It’s time for the Chicago Blackhawks home opener and Lisa Dent is joined by a fantastic cast of characters to announce a new partnership with Circa Sports. Lisa is joined by Derek Stevens, Owner/CEO of Circa Sports, Mike Palm, VP of Operations of Circa Sports, and former Boston Bruins left wing, Darren Banks, now a Circa Las Vegas Executive Casino Host. Circa is now the Official Home Jersey Patch partner of the Chicago Blackhawks.

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 3-1 defeat to the Calgary Flames, concluding their season-opening four-game road trip. Troy Murray joins the discussion, offering his perspective on the loss and evaluating the Blackhawks’ overall performance on the road.

Later in the show, Connor Bedard, Nick Foligno, and head coach Luke Richardson share their thoughts on the trip. Plus, Charlie previews the Blackhawks’ upcoming home opener on Thursday against the San Jose Sharks, who will be missing 2024 No. 1 overall pick Macklin Celebrini due to an injury.

The Blackhawks return home for their 2024-25 season home opener on Thursday, October 17th to host the San Jose Sharks. WGN Radio’s coverage begins at 7 PM with Charlie Roumeliotis’ pregame, then John Wiedeman and Troy Murray on the call at 7:30 PM.

Chicago Blackhawks at Calgary Flames – October 15th, 2024

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WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich break down the Blackhawks’ 1-1-1 start to the 2024-25 season, highlighting the team’s gritty bounce-back victory over Edmonton after a heartbreaking overtime loss to Winnipeg just 24 hours earlier. They also predict Teuvo Teravainen’s goal total for the season and discuss his growing chemistry with Connor Bedard.

Plus, Charlie interviews new Blackhawks TV play-by-play announcer Rick Ball, who shares stories about his journey into broadcasting, recounts his most memorable call, and offers insights into his approach to the game.

To wrap things up, Charlie attempts to unravel the mystery behind the reigning Western Conference champion Oilers’ shocking 0-3 start to the season, where they’ve been outscored 15-3.

Charlie Roumeliotis recaps the Blackhawks’ 5-2 win against the Edmonton Oilers. Charlie and Troy Murray talk about the Hawks getting their first win of the season and their bounce-back effort after a tough loss last night. Later on, hear reaction from the Blackhawks’ locker room.

The Blackhawks wrap up their season-opening 4-game road trip on Tuesday, October 15th at the Calgary Flames. WGN Radio’s coverage begins at 7:30 PM with Charlie Roumeliotis’ pregame, then John Wiedeman and Troy Murray on the call at 8 PM.

Chicago Blackhawks vs. Edmonton Oilers – October 12th, 2024

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Chicago Blackhawks at Winnipeg Jets – October 11th, 2024

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Charlie Roumeliotis recaps the Blackhawks’ 2-1 OT loss against the Winnipeg Jets. Charlie and Troy Murray talk about the tough loss for the Hawks in overtime and the emphasis on playing a full 60 minutes. Later on, hear reaction from the Blackhawks locker room.

The Blackhawks are right back at it tomorrow on the road against the Edmonton Oilers. WGN Radio’s coverage begins at 8:30 PM with Charlie Roumeliotis’ pregame, then John Wiedeman and Troy Murray on the call at 9 PM.

Charlie Roumeliotis recaps the Blackhawks’ 5-2 loss against the Utah Hockey Club. Charlie and Troy Murray talk about the Blackhawks better play after the 1st period and the struggles of the power play.

The Blackhawks continue their season-opening road trip on Friday, October 12th in Winnipeg to face the Jets. WGN Radio’s coverage begins at 6:30 pm with Charlie Roumeliotis’ pregame, then John Wiedeman and Troy Murray on the call at 7 pm.

Chicago Blackhawks at Utah Hockey Club – October 8th, 2024

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