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Blackhawks Breakaway
by Chicago Sports Network
Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis bring you the latest news, updates, and interviews from inside the locker room with the Chicago Blackhawks. Follow along all season as they Blackhawks take their next step on their quest for greatness. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
Episodes
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CHSN EXCLUSIVE: Eddie Olczyk on reuniting with Blackhawks & Connor Bedard's return
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by Eddie Olczyk, who has returned to the organization as an ambassador and CHSN studio analyst. Edzo discusses reuniting with the Blackhawks, what his new role will entail, and more. Pat and Charlie...
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Patrick Kane’s MEMORABLE United Center return & conversation w/ Danny Wirtz
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Patrick Kane’s memorable return to the United Center and his highly anticipated introduction. They also discuss three-time Stanley Cup champions Jonathan Toews and Niklas Hjalmarsson being in...
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BREAKDOWN: Season opener, Line changes, predictions, and more
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to the Blackhawks' season-opening loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. They break down the slow start, how it resembled last year's opener in Florida, and why they're not going to overreact after just one...
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Bowen Byram's hat trick in preseason debut sparks optimism
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Bowen Byram's hat trick in his unofficial Blackhawks debut and share their early impressions of the defenseman during training camp. They also discuss the Blackhawks' first two preseason games going...
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EXCLUSIVE 1-ON-1 INTERVIEW: Connor Bedard on being named Blackhawks captain
Pat Boyle sits down 1-on-1 with Connor Bedard after he is named the 37th captain in Blackhawks history. Bedard discusses becoming captain, his relationships with Nick Foligno and Patrick Kane, his recovery from shoulder surgery and potential return timeline, and his goal of helping the Blackhawks...
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Rick Ball on Patrick Kane, Bowen Byram & Hockey Night in Canada
Pat Boyle goes solo for this episode, sitting down with Blackhawks play-by-play broadcaster Rick Ball. They discuss the return of Patrick Kane, the addition of Bowen Byram in a blockbuster offseason trade, the evolution of Hockey Night in Canada, Rick’s dynamic with Darren Pang, and the growing...
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Barstool Chief on Patrick Kane's return, Blackhawks optimism
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by Barstool Chief, who shares his excitement for Patrick Kane's return to Chicago after his relentless pitch for getting Showtime back in the Blackhawks' sweater. Chief also discusses the minute-long...
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Darren Pang on Patrick Kane's return, Bowen Byram trade, and more
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by CHSN Blackhawks color analyst Darren Pang to discuss Patrick Kane's return to Chicago and what it means for Connor Bedard's development. Pang also shares how Bedard is handling his shoulder…
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1-on-1 with Patrick Kane on his decision to return to Blackhawks
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to Patrick Kane’s return to the Blackhawks on a two-year contract. Pat also sits down for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview with Kane to discuss why he chose to return to Chicago. Plus, Blackhawks general...
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Breaking down Connor Bedard's $75 million extension with Blackhawks
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Connor Bedard's five-year, $75 million contract extension and explain why it's a fair compromise for both the Blackhawks and their franchise cornerstone. Bedard also discusses his new deal…
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Connor Bedard to miss start of season after shoulder surgery
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Connor Bedard undergoing shoulder surgery that will sideline him for approximately four months, what it means for the Blackhawks to begin the 2026-27 season without him, and whether a Patrick Kane…
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Blackhawks 2026 free agency, NHL Draft recap
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Bowen Byram's six-year contract extension with the Blackhawks, including the $12.5 million cap hit that briefly makes him the NHL's highest-paid defenseman for the 2027-28 season. They discuss why...
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Breaking down Blackhawks' blockbuster Bowen Byram trade
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by NHL insider Frank Seravalli to break down the blockbuster trade that brought Bowen Byram to Chicago in a package that included the No. 4 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Frank discusses the...
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Corey Pronman previews 2026 NHL Draft class, Blackhawks options at No. 4 overall
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by The Athletic's NHL Draft expert Corey Pronman to preview the 2026 NHL Draft and break down the Blackhawks' options with the No. 4 overall pick. Pronman explains why several players occupied his…
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Frank Seravalli breaks down Blackhawks draft, offseason and Connor Bedard
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli to discuss the latest Blackhawks news, rumors and offseason storylines. How aggressive could Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson be on the trade market this summer? What would…
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Blackhawks offseason buzz, Stanley Cup Final preview with Alec Martinez
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks' decision to trade the rights to prospect Jack Pridham to the Tampa Bay Lightning for a 2027 third-round pick, explaining how the situation unfolded and why the team ultimately made…
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Projecting Connor Bedard's next contract and Stanley Cup Final is nearly set
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Vegas’ stunning sweep of Colorado in the 2026 Western Conference Final and discuss the John Tortorella effect. They dive into Mitch Marner’s postseason, what went wrong for the Avalanche, Cale…
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Mark Eaton talks Blackhawks' prospect pipeline transformation
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by Blackhawks assistant general manager of player development Mark Eaton to evaluate the organization’s prospect pipeline after a successful season across multiple levels. Eaton discusses what it’s...
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Tony Granato dives into Blackhawks’ offseason outlook, No. 4 pick
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis welcome Tony Granato to the show to recap the Blackhawks’ 2025-26 season and discuss his optimism level heading into next year. Could this be the summer the Blackhawks finally land a big fish? What needs to...
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TSN’s Craig Button breaks down 2026 NHL Draft lottery, Blackhawks’ options at No. 4
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to the 2026 NHL Draft lottery results, highlighted by the Toronto Maple Leafs' stunning jump from No. 5 to No. 1 overall. They also discuss the Blackhawks falling to No. 4 and share early thoughts on…
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Report cards, Part 2: Defensemen, goaltenders, and Jeff Blashill
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis hand out individual grades for the defensemen, goaltenders, and head coach Jeff Blashill as they put a bow on the 2025-26 season. How did Louis Crevier and Wyatt Kaiser grade out in their breakout seasons on…
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Report cards, Part 1: Connor Bedard's breakout headlines forward grades
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the opening week of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, highlighting standout performances from former Blackhawks like Jason Dickinson and Brandon Hagel, who are off to strong starts with their respective…
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Exit interviews spark optimism: Are the Blackhawks ready for a playoff push?
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap the Blackhawks’ multi-goal comeback win over the San Jose Sharks in the season finale and reflect on the season as a whole. They discuss the team’s 11-point improvement, what it says about the trajectory…
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Alec Martinez talks FRONDELL impressions, Bertuzzi’s breakout & young D core
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by three-time Stanley Cup champion and CHSN Blackhawks analyst Alec Martinez. They share their early impressions of No. 3 overall pick Anton Frondell, discuss his development path, and explain why…
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The Anton Frondell era has arrived
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down No. 3 overall pick Anton Frondell’s NHL debut, discussing what stood out in his game, including his lethal shot, his 200-foot play, his hockey sense, and where he could fit on the power play. They…
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Blackhawks surpass last year's point total early, Frank Nazar's surge, and more
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down how the Blackhawks have already surpassed last season’s point total with 15 games still to play, and why that marks meaningful progress even if it doesn’t quite feel like it. They dive into Connor...
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Remembering former Blackhawk and beloved broadcaster Troy Murray
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis reflect on the passing of former Blackhawk and beloved broadcaster Troy Murray. They remember his legacy, reminisce about the good times, and share personal stories about the impact he had on their lives.…
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Connor Murphy’s legacy with Blackhawks, trade deadline preview, and more
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap the Blackhawks’ four-game road trip coming out of the Olympic break. They break down the blown leads, with all three losses unfolding in similar fashion and discuss whether the growing pains of learning…
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USA wins gold and key Blackhawks storylines to follow for the stretch run
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis put a bow on the 2026 Olympic men’s hockey tournament, where Team USA captured gold over Canada to snap a 46-year drought. They break down Connor Hellebuyck’s heroic performance in net, Jack Hughes’ overtime...
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Blackhawks make minor systematic tweaks, Olympic talk, and more
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ defensive-zone coverage tweaks and adjustments to their power-play zone entries as the team returns to practice and treats it like a mini training camp. They discuss why the changes...
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Breaking down Blackhawks' grades going into Olympic break
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis evaluate the state of the Blackhawks heading into the Olympic break and recap the grueling stretch of 21 games in 40 days. They discuss the team’s power-play struggles, what needs to change coming out of the...
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Connor Bedard vs. Macklin Celebrini showdown lives up to the hype
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Chicago’s 6-3 win over the San Jose Sharks to snap a five-game winless skid. The guys highlight the third line of Ryan Donato, Jason Dickinson and Ilya Mikheyev, who led the charge by combining for…
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Blackhawks shake up lines, power-play units
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down why Chicago’s power play has gone cold with a 0-for-17 stretch over the last seven games, and discuss recent unit shake-ups and practice adjustments aimed at fixing it. They also dive into Connor...
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Toews' welcome back, Caleb and PCA in the house, Banner Years on display
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down a memorable weekend for the Blackhawks, highlighted by the return of longtime former captain Jonathan Toews. They discuss Toews receiving one of the loudest and longest ovations ever at the United...
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Stomach bug, Bears buzz and Bedard’s return: a wild week for Blackhawks
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down a wild week for the Blackhawks, as a stomach virus ripped through the locker room, including Connor Bedard. They explain just how bizarre Friday’s game was and also discuss Drew Commesso’s 36-save...
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Connor Bedard on verge of return as Blackhawks remain undefeated in 2026
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the looming return of Connor Bedard, who spoke to the media for the first time about his shoulder injury since Dec. 12. They also react to Bedard being left off Team Canada’s initial 25-man roster for…
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How the Blackhawks flipped the script after the holiday break
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ 4-1-1 stretch since the three-day holiday break and discuss why the time off came at the perfect moment for a team navigating the losses of Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar. The guys…
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Connor Bedard sighting, Blackhawks back-to-back struggles continue, and more
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis provide an update on Connor Bedard, who was spotted skating on his own before practice for the first time since suffering a shoulder injury on Dec. 12. The guys also break down the weekend games in Dallas and...
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Injury bug strikes again with Frank Nazar sidelined 4 weeks
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks being hit hard by the injury bug, with Frank Nazar sidelined for four weeks in addition to Connor Bedard already being out. They discuss the impact of their absences, who could step…
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How the Blackhawks move forward with Connor Bedard sidelined
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Connor Bedard’s upper-body injury, which he suffered with 0.8 seconds left in St. Louis, and discuss the latest update that he will be sidelined through at least December. The guys examine the impact...
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Making the Olympic case for Connor Bedard and Spencer Knight
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ bounce-back 3-0 shutout win over the New York Rangers after a rough end to their four-game road trip, where they were outscored by a combined 12 goals in Los Angeles and Anaheim. Pat...
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Connor Bedard, Blackhawks snap skid with wild comeback win
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks snapping their five-game winless skid with a comeback win over the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday. They dive into how the team flipped the script, rallying from a 3–0 deficit to score five...
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Connor Bedard neutralizes Nathan MacKinnon, latest contract projections, and more
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Chicago’s three-game losing streak and explain why Sunday’s 1–0 loss to the first-place Colorado Avalanche was still a step in the right direction. They also discuss Connor Bedard’s matchup against...
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Breaking down the Connor Bedard no-call and the unsportsmanlike that followed
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis dissect the controversial no-call on Connor Bedard’s late third-period breakaway against Seattle and the unsportsmanlike conduct penalty that followed after Bedard voiced his frustration. The ensuing power play...
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Blackhawks keep rolling amid injuries as Artyom Levshunov surges
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Chicago’s 4-0-1 run over the last five games and how seamlessly players have stepped up amid injuries. They dive into Frank Nazar’s return, the tough break for Nick Foligno, and the growing…
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Connor Bedard climbs to top of NHL leaderboard as Blackhawks close road trip with 3-0 run
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down a 3-0-0 finish to the six-game road trip after a rocky 0-2-1 start. They highlight a flawless special teams performance in Sunday’s win over Detroit, Tyler Bertuzzi perfecting the “human backboard”...
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Has Connor Bedard finally found his long-term linemate in Andre Burakovsky?
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the first half of the Blackhawks’ season-long six-game road trip and try to make sense of their 0-2-1 start. They share what made Hockey Night in Canada on Saturday so unique with Blackhawks-Oilers...
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Power play tweaks, Lukas Reichel trade, and more
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ 3-1 loss to Los Angeles, which snapped their five-game point streak (4-0-1). They discuss the team’s 0-for-5 night on the power play and the adjustments made at practice the following...
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Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar are making Blackhawks must-watch TV again
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ recent 3-0-1 stretch and discuss how the team has become as entertaining and watchable as it’s been in years.. They dive into the strides Connor Bedard has made this season, how his...
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Blackhawks finally break through for first win in Jeff Blashill era
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Chicago’s 3-1 win over the Utah Mammoth for their first victory of the season. They discuss how the Blackhawks gutted out a tight victory, Ilya Mikheyev’s early impact, Artyom Levshunov’s strong...
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Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis bring you the latest news, updates, and interviews from inside the locker room with the Chicago Blackhawks. Follow along all season as they Blackhawks take their next step on their quest for greatness. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
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