Blackhawks Breakaway

John Scott predicts BIG things for Connor Bedard’s rookie season

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast Pat Boyle talks with former Blackhawk and new studio analyst for NBC Sports Chicago, John Scott. Scott talks about joining the "dark side" of the media world and how hosting "Dropping The Gloves" podcast has prepared him for this new venture. Scott weighs in on Connor Bedard's start to his NHL career, how veterans like Nick Foligno will help Bedard's transition and he makes a bold prediction about 98's rookie season. Scott also gives an update on the movie that's in the works about his incredible story of becoming the 2016 NHL All-Star MVP.

Breaking down final roster battles of Blackhawks training camp

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the final roster battles with a week left in training camp. The guys also discuss their takeaways from the two weekend preseason games, Connor Bedard's performance, Kevin Korchinski's future, and more. Plus, an injury update on Sam Savoie, who underwent successful surgery on his right femur.1:55 - Sam Savoie undergoes successful surgery on right femur4:30 - Takeaways from preseason action over the weekend12:25 - Breaking down the training camp battles on defense22:45 - Breaking down the training camp battles up front

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard wows the crowd in NHL preseason debut

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Connor Bedard's NHL preseason debut. Was Bedard being too hard on himself? Will his game translate quickly to the NHL level? Plus, the guys also discuss other standouts, which most notably includes Wyatt Kaiser.1:23 - Evaluating Bedard’s preseason debut7:53 - Bedard has been the last one to leave the rink at camp11:39 - Wyatt Kaiser continues to stand out

Tony Granato on joining NBC Sports Chicago, trying to recruit Connor Bedard, and more

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by longtime coach Tony Granato, who will be joining NBC Sports Chicago's studio team for the 2023-24 season as a Blackhawks analyst. Granato shares his background on coaching, growing up a Blackhawks fan as a Chicago-area native, his thoughts on Connor Bedard, the future of the Blackhawks, and much more.1:33 - Granato on his background and decision to join NBC Sports Chicago2:52 - Granato on trying to recruit Connor Bedard in college7:38 - Granato on Bedard's maturity and when he knew he would be a special NHL player12:30 - Granato on Lukas Reichel, the future of the Blackhawks and more27:00 - Granato on coaching Team USA at the Olympics

Jeff Greenberg departs, early line combos, and more from Day 1 of training camp

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis offer their takeaways from Day 1 of training camp. The guys discuss associate GM Jeff Greenberg's departure as he returns to baseball, Connor Bedard's linemates, how different camp felt with Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews, and more.1:09 - A packed Fifth Third Arena for Day 1 of camp3:16 - Injury updates, including on Taylor Hall4:24 - Connor Bedard's linemates10:52 - Why Seth Jones changed flex on stick21:32 - Training camp feels "different" without Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews32:45 - Jeff Greenberg leaves Blackhawks, hired by Detroit Tigers as GM42:55 - NBC Sports Chicago's new studio team

Connor Bedard’s special unofficial debut and 2023-24 training camp preview

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis put a bow on the 2023 Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase and discuss Connor Bedard's hat trick in his unofficial team debut. Plus, the guys offer their takeaways from GM Kyle Davidson's media availability before training camp.1:04 - Connor Bedard's special night in his unofficial Blackhawks debut10:31 - Drew Commesso, other standouts from prospect showcase13:20 - Where will Kevin Korchinski play this season?16:07 - Blackhawks will not name a captain for 2023-24 season26:00 - Lukas Reichel to start training camp at center, not wing

Kenny Albert opens up about new book: ’A Mic for All Seasons’

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Kenny Albert joins Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to talk about his new book titled: 'A Mic for All Seasons,' which comes out on Oct. 10. Albert reveals how he was a miracle baby after being born three months early. He also provides a behind-the-scenes look at his professional journey and shares never before told stories.2:30 - Albert on when he knew broadcasting was the career he wanted to pursue5:00 - Albert on being a miracle baby8:30 - Albert on his love for hockey at an early age14:50 - Albert shares a story about running into Joel Quenneville at dinner after the 2010 Stanley Cup19:15 - Albert on why he was late for a production meeting with Mike Ditka21:30 - Albert on the role his dad Marv Albert played in his broadcasting career29:14 - Albert on Connor Bedard, Blackhawks-Bruins on Oct. 11 on TNT

Danny Wirtz, Jaime Faulkner on number retirements, Connor Bedard, Chelsea Dagger and more

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, chairman/CEO Danny Wirtz and president of business operations join Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to talk about Connor Bedard and the start of a new era. They also discuss the new guidelines that will help guide number retirement decisions moving forward, whether Chelsea Dagger will be returning as the goal song, and much more.0:16 - Wirtz, Faulkner on the decision to retire Chris Chelios' No. 73:16 - The new guidelines that will help guide number retirement decisions moving forward6:32 - Wirtz on his new duties as he inherits chairman title7:57 - Faulkner, Wirtz on the Connor Bedard effect14:29 - Faulkner, Wirtz on the hiring of Darren Pang as TV color analyst19:36 - Faulkner, Wirtz on the Fifth Third Arena expansion project22:48 - Faulkner on the future of the goal song Chelsea Dagger

1-on-1 with Chris Chelios on Blackhawks retiring his No. 7

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Chris Chelios joins Charlie Roumeliotis to talk about the Blackhawks' decision to retire his No. 7 jersey and what it was like to have the surprise news delivered by his close friend Eddie Vedder during a Pearl Jam concert at the United Center. Plus, Chelios opens up about the meaning behind his No. 7, what his emotions might be like on Feb. 25 vs. Detroit, and much more.

ESPN’s John Buccigross on Connor Bedard mania, Darren Pang joining Blackhawks broadcast and more

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle catches up with ESPN's John Buccigross. Bucci explains how his role covering the NHL at ESPN started and what the network has in store for year three of their rights deal with the league. Buccigross also weighs in on the Connor Bedard mania, Darren Pang joining the Hawks broadcast team, and whether the NHL is doing a better job marketing their players. They also talk about Bucci's other passion, golf. Was Buccigross star-struck when he played golf with Bill Murray this summer?