Blackhawks make minor systematic tweaks, Olympic talk, and more

Blackhawks make minor systematic tweaks, Olympic talk, and more

Author: Chicago Sports Network February 20, 2026 Duration: 32:57
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-up and the opportunity in front of him while Wyatt Kaiser recovers from a lower-body injury, and debate whether the Blackhawks should return to an 11-forward, seven-defensemen lineup coming out of the break.To wrap up, Pat and Charlie recap an electric Olympic men’s hockey quarterfinal round, highlighted by three of four games going to overtime. They break down Team Canada’s dramatic win over Czechia that nearly turned into an upset, Team USA’s gutsy victory over Sweden, and more.

Tune in to Blackhawks Breakaway for the kind of insider perspective that feels like a conversation at the United Center. Hosted by Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis, this Chicago Sports Network production digs deeper than the scores, offering candid interviews directly from the locker room and analysis that captures the pulse of the team. You’ll hear the immediate reactions after a big win or a tough loss, get clarity on roster moves, and understand the narratives shaping the season as they unfold. It’s the audio companion for anyone invested in the franchise’s journey, providing context and access that goes beyond the highlight reel. This podcast thrives on the details-the shift in a player’s role, the strategy behind a coaching decision, the atmosphere within the organization. Whether the team is building momentum or facing a challenge, Boyle and Roumeliotis are there to break it down with the knowledge of seasoned insiders. New episodes arrive twice a week, every Tuesday and Friday, keeping you connected throughout the entire NHL calendar. For fans who live and breathe Blackhawks hockey, this is your regular, essential listen.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Duration: 49:18
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Duration: 44:29
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How the Blackhawks move forward with Connor Bedard sidelined [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:21
On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down Connor Bedard’s upper-body injury, which he suffered with 0.8 seconds left in St. Louis, and discuss the latest update tha…
Making the Olympic case for Connor Bedard and Spencer Knight [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:30
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Connor Bedard, Blackhawks snap skid with wild comeback win [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:26
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Duration: 38:32
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