CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast

The Chicago Blackhawks fall short against the short-handed Carolina Hurricanes in a 3-2 loss. Ilya Mikheyev and Connor Bedard score for the Blackhawks with Arvid Söderblom making 23 saves in the game. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down the loss on the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

On this episode of CHGO Blackhawks, Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski welcome Hawks defenseman Alex Vlasic to the show. Vlasic discusses Tuesday night’s big win in Tampa and the team’s recent point streak. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Blackhawks started their three-game road trip in style with a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lighting. Chicago got goals from Connor Bedard, Landon Slaggert, Ryan Donato and Teuvo Teräväinen in the win, while Arvid Söderblom stopped 34 of 35 Tampa shots. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski for the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf...

Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson met the media on Monday for his mid-season press conference. Among the topics were Connor Bedard's development, his plans for the offseason and much more. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they share and react to Davidson's comments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

After two of their worst periods of the season, the Blackhawks woke up for the third period, but it was too little, too late, as they fell 4-2 to the Minnesota Wild, ending their four-game point streak. The Hawks got goals from Seth Jones and Frank Nazar in the loss. Join Jay Zawaski, Greg Boysen and Mario Tirabassi for the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

Arvid Söderblom was outstanding, but his efforts weren't enough for the shorthanded Blackhawks, who fell 4-3 to the Lightning in overtime. Colton Dach scored his first goal of his career, while Frank Nazar picked up a pair of points in the loss. Join Jay Zawaski and Greg Boysen for the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

It was a big news day at Fifth Third Arena. First, defenseman Ethan Del Mastro was recalled from Rockford to replace Craig Smith, who was sent to IR. Then, the team announced a contract for 2024 third-round pick AJ Spellacy. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they break down the day's news. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collect...

It’s time for another Mailbag Show. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they tackle your Blackhawks and life questions, including queries on the trade deadline, Kyle Davidson’s job security, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Blackhawks held a third period lead against a Stanley Cup contender for the second game in a row, but were unable to close it out and drop a 4-3 game in overtime to the Hurricanes. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi breakdown the loss after our CHGO Takeover event! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adver...

The Blackhawks powered their way past the Vegas Golden Knights with a 5-3 win on the back of two power play goals and a three point night for Seth Jones. Join the crew of Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they wrap up the win on the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti...

The Chicago Blackhawks fall to the Nashville Predators 3-2 in a shootout. Chicago failed to close-out the third period and didn’t have enough in the tank to find the winner in overtime or the shootout. On the bright side, they have found a special group with Tyler Bertuzzi, Connor Bedard, and Frank Nazar on a line. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi breakdown the shootout loss in Nashville. Hosted by...

Taylor Hall gave an open conversation about his current status with the Chicago Blackhawks and how he is handling being in the middle of trade rumors. Plus, The Athletic’s Corey Pronman ranked nine Blackhawks on his best U23 prospects list, but left out Frank Nazar. What gives? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

Blackhawks defenseman Alex Vlasic joins the show in the studio as the team looks to find their footing again this season following another string of poor performances. Plus, Seth Jones speaks at practice following one of his worst games as a member of the Blackhawks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

Despite Connor Bedard scoring his 100th NHL point, the Blackhawks put out another subpar effort against the JUGGERNAUT Calgary Flames. Join the CHGO Blackhawks Crew of Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they break down the Hawks' 5-2 loss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks were looking to bounce back from Friday's awful loss in Detroit. While they certainly put up a better effort, it wasn't enough to take down Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, who took the victory 4-3. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski on the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

The Blackhawks put together one of their worst overall performances of the season, losing 5-3 to the Red Wings in Detroit. Patrick Kane had three assists, while Connor Bedard extended his points streak to nine games. We'll flush this one and look ahead to Saturday's game vs the Oilers on the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

Starting the second half of the 2024-25 season, the time has come to dive into the 2025 NHL Draft Class. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi are joined on the CHGO Blackhawks podcast by Daily Faceoff’s Prospect Analyst Steven Ellis to breakdown the top players in the 2025 NHL Draft Class and where some of the top prospects in the Blackhawks’ system are in their development paths. Hosted by Simplecast,...

The Blackhawks got goals from Ilya Mikheyev, Frank Nazar, and Connor Bedard to beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-1, but the story of the game was the performance of Petr Mrázek. The netminder stopped 36 of 37 Avalanche shots in the win. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski in the CHGO Blackhawks Victory Lounge! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our col...

It’s been a while since the CHGO Blackhawks crew has had a non-postgame show, so Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski are going to catch up on ALL the Blackhawks and NHL off-ice news they haven’t had a chance to cover yet, including Jonathan Toews’ attempted return, the World Junior Championships and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...

The Blackhawks were looking to follow up Friday's 4-2 win over Montreal with a solid performance vs a reeling Rangers team. Instead, they got smoked in every measurable stat, including 6-2 on the scoreboard. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they hit the reset button...again...on the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

After a disappointing Winter Classic loss on Tuesday, the Blackhawks came out with a strong effort, defeating the Montreal Canadiens 4-2 at the United Center. Nick Foligno had a pair of goals, while Tyler Bertuzzi and Pat Maroon added tallies, as well. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they wrap up the victory and look ahead to Sunday's tilt with the Rangers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

Playing in the Winter Classic at Wrigley Field, the Chicago Blackhawks quickly fell behind 2-0 in the 1st period before Taylor Hall halved the deficit with his 8th goal of the season. The 2nd period was all Blues as they piled on 3 more goals. Tyler Bertuzzi scored midway through the 3rd period, but the deficit was too large to overcome. The Blues went on to defeat the Blackhawks 6-2. Join Jay Zaw...

The Winter Classic is finally here, as the Blackhawks host the Blues Tuesday at Wrigley Field. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they preview the event. You’ll also hear from Nolan Allan, Taylor Hall, Nick Foligno, Petr Mrázek and Arvid Söderblom. All that on the CHGO Blackhawks Winter Classic Preview Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...

The Blackhawks started the game well, but a series of unfortunate events, including a Tyler Bertuzzi ejection, led to the wheels falling off for the Blackhawks, who fell to Dallas 5-1. Chicago's lone goal came from Connor Bedard. Join the CHGO Blackhawks crew of Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they wrap up the loss and look forward to Tuesday's Winter Classic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

The Blackhawks returned from the holiday break with one of their worst performances of the season, losing 6-2 to the Sabres in Buffalo. Petr Mrázek was pulled after allowing 4 goals on 11 first-period shots, but the Hawks failed to respond. Chicago got goals from Tyler Bertuzzi and Seth Jones in the loss. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski to wrap up the loss on the CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Show...