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Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis bring you the latest news, updates, and interviews from inside the locker room with the Chicago Blackhawks. Follow along all season as they Blackhawks take their next step on their quest for greatness. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Blackhawks Talk Podcast

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down a memorable weekend for the Blackhawks, highlighted by the return of longtime former captain Jonathan Toews. They discuss Toews receiving one of the loudest and longest ovations ever at the United Center and reflect on his lasting impact on the city of Chicago and the Blackhawks community.

Pat and Charlie also weigh in on Chicago Bears star quarterback Caleb Williams electrifying the crowd with his surprise front-row appearance alongside Cubs star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, adding to an already special atmosphere. They discuss the uniqueness of Chicago’s young sports stars showing support for one another.

Plus, the guys recap Centennial Celebration Night, which honored the Blackhawks’ Banner Years with tributes to the 2010, 2013 and 2015 Stanley Cup teams and featured more than 25 alumni in attendance along with the Stanley Cup itself.

Toews' welcome back, Caleb and PCA in the house, Banner Years on display

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down a wild week for the Blackhawks, as a stomach virus ripped through the locker room, including Connor Bedard. They explain just how bizarre Friday’s game was and also discuss Drew Commesso’s 36-save shutout in Nashville for his first career NHL win.

They also dive into Saturday’s Chicago sports frenzy and how the Blackhawks are capitalizing on the Chicago Bears’ playoff energy. Plus, they share their thoughts on whether Bedard could replace Brayden Point on Team Canada if Point’s injury keeps him out of the Olympics, Tyler Bertuzzi’s heater, the terrific special teams, and more.

Pat and Charlie later discuss Patrick Kane’s 500th career NHL goal with the Detroit Red Wings and his emotional postgame locker room speech, then look ahead to Saturday’s Centennial Celebration Night, which will feature more than 25 Stanley Cup winners in the building, before Jonathan Toews makes his return to the United Center on Monday for the first time as a visitor.

They wrap up the show with prospect updates on No. 3 overall pick Anton Frondell and 2023 second-round pick Roman Kantserov, who’s having a historically great season in the KHL.

Stomach bug, Bears buzz and Bedard’s return: a wild week for Blackhawks

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the looming return of Connor Bedard, who spoke to the media for the first time about his shoulder injury since Dec. 12. They also react to Bedard being left off Team Canada’s initial 25-man roster for the 2026 Olympics and examine his mature response and mindset.

Pat and Charlie also break down the Blackhawks’ 4-0-0 start to 2026, how the team has pulled within three points of a playoff spot, and the impressive play of the special teams. They wrap up the show by previewing Saturday’s Chicago sports frenzy, with the Blackhawks, Bears and Bulls all in action at the same time.

Connor Bedard on verge of return as Blackhawks remain undefeated in 2026

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ 4-1-1 stretch since the three-day holiday break and discuss why the time off came at the perfect moment for a team navigating the losses of Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar. The guys dive into head coach Jeff Blashill’s impact during a low point, including his use of positive reinforcement after the ugly 7-3 loss to Pittsburgh and why he felt it was necessary.

Pat and Charlie also discuss Tyler Bertuzzi’s hot streak, the veterans stepping up with Bedard and Nazar out, and the goaltending of Spencer Knight and Arvid Söderblom finding their form again.

The duo then weigh in on Bedard being left off Team Canada’s initial 25-man Olympic roster and explain why Blashill struck the perfect tone in defending his player. They also touch on Team USA’s roster and highlight notable omissions.

They wrap up the show by discussing whether there could be any fallout between the Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues on Wednesday night following Bedard’s injury on Dec. 12 in the last meeting.

How the Blackhawks flipped the script after the holiday break

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis provide an update on Connor Bedard, who was spotted skating on his own before practice for the first time since suffering a shoulder injury on Dec. 12. The guys also break down the weekend games in Dallas and Pittsburgh, discuss the team’s continued struggles in the second game of a back-to-back this season, and more.

Pat and Charlie also dive into head coach Jeff Blashill’s postgame comments, explaining why they believe he struck the right tone in expressing confidence in the group. The show continues with a look at the new lines at practice, including Nick Lardis skating alongside Teuvo Teravainen and Oliver Moore, and why the skill sets of Lardis and Teravainen could complement each other well.

Finally, Pat and Charlie wrap up the episode with prospect updates on Anton Frondell, Vaclav Nestrasil and AJ Spellacy, who are all off to strong starts at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship.

Connor Bedard sighting, Blackhawks back-to-back struggles continue, and more

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks being hit hard by the injury bug, with Frank Nazar sidelined for four weeks in addition to Connor Bedard already being out. They discuss the impact of their absences, who could step into expanded roles, and why Nick Lardis could be one of those players. 
 
The guys also dive into the seven total challenges over the last three games, attempt to clarify what constitutes as goaltender interference, and offer a solution for how the NHL could clean it up. 
 
To wrap things up, Pat and Charlie highlight the three Blackhawks prospects set to represent their countries at the 2026 World Juniors and share their Blackhawks-themed Christmas gifts.

Injury bug strikes again with Frank Nazar sidelined 4 weeks

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Connor Bedard’s upper-body injury, which he suffered with 0.8 seconds left in St. Louis, and discuss the latest update that he will be sidelined through at least December. The guys examine the impact the injury will have on the Blackhawks, how it could affect Bedard’s chances of making Team Canada’s Olympic roster, and more. They also discuss Nick Lardis’ NHL debut and how he could help fill the offensive void in the meantime.

Pat and Charlie also recap Laurent Brossoit’s AHL conditioning stint and discuss the plan moving forward after the Blackhawks placed him on waivers. Plus, they highlight Saturday’s memorable Centennial Celebration night, which featured the return of retired public address announcer Harvey Wittenberg, organist Frank Pellico, and soloist Wayne Messmer to help recreate the Chicago Stadium experience. And, of course, Patrick Kane was in town and put on a show in the first period.

How the Blackhawks move forward with Connor Bedard sidelined

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ bounce-back 3-0 shutout win over the New York Rangers after a rough end to their four-game road trip, where they were outscored by a combined 12 goals in Los Angeles and Anaheim.

Pat and Charlie discuss Spencer Knight’s 21-save shutout in front of Team USA head coach Mike Sullivan and make the case for his inclusion on Team USA’s 2026 Olympic roster. They also highlight another multi-point performance from Connor Bedard and explain why he deserves a spot on Team Canada — plus where they’d slot him in the lineup.

The guys also debate the NHL’s hand-pass rule, weigh in on Sam Rinzel’s AHL assignment and why it was necessary, and look ahead to Patrick Kane’s pursuit of 500 career goals as he prepares to face Chicago on Saturday night at the United Center.

Making the Olympic case for Connor Bedard and Spencer Knight

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks snapping their five-game winless skid with a comeback win over the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday. They dive into how the team flipped the script, rallying from a 3–0 deficit to score five unanswered, and discuss Connor Bedard’s four-point outing, including his fiery battle with former World Junior roommate Mason McTavish.

The guys also touch on Bedard’s growing case for Team Canada’s 2026 Olympic roster as the calendar turns to December, the Blackhawks somehow remaining in a playoff spot despite the recent skid, and the goaltending picture cooling off. They wrap by examining what Laurent Brossoit’s upcoming AHL conditioning stint might look like and previewing the four-game West Coast road trip ahead.

Connor Bedard, Blackhawks snap skid with wild comeback win

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Chicago’s three-game losing streak and explain why Sunday’s 1–0 loss to the first-place Colorado Avalanche was still a step in the right direction. They also discuss Connor Bedard’s matchup against Nathan MacKinnon’s line with a member of Team Canada’s management group for the 2026 Olympics in attendance and weigh in on the questionable officiating we’ve seen lately.

Pat and Charlie react to NHL Insider Frank Seravalli’s latest reporting on Bedard’s contract negotiations and share their thoughts on the early projections. They also dive into the viral video of Bedard being swarmed by autograph-chasing resellers and defend Bedard in the process.

The guys wrap up the episode by offering three Blackhawks-themed things they’re thankful for.

Connor Bedard neutralizes Nathan MacKinnon, latest contract projections, and more

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis goes 1-on-1 with Jonathan Toews ahead of his 1,000th NHL game. What does the milestone mean to him and did he ever doubt he'd get there after missing last season with an illness? Plus, we dive into some of his career highlights, who gave him the Captain Serious nickname, how long he wants to keep playing for and much more.

1:00 - Toews on what he remembers about his first NHL game

2:15 - What hitting the 1,000-game mark means to Toews

5:15 - Reflecting on Toews' accomplishments

7:35 - Who gave Toews the 'Captain Serious' nickname?

9:05 - The story behind Toews tearing his MCL in Game 6 against Philadelphia in 2010

10:30 - What it felt like to hoist the Stanley Cup for the first time

11:15 - The proudest moment of Toews' career

13:10 - How long does Toews hope to keep playing for?

1-on-1 with Jonathan Toews ahead of 1,000th career NHL game

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