WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich discuss the Blackhawks’ latest injury, as the team will be without Frank Nazar for roughly four weeks after he took a puck to the face in Ottawa on Saturday. They break down the ramifications of his absence, who could step up in his place, and more.

Later, Nick Lardis joins the show to discuss scoring his first career NHL goal, his reaction to the initial call-up, playing his first NHL game against one of his idols Patrick Kane, and much more

Charlie and Jack close out the show by singling out the three Blackhawks prospects that will represent their respective countries at the upcoming 2026 World Juniors tournament.

Chicago Blackhawks at Ottawa Senators – December 20th, 2025

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 6-4 loss to the Ottawa Senators to wrap up a three-game road trip. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion from Canadian Tire Centre to talk about the Blackhawks allowing six goals in the defeat, the seven challenges in the last three games, and more.

Later, we hear from Nick Lardis and head coach Jeff Blashill, who revealed that Frank Nazar will miss roughly four weeks after taking a puck to the chin area. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on Ilya Mikheyev breaking his 20-game goal drought. 

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on the three prospects that will be representing their countries at the 2026 World Juniors and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night at the United Center.

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 4-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, falling to 0-3-0 without Connor Bedard. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion from Bell Centre to talk about the offensive struggles, Frank Nazar snapping his 20-game goal drought, and more.

Later, we hear from Nazar, Matt Grzelcyk, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on a potential line shake-up for the next game as the Blackhawks search for offense without their leading scorer.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on Marek Vanacker and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Ottawa Senators on Saturday afternoon to conclude a three-game road trip.

Chicago Blackhawks at Montreal Canadiens – December 18th, 2025

WGN Radio’s Jack Heinrich breaks down the Blackhawks’ 3-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs to start their 3-game Canada swing. Jack and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ crushing loss after giving up 2 goals in 8 seconds late in the 3rd period. Then they discuss goaltender Laurent Brossoit clearing waivers and what his future holds.

Later, we hear from Wyatt Kaiser, Jason Dickinson, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Then Jack shares a prospect update on forward Jack Pridham and previews the Hawks’ next game against the Montreal Canadiens.

Chicago Blackhawks at Toronto Maple Leafs – December 16th, 2025

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich break down Connor Bedard’s upper-body injury, which is expected to sideline him for multiple weeks. They react to the freak accident, explain why Brayden Schenn is not at fault, and discuss how Bedard’s absence could impact his chances of making Team Canada’s Olympic roster.

Later, Mike Palm of Circa joins the show to discuss the latest NHL trends and storylines, including the blockbuster Quinn Hughes trade between Minnesota and Vancouver that shook up the Western Conference.

Charlie and Jack close out the show with an update on Laurent Brossoit after he was placed on waivers following his AHL conditioning stint, plus thoughts on Nick Lardis’ NHL debut.

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 4-0 shutout loss to the Detroit Red Wings at the United Center in their first game of the season without Connor Bedard. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about Bedard’s absence being felt, how they’re going to move forward without him, and more.

Later, we hear from Nick Lardis, Ryan Donato, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on Patrick Kane’s two-point performance and whether or not he could be on Team USA’s radar for the 2026 Olympics.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on Sam Rinzel and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday to kick off a three-game road trip.

Chicago Blackhawks vs. Detroit Red Wings – December 13th, 2025

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