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Chicago Sports Network
Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis bring you the latest news, updates, and interviews from inside the locker room with the Chicago Blackhawks. Follow along all season as they Blackhawks take their next step on their quest for greatness. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
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May 16, 2017 • 24min
Ep. 30: Scott Darling gets emotional as he leaves Chicago for Carolina
On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, former Blackhawks goalie Scott Darling joins Pat Boyle to discuss his favorite memories with the Hawks, joining the Hurricanes and what happened vs. Nashville in the playoffs?
Plus, Tracey Myers and Charlie Roumeliotis join Pat to discuss Richard Panik’s extension, Artemi Panarin at the World Championships and OHL phenom Alex DeBrincat’s chances of making the big club next season.

May 11, 2017 • 26min
Ep. 29: Bryan Bickell talks life after hockey
On the latest episode of Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle is joined by former Hawk, Bryan Bickell. Bickell discusses his early retirement due to his multiple sclerosis diagnosis and what's next for him and his family. Bickell also talks about the charity event he and his wife are planning in Chicago this summer, A Fetching Affair, which will benefit abused children and dogs, including a new program to provide MS patients with service dogs.
Then, Pat Boyle sits down with Mark Kelley, the Blackhawks Vice President of Amateur scouting. Kelley talks about the Hawks drafting philosophy and reflects on OHL phenom and Blackhawks prospect, Alex DeBrincat.

May 3, 2017 • 22min
Ep. 28: How many cooks will determine Kitchen’s replacement?
On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Pat Boyle sits down with Tracey Myers and Charlie Roumeliotis to discuss the trade of Scott Darling. The trio gives their favorite Darling moment and how this puts an end to any Corey Crawford trade rumors.
They also discuss the puzzling story from Artemi Panarin where he told a Russian reporter that he was fatigued going into the playoffs and how the team did the Bread man a solid allowing him to go after his performance bonus.
Lastly, the crew weighs in on what might be missing from the Hawks roster and how the decision process may go to replace Mike Kitchen.

Apr 26, 2017 • 23min
Ep. 27: Assistant coach Mike Kitchen and Rockford head coach Ted Dent fired
On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast Tracey Myers and Pat Boyle discuss Stan Bowman’s season ending presser and the coaching dismissals of Mike Kitchen and Ted Dent. Plus, what are Bowman’s top three things on his off-season to do list?
Also, Tracey plays the Blackhawks roster game, part of their future or unclear.

Apr 21, 2017 • 24min
Ep. 26: Does a core member of the Blackhawks need to be moved this summer?
On the Hawks Talk Podcast Steve Konroyd and Jamal Mayers join Pat Boyle to breakdown the Hawks disappointing first round playoff loss to Nashville.
Why did the top seed go down in four games? Was it more compete level or roster makeup?
The guys discuss if a member of the core group needs to be moved this summer, to free up salary for a playoff proven player.
They also rundown the young Hawks players on the roster and tell us if they are part of the team’s plan or if their future is unclear.

Apr 18, 2017 • 20min
Ep. 25: How will the Blackhawks react to being on the brink of elimination?
CSN's Chris Boden and Tracey Myers reflect on the first three games of the playoff series against Nashville and how the Blackhawks have handled an 0-3 deficit in the past. Find out what it will take for the Hawks to make a comeback against the Predators.

Apr 18, 2017 • 33min
Ep. 24: Hawks pushed to the brink in Nashville
Take a listen as Pat Boyle, Steve Konroyd and Jamal Mayers break down the Blackhawks third period collapse in Nashville. The guys debate whether Corey Crawford was interfered with on the Predators' second goal of the game. Plus, hear from Coach Q, Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane and Corey Crawford.

Apr 16, 2017 • 31min
Ep. 23: What went wrong for Blackhawks in game two loss?
PAT, STEVE AND JAMAL BREAKDOWN GAME 2…WANT WENT WRONG, AND CAN THE HAWKS BOUNCE BACK ON MONDAY NIGHT, AND IN THE SERIES?
PLUS HEAR FROM TOEWS, KANE, CRAWFORD, AND QUENNEVILLE FROM THE UNITED CENTER.

Apr 14, 2017 • 14min
Ep. 22: Blackhawks lose game one of the Stanley Cup Playoffs to Predators 1-0
On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast CSN's Pat Boyle, Steve Konroyd, and Jamal Mayers break down Game 1 of the Blackhawks 1-0 loss to the Predators.
The guys debate the no delay-of-game call, which cost the Hawks a five-on-three opportunity, the Blackhawks lack of net front presence, and preview Game 2. What adjustments will they need to make to solve Pekka Rinne?

Apr 12, 2017 • 21min
Ep. 21: Previewing Round 1 of Blackhawks-Predators
On the latest Hawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Tracey Myers preview the first round match-up with the Predators. They discuss the return of Anisimov, Hayden and Tootoo on the 4th line and how this is the healthiest and most rested the Hawks have been in the playoffs since 2013.
Boyle also sat down with Tanner Kero on the eve of game 1 to talk about the forward's role vs Nashville.
They also discuss the Predators defenseman, led by PK Subban and how active they are in the offensive zone. Plus, the Hawks better be careful on the power play and how Corey Crawford has the upper hand over Pekka Rinne, no matter what happened back in 2015.


