On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis welcome three-time Stanley Cup champion and CHSN Blackhawks analyst Alec Martinez to break down the Blackhawks' first month of the season and discuss how to evaluate the team's start. 
 
Alec explains how Connor Bedard's absence for the first six games and Bowen Byram's extended absence have factored into the team's early results. He also weighs in on the youth on the blue line, the potential impact of missing veteran players, and the gauntlet of a schedule to open the season. 
 
Pat and Charlie then get Alec's perspective as a former player on process versus results, the Blackhawks' 1-1-3 system, and the power play before discussing the growing influence of player empowerment across the NHL.

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis welcome three-time Stanley Cup champion and CHSN Blackhawks analyst Alec Martinez to break down the Blackhawks' first month of the season and discuss how to evaluate the team's start. Alec explains how Connor Bedard's absence for the first six games and Bowen Byram's extended absence have factored into the team's early results. He also weighs in on the youth on the blue line, the potential impact of missing veteran players, and the gauntlet of a schedule to open the season. Pat and Charlie then get Alec's perspective as a former player on process versus results, the Blackhawks' 1-1-3 system, and the power play before discussing the growing influence of player empowerment across the NHL.

BREAKDOWN: Blackhawks' first-month check-in with Alec Martinez

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks' play since Connor Bedard returned to the lineup. They discuss Bedard's chemistry with Patrick Kane and Roman Kantserov, including why the trio's skillsets complement one another so well.
Pat and Charlie also examine the Blackhawks' power play and the search for the right quarterback with Bowen Byram out. With the penalty kill struggling to replicate last season's success early on, they discuss why a productive power play will be especially important this season.
Plus, they look at Kevin Korchinski's development, Artyom Levshunov's continued growth, and more.

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks' play since Connor Bedard returned to the lineup. They discuss Bedard's chemistry with Patrick Kane and Roman Kantserov, including why the trio's skillsets complement one another so well. Pat and Charlie also examine the Blackhawks' power play and the search for the right quarterback with Bowen Byram out. With the penalty kill struggling to replicate last season's success early on, they discuss why a productive power play will be especially important this season. Plus, they look at Kevin Korchinski's development, Artyom Levshunov's continued growth, and more.

Connor Bedard’s return, Artyom Levshunov's growth & more

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 also get Edzo’s thoughts on Connor Bedard’s return and how he changes the complexion of the team, Patrick Kane’s return to Chicago and the impact his presence could have on the younger players, and the development of rookies Anton Frondell and Roman Kantserov. 
 
Finally, Edzo shares his perspective on the state of the rebuild, why patience remains important despite rising internal expectations, and the player development process as a whole.

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 also get Edzo’s thoughts on Connor Bedard’s return and how he changes the complexion of the team, Patrick Kane’s return to Chicago and the impact his presence could have on the younger players, and the development of rookies Anton Frondell and Roman Kantserov. Finally, Edzo shares his perspective on the state of the rebuild, why patience remains important despite rising internal expectations, and the player development process as a whole.

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast,&nbsp;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 also get Edzo’s thoughts on Connor Bedard’s return and how he changes the complexion of the team, Patrick Kane’s return to Chicago and the impact his presence could have on the younger players, and the development of rookies Anton Frondell and Roman Kantserov. 
 
Finally, Edzo shares his perspective on the state of the rebuild, why patience remains important despite rising internal expectations, and the player development process as a whole.

CHSN EXCLUSIVE: Eddie Olczyk on reuniting with Blackhawks & Connor Bedard's return

Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd break down the first four games of the Circus Trip and discuss how rookies Ryan Hartman, Vinnie Hinostroza, Tyler Motte and Gustav Forsling have upped their game.  They also talk about the future of the Kane/Toews line and preview the California portion of the long road trip.

Pat Boyle and Steve Konroyd break down the first four games of the Circus Trip and discuss how rookies Ryan Hartman, Vinnie Hinostroza, Tyler Motte and Gustav Forsling have upped their game. They also talk about the future of the Kane/Toews line and preview the California portion of the long road trip.

Ep. 5: Blackhawks Rookies Stepping Up

In this weeks episode we discuss the Hawks lack of offense in Winnipeg, the struggling power play and improved penalty kill. Pat and Tracey also talk line-up changes and health updates on TVR and Motte. Plus, Tracey rates her favorite Western Canada stops on the circus trip.

Ep. 4: Lack of offense in Winnipeg a concern for Blackhawks?

On the latest episode of the #HawksTalk podcast, Pat Boyle talks with Jamal Mayers and Tracey Myers about the Blackhawks recent success at home, Crawford's stellar play in net, PK improvement, and the upcoming schedule. Plus, young players emerging and Artem Anisimov's career best 8 game point streak.

Ep. 3: Success on home ice and Crawford’s stellar play

Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers and Tracey Myers talk the Blackhawks struggling penalty kill and Quenneville's coaching 7 games in. They also discuss defensemen...who's in, who's out?

#HawksTalk

Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers and Tracey Myers talk the Blackhawks struggling penalty kill and Quenneville's coaching 7 games in. They also discuss defensemen...who's in, who's out? #HawksTalk

Ep. 2: Why are the Blackhawks giving up early goals in the power play?

On the inaugural episode of the Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Jamal Mayers talk about the Blackhawks 7-4 marathon victory against the Flyers on Tuesday night.  Pat also chats with CSN Insider Tracey Myers to look ahead at the upcoming schedule and what the Hawks are up against.

#HawksTalk

On the inaugural episode of the Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Jamal Mayers talk about the Blackhawks 7-4 marathon victory against the Flyers on Tuesday night. Pat also chats with CSN Insider Tracey Myers to look ahead at the upcoming schedule and what the Hawks are up against. #HawksTalk

Ep. 1: Hossa scores 500th goal; Blackhawks second line gets going

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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