Myers reflect on the first three games of the playoff series against Nashville and how the Blackhawks have handled an 0-3 deficit in the past. Find out what it will take for the Hawks to make a comeback against the Predators.

Ep. 24: Hawks pushed to the brink in Nashville

Take a listen as Pat Boyle, Steve Konroyd and Jamal Mayers break down the Blackhawks third period collapse in Nashville. The guys debate whether Corey Crawford was interfered with on the Predators' second goal of the game. Plus, hear from Coach Q, Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane and Corey Crawford.

Ep. 23: What went wrong for Blackhawks in game two loss?

PAT, STEVE AND JAMAL BREAKDOWN GAME 2…WANT WENT WRONG, AND CAN THE HAWKS BOUNCE BACK ON MONDAY NIGHT, AND IN THE SERIES?
PLUS HEAR FROM TOEWS, KANE, CRAWFORD, AND QUENNEVILLE FROM THE UNITED CENTER.

Ep. 22: Blackhawks lose game one of the Stanley Cup Playoffs to Predators 1-0

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast CSN's Pat Boyle, Steve Konroyd, and Jamal Mayers break down Game 1 of the Blackhawks 1-0 loss to the Predators.
The guys debate the no delay-of-game call, which cost the Hawks a five-on-three opportunity, the Blackhawks lack of net front presence, and preview Game 2. What adjustments will they need to make to solve Pekka Rinne?

Ep. 21: Previewing Round 1 of Blackhawks-Predators

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Tracey Myers preview the first round match-up with the Predators. They discuss the return of Anisimov, Hayden and Tootoo on the 4th line and how this is the healthiest and most rested the Hawks have been in the playoffs since 2013.
Boyle also sat down with Tanner Kero on the eve of game 1 to talk about the forward's role vs Nashville.
They also discuss the Predators defenseman, led by PK Subban and how active they are in the offensive zone. Plus, the Hawks better be careful on the power play and how Corey Crawford has the upper hand over Pekka Rinne, no matter what happened back in 2015.

Ep. 20: What’s to blame for the Blackhawks’ struggles?

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd discuss the latest slump and how much does Artem Anisimov's injury play a role in their struggles?
Konroyd tells us he was surprised by Ryan Hartman's benching in Tampa.
The guys play the game, playoff minutes or press box minutes? They run through the players who are on the bubble when it comes to postseason play.
They also discuss the Hawks chances of overtaking Washington for the President's trophy.
Plus, Konroyd breaks down possible first round opponents: St Louis, Calgary and Nashville.

Ep. 19: Expectations for John Hayden in the playoffs

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Tracey Myers and Pat Boyle breakdown Tuesday’s controversial ending with Vancouver. They discuss whether Darling was interfered with on the game winning goal and did Toews deserve a penalty for running into Ryan Miller?
They also discuss the expectations for John Hayden and the tough lineup decisions at forward, that Joel Quenneville will have in the playoffs.
Tracey weighs in on who has been the more impressive goalie tandem, Crow and Emery in 2013 or this year's pair, Crow and Darling?

Ep. 18: Blackhawks Clinch Ninth Straight Playoff Berth

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle & Steve Konroyd discuss the teams latest run to the top of the Western Conference standings, plus the loss of Anisimov & the recent addition of John Hayden.
Konroyd also breaks down Nick Schmaltz's struggles in the faceoff circle, the Hawks pursuit of the President's trophy and the Minnesota Wild's recent losing skid.