CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast

What should the Chicago Blackhawks realistically expect from Anton Frondell in his first NHL season? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down Frondell's game, where he will fit into Chicago's lineup and what a successful season could look like for him in his first full season in Chicago.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

The Chicago Blackhawks open the 2026-27 preseason with an overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down the game, including a great Kevin Korchinski snipe that was tipped in by Dominic Toninato and a goal from Dillon Boucher. The guys recap Chicago's first game action of the preseason and take a look at what stood out from the night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

Is Teuvo Teravainen the odd man out for the Chicago Blackhawks? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down Jeff Blashill's comments on Teravainen and discuss where he fits into the Blackhawks lineup. Plus, the guys have an exclusive interview with Kevin Korchinski and react to the latest from training camp before the first preseason game tomorrow against the Minnesota Wild. Hosted by Simplecast, a...

Go inside the locker room at Chicago Blackhawks Training Camp with exclusive interviews from Oliver Moore, Nick Lardis and Kevin Korchinski and a normal press press conference from Jeff Blashill. The three young Blackhawks talk about their games, their experiences at camp and getting ready for the 2026-27 season.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

Chicago Blackhawks hockey is officially BACK! Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen break down everything they saw from Day 1 of training camp as the Blackhawks begin preparations for their first preseason game Saturday. Plus, hear from Kyle Davidson, Patrick Kane and Roman Kantserov and more inside the locker room as they discuss the start of camp, the team's expectations and getting ready...

The Chicago Blackhawks are officially gearing up for the 2026-27 season. GM Kyle Davidson and head coach Jeff Blashill speak to the media ahead of the season, answering questions about the team's lineup, offseason additions and what they expect from the Blackhawks this year. Davidson and Blashill also discuss the team's goals, roster competition and what they want to see as Chicago prepares to beg...

The Chicago Blackhawks are officially back for Day 1 of training camp! Hear from Patrick Kane, Bowen Byram, Anton Frondell, Roman Kantserov and Spencer Knight as they react to the first day on the ice and getting ready for the 2026-27 season. The Blackhawks are just days away from their first preseason game, and the players share their thoughts on the start of camp, competition for roster spots an...

The Chicago Blackhawks close out the Prospect Showcase with a dominant 5-2 win over the St. Louis Blues! Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen recap the final two days and highlight AJ Spellacy and Martin Misiak, who stood out throughout the showcase. Plus, the guys look ahead to Blackhawks training camp, which gets underway Thursday, and discuss what they’ll be watching for as Chicago's pr...

Connor Bedard is the next Captain of the Chicago Blackhawks! Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen break down the massive announcement and what it means for Bedard, the Blackhawks and the next chapter of Chicago hockey. The guys discuss why the Blackhawks chose Bedard, what kind of captain he can become and what this moment means for the franchise moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

Connor Bedard speaks to the media for the first time after being named the 37th captain in Chicago Blackhawks history. Bedard reacts to the honor, what wearing the captain's “C” means to him and taking on a new leadership role with the Blackhawks. Hear everything Bedard, Danny Wirtz, Kyle Davidson & Jeff Blashill had to say about Bedard becoming Chicago's captain and leading the team into the...

What will the Chicago Blackhawks' identity look like in 2026-27? Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen break down what finding an identity means for this team heading into the new season and answer your latest Mailbag questions. Plus, Rockford IceHogs GM Mark Bernard joins the show to discuss what he's looking for from the Blackhawks prospects during the Prospect Showcase and what could sta...

The Chicago Blackhawks prospects are back on the ice for Day 2 of the Prospect Showcase! Hear from Ryan Roobroeck, Martin Misiak, Adam Gajan, Ashton Cumby, Taige Harding, Paul Ludwinski and Rockford IceHogs head coach Jared Nightingale as they reflect on another day of showcase action. The prospects discuss their performances, the competition and what they're looking to accomplish as they prepare...

Patrick Kane is back in Chicago, but what should the Blackhawks realistically expect from him in 2026-27? Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen break down Kane's role, potential production and what a successful return season could look like for the longtime Blackhawks star. After signing a two-year deal to return to Chicago, how much can Kane still bring to this team both on and off the ice...

The Chicago Blackhawks prospects are back on the ice for Day 1 of the Prospect Showcase! Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen break down what they saw from AJ Spellacy, Marek Vanacker, Sacha Boisvert, Jaren Nightingale and more as the next wave of Blackhawks talent takes the ice. Plus, the guys have the latest on Connor Bedard's return to the ice, including how he looks shooting the puck a...

The Chicago Blackhawks' prospects hit the ice for their first practice of the 2026 Prospect Showcase! Hear from AJ Spellacy, Marek Vanacker, Sacha Boisvert, Ty Henry, Jaren Nightingale and more following Day 1 of showcase action. Get their thoughts on the first day on the ice, the opportunity to compete and what they're looking to show throughout the Prospect Showcase.   Hosted by Simplecast,...

The Chicago Blackhawks Prospect Showcase is here! Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen preview the showcase and discuss which Chicago prospects they’re most excited to see, the players who could make a big impression, and the biggest storylines to watch. With showcase practices beginning tomorrow and prospect games against the St. Louis Blues coming next week, the guys break down what they...

Kantserov, Nazar and Kane are already getting some practice time together at the Blackhawks' informal skates. Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen break down what the trio could look like together and whether this is a potential line we could see when the 2026-27 season begins. Plus, the guys play “Who Does He Play For?” and see how well they know the NHL heading into the new season. Can J...

CONNOR BEDARD IS BACK ON THE ICE! The Blackhawks forward is skating in Chicago as he continues his recovery from shoulder surgery, and Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi, and Greg Boysen break down how he looks and what this latest step means for his return. Patrick Kane is also back on the ice with Bedard as the Blackhawks continue preparations for the 2026-27 season. Plus, the guys answer YOUR Mailbag...

Bowen Byram is coming to Chicago with some BIG expectations. After being acquired by the Blackhawks and signing a six-year, $75 million extension, what should Chicago realistically expect from its new No. 1 defenseman in 2026-27? In this CHGO Blackhawks Mini Pod, we break down the expectations for Byram heading into his first season in Chicago and what he needs to do to live up to the massive inve...

Anton Frondell has his sights set on the playoffs. The Blackhawks forward says his goal for the 2026-27 season is to help Chicago get back to the postseason, and Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen break down what that means for the young team. Plus, Mario and Greg go through the full Blackhawks roster for EA's NHL 27 and discuss Kevin Korchinski’s new offseason approach heading into training camp. Ho...

Training camp is right around the corner, and the Chicago Blackhawks have plenty of roster battles to sort out. Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen break down the biggest questions, including who makes the top six, who wins the backup goaltending job, how the power play and penalty kill units could look, and who earns the final roster spot. Which players have the most to prove when camp opens?  ...

The Chicago Blackhawks open training camp in just over two weeks and will do so without Connor Bedard to begin the year. Centermen Frank Nazar and Anton Frondell have been the assumed top two options to replace Bedard while he is recovering from shoulder surgery, but could rookie Roman Kantserov actually begin the year in Bedard’s place at the top of the lineup? Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen dis...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 Hockey is close! 5:00 What if Kane & Nazar click? 17:00 Prospect Showcase Talk 34:00 New center ice 42:00 New look Chicago Steel uniforms 51:00 Super Chats What if, while Connor Bedard is nursing his injury, Patrick Kane and Frank Nazar become perfect linemates? The CHGO Blackhawks crew answer a Diehard Mailbag question about that scenario. Plus, center ice will have a new loo...

Kevin Korchinski has re-signed with the Chicago Blackhawks on a new two-year contract! Mario Tirabassi goes solo to break down the deal, what it means for Korchinski, and where he fits on Chicago's blue line heading into the 2026-27 season. Plus, Mario compares Cale Makar's new deal to Bowen Byram's contract, gets into the Blackhawks upcoming prospect showcase, Connor Bedard's No. 44 ranking, Stev...

Who sits at the top of the Chicago Blackhawks' prospect pyramid? Mario Tirabassi has put together his own player pyramid, ranking every Blackhawks prospect, from the players closest to becoming NHL stars to the prospects still climbing their way up the organization. Mario breaks down the biggest risers, fallers, surprises and tough decisions that went into building his pyramid.    Hosted by Simple...