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Jeremy Colliton on how he plans to balance winning and player development Oct 23, 2020

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After GM Stan Bowman joined the podcast, head coach Jeremy Colliton joins Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis to discuss his role in the rebuilding process. Colliton talks about what came out of his meeting with the veterans, how he plans to develop the young talent like Kirby Dach but also making sure to put them in winning situations, and explains how the goal for the Blackhawks is to have long-term success going forward.

(2:23) - How can you balance winning and development?

(8:12) - How will the exit of Corey Crawford impact the team?

(13:00) - What were the conversations like with Jonathan Toews and the core on the direction of the team?(18:44) - Is there a timeline when the team expects to be perennial contenders again?

(26:18) - How can the power play improve?

(32:15) - What is the message to fans that the Blackhawks can and will build a consistent winner?

A sit down with Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman Oct 20, 2020

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In an exclusive interview, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by Blackhawks Senior VP/GM Stan Bowman and they have an in-depth discussion on the direction that the Blackhawks organization is heading in the future. Stan details why the Hawks chose not to re-sign Corey Crawford, defines the type of the rebuild the Blackhawks will go through, opens up about his discussions with Jonathan Toews and the rest of the veteran core after they voiced displeasure in the team's handling of the situation, and describes why the organization feels it needs to be more transparent with the fans going forward.

(1:10) - Why did the Blackhawks feel the need to address the fans directly?

(9:33) - Are the Blackhawks really rebuilding or are they just retooling?

(18:44) - Why did the organization move on from Corey Crawford?

(26:40) - Bowman details his discussion with Jonathan Toews and the team's veteran core

(35:35) - How will the recent offseason trades/signings help the Hawks improve for the long term?

(44:00) - Bowman breaks down the current makeup of the Blackhawks' roster

(55:25) - Stan's message to Blackhawks fans

What direction are the Blackhawks headed? Oct 16, 2020

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The Blackhawks offseason so far has been a roller coaster ride for fans leaving some uncertain which direction the team is headed. Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King discuss and speculate what the Hawks are thinking and what future moves may be ahead for the Blackhawks.

(1:36) - Do the Hawks feel like they can compete for a Stanley Cup?

(9:15) - Did the Hawks handle the goalie position well this year?

(15:17) - Are the Hawks sending out mixed messages to the fans?

(21:36) - Is there redundancy with the forward group?

(26:44) - Difficulties of doing a rebuild right now during a pandemic

Blackhawks core ‘surprised’ and blindsided by potential rebuild Oct 13, 2020

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As Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman proceeds with what appears to be a rebuild, the core pieces of the franchise are not too happy with the direction of the team and not being consulted on it, which includes the decision to part ways with Corey Crawford. Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King discuss the new details on why the Blackhawks didn't re-sign Crawford, the rumblings of discontent with the core guys, and how the Blackhawks should proceed moving forward.

(1:30) - More details about the Blackhawks handling of Corey Crawford

(10:50) - Could Crawford have helped with the young goalies in a rebuild?

(13:22) - Blackhawks stars not happy with rebuild

(27:06) - Blackhawks begin making offseason moves

(36:32) - How will new Blackhawk Mattias Janmark fit into the roster?

Corey Crawford will not return to the Blackhawks Oct 08, 2020

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In a surprising turn of events, Stan Bowman announced that two-time Stanley Cup winning goalie Corey Crawford will not return to the team as the Blackhawks apparently shift towards a youth movement. Host Pat Boyle is joined by Scott King and Charlie Roumeliotis as they discuss the surprise announcement, where Crawford will go from here, and what the Hawks' plan is to fill the goalie position. Later on in the podcast, the crew talks with first round pick Lukas Reichel and discuss the selections made by the Hawks in the 2020 NHL Draft.

(1:45) - How surprising was it to hear the Hawks will not re-sign Corey Crawford?

(8:47) - Stan Bowman explains why the Hawks chose not to keep Crawford

(13:50) - Did the Hawks prepare to not have Corey Crawford?

(18:22) - Lukas Reichel interview

(30:28) - Mark Kelley on what they were looking for in a defenseman via the draft

Scott Wheeler predicts who the Blackhawks will take in the 2020 NHL Draft Oct 06, 2020

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Scott Wheeler of the Athletic joins Slavko Bekovic and Charlie Roumeliotis to preview the 2020 NHL Draft which is TODAY! The group dives into where there could be steals in the draft class, who the Hawks will be eyeing at 17 and whether the Hawks could trade up or down. Get all of your draft information right here on this episode of the Blackhawks Talk Podcast.

(1:20) - Is this a deep draft this year?

(7:50) - Could the top goalie prospect be there for the Blackhawks?

(17:13) - What kind of player can Hendrix Lapierre be in the NHL?

(24:15) - Scouting report on Jan Mysak

Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman sets his plan for 2020 NHL Draft Oct 02, 2020

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The draft is next week and the Blackhawks are in full prep mode. Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King listen and react to Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman's comments on preparing for the draft, how Bowman plans to attack free agency, and his optimism that a deal with Corey Crawford can get done.

(1:58) - Takeaways from Charlie's conversation with VP of amateur scouting Mark Kelley

(5:26) - Stan Bowman on whether he will prioritize positional need over best player available in draft

(13:46) - Bowman feels good that a deal will get done with Corey Crawford

(17:19) - Bowman discusses how he may deal with his crowded blue line group

(23:12) - Who won the Dylan Sikura/Brandon Pirri trade with the Golden Knights

Blackhawks VP of amateur scouting Mark Kelley on 2020 NHL Draft Sep 29, 2020

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With the unprecedented way this year has impacted the NHL, teams are getting creative with how they prepare for offseason activities including the NHL Draft. Mark Kelley joins Charlie Roumeliotis as they discuss the Blackhawks’ 2020 draft board, how they have scouted players and Mark's thoughts on the incoming class. Later on in the pod, Charlie is joined by Slavko Bekovic to react to the Mark Kelley interview and discuss their key takeaways that fans should pay attention to.

(1:02) - The growth of Blackhawks rookie Kirby Dach wasn't expected this soon

(5:36) - Not having the combine hurts scouting

(9:24) - Characterizing the 2020 draft class

(12:35) - Finding another Brayden Point in the draft

(16:20) - Blackhawks drafting philosophy is to take best player available

(22:35) - Charlie and Slavko react to Mark Kelley interview

NHL.com’s Adam Kimelman on Blackhawks’ 2020 draft Sep 25, 2020

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The Blackhawks Talk Podcast is getting you prepared for the upcoming NHL Draft on Oct. 6 and 7. Host Pat Boyle and Slavko Bekovic are joined by NHL.com's Adam Kimelman, host of the NHL Draft Class podcast, as they discuss the strength of this year's class, what options the Blackhawks may have with the 17th pick and sleepers in the class.

(1:31) - How has the pandemic impacted draft analysis?

(7:38) - Are there any underrated defensemen in this class?

(12:15) - Could any of the projected top-10 slip to the Blackhawks?

(17:34) - Players in this years draft with Chicago ties

(22:05) - International prospects that could be options in the draft

Who should Blackhawks take No. 17 overall in NHL Draft with ESPN’s Chris Peters Sep 22, 2020

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The 2020 NHL Draft is scheduled for Oct. 6 and 7, with the Blackhawks scheduled to pick at No. 17. Will the Blackhawks be able to get an impact player from the middle of the draft?

Host Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by NHL Draft and prospects analyst for ESPN Chris Peters as they discuss the draft and who the Blackhawks could be looking to take. Later on in the podcast, Pat and Charlie are joined by Nick Gismondi as they answer fan questions in the mailbag segment, including who the Blackhawks could sign if they can't reach an agreement with Corey Crawford.

(1:35) - How deep is the 2020 NHL draft class?

(8:50) - Will a player that has Top 10 potential in the draft fall to the Blackhawks at 17?

(15:50) - Will Swiss league MVP Pius Suter make the 2020-21 Blackhawks roster?

(20:36) - Mailbag segment

(21:06) - Who should the Blackhawks sign if Corey Crawford does not return?

(32:18) - Will the Blackhawks move up in the draft?