In this special episode of the Madhouse Podcast, we bring back the highlights of some of our conversations during our Hot Mic broadcast. We discussed Brent Seabrook's retirement and welcomed Russ Dorsey of the Chicago Sun-Times. We also raised over $400 for South Suburban Humane Society in memory of Jay's dog Rey. If you'd like to chip in, check the episode notes for the link to donate.

Despite putting forth their best effort of the season, Victor Hedman's game-winner with 0.1 left in overtime left the Hawks without the precious second point. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski break down the loss and look ahead to the next two games coming this weekend with the Lightning.

Sunday night, Patrick Kane scored the 400th goal of his illustrious NHL career. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski spend the first half of the podcast discussing his place in the history of the Chicago Blackhawks and the NHL. Later, they discuss Nicholas Beaudin's demotion, Nikita Zadorov's inconsistent play, and much, much more.

After a tough three-game stretch against Carolina and Detroit, the Blackhawks have bounced back nicely, taking 4 points from the Columbus Blue Jackets. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau break down the game and wonder how much of this did Stan Bowman REALLY see coming? Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

Despite taking 4 points in their two games vs Detroit, the Blackhawks play of late has been slipping. Friday night, it fell even lower, after the Hawks took it on the chin 5-3 to the Carolina Hurricanes. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau discuss the slightly concerning trend, then talk about the NHL's marketing failures and the merits (in general) of tanking for the top overall pick.Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

Despite putting forward one of their worst efforts of the season, the Blackhawks captured a 3-2 overtime win over the lowly Red Wings in Detroit. Jay Zawaski takes this postgame solo, reacting to the game, and, as always, pointing out some of the positives in an otherwise ugly win. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

It was a rough day all around for the Chicago Blackhawks. This morning, the team announced they'd be without defenseman Connor Murphy, who is dealing with a hip injury, for 10-14 days, and that Andrew Shaw, who missed most of last season dealing with concussion symptoms, was placed on IR with another concussion. Then, the Hawks found themselves on the losing end of a 6-5 game with Columbus. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau break it all down on this postgame podcast. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

OK seriously...what's going on here? After taking 3 out of 4 points in their last series vs the Carolina Hurricanes, the Blackhawks went ahead and completed a series sweep vs the Dallas Stars, winning both games 2-1 in overtime. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau try to make sense of what it all means, and do their best to figure out how the Hawks will handle their unexpected logjam when the team gets healthier. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

When the Madhouse Podcast last met, James Neveau and Jay Zawaski prepared for a big test in the form of the Carolina Hurricanes. Well, the Blackhawks held their own, and then some. After losing 4-3 in the shootout on Tuesday, the Hawks hung on to beat the Canes 6-4 in a back-and-forth affair. The guys react to the win and look ahead to this weekend's even bigger test...the Dallas Stars. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

Shouldn't the Blackhawks be worse than they are? Their two top centers are gone for the foreseeable future. Their best natural goalscorer and best puck-moving defenseman are on the COVID list, along with three other regulars. They have three unproven goalies, but lo-and-behold, the Hawks are actually pretty competitive. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski discuss, then look ahead to four tough games with Carolina and Dallas coming up. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

The Blackhawks managed to sneak two points in their two-game set vs Nashville, but couldn't get the win. On the plus side, the team has gotten points in five straight games, but wins are what matter. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski talk about both losses, evaluate the goaltending race, and discuss Jeremy Colliton's ice time deployment. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

The 2021 Blackhawks season is all about development, and a trio of Blackhawks have emerged in this young season. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski discuss how forwards Pius Suter and Philipp Kurashev, and goalie Kevin Lankinen might accelerate the Blackhawks return to relevance, then look ahead to a tough upcoming schedule.Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

The NWHL season gets underway this weekend, and it's going to be a chaotic blast! James Neveau and Jay Zawaski welcome NWHL analyst Marisa Ingemi to the podcast. Marisa lays out how the season will work and gives us a few players to watch. Later, she shares her opinions on the future of the women's game. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

The Chicago Blackhawks have played 4 games, and have 1 point to show for their efforts. That said, the product on the ice is a little better than the results bear out. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski break down the good, the bad, the concerning, and the encouraging through the first week of the Blackhawks season. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

Welp, the Blackhawks are 0-3 to start their 2021 season. Losses aside, there are some bigger concerns, namely the apparent regression of Adam Boqvist. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau break down the loss, and as always, look for a few positives along the way. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

The Blackhawks dropped their opening game of the season, losing 5-1 to the Tampa Bay Lightning. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski break down the loss in this postgame podcast. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

Opening night has finally arrived hockey fans. In this episode, we reveal the Blackhawks 2021 roster and some opening night news items, then Caley Chelios scouts the Lightning. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

In this episode of the Madhouse Podcast, Jay and James react to Jeremy Colliton's new contract, make their season predictions, and, most importantly, interview Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

In the second episode of our 2021 NHL Central Division Previews, we talk Florida Panthers with George Richards of FloridaHockeyNow.com and Columbus Blue Jackets with Brian Hedger of the Columbus Dispatch. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

In the first episode of our 2021 NHL Central Preview Podcasts, we take deep dives on the Carolina Hurricanes with Alec Campbell and the Detroit Red Wings with life-long Red Wings fan and White Sox Radio Voice Len Kasper.Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

We're officially one week away from the puck dropping on the 2021 NHL season. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski begin this episode discussing Dylan Strome's new contract and Brent Seabrook being deemed "unfit to participate." Later, they take a look at some of the forward lines and defensive pairings and react to some of the news around the league. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

Just when you thought the news couldn't get worse for the Blackhawks, the team announced that 3x Stanley Cup Champion and Team Captain Jonathan Toews will be missing the start of the 2021 season with an undisclosed illness. The team also didn't have a timeline for Toews' return to the ice. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski react to the news and try to find some silver lining in the latest Madhouse Podcast. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

The bad news keeps coming for the Blackhawks, who announced that sophomore centerman Kirby Dach will miss the next 4-5 months. likely ending his 2021 season. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski react to the news and build their now Dach-less forward lines. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

In this episode of the Madhouse Chicago Hockey Podcast, James Neveau and Jay Zawaski react to the week's news, including the signing of veteran center Carl Soderberg and the long-term injuries to Kirby Dach and Alex Nylander. Later, the guys dive into the Blackhawks schedule. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod

ESPN's NHL Draft and Prospect Analyst Chris Peters joins the Madhouse Podcast to preview the upcoming World Junior Championships and to discuss the development of Kirby Dach, Adam Boqvist and Ian Mitchell. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a copy of Jay's book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the Chicago Blackhawks."Merch: Madhousepodmerch.comSponsors: TripleThreatSports.com, Merichkas.com, FryTheCoop.com, DrSquatch.com (use promo code MADHOUSE20 to save 20%)Music: Greg Henkin GregsGuitarLessons.com, Twitter.com/gregsgtrlessonsSupport: Patreon.com/MadhousePod