CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter Calgary rewarded their young star goaltender, Dustin Wolf, with a seven-year, $7.5 million AAV contract. What could it mean for Blackhawks goaltender Spencer Knight, who is due to be a restricted free agent after the 2025-26 season? Join Greg Boysen and Jay Zawaski as they break it down, and answer your mailbag questions on the of eve...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter Tom Kurver's annual Prospect Showcase is this weekend, and while Anton Frondell and Mason West won't be in attendance for the Blackhawks, Artyom Levshunov and Sam Rinzel will! We'll share our expectations for the tournament, reveal the full roster, and answer your Mailbag Monday questions on today's CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. An ALLCITY...

The inaugural class of the Blackhawks Hall of Fame has been announced. Franchise legends Duncan Keith (2005-21) and Steve Larmer (1980-93) will be inducted in April 11th when the Hawks face the Bruins. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi react to the news, and dissect who might be in the next class. Mario also reveals his roster prediction, while Jay rants about EA's disastrous launch of NHL26. Hosted...

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, we're pleased to welcome former NHL player, coach, and analyst Tony Granato to the show. We'll chat with Tony about his thoughts on the 2025-26 Blackhawks, what it was like playing with Wayne Gretzky, and what Blackhawks fans can expect from new head coach Jeff Blashill. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collec...

On today’s CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi ask what could be holding up the new contract extension needed for Wyatt Kaiser? Plus, more Mailbag Monday leftovers and Anton Frondell scored a preseason goal! An ALLCITY Network Production Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adver...

It's Mailbag Monday on CHGO Blackhawks. This week, we're asked which prospects could surprise at Training Camp, new NHL award ideas, and much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Frank Nazar joins the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast to discuss his new contract extension and long-term commitment to the Chicago Blackhawks. What does this deal mean for the future of Connor Bedard, Anton Frondell, Alex Vlasic, and the rest of the young core under GM Kyle Davidson? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down Nazar’s comments and what they signal for Chicago’s rebuild. Plus, what this ex...

On today’s CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi welcome Daily Faceoff’s Steven Ellis to break down his rankings of the Chicago Blackhawks prospect system and how it stacks up against the rest of the NHL. With Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar already making an impact at the NHL level, which prospects are next in line to join them in Chicago? Plus, the crew reacts to Corey Pronman’s...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter We’re 41 days from the Chicago Blackhawks' opening night, and it’s time to ask: What’s a realistic point total for the Blackhawks this season? NHL analyst JFresh released his 2025 projections, and the results might surprise you. See which teams the Blackhawks are projected to finish ahead of… and which ones could still be out of reach...

On today’s CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, while the world reacts to the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce engagement, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi tackle the big questions facing the Chicago Blackhawks. Can the Hawks build long-term success without having to “mortgage the future” to become contenders again? The guys also dive into positive prospect rankings for Connor Bedard, Frank Nazar, and more, plus...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter On today’s CHGO Blackhawks show, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi go through TSN’s NHL Centermen tiers list by Travis Yost and discuss is Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar can become the top duo down the middle to lead the Blackhawks to Stanley Cup contention. Plus, your Mailbag Monday questions ask what to expect of Spencer Knight, what B...

On this edition of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi dig into an article published by Daily Faceoff about the outlook for the NHL in 2030. Paul Pidutti believes Chicago will be a top team in the NHL in 5 years, is it fair or a reach? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adv...

The Chicago Blackhawks have locked up a key piece of their future, signing Frank Nazar to a seven-year deal worth just under $6.6 million per year, per reports. The CHGO Blackhawks Podcast crew breaks down what this extension means for the rebuild, how Nazar fits alongside Connor Bedard, and what fans can expect moving forward. We’ll also discuss the impact on prospects like Oliver Moore and the d...

The Athletic published their annual NHL Front Office Confidence Rankings, and things didn't look great for the Blackhawks. Are fans losing faith in GM Kyle Davidson's plans, or are too many "casuals" voting? We discuss on today's CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisi...

On this edition of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi react to TSN’s Travis Yost’s rankings of the Blackhawks wingers in the organization and what to expect from them this upcoming season. Plus, the guys continue answering you Mailbag Monday leftovers questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

It’s Mailbag Monday on CHGO Blackhawks. Today, Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski answer all your Blackhawks and NHL questions, including which unexpected Hawks could turn out to be cornerstone players in Chicago and what it feels like at the first day of training camp. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

Get an inside look at the 2025 Chicago Blackhawks Prospect Pyramid and discover which young stars are rising fast! Inspired by Mario Tirabassi’s latest article, we break down the top prospects, their strengths, and who could make a big impact for the Blackhawks in the coming seasons. From draft picks to breakout talent, this is your ultimate guide to Chicago’s future on the ice. Don’t miss our ana...

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, we dive deep into Jeff Blashill’s coaching system and how it will impact the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2025-26 NHL season. We break down his offensive, defensive and neutral zone strategies, and how his system could maximize stars like Connor Bedard, Frank Nazar and Artyom Levshunov. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

The Chicago Blackhawks are entering their Centennial Season, so today on CHGO Blackhawks, we’re going to look back and rank the best eras of Blackhawks hockey. We’ll call it…the Eras Tour. No one has ever done that before, right? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Blackhawks crew looks ahead to the Chicago Blackhawks roster of 2030, projecting which current stars, prospects, and future draft picks could define the next era of hockey in Chicago. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi look into the crystal ball to see what the Blackhawks organization might look like seven years from now — Who is the captain of the team? Who is the face of the franchise? Is...

TSN’s Travis Yost ranked the Blackhawks defensive corps among the other 31 teams in the NHL. Where do they stack up in his eyes, and how is Wyatt Kaiser viewed by people around the league? We’ll discuss that, as well as some new revelations about the Blackhawks coaching staff today on CHGO Blackhawks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...

It’s Mailbag Monday on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. Today, we’ve got some mid-summer trade ideas, and Happy Gilmore 2 movie review, and what a successful season looks like for the Blackhawks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter August 8th, 2025 has been declared “Patrick Kane Day” in the City of Chicago. To celebrate, Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski will share eight of their favorite Patrick Kane highlights, today on CHGO Blackhawks. An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: https://st...

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, Greg Boysen reveals his Top 5 Blackhawks prospects. Greg and Jay Zawaski also remember Stan Mikita seven years after his passing, and revisit the Dominik Hasek trade, which happened 33 years ago today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Blackhawks crew discuss the upcoming release of EA Sports' newest NHL game...NHL 2026. Is the game worth the buy? Is it better than previous versions? How can EA best show Connor Bedard's game? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi discuss the best parts of the game and what's left to improve. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...