On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, President and CEO John McDonough sits down 1-on-1 with Pat Boyle to discuss his "realistic optimism" about the upcoming season. McDonough also discusses Marian Hossa's impact on the franchise and reflects on the three Stanley Cups the team won in the last decade.

0:51 - McDonough feeling optimistic about Blackhawks

2:00 - The passion of Blackhawks fans

3:17 - His thoughts on the Blackhawks offseason moves

4:31 - Excitement for trip to Europe

5:59 - Marian Hossa's impact on the organization

7:24 - The void Hossa left on the Blackhawks

8:37 - Has Hossa been offered a front office job?

9:16 - On a new era of sports in Chicago

10:24 - How McDonough savored the three Stanley Cups