Blackhawks Breakaway

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Patrick Sharp sits down with Pat Boyle to discuss his new role as NBC Sports Chicago studio analyst. Sharp talks about the return of Corey Crawford and how his presence has a calming effect on the team. He also weighs in on the work Patrick Kane puts into his game and how 88’s style has impacted the young generation of NHL players. Sharpy has some suggestions to i...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Adam Burish and Steve Konroyd discuss the Blackhawks' recent nine-day stretch where they went 3-2-1. What worked and what didn't during it? The guys also talk about Patrick Kane's hot start, play a game called "Noticeable or Inconsistent?" with the Blackhawks lineup, and try to figure out what is wrong with the power play. 1:15 — Are you happy going 3-2...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Corey Crawford’s immediate impact on a Blackhawks team that has been struggling defensively. They chronicle the wild week that Brandon Saad experienced, from being a possible healthy scratch, to joining Patrick Kane’s line and having his first multi-goal game in more than a year. The guys break down Erik Gustafsson’s shot-...

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers and Charlie Roumeliotis recap Corey Crawford’s season debut after missing nearly 10 months with a concussion. Mayers talks about the Kitty system that Niklas Hjalmarsson and Vinnie Hinostroza probably dealt with in their returns to Chicago. The guys also discuss what’s next for Crawford, the upcoming matchup against Artemi Panarin and the C...

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and Slavko Bekovic provide their thoughts on the Blackhawks’ 3-0-2 start. They also discuss Brandon Saad’s demotion and whether it could serve as a wake-up call, Corey Crawford’s potential return on Thursday vs. Arizona and what could happen with Anton Forsberg because of it, and address the power play concerns. The guys wrap up the...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle goes 1-on-1 with Duncan Keith ahead of his 1,000th NHL game with the Blackhawks and what it means to him. Keith tries to pick out one game that sticks out to him most, opens up about losing seven teeth during the 2010 Stanley Cup run and how it still affects him to this day, and which player he had the most heated battles against. Coach Joel Quenneville...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Adam Burish and Jamal Mayers discuss with Pat Boyle a comeback filled first three games of the season. The guys breakdown Toews and Kane’s incredible start, Jokiharju’s play and the problems on the Hawks power play. The boys also have a marketing plan for the NHL and it involves using Sunday’s game vs Toronto. They finish up the podcast with their bold predictions...

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis preview the upcoming season ahead of Opening Night and try to answer the main questions surrounding the team. The guys also talk about Corey Crawford's possible return date, what it could mean for Anton Forsberg, who will make up the blue line and break down the lines. They also answer your mailbag questions, including where the B...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Steve Konroyd joins Pat Boyle to discuss Corey Crawford's return to practice, but when might he return to NHL game action? The guys also discuss the roster that will start the season in Ottawa. Did they go with more defensive minded forwards because of the uncertainty in net? Konroyd also weighs in on the camp that Kahun, Kampf, Johnson and Jokiharju had, plus what...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Joel Quenneville leaving the door open for No. 8 overall pick Adam Boqvist to start the season with the Blackhawks. What are the chances he and Henri Jokiharju both make the team? The guys also discuss Corey Crawford's status and what to make of his abbreviated on-ice session after six straight days of skating, Connor M...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Corey Crawford revealing that he's dealing with a concussion, the progress he's made over the last couple months and what's next. The guys also discuss the injuries of Connor Murphy and Brent Seabrook and how that impacts the blue line going forward, particularly Henri Jokiharju's chances of making the team. Plus, Pat a...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis listen and react to your voicemails about the Blackhawks offseason so far and what they should've done differently. The guys also talk about how important the Traverse City prospect tournament is ahead of training camp, explore what the Blackhawks could do with Artem Anisimov and debate whether they should consider trading for Max...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about the odds of Corey Crawford being ready by the start of the regular season and whether the Blackhawks are comfortable with Anton Forsberg and Cam Ward as their two options if he's not. The guys also weigh in on what their biggest concern is going into training camp and discuss which player will have and needs to have the...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis talk about Jonathan Toews being left off NHL Network's Top 20 center rankings. Will that serve as motivation for the Blackhawks captain? The guys also weigh in on the Blackhawks' current roster compared to last year's and discuss what their confidence level is on Corey Crawford being ready by training camp. They also answer your m...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast we look back at the life of Blackhawks legend Stan Mikita after he passed away at the age of 78. Pat Boyle talks with Eddie Olczyk, Mike Ditka and Cliff Koroll about the Blackhawks all-time points leader. Ditka was a groomsman in Mikita’s wedding. The Coach discusses their friendship that started in the early 60s, encounters on the golf course and his final meeting...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle is joined by Jamal Mayers from the Blackhawks Convention. They discuss Corey Crawford’s first public appearance in several months. Crow admits that he is not 100 percent healthy and that has Mayers very concerned. The guys debate whether Cam Ward can be the Hawks number 1 net-minder if Crawford is not able to go? They also discuss the role veterans shoul...

On the latest edition of the Hawks Talk Podcast, Charlie Roumeliotis is joined by Scott Powers of The Athletic to discuss Stan Bowman's comments following the Marian Hossa trade and debate whether they're finished making moves this summer. They also provide their thoughts on the Blackhawks' top prospects and which players have caught their attention as development camp winds down.

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the nine-piece trade that saw the Blackhawks ship Marian Hossa's contract and Vinnie Hinostroza to the Arizona Coyotes and whether it could be a precursor to a larger move. They also weigh in on what the Blackhawks are getting in return, how important Marcus Kruger would be if he can return to form prior to his injury and...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis wonder if the Blackhawks are really done making moves this offseason. Plus, the guys weigh in on whether the Blackhawks are silently rebuilding, discuss who they're most looking forward to watching at prospect camp, talk about what Adam Boqvist signing with the London Knights means for his development and answer your mailbag quest...

In the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis and Slavko Bekovic break down the Blackhawks' three signings on Day 1 of NHL free agency and where each of them fit into the lineup. They also discuss whether the Blackhawks should have spent their money differently, weigh in on what could be next and answer your mailbag questions.

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the chances of the Blackhawks landing prized free agent John Tavares. They also discuss other targets on the free agent market like James van Riemsdyk, James Neal, Ian Cole and Carter Hutton. They also answer your mailbag questions on free agency, trade market and NHL draft recap. The guys also make their Blackhawks free a...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap Round 1 of the 2018 NHL Draft. They discuss the pair of puck-carrying defensemen that the Blackhawks selected on Friday, Adam Boqvist and Nicolas Beaudin. When can we expect to see these first-round picks play in the NHL? Boyle also goes 1-on-1 with Boqvist and Beaudin. The guys spoke with Stan Bowman and Joel Quenneville on...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, it’s all about the 2018 NHL Draft. Pat Boyle is joined by NBC Sports Chicago’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Slavko Bekovic. The trio discusses whether the Blackhawks will hold on to the eighth and 27th overall picks in next week’s draft? They run down the prospects that could be available at the top of the first round, such as defensemen Noah Dobson, Evan Bouchard, Ada...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to Rocky Wirtz's comments that “nothing lasts forever” and that changes could be made midseason if the Blackhawks struggle out of the gates. The guys discussed the new Chicago Pro Hockey League that will begin in July and play eight exhibition games. Rosters have not been finalized, but as of now Jonathan Toews is not among...

On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis welcome Scott Powers from The Athletic. The trio dives into the Hawks mailbag and answer your questions about former Blackhawks defenseman Michal Kempny. Is Barry Trotz using Kempny in a different way than Joel Quenneville did? They discuss Victor Ejdsell’s emergence with Rockford this postseason and with his move to wing, could E...