Blackhawks Breakaway

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EMERGENCY PODCAST: Exclusive 1-on-1 with Stan Bowman Dec 30, 2020

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The Blackhawks suffered some major setbacks this offseason with young star Kirby Dach being out for 4-5 months after needing wrist surgery, franchise staple Jonathan Toews being sidelined indefinitely with an illness, and forward Alex Nylander being out 4-6 months after knee surgery. In an exclusive interview with Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis, the President of Hockey Operations and General Manager for the Blackhawks Stan Bowman joins the podcast to provide updates on Toews, Dach, and Nylander and also to discuss the state of the Hawks and how the organization plans to move forward without the 3 forwards. Later in the podcast, Stan discusses Dylan Strome’s negotiations, the signing of Carl Soderberg, and Stan has a message for all Blackhawks fans.

(1:20) - Latest on Jonathan Toews and his undisclosed illness

(6:20) - How significant is losing Toews?

(8:00) - Kirby Dachs injury and the decision to let him play in the World Juniors

(15:20) - Alex Nylander's injury

(19:05) - Updates on Dylan Strome negotiations

(22:20) - Why the Hawks signed Carl Soderberg?

(25:00) - Have expectations changed in the building after suffering so many injuries?

(28:40) - Which young players Hawks fans should keep an eye on this season

(35:25) - How will the Hawks work in their 3 young goalies?

(42:20) - Excitement about new division and schedule

(46:20) - Message to Blackhawks fans

Kirby Dach is out 4-5 months after wrist surgery Dec 29, 2020

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Blackhawks up and coming star forward Kirby Dach suffered a wrist injury while playing for Team Canada in the world juniors tournament. After a successful surgery, Dach will now be sidelined for 4-5 months. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to the news of Dach's projected timeline and discuss how the Hawks will move forward without the forward when the season starts on January 13th. Later in the podcast, Pat and Charlie are joined by Scott King to discuss the pickups made by the Hawks and if the Dach injury impacts negotiations with Dylan Strome.

(1:15) - Devastating news for the Blackhawks

(5:00) - When Dach could get back into the fold

(8:21) - Should the Hawks have allowed Dach to play for Team Canada?

(16:23) - The Blackhawks sign Carl Söderberg

(22:20) - NHL free agency

(31:50) - How will Jeremy Colliton operate during the season?

CM Punk knows his Blackhawks hockey Dec 24, 2020

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CM Punk is a Chicagoan and a Chicago sports lifer, and man does he love his Blackhawks hockey. CM Punk joins Pat Boyle and Scott King to discuss how he became a Blackhawks fan, how important the Hawks and Chicago mean to him, his career in the UFC, and shares why fighting at the United Center was one of the most important things he's done professionally. This is an interview you are not going to want to miss.

(1:30) - CM describes how he's gotten through the last 9 months of the pandemic

(5:00) - Breaking down the NHL Western Conference

(8:30) - Keeping up with Hawks players and his relationship with Hawks players

(12:22) - The importance of fighting in Chicago at the United Center

(16:34) - CM explains why he went through with the fight instead of postponing

(20:46) - Writing a Marvel comic book

(24:10) - CM Punk defends Brent Seabrook

(28:00) - CM gives his opinion on the rebuilding Hawks

Hockey is back, baby!! Dec 22, 2020

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The NHL is scheduled to make its 56-game return on January 13th with 4 divisions and a 16-team playoff with the regular season concluding on May 8th. Host Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King discuss the start of the new season, what fans should prepare for and the tweaks made by the NHL to make sure their season is safe and completed. The crew also dives into the Hawks' division and rank where they think the Hawks are in the 8-team Central. Plus, they discuss if there's a plan for fans to come to games.

(1:14) - Return to Play plan is officially set

(5:52) - How will rosters be constructed in a 56-game season?

(12:35) - How will teams prepare with limited preseason games and training camp?

(18:26) - Will fans be allowed in games at any point during the season?

(23:29) - Ranking the teams in the Central division. Where do the Blackhawks land?

The Blackhawks have a new management structure Dec 18, 2020

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The Blackhawks have restructured their leadership and announced that Danny Wirtz will become CEO, Jaime Faulkner is the President of Business Operations, and Stan Bowman will become the President of Hockey Operations. Host Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King discuss the changes and how it will impact the Hawks moving forward.

(1:36) - Reaction to the new structure of the Blackhawks

(7:33) - Why the Hawks chose to split the hockey ops and business ops

(13:50) - Who had the say so to start the rebuild before the management restructuring?

(19:00) - Did job security for Stan Bowman play a role in rebuild?

(23:00) - New President of business operations Jaime Faulkner will connect with fans

(28:03) - The Blackhawks still need to win for this to work

Mailbag edition: What’s the update on Dylan Strome? Dec 15, 2020

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On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, host Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis and Scott King to discuss Dylan Strome's future and where he might fit into the long-term plans. The crew also discusses Kirby Dach's development as he prepares for the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championships and how that may impact his Blackhawk season. Later in the podcast Pat, Scott, and Charlie answer fan questions and concerns about the Blackhawks.

(1:48) - Updates on the negotiations between the NHL owners and players

(5:00) - New divisions for the 2021 season

(8:47) - What does the future of Dylan Strome look like?

(15:30) - Kirby Dach in the 2021 World Junior's and how it could impact his Blackhawks season

(21:30) - How much should fans expect from Ian Mitchell?

(24:58) - Will the Blackhawks continue to go forth with the goalies that they have?

Doc Emrick on retirement and his favorite Blackhawks memories Dec 11, 2020

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One of the greatest broadcasting voices in sports is stepping away from the booth and doing it on his own terms. Host Pat Boyle is joined by legendary broadcaster Doc Emrick as they discuss why he's leaving the booth, his favorite memories broadcasting, relives the Blackhawks Cup runs, and his new book "Off Mike". Later in the podcast, Pat talks with Doc's broadcasting partner and friend Eddie Olczyk as Edzo sends off Doc in a heartfelt salute and tells a few memories and stories of his friend Doc Emrick.

(1:17) - Why was this the time to retire from broadcasting?

(5:58) - Doc explains where his passion for hockey came from

(12:38) - Doc turns down a TV job in Philadelphia

(19:34) - Ernie Hardwell becomes Doc Emrick's mentor

(23:20) - The Blackhawks’ Stanley Cup runs

New proposed season start date, players and owners in financial stalemate Dec 08, 2020

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The players and NHL owners haven’t agreed on finances to begin the season yet, but a new proposed start date has surfaced. Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King discuss the new start date and what that will mean for the 2020-21 season. The crew also discusses the financial stalemate between the two sides and why there hasn't been a collectively bargained agreement yet. Later in the pod, teams are considering playing games outside so fans can watch games, should the Blackhawks think about it?

(1:10) - Latest updates on return to play for the NHL

(5:20) - Should the season start in Hub city bubbles?

(12:30) - Players and owners are at a financial stalemate

(22:34) - Teams considering playing outside to allow fans to watch the games

(28:16) - Parting shots

Kendall Coyne Schofield opens up about breaking more barriers with Blackhawks Dec 04, 2020

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Kendall Coyne Schofield became the first female player development coach in the history of the Blackhawks organization and is prepared to break even more barriers in the NHL. Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by Coyne Schofield to discuss her journey to the Blackhawks and why she is ready to develop the team’s prospects as they rebuild for another championship run.

(1:15) - Coyne Schofield discusses what drew her to the player development position with the Blackhawks

(5:29) - How will she balance playing for the women's national team, being the developmental coach and broadcasting duties?

(10:10) - Kendall talks about the growth of women's hockey and how she is making sure women have opportunities to play hockey

(15:33) - Kendall’s thoughts on women breaking barriers in sports and in front offices

(20:10) - The importance of normalizing women in sports for future generations

Blackhawks’ 2010 Stanley Cup champ Brent Sopel on the previous rebuild Dec 01, 2020

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The Blackhawks are undergoing a rebuild they hope will lead to more Stanley Cup runs. To speak on the rebuild that led to 3 Stanley Cups, Blackhawks writer Scott King is joined by Stanley Cup champion Brent Sopel as they discuss and compare the rebuild that led to those Cup runs and the rebuild the Hawks are going through now. Sopel shares some never-before-heard stories about the 2010 run, and also discusses his continued work with The Brent Sopel Foundation to raise awareness about dyslexia.

(3:55) - Sopel on being mentioned by his 2010 teammates as the unsung hero of the 2010 Stanley Cup run

(8:20) - Sopel discusses signing with the Hawks and his contributions to the 2010 playoff run

(14:20) - Sopel on seeing signs that the rebuild was working before the 2010 championship

(20:05) - Sopel on the hardships of playing hurt for the majority of his career

(23:30) - Sopel discusses his sobriety and helping others

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