CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, we welcome Chris Peters of FloHockey. Chris covered the World Juniors Summer Showcase, and will let us know how Blackhawks prospects Sacha Boisvert, AJ Spellacy, and Marek Vanacker fared, and what it means for their WJC futures.

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, President of Business Operations Jaime Faulkner joins the show to discuss the 2025-26 promotional calendar and the events surrounding the Centennial season ahead.

It’s Mailbag Monday on CHGO Blackhawks! Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi answer your biggest offseason questions — including what to expect from Spencer Knight next season, how the Blackhawks' leadership group might shape up, and much more.

As part of their 100th season celebration, the Chicago Blackhawks are launching a team Hall of Fame. We’ll let you know who we voted for, and who should be inducted in the years to come, today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter Could Matthew Tkachuk and the NHL's newest dynasty, the Florida Panthers, give Patrick Kane and the 2013 Blackhawks a run for their money in the Stanley Cup Final? The CHGO Blackhawks crew, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi, discuss this dream matchup AND about some historic deadline trades for the Hawks. An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freeblackhawks. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO’ at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Head to https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 and use code chgohawks50 to get 50% off. That’s code chgohawks50 at https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 to get 50% off! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Blackhawks #ChicagoBlackhawks #HopOnTheRide

As the 2025-26 Blackhawks season approaches, it's becoming hard to see a roster spot for Lukas Reichel. Does he have a spot with the team? Will he be a Blackhawk on opening night? If he makes the team, what should his role be? All that and much more today on CHGO Blackhawks.

The Athletic published the results of their annual Chicago Blackhawks fan survey on Tuesday. How confident are Hawks fans in Kyle Davidson’s rebuild? We’ll share the results and tear into our Mailbag leftovers on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

It's Mailbag Monday on CHGO Blackhawks. Today, Jay Zawaski and special guest host Greg Boysen answer your Blackhawks and NHL questions, including how they would grade the Blackhawks' offseason so far.

The Rockford IceHogs will be stacked with exciting young talent this season, and Blackhawks fans should be paying close attention. On this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, we break down which IceHogs players could make a major impact in Rockford—and eventually join Connor Bedard in Chicago. From top prospects like Drew Commesso, Samuel Savoie, and Nick Lardis to other breakout candidates, we highlight the names you need to know. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of the Blackhawks organization!

What shortcoming on the Chicago Blackhawks would you fix for this season only, and how would you do it? Plus, how should we remember Nick Foligno as Blackhawks Captain and can anyone in the East stop the Panthers? Join Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen on today’s CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

Who can build the ultimate Blackhawks roster of the new millennium? Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen go head-to-head in a fantasy draft of the best Chicago Blackhawks players since 2000. From legends like Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews to underrated fan favorites, it's a GM showdown you don’t want to miss. Join the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast for a fun, mid-summer draft battle!

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter Is Wyatt Kaiser the odd-man out in the Chicago Blackhawks’ young rotation of defensemen, or is he a piece of the future in the organization? Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen of Chicago Hockey Now discuss that, where The Athletic’s Scott Wheeler redrafted Frank Nazar, Sam Rinzel, and Kevin Korchinski in his 2022 re-draft, and more on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freeblackhawks. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO’ at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Head to https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 and use code chgohawks50 to get 50% off. That’s code chgohawks50 at https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 to get 50% off! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Blackhawks #ChicagoBlackhawks #HopOnTheRide

On this edition of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi finish answering YOUR mailbag questions. Does Connor Murphy have the most value among Chicago Blackhawks veterans? How can the Blackhawks best utilize their connection to the Rockford IceHogs? And, most importantly, what is Connor Bedard's career ceiling? That and more on today's episode.

We’re back for another Mailbag Monday episode as Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi answer your Blackhawks questions. Is Nick Lardis or Marek Vanacaker some of the biggest sleeper prospects in the system? Which Blackhawks are you inviting to the summer BBQ? Which game could be a Hollywood movie? That and more on today’s CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

Former NHL video coach Steve Peters, known from “Inside the Coaches’ Room,” joins Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi for an in-depth discussion on the state of the Chicago Blackhawks as the 2025-26 season approaches. They break down key storylines, including the impact of Connor Bedard and the team’s rebuild outlook. Plus, stick around for a fun “True or False” game covering hot topics around the league. Don’t miss this insightful episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!

Kyle Davidson has already made big moves this offseason, but could the Chicago Blackhawks still have another trade up their sleeve? The CHGO Blackhawks crew breaks down potential trade targets, areas of need, and what another move could mean for Connor Bedard and the team's rebuild. With names still swirling around the rumor mill, anything is possible before training camp. Don’t miss this deep dive into what could be next for the Blackhawks this summer.

The Chicago Blackhawks are deep into their rebuild, but how does their prospect pipeline stack up against the rest of the NHL? We’re joined by The Athletic’s Scott Wheeler, who just released his full NHL prospect pool rankings, to break down where the Blackhawks system stands in 2025. From Connor Bedard, Frank Nazar to Oliver Moore and Anton Frondell, we dive into the biggest names shaping Chicago’s future. Don’t miss this in-depth conversation on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!

While the Chicago Blackhawks are still mired in a rebuild, we’re going to look ahead a few years to predict who will be their main rivals when things turn around. All that and your Mailbag questions, today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

What if Patrick Kane never scored in 2010? What if the Blackhawks kept Artemi Panarin or drafted differently during the dynasty years? In this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, we rank the Top 10 biggest “What Ifs” in Chicago Blackhawks history — from Jonathan Toews’ injuries to trades that could’ve cost (or saved) Stanley Cups. These are the moments that shaped — or could’ve changed — the legacy of a dynasty.

Can the Chicago Blackhawks take a big leap in 2026? From Connor Bedard’s breakout potential to key players like Anton Frondell and Frank Nazar, plus the possibility of Lukas Reichel being traded, the CHGO Blackhawks crew shares bold predictions for a pivotal season. Will the Hawks surprise everyone with a playoff push or continue rebuilding? Don’t miss this deep dive into what 2026 could mean for the franchise’s future!