CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast

The NHL just released its Top 20 Defensemen list, and Bowen Byram was notably left off after being teased as a potential inclusion. So just how close is the new Chicago Blackhawks defenseman to cracking that list? Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi, and Greg Boysen break down Byram's numbers, his overall game, and how he compares to the defensemen who made the NHL's Top 20 while looking at what he needs to do to make the jump into that group. 

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It's Mailbag Monday! Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi answer your questions about the Chicago Blackhawks, including breaking down what the team's defensive pairings could look like heading into the 2026-27 season. With Bowen Byram, Alex Vlasic, Artyom Levshunov, Sam Rinzel, Kevin Korchinski, Wyatt Kaiser and more in the mix, who plays together and who could be fighting for a spot? Plus, Jay and Mario tackle all of your latest Blackhawks questions in this week's Mailbag Monday. 

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The Chicago Blackhawks brought Patrick Kane back to Chicago, but who else was on Kyle Davidson’s radar this offseason? On the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down the potential free-agent and trade targets Chicago considered beyond Kane. With Connor Bedard, Frank Nazar and the Blackhawks’ young core entering a critical stage, who could have added scoring, depth and experience to the lineup? 

 

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What went into the Chicago Blackhawks' decision to bring Patrick Kane back? In this exclusive interview, General Manager Kyle Davidson walks through the entire process, from evaluating the roster and identifying what the team still needed, to discussions with the front office and coaching staff, contingency plans if he reached free agency, and why this offseason was the right time to make the move. Davidson also shares how the growth of the Blackhawks' young core influenced the decision and what Kane's return means for the organization's next step toward contention. 

 

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Join Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast as they break down NHL.com's fantasy projections and debate whether the Chicago Blackhawks offense is finally strong enough to contend in the 2026-27 NHL season. The crew dives into projections for Connor Bedard, Patrick Kane, Frank Nazar, and the rest of Chicago's top offensive weapons, discussing scoring potential, breakout candidates, and what it all means for the Blackhawks' playoff hopes. If you're looking for the latest Chicago Blackhawks news, Connor Bedard analysis, Patrick Kane updates, and NHL fantasy hockey insights, this episode has you covered.

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