The Blackhawks have a new management structure

The Blackhawks have a new management structure

Author: Chicago Sports Network December 18, 2020 Duration: 33:24

The Blackhawks have restructured their leadership and announced that Danny Wirtz will become CEO, Jaime Faulkner is the President of Business Operations, and Stan Bowman will become the President of Hockey Operations. Host Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis, and Scott King discuss the changes and how it will impact the Hawks moving forward.

(1:36) - Reaction to the new structure of the Blackhawks

(7:33) - Why the Hawks chose to split the hockey ops and business ops

(13:50) - Who had the say so to start the rebuild before the management restructuring?

(19:00) - Did job security for Stan Bowman play a role in rebuild?

(23:00) - New President of business operations Jaime Faulkner will connect with fans

(28:03) - The Blackhawks still need to win for this to work


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.
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