How Kevin Lankinen has emerged as an NHL starting goalie

Even though the three-game winning streak has ended, the Blackhawks are continuing to develop and get better. Kevin Lankinen, who’s been a huge bright spot this season, sits down with Pat Boyle to discuss his emergence, recent play, and the development of the young core. Later in the podcast, Pat is joined by Steve Konroyd to break down what’s working for the Blackhawks, the crushing loss to Columbus, and whether the young players outperforming expectations.

(1:34) - Lankinen describes what the last month has been like for him

(2:50) - Getting along with the other goalies on the team while competing against them

(4:40) - The long list of great goalies from Finland

(8:30) - Lankinen on his journey to becoming starting NHL goaltender

(11:30) - Lankinen on starting a book club with over 17,000 members

(15:35) - Pat and Steve Konroyd break down the Columbus loss and three-game winning streak

(23:17) - Could Andrew Shaw retire after his most recent injury?