CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast
Hop on the ride! The CHGO Blackhawks Podcast is the No. 1 Chicago Blackahwks Podcast in the world! Hosted by Jay Zawaski, Greg Boysen and Mario Tirabassi, the show runs five times per week and features credentialed reporting from each practice and game as Connor Bedard and Company build toward another championship era at the United Center! There is no other outlet that devotes as many resources to Blackhawks hockey so make sure to join us now!
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Colliton talks Toews, lawyer Kent Sinson on the...
In the special episode of the Madhouse Podcast, Jay Zawaski and James Neveau are joined by Kent Sinson of the Sinson Law Group. Kent catches us up on the Brad Aldrich scandal and gives his thoughts on the case so far. The guys also share some fresh Jeremy Colliton audio and discuss the tragic passing of former Blackhawks Jimmy Hayes.
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Nylander & Hagel sign, Hawks fan survey, rememb...
In this episode James Neveau (Johnny Downturn) and Jay Zawaski (Podcast Rusty) discuss the new deals for Alex Nylander and Brandon Hagel, recap The Athletic's Hawks fan survey and remember Tony Esposito.
56 min
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Fleury is in the fold, Toews hits the town, Wir...
Marc-Andre Fleury is official on board with the Blackhawks. James and Jay discuss what it means for the team's expectations heading into the season. They also discuss Danny Wirtz's pledge to make the finding of the Brad Aldrich investigation public.
38 min
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Marc-Andre Fleury will play for Blackhawks (08....
From the moment the Blackhawks traded for Vegas goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury, questions about his future arose. Would he retire? Would he demand a trade? Those questions have been answered.
17 min
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Blackhawks Free Agency Wrap Up (07.29.2021)
It was a busy 24 hours for the Blackhawks, as they added forwards Tyler Johnson and Jujhar Khaira and defenseman Jake McCabe.
46 min
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Marc-Andre Fleury is a Blackhawk, or is he? (07...
The Blackhawks shocked the hockey world on Tuesday, trading for reigning Vezina Trophy winner Marc-Andre Fleury, but the celebration was quickly spoiled when rumors of unhappiness and even retirement started to make the rounds. Will Fleury ever play for the Blackhawks? James Neveau and Jay Zawaski discuss on this Madhouse Podcast.
25 min
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Blackhawks pass on qualifying Suter and Kampf, ...
Monday was the NHL's deadline to qualify restricted free agents, and while Nikita Zadorov, Alex Nylander and Brandon Hagel got new offers, Pius Suter and David Kampf did not. Meanwhile, Blackhawks legend Niklas Hjalmarsson is calling it a career.
50 min
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Blackhawks acquire Seth Jones, draft Nolan Alla...
The Chicago Blackhawks have acquired Seth Jones, but at a massive cost of both assets and money. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau break down the trade, and try to make sense of the Blackhawks first round selection of defenseman Nolan Allan.
48 min
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Duncan Keith traded to Oilers, Hawks kicking ti...
One of the greatest Blackhawks in the history of the franchise is now an Edmonton Oiler. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski react to the news and look ahead at what's next for the Blackhawks.
57 min
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Toews reveals cause of year long absence, ESPN ...
Wednesday, Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews broke his silence, revealing that he's been dealing with what he called "Chronic Immune Response Syndrome." In a piece with Mark Lazerus, Toews also hinted at long-haul COVID as a possibility. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau react to the news, then share ESPN's broadcast crew for next season.
27 min
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Blackhawks hire independent investigator, Foley...
The Blackhawks / Brad Aldrich scandal is just getting started. Monday, the team reportedly hired an "independent investigator" to oversee the matter. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau react to the on going story, then discuss Pat Foley's last season behind the mic.
44 min
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Laura Saba talks Canadiens, Stanley Cup Final (...
Laura Saba, Habs fanatic and host of the Locked on Canadiens Podcast, joins the Madhouse Podcast's James Neveau for some Canadiens talk and a Stanley Cup Final preview.
41 min
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Hawks targeting star defensemen Jones and Hamil...
Accoring to reports, the Blackhawks are pursuing defensemen Seth Jones and/or Dougie Hamilton. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski react to the rumors, address Nikita Zadorov's wacky contract demands, then get to the ugly allegations against the Hawks.
44 min
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Hawks ink Reichel, '10 Cup Memories, Expansion ...
The Blackhawks have signed their top unsigned prospect Lukas Reichel. The guys react, then speculate on who might go in the upcoming Expansion Draft.
59 min
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Blackhawks to pick 11th, Ryan Wagman previews t...
50 min
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Blackhawks mailbag, NHL Playoff talk (05.25.2021)
In this episode of the Madhouse Podcast, James Neveau and Jay Zawaski answer some listener emails, and talk NHL playoffs. Be sure to join us on HotMic on Thursday at 8:30pm to watch Carolina/Nashville. Download the free HotMic app and use code MADHOUSE when you sign up.
59 min
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INTERVIEW: Evan F. Moore previews his book, "Ga...
In this special episode of the Madhouse Podcast, James Neveau and Jay Zawaski welcome writer and author Evan F. Moore. Evan's book, "Game Misconduct: Hockey's Toxix Culture and How to Fix It" is out via Triumph Books on October 12th, but is available now for preorder.
39 min
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'Hawks busy offseason underway, we adopt a play...
The Blackhawks season is over, but their offseason is off to a busy start. They've agreed to terms with forward Henrik Bogstrom and goaltender Arvid Soderblom and have a ton of roster decisions ahead of them in what will be a fast and furious offseason. We also adopt our team for the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs. YOU'LL NEVER GUESS WHO WE PICKED!
49 min
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Hawks drop finale 5-4 in OT, end of season hono...
The Blackhawks season has officially come to an end, as the Hawks drop Game 56 5-4 in OT to the Dallas Stars. The game was emblematic of the Blackhawks season...started promising despite what the underlying numbers were showing, then ending with a whimper. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski break down the loss, then hand out their end of season honors for MVP, Player of the Year, Most Surprising, Most Disappointing, and more!
63 min
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Blackhawks beat 'Canes 2-1 in OT (05.06.2021)
The Blackhawks have finally halted their six game slide, beating the Hurricanes in OT. Alex DeBrincat was the hero, but Riley Stillman's first career goal and Collin Delia's stellar performance in goal can't go ignored, either. Jay Zawaski breaks down the win and updates a couple of big in-game injuries for the Blackhawks.
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Hawks lose 6th in a row, NHL fails on Wilson di...
Tuesday night, the Blackhawks lost 6-3 to Carolina, their sixth loss in a row. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski break down the loss, then discuss the league's handling of Tom Wilson's nonsense on Monday night. They also answer your listener emails.
50 min
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Hawks on life support, Boqvist out for season (...
After a 7-4 loss to Tampa on Tuesday night, the Blackhawks have a 2.9% chance at making the playoffs. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau discuss the loss, and react to the week's biggest stories in Blackhawksland, including Andrew Shaw's retirement and Adam Boqvist's broken wrist.
48 min
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Shaw calls it quits, Stillman re-ups (04.26.2021)
Monday, two-time Stanley Cup Champion Andrew Shaw announced that he's stepping away from hockey after dealing with more concussion issues. Jay Zawaski reacts to the news and discussed defenseman Riley Stillman's new contract on this mini-Madhouse Podcast.
26 min
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Hawks beat Preds 5-4 in OT, Toews status update...
Wednesday night, the Blackhawks overcame a 4-1 3rd period deficit to defeat the Nashville Predators. Jay Zawaski breaks down the win, then shares an update on the status of Blackhawks Captain Jonathan Toews.
28 min
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Preds beat Hawks 5-1, Kalynuk injured (04.19.2021)
Another huge game, another loss for the Blackhawks, as the lose to Nashville for the sixth time this season, this time 5-2. In those six games, the Blackhawks have managed only eight total goals.
Jay Zawaski and James Neveau break down the loss on this postgame Madhouse Pod.
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