Blackhawks Breakaway

Blackhawks Breakaway

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 7, 2026 53 mins

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to the 2026 NHL Draft lottery results, highlighted by the Toronto Maple Leafs' stunning jump from No. 5 to No. 1 overall. They also discuss the Blackhawks falling to No. 4 and share early thoughts on their options before tossing to Pat’s 1-on-1 interview with GM Kyle Davidson following the lottery. TSN draft analyst Craig Button then joins...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis hand out individual grades for the defensemen, goaltenders, and head coach Jeff Blashill as they put a bow on the 2025-26 season.

How did Louis Crevier and Wyatt Kaiser grade out in their breakout seasons on the back end? What steps do Artyom Levshunov and Sam Rinzel need to take to raise their grades next year? And how should Alex Vlasic’s seaso...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the opening week of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, highlighting standout performances from former Blackhawks like Jason Dickinson and Brandon Hagel, who are off to strong starts with their respective teams. Then, Pat and Charlie shift their focus to the Blackhawks’ 2025–26 season, handing out individual grades for the forward group. How do...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap the Blackhawks’ multi-goal comeback win over the San Jose Sharks in the season finale and reflect on the season as a whole. They discuss the team’s 11-point improvement, what it says about the trajectory of the rebuild, and why there’s legitimate reason for optimism heading into next year.

They also dive into exit interviews, where Connor B...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by three-time Stanley Cup champion and CHSN Blackhawks analyst Alec Martinez. They share their early impressions of No. 3 overall pick Anton Frondell, discuss his development path, and explain why the Swedish Hockey League helped prepare him for the NHL.

They also dive into Tyler Bertuzzi’s career year after he surpassed his personal b...

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March 25, 2026 48 mins
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down No. 3 overall pick Anton Frondell’s NHL debut, discussing what stood out in his game, including his lethal shot, his 200-foot play, his hockey sense, and where he could fit on the power play.

They also debate whether Frondell projects best as a long-term second-line center or as Connor Bedard’s top linemate. Plus, they discuss Frondel...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down how the Blackhawks have already surpassed last season’s point total with 15 games still to play, and why that marks meaningful progress even if it doesn’t quite feel like it.

They dive into Connor Bedard’s game, Frank Nazar’s hot streak, and Artyom Levshunov’s promotion to the top pairing. The guys also debate whether Louis Crevier des...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis reflect on the passing of former Blackhawk and beloved broadcaster Troy Murray. They remember his legacy, reminisce about the good times, and share personal stories about the impact he had on their lives. Later, three-time Stanley Cup champion and new CHSN Blackhawks analyst Alec Martinez makes his podcast debut to discuss his transition from pl...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis recap the Blackhawks’ four-game road trip coming out of the Olympic break. They break down the blown leads, with all three losses unfolding in similar fashion and discuss whether the growing pains of learning how to close out games are simply part of the process.

The guys also dive into the need for more depth scoring beyond Connor Bedard, the fu...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis put a bow on the 2026 Olympic men’s hockey tournament, where Team USA captured gold over Canada to snap a 46-year drought. They break down Connor Hellebuyck’s heroic performance in net, Jack Hughes’ overtime game-winner, and a flawless 18-for-18 penalty kill that powered the Americans to victory. Plus, Pat and Charlie discuss Patrick Kane’s last...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ defensive-zone coverage tweaks and adjustments to their power-play zone entries as the team returns to practice and treats it like a mini training camp. They discuss why the changes were made and how the penalty kill’s aggressiveness helped play a role in the decision-making. They also dive into Kevin Korchinski’s call...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis evaluate the state of the Blackhawks heading into the Olympic break and recap the grueling stretch of 21 games in 40 days. They discuss the team’s power-play struggles, what needs to change coming out of the break, and Wyatt Kaiser’s injury, including whether it could impact Chicago’s approach at the NHL trade deadline. Pat and Charlie also hand...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Chicago’s 6-3 win over the San Jose Sharks to snap a five-game winless skid. The guys highlight the third line of Ryan Donato, Jason Dickinson and Ilya Mikheyev, who led the charge by combining for 10 points. Pat and Charlie also dive into the Connor Bedard vs. Macklin Celebrini matchup, addressing the comparisons between the back-to-...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down why Chicago’s power play has gone cold with a 0-for-17 stretch over the last seven games, and discuss recent unit shake-ups and practice adjustments aimed at fixing it. They also dive into Connor Bedard's game as he has just one goal in his last eight games since returning from a shoulder injury, and what the Blackhawks can do to get h...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down a memorable weekend for the Blackhawks, highlighted by the return of longtime former captain Jonathan Toews. They discuss Toews receiving one of the loudest and longest ovations ever at the United Center and reflect on his lasting impact on the city of Chicago and the Blackhawks community. Pat and Charlie also weigh in on Chicago Bear...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down a wild week for the Blackhawks, as a stomach virus ripped through the locker room, including Connor Bedard. They explain just how bizarre Friday’s game was and also discuss Drew Commesso’s 36-save shutout in Nashville for his first career NHL win. They also dive into Saturday’s Chicago sports frenzy and how the Blackhawks are capitali...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss the looming return of Connor Bedard, who spoke to the media for the first time about his shoulder injury since Dec. 12. They also react to Bedard being left off Team Canada’s initial 25-man roster for the 2026 Olympics and examine his mature response and mindset.

Pat and Charlie also break down the Blackhawks’ 4-0-0 start to 2026, how th...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks’ 4-1-1 stretch since the three-day holiday break and discuss why the time off came at the perfect moment for a team navigating the losses of Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar. The guys dive into head coach Jeff Blashill’s impact during a low point, including his use of positive reinforcement after the ugly 7-3 loss to Pittsb...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis provide an update on Connor Bedard, who was spotted skating on his own before practice for the first time since suffering a shoulder injury on Dec. 12. The guys also break down the weekend games in Dallas and Pittsburgh, discuss the team’s continued struggles in the second game of a back-to-back this season, and more. Pat and Charlie also dive i...

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks being hit hard by the injury bug, with Frank Nazar sidelined for four weeks in addition to Connor Bedard already being out. They discuss the impact of their absences, who could step into expanded roles, and why Nick Lardis could be one of those players.    The guys also dive into the seven total challenges over the last ...
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