WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 5-1 loss to the Washington Capitals at the United Center for their first defeat in 2026. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about Connor Bedard’s return to the lineup, the late scratches due to illnesses, and more.

Later, we hear from Bedard, Matt Grzelcyk, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on Alex Ovechkin in what could have been his final NHL game in Chicago.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on 2024 first-round pick Sacha Boisvert, previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Nashville Predators on Saturday night at Bridgestone Arena, and talking about Patrick Kane’s 500th career NHL goal with the Detroit Red Wings.

Chicago Blackhawks vs. Washington Capitals – January 9th, 2026

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WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 7-3 win over the St. Louis Blues at the United Center. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about the seven-goal outburst that gave Chicago its fourth straight victory, which is a new season-high.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing an update on the three Blackhawks prospects that participated in the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Washington Capitals on Friday night at the United Center.

Chicago Blackhawks vs. St. Louis Blues – January 7th, 2026

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WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich break down the Blackhawks’ recent 4-1-1 stretch and discuss how the team has found its stride since the three-day holiday break. They explain why the break came at an opportune time and provide injury updates on Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar.

The guys also share their thoughts on Bedard being left off Team Canada’s initial 25-man Olympic roster and discuss head coach Jeff Blashill’s comments defending his young superstar.

Charlie closes out the show by recapping the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship performances of Blackhawks prospects Anton Frondell, Vaclav Nestrasil and AJ Spellacy.

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 3-2 overtime win over the Vegas Golden Knights at the United Center. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about Tyler Bertuzzi’s second hat trick of the season and the Blackhawks remaining undefeated in 2026.

Later, we hear from Bertuzzi and goaltender Arvid Soderblom. Plus, Charlie is joined by John Wiedeman to discuss the Blackhawks’ 4-1-1 record since the three-day Christmas break.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on No. 3 overall pick Anton Frondell’s shootout winner to send Team Sweden to the gold medal game in the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday night at the United Center.

Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights – January 4th, 2026

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WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 3-2 shootout win over the Washington Capitals. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion from Capital One Arena to talk about what went right in the victory, the Blackhawks improving to 3-1-1 since the Christmas break, and more.

Later, we hear from Spencer Knight and captain Nick Foligno, whose first NHL shootout goal was a game-winner after he was previously 0-for-13 in his career.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on No. 3 overall pick Anton Frondell’s two-goal performance for Team Sweden in the quarterfinals of the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday night at the United Center.

Chicago Blackhawks at Washington Capitals – January 3rd, 2026

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 4-3 win over the Dallas Stars at the United Center. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about the Blackhawks putting together one of their most well-rounded victories of the season, Artyom Levshunov’s growth, and more.

Later, we hear from Ilya Mikheyev, Andre Burakovsky, Ryan Donato, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on Connor Bedard being left off Team Canada’s initial 2026 Olympic roster.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on 2024 third-round pick Jack Pridham and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Washington Capitals on Saturday night at Capital One Arena.