CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast

Jack Eichel, Connor McDavid, Kirill Kaprizov and Kyle Connor has signed contract extensions with their respective teams, and it could have major ripple effects across the NHL — including for the Chicago Blackhawks. With 2026 free agency shaping up to be a pivotal moment for Chicago’s rebuild, how does the changing face of free agency impact what GM Kyle Davidson can do? From Connor Bedard’s future...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter The Chicago Blackhawks played valiantly, but fell in an overtime effort to the Boston Bruins. Connor Bedard netted his first goal of the 2025-26 NHL season, along with assisting on a Louis Crevier wrister. How close are the Hawks to winning close games like these? Plus, how did Alex Vlasic look in his return to action? Join the CHGO B...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill made a lineup tweak to the top line after losing to the Panthers on opening night of the NHL season. Ryan Donato and Colton Dach swap spots on Connor Bedard’s wing. How can this change affect Bedard and Dach’s impact? Plus, Alex Vlasic is healthy and returns to the lineup before tomorrow night’s gam...

The Chicago Blackhawks fell to the Florida Panthers in a hard-fought Opening Night matchup, but Frank Nazar was the bright spot in a tough loss. On this CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast, hosts Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down Nazar’s standout performance, Spencer Knight’s great day in net, and what it means for the Blackhawks moving forward. We also discuss Connor Bedard’s third NHL seas...

The Chicago Blackhawks 2025 season predictions are here, and all eyes are on Connor Bedard as he looks to make a huge impact in his NHL season. The CHGO Blackhawks Podcast breaks down not only the Blackhawks roster but also NHL-wide predictions for the year ahead, including key players like Frank Nazar, Ryan Donato, Alex Vlasic, Spencer Knight, and Nick Foligno, plus what new head coach Jeff Blash...

The Chicago Blackhawks were done in by a tough 2nd period in the preseason finale versus the St. Louis Blues Saturday night. The Hawks were shut out while young players on the roster bubble failed to make a strong enough impression to cement a spot on the team’s opening day roster. Join Jay Zawaski and Greg Boysen as Mario Tirabassi reports live from the United Center on the CHGO Blackhawks Postga...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter Despite a furious rush from the Blackhawks at the end of the game, the Wild escaped Chicago with a 3-2 win at the United Center. The Blackhawks got goals from Frank Nazar and Nick Foligno in the loss. Join Greg Boysen and Jay Zawaski in studio, and Mario Tirabassi from the United Center on this CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Podcast. 0:00 S...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter The final two preseason games for the Chicago Blackhawks may still provide head coach Jeff Blashill and GM Kyle Davidson some information regarding final roster decisions. Where will players like Ryan Greene, Oliver Moore, and Lukas Reichel end up? Does Matt Grzelcyk sign with the Blackhawks? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi try to ans...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter NHL Insider Frank Seravalli said yesterday the the Blackhawks are currently working on a trade to deal Lukas Reichel out of town before the season starts on Friday. Has Reichel played his last game with the Hawks or will this be an on-going drama headed into the season? Plus, Jeff Blashill and Landon Slaggerty speak after last night's...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter In this CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Greg Boysen break down Chicago’s preseason loss at home against the Detroit Red Wings. While the effort was present for the Hawks, they were unable net enough to beat the Red Wings. Colton Dach netted the team's only goal. CHGO Blackhawks writer, Mario Tirabassi joins from the...

In this CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down Chicago’s dominant preseason win over the Minnesota Wild, led by Frank Nazar’s tank-like performance. Connor Bedard, Nolan Allan, Oliver Moore, and Ryan Donato made big impacts, showing why they’ll be key players this season, while Head Coach Jeff Blashill’s game plan clearly paid off. We highlight every major pla...

The Chicago Blackhawks made a furious comeback in their second preseason game, erasing a 2-0 deficit with four, 3rd Period goals to pick up their first exhibition win of the yeart. Join CHGO Blackhawks hosts Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi as they break down all the action! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of persona...

The Chicago Blackhawks split into two very distinct rosters for Thursday’s practice, with one group looking like an NHL lineup and the other resembling an AHL squad. Kevin Korchinski was a notable name on the AHL side, raising questions about his future with the Blackhawks. With Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar leading the NHL roster, has Korchinski lost his shot at making the big club, or are Jeff B...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter The Chicago Blackhawks dropped the Preseason opener to the Detroit Red Wings, 3-2. Connor Bedard and Wyatt Kaiser notched goals for the Hawks. Join the CHGO Blackhawks crew, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi as they breakdown the Hawks' first in-game action of the 2025-26 Season! An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://li...

In the final full practice before the Chicago Blackhawks begin preseason action, head coach Jeff Blashill emphasized the special teams work alongside a 40-minute scrimmage in Monday’s practice. How can he utilize and maximize players like Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar in those situations. Plus, Mailbag Monday questions, Oliver Moore’s opportunity to make the NHL team out of camp, and more on today...

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter The Chicago Blackhawks were put to the conditioning test in Day Two of training camp by head coach Jeff Blashill. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi discuss their takeaways from the second day of training camp and how Blashill’s approach is resonating around the locker room on this edition of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. An ALLCITY Netwo...

Chicago Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson shares his thoughts on a future Connor Bedard extension and what it could mean for the organization. Davidson has already extended Frank Nazar, Spencer Knight, and Wyatt Kaiser, signaling the Blackhawks’ commitment to locking up their young core. The CHGO Blackhawks Podcast breaks down Bedard’s impact, Chicago’s long-term rebuild, and how these extensions shape...

The Chicago Blackhawks have officially signed defenseman Wyatt Kaiser to a 2-year contract extension worth $1.7 million AAV. The CHGO Blackhawks crew breaks down what this deal means for Kyle Davidson’s rebuild, how Kaiser fits into the blue line alongside Connor Bedard’s young core, and what it signals for the future. Plus, we discuss what fans can expect from Kaiser’s development and the Blackha...

Blackhawks Training Camp opens Thursday, and the CHGO Blackhawks crew is breaking it all down. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they dive into the top storylines to watch, from key positional battles to the biggest questions facing the team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're less than two days away from the opening of Blackhawks Training Camp, and we finally have schedules and rosters. We'll share the info, analyze what Matt Grzelcyk's PTO means, and more 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 advertising.

It's our final Mailbag Monday of the offseason. This week, we answer questions about the Blackhawks veteran leadership, their playoff outlook and more. We're also joined by WGN Radio's Charlie Roumeliotis, who was in Minnesota for this weekend's Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

The Chicago Blackhawks have signed goalie Spencer Knight to a 3-year contract extension worth $5.83 million AAV, and we’ve got an Emergency Podcast to break it all down! What does this move mean for the Blackhawks’ future in net alongside Arvid Söderblom, Drew Commesso, and top star Connor Bedard? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi react instantly to the breaking news on the CHGO Blackhawks Emergency...

As the Blackhawks prepare for this weekend's Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase, defenseman Sam Rinzel's game has shone brightest, but that doesn't mean he's alone. Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski discuss what they saw on Day 3, and what they're looking forward to in this weekend's games. They'll also discuss the worldwide launch of NHL26. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com f...

The Chicago Blackhawks continued their week of practice leading up to the Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase this weekend, and Day Two got feisty. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi discuss the spat between AJ Spellacy and Aidan Thompson, the competitiveness of the young group, and more on this edition of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. From Frank Nazar and Sam Rinzel to Nick Lardis and Artyom Levshunov, the...

The Chicago Blackhawks kicked off Rookie Camp, and top prospects Artyom Levshunov and Sam Rinzel stole the spotlight. With Connor Bedard leading the way and Frank Nazar freshly signed to a new contract extension, the Blackhawks’ young core looks more exciting than ever alongside Anton Frondell and Alex Vlasic. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast break down all the action...