Chicago Blackhawks

Joe Brand recaps the Blackhawks’ 5-0 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Joe and Troy Murray discuss the frustration that the Blackhawks players were showing on the ice. Then, we hear audio from Andrés Tejeda highlighting Lukas Reichel’s return to Rockford. Later, we hear postgame audio from Jarred Tinordi, Reese Johnson, and Luke Richardson.

The Blackhawks remain at home on Saturday, March 2nd, as they take on the Colorado Avalanche. WGN Radio’s coverage starts at 6:30 pm with Joe Brand’s Pregame Show, then John Wiedeman with Troy Murray on the call at 7:00 pm.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Colorado Avalanche – February 29th, 2024

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WGN Radio’s Joe Brand recaps the biggest and busiest day of the Blackhawks’ season last night from Chris Chelios getting his number retired to Patrick Kane’s return to the United Center to Kane’s game-winner in overtime. Joe shares stories and audio from last night’s star-studded game. Joe wraps the show with producer Jack Heinrich’s news from around the NHL.

Sports anchors Joe Brand and Kevin Powell are live from The Barn Hockey Bar in honor of Chris Chelios jersey retirement ceremony at the United Center before the Chicago Blackhawks take on the returning Patrick Kane and the Detroit Red Wings.

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Joe Brand recaps the Blackhawks 3-2 OT loss to the Red Wings on Chris Chelios jersey retirement night. It was a memorable night with Chris Chelios getting his jersey raised to the rafters and the return of Showtime Patrick Kane to the United Center.

The Hawks took a late lead deep into the 3rd period but succumbed to the chance of victory when another former Blackhawk, Alex DeBrincat, netted the game-tying goal to send the historic night into overtime. Before the game, Chris Chelios said during his pregame ceremony, “Just be careful, don’t go stealing my thunder today, OK?” it was indeed Patrick Kane scoring the overtime dagger on an epic night,

Joe and Troy discuss the memorable/heartbreaking loss tonight and reflect on a special night on Madison Street.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Detroit Red Wings – February 25th, 2024

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Steve Dale is joined by legendary hockey broadcaster Mike “Doc” Emrick to discuss his love for pets. Emrick The return of Patrick Kane this evening as he returns to the United Center as a Detriot Red Wing for his first matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks in Chicago on Chris Chelios day. Doc discussed his NHL midseason predictions and gave some insight into his professional broadcasting career in hockey, including stories of Chris Chelios on his special day as the Blackhawks retire his number seven jersey.

Joe Brand recaps the Blackhawks 3-2 OT loss to the Winnipeg Jets. Joe and Troy discuss the disappointing loss tonight and how the Hawks worked to come back from their deficit. We hear some postgame audio from coach Richardson and some callers who were disappointed in Bedard’s effort.

The Blackhawks remain home to take on the Detroit Red Wings, Sunday February 25th when the Blackhawks retire Chicago legend Chris Chelios’ number WGN Radio’s coverage starts at 2pm with Joe Brand and Kevin Powell live from The Barn Hockey Bar. Joe Brand’s Pregame Show follows at 4:30. Then John Wiedeman with Troy Murray on the call at 5:00pm.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Winnipeg Jets – February 23rd, 2024

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Joe Brand recaps the Blackhawks 3-1 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. Joe and Troy discuss the disappointing loss tonight. The Flyers did a good job of jamming up opportunities for the Blackhawks. Joe is joined by Chris Vosters to share his thoughts on how the Hawks did. We hear some postgame sound from Colin Blackwell and one disappointed caller.

The Blackhawks remain home to take on the Winnipeg Jets, Friday February 23rd. WGN Radio’s coverage starts at 7:00 pm with Joe Brand’s Pregame Show, then John Wiedeman with Troy Murray on the call at 7:30 pm.