Chicago Blackhawks

At a press conference this afternoon, the Chicago Blackhawks introduced Connor Bedard as the second-youngest captain in team history. Listen to the complete press conference below.

• Danny Wirtz, Kyle Davidson, and Jeff Blashill posing with Connor Bedard to announcing him as the next Captain for the Blackhawks.(C. Roumeliotis/WGN Radio)
• Connor Bedard named Captain for the Blackhawks poses with Patrick Kane and Tyler Bertuzzi (C. Roumeliotis/WGN Radio)
• Danny Wirtz, Connor Bedard, Kyle Davidson, and Jeff Blashill at the Season Opening Press Conference. (C. Roumeliotis/WGN Radio)

Steve Konroyd joins John Williams and Kevin Powell to talk about joining John Wiedeman in the WGN Radio broadcast booth as the new full time color analyst. Steve tells John and Kevin about the big shoes he has to fill, the wonderful job done by studio host Roumeliotis, what it’s like working with John Wiedeman, the challenge of finding the perfect chemistry with your broadcast partner, and what he is excited to see on the ice this season.

NHL Hall of Famer and Blackhawks great Jeremy Roenick joins Jon Hansen to talk about The Helping Hands Network and its efforts to fund programs for young adults with special needs. Roenick will be teeing off in the 2026 Celebrity Golf & Games Day Outing, happening Monday, August 17 at Twin Orchard Country Club.

WGN Radio Chicago Blackhawks studio host Charlie Roumeliotis joins John Landecker on the show to talk about the return of Patrick Kane to the Blackhawks! Charlie talks about the decision to bring 88 back, how he will fit in with the current group of Hawks, and more!

On the latest episode of Blackhawks Live, WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich react to the news of Patrick Kane signing a two-year contract with the Blackhawks. They discuss what his return means for the organization, where he fits in the lineup, and what expectations should be for the reunion.

Charlie and Jack also break down Connor Bedard’s five-year, $75 million contract extension, explaining why they believe it was a fair deal for both sides. They also discuss Bedard’s shoulder injury and when he could return to the lineup.

Finally, they highlight the biggest takeaways from the Blackhawks’ 2026-27 schedule release, including the team’s decision to move weeknight home games from 7:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Charlie Roumeliotis, WGN Radio’s Chicago Blackhawks pre and post-game anchor and host of Blackhawks Live, joins Lisa Dent to celebrate the return of Patrick Kane to the Chicago Blackhawks. While fans are excited just to have Kane back in the city, there’s much excitement around the potential synergy between him and Connor Bedard on the ice. With the combination of both Kane’s and Bedard’s talent, as well as the overall desire for Kane’s return to happen, the team and fans alike believe this could be a great year for the Blackhawks.

WGN Radio Chicago Blackhawks studio host Charlie Roumeliotis joins John Williams and Andy Masur to talk about the return of the great Patrick Kane to the Hawks! Charlie says that the Hawks feel like Patrick Kane can still produce at a high level, why this deal makes sense for the team moving forward, if he believes that Kane will be Connor Bedard’s linemate, and how Bedard and Kane are both going to benefit from each other. Welcome back #88!

Patrick Kane will go down as one of the greatest players to ever put on a Chicago Blackhawks uniform. After signing a two-year $16M contract with the ‘Hawks on Thursday , he’ll get to don that familiar sweater yet again. Charlie Roumeliotis, studio host for Blackhawks games on WGN Radio, joins Bob Sirott and Andy Masur to react to the news that has Chicago buzzing. Roumeliotis talks about potential reasoning for the reunion, the impact the future Hall of Famer will have on the roster, and whether will be named captain of the team.

On the latest episode of Blackhawks Live, WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich break down the Blackhawks’ trade for Bowen Byram from the Buffalo Sabres and his six-year contract extension with a $12.5 million cap hit. They discuss why the Blackhawks are investing in Byram as their No. 1 defenseman and the price they paid to acquire him.

Charlie and Jack also share their thoughts on the Blackhawks’ free-agent additions, including depth forward Cole Smith and veteran two-time Stanley Cup champion defenseman Ian Cole. They also discuss the Andre Burakovsky trade and who could end up skating alongside Connor Bedard.

Finally, Charlie and Jack recap the Blackhawks’ 2026 NHL Draft class, highlighted by second-round selections Xavier Villeneuve, an electrifying offensive defenseman, and Ryan Roobroeck, a power forward with plenty of upside.

Charlie Roumeliotis, WGN Radio’s Chicago Blackhawks pre and post-game anchor and host of Blackhawks Live, joins John Landecker to recap the Hawks draft and look ahead to what they might do in free agency.