Later, we hear from Patrick Kane, Bowen Byram, and head coach Jeff Blashill.

To wrap up, Jack talks about and shares audio from Blackhawks social media about the new way the Hawks are celebrating their player of the game by honoring the great Troy Murray.

Charlie also talks about Sam Rinzel’s goal before wrapping up the show by previewing Chicago’s next matchup against Matthew Schaefer and the New York Islanders on Thursday at UBS Arena.

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To kick things off, Charlie and Kevin talk about Patrick Kane’s return to the United Center, the White Sox playoff run, and the Bears upcoming match up against the Green Bay Packers before Bleacher Nation writer Tab Bamford joins the show to talk about the Hawks dynasty and how Patrick Kane’s return to the team will affect the younger players.

Later, Steve Konroyd joins to talk about the rough start to the season for the Blackhawks and how Connor Bedard’s return might change their fortunes.

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Charlie and Jack discuss the latest developments from practice, the new defense pairings, Bowen Byram’s return after his wife gave birth to twin girls, and the latest on Connor Bedard.

They wrap up the show by looking ahead to Patrick Kane’s highly anticipated return to the United Center on Tuesday for the Blackhawks’ home opener.

Later, we hear from Anton Frondell, Alex Vlasic, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on the blown leads from last season and why it’s important that doesn’t carry over into this season too.

Charlie wraps up the show by previewing Chicago’s next matchup against their Central Division rival St. Louis Blues on Tuesday for their home opener, which will be Patrick Kane’s official United Center re-debut with the Blackhawks.

Later, we hear from Ian Cole, Frank Nazar, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on why the Blackhawks’ young leaders will need to step up after the team lost several key voices from last season’s leadership group.

Charlie wraps up the show by previewing Chicago’s next matchup against former Blackhawks defenseman Louis Crevier and the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday to wrap up their season-opening three-game road trip.

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Later, we hear from Kane, Bowen Byram, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Charlie wraps up the show by previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Utah Mammoth on Thursday to continue their three-game road trip.

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Charlie and Jack also break down the Opening Night roster and the intriguing line changes made by head coach Jeff Blashill on the eve of the season opener. Plus, they dive into why the Blackhawks’ offense could be a strength this season and outline a possible path towards playoffs.

Charlie and Jack wrap up the show with an injury update on Connor Bedard, including a prediction for when he could make his season debut.

Later, we hear postgame audio from Kantserov and Frondell. Charlie wraps up the show by previewing Chicago’s season opener against the reigning Western Conference champion Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday to kick off a three-game road trip.

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Charlie shares his thoughts on Arvid Soderblom’s terrific performance, the penalty kill, and Patrick Kane’s preseason debut in his second go-around with the Blackhawks. He also talks about the struggles offensively at even strength, Oliver Moore’s five-year extension, and more.

Charlie wraps up the show by previewing Chicago’s preseason finale against St. Louis on Saturday at the United Center.

Charlie wraps up the show by talking about Nick Lardis getting more minutes this season, Artyom Levshunov and Anton Frondell’s performances tonight, and by previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center on Thursday.

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Charlie and Jack also break down Connor Bedard’s five-year, $75 million contract extension, explaining why they believe it was a fair deal for both sides. They also discuss Bedard’s shoulder injury and when he could return to the lineup.

Finally, they highlight the biggest takeaways from the Blackhawks’ 2026-27 schedule release, including the team’s decision to move weeknight home games from 7:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Charlie and Jack also share their thoughts on the Blackhawks’ free-agent additions, including depth forward Cole Smith and veteran two-time Stanley Cup champion defenseman Ian Cole. They also discuss the Andre Burakovsky trade and who could end up skating alongside Connor Bedard.

Finally, Charlie and Jack recap the Blackhawks’ 2026 NHL Draft class, highlighted by second-round selections Xavier Villeneuve, an electrifying offensive defenseman, and Ryan Roobroeck, a power forward with plenty of upside.

They also debate when the Blackhawks will once again become a destination franchise, not just from the organization’s perspective, but from a player’s. When will Chicago be a place elite talent wants to come to again?

Charlie and Jack also preview the 2026 NHL Draft, sharing how they expect the board to unfold before the Blackhawks make the No. 4 overall pick. Could Ivar Stenberg still be available? What about defenseman Chase Reid? They weigh in on those possibilities, discuss what it would take for Chicago to trade the pick, and much more.

Finally, Charlie and Jack reflect on the career and legacy of former Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews following his official retirement from the NHL.

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Charlie and Jack also break down the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the No. 1 overall pick and why Auston Matthews’ future could become a major storyline this summer. They examine the San Jose Sharks’ pivotal decision at No. 2 overall — whether to take the best available forward or defenseman — and how that choice could impact Chicago’s options.

They also touch on early mock drafts from experts, the Blackhawks’ first-round pick from the Florida Panthers being deferred to 2027 after falling within the top-10 protection, and more.

Later in the show, Mike Palm of Circa joins to break down the latest NHL trends and storylines in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Can the Edmonton Oilers make a third straight run to the Stanley Cup Final? Are the Dallas Stars already in trouble against the Minnesota Wild? He weighs in on that and more.

Charlie and Jack close out the show by debating whether Connor Bedard is ready for a potential captaincy next season and highlighting key offseason dates to watch.

Then, we hear from Blackhawks chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz, who announced before the game that GM Kyle Davidson has signed a multi-year contract extension. We also hear from Connor Bedard after his two-point performance in the finale.

Charlie wraps up the show by dissecting the upper echelon of the 2026 NHL Draft class and looking ahead to key offseason dates heading into the summer.

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Later in the show, Mike Palm of Circa joins to break down the latest NHL trends and storylines, including the Pacific Division race, an anticipated Eastern Conference matchup between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers, and the upcoming offseasons for the Detroit Red Wings, Washington Capitals, and Columbus Blue Jackets.

Charlie and Jack close out the episode by recapping Friday’s Blackhawks Hall of Fame induction ceremony, honoring inaugural members Duncan Keith, Steve Larmer, and Troy Murray.

Charlie and Steve also dive into a deep conversation on the trajectory of the Blackhawks’ rebuild and why the Sabres are a good reminder of why it’s important to collect high-end draft picks.

Later, we hear from Ryan Donato, Wyatt Kaiser, and head coach Jeff Blashill. 

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on goaltender Adam Gajan’s first professional start with the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks in Wednesday’s season finale at the United Center.

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Later, we hear from Ryan Greene, Lafferty, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on Ilya Mikheyev’s two-goal performance as he hits the 200-point mark in his NHL career.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on 2024 first-round pick Marek Vanacker and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the red-hot Buffalo Sabres on Monday at the United Center.

Later, we hear from Frondell, Louis Crevier, and head coach Jeff Blashill before Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on the overall pipeline and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the St. Louis Blues on Saturday at the United Center in the Blackhawks’ Hall of Fame Game.

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Later in the show, Mike Palm of Circa joins to break down the latest NHL trends and storylines, including the San Jose Sharks’ surprise playoff push, the New York Islanders’ decision to fire Patrick Roy and hire Peter DeBoer, and the Eastern Conference playoff race.

Charlie and Jack close out the episode by looking ahead to the Blackhawks’ Hall of Fame Weekend.

Later, we hear from Frank Nazar, Anton Frondell, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares some other quick-hitting thoughts, such as Bedard hitting the 200-point mark in his NHL career, Ryan Donato snapping a 15-game goal drought, the Blackhawks and Sharks overtime records, and more.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing an update on the Blackhawks’ OHL prospects advancing in the playoffs and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday at the United Center to open a four-game homestand.

Later, we hear from Boisvert, Soderblom, Alex Vlasic, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares some other quick-hitting thoughts, such as Teuvo Teravainen snapping his 15-game goal drought, Ryan Donato’s game-high six shots on goal, and Connor Bedard hitting the 199-point mark in his NHL career.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on Mason West and previewing Chicago’s final road game of the season against Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center on Monday.

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Later, we hear from Teuvo Teravainen, Wyatt Kaiser, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts on former Blackhawks alternate captains Connor Murphy and Jason Dickinson talking about winning cultures and rebuilding as a whole.

Charlie wraps up the show by providing a Blackhawks prospect update on goaltender Adam Gajan and previewing Chicago’s next matchup against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday.

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