CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast

On this edition of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi dig into an article published by Daily Faceoff about the outlook for the NHL in 2030. Paul Pidutti believes Chicago will be a top team in the NHL in 5 years, is it fair or a reach?

The Chicago Blackhawks have locked up a key piece of their future, signing Frank Nazar to a seven-year deal worth just under $6.6 million per year, per reports. The CHGO Blackhawks Podcast crew breaks down what this extension means for the rebuild, how Nazar fits alongside Connor Bedard, and what fans can expect moving forward. We’ll also discuss the impact on prospects like Oliver Moore and the direction under new head coach Jeff Blashill. Don’t miss this emergency podcast on one of the biggest moves of the offseason!

The Athletic published their annual NHL Front Office Confidence Rankings, and things didn't look great for the Blackhawks. Are fans losing faith in GM Kyle Davidson's plans, or are too many "casuals" voting? We discuss on today's CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

On this edition of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi react to TSN’s Travis Yost’s rankings of the Blackhawks wingers in the organization and what to expect from them this upcoming season. Plus, the guys continue answering you Mailbag Monday leftovers questions.

It’s Mailbag Monday on CHGO Blackhawks. Today, Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski answer all your Blackhawks and NHL questions, including which unexpected Hawks could turn out to be cornerstone players in Chicago and what it feels like at the first day of training camp.

Get an inside look at the 2025 Chicago Blackhawks Prospect Pyramid and discover which young stars are rising fast! Inspired by Mario Tirabassi’s latest article, we break down the top prospects, their strengths, and who could make a big impact for the Blackhawks in the coming seasons. From draft picks to breakout talent, this is your ultimate guide to Chicago’s future on the ice. Don’t miss our analysis on the players who could shape the next era of Blackhawks hockey!

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, we dive deep into Jeff Blashill’s coaching system and how it will impact the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2025-26 NHL season. We break down his offensive, defensive and neutral zone strategies, and how his system could maximize stars like Connor Bedard, Frank Nazar and Artyom Levshunov.

The Chicago Blackhawks are entering their Centennial Season, so today on CHGO Blackhawks, we’re going to look back and rank the best eras of Blackhawks hockey. We’ll call it…the Eras Tour. No one has ever done that before, right?

The CHGO Blackhawks crew looks ahead to the Chicago Blackhawks roster of 2030, projecting which current stars, prospects, and future draft picks could define the next era of hockey in Chicago. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi look into the crystal ball to see what the Blackhawks organization might look like seven years from now — Who is the captain of the team? Who is the face of the franchise? Is Kyle Davidson still GM? From Connor Bedard leading the charge to key prospects developing into NHL stars, we break down the possible future core. Plus, Would You Rather Wednesdays continues as we imagine the future of the Blackhawks and their 2030 lineup.

TSN’s Travis Yost ranked the Blackhawks defensive corps among the other 31 teams in the NHL. Where do they stack up in his eyes, and how is Wyatt Kaiser viewed by people around the league? We’ll discuss that, as well as some new revelations about the Blackhawks coaching staff today on CHGO Blackhawks.

It’s Mailbag Monday on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. Today, we’ve got some mid-summer trade ideas, and Happy Gilmore 2 movie review, and what a successful season looks like for the Blackhawks.

📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter August 8th, 2025 has been declared “Patrick Kane Day” in the City of Chicago. To celebrate, Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski will share eight of their favorite Patrick Kane highlights, today on CHGO Blackhawks. 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

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, Greg Boysen reveals his Top 5 Blackhawks prospects. Greg and Jay Zawaski also remember Stan Mikita seven years after his passing, and revisit the Dominik Hasek trade, which happened 33 years ago today.

The CHGO Blackhawks crew discuss the upcoming release of EA Sports' newest NHL game...NHL 2026. Is the game worth the buy? Is it better than previous versions? How can EA best show Connor Bedard's game? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi discuss the best parts of the game and what's left to improve.

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.