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

The NHL is officially returning to play on January 13th. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski layout the league's plans, and look ahead to what the 2021 season might hold. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a personalized 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

At long last, the Blackhawks organizational structure has been settled. Stan Bowman gets a promotion and is named President of Hockey Operations and GM, while Jaime Faulkner, formerly of E15, has been named President of Business Operations. James and Jay discuss what these moves mean for the future of the franchise and for Bowman's job security. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a personalized 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 NHL's latest target date has been set for January 13th, but there is still a lot of work to be done before the puck drops. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski discuss what the eventual return might look like, and if it's feasible or reasonable to have fans in the building. Later, they discuss some Blackhawks prospects, including Lukas Reichel, who will miss the WJC's after contracting COVID-19. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a personalized 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 welcome the Chicago Blackhawks newest employee, Kendall Coyne-Schofield. Kendall talks about her new roles as Player Development Coach & Youth Hockey Growth Specialist, and about the growth of women's hockey. Later, James and Jay discuss what the NHL divisions might look like in the 2021 season and Kirby Dach's impressive showing with Team Canada.Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a personalized 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 Zawaski and James Neveau discuss the Blackhawks new Reverse Retro jerseys, and the league's not-so-subtle attempt to hide the Native American logo in their campaign. Later, they discuss Brent Seabrooks' road back to hockey and what the league's return to play might look like. Visit madhousepod.com/book to order a personalized 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

At long last, Jay Zawaski's #Blackhawks book, 'The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawks," will be released on Tuesday, November 10th. In this episode, the guys break format, as James Neveau interviews his long-time podcast partner Jay Zawaski about the writing process and some of the things he learned during the process. You can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit madhousepod.com/book to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.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 it being the slowest time of the offseason, James Neveau and Jay Zawaski had a lot to talk about in this episode of the Madhouse Podcast. #Blackhawks head coach Jeremy Colliton was a guest on the Laz and Powers Podcast. The guys share a portion of the interview and react. Later, they discuss Kirby Dach's loan to Team Canada, the Blackhawks' Native American Heritage Month initiatives, and some of the new jersey concepts coming to the league next season. Jay Zawaski's new Blackhawks book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawk," out November 10th, but you can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit madhousepod.com/book to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.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

After sleeping on it for a day, James Neveau and Jay Zawaski revisit and react to the key moments of their interview with Stan Bowman (previous episode). Could Adam Boqvist start the season in Rockford? Could Bowman trade Kane or Toews if he wanted to? What makes Bowman believe in Jeremy Colliton? All that and more on this episode of the Madhouse Podcast. Jay Zawaski's new Blackhawks book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawk," out November 10th, but you can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit madhousepod.com/book to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.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

Blackhawks Vice President and General Manager Stan Bowman joined the podcast to discuss the future of the franchise, the team's recent decision to move on from Corey Crawford and Brandon Saad, and why he believes Jeremy Colliton is the right coach to lead the Blackhawks forward. Jay Zawaski's new Blackhawks book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawk," out November 10th, but you can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit madhousepod.com/book to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.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

Tuesday was a huge news day for the Chicago Blackhawks. The franchise, for the first time maybe in the history of the organization, was open and transparent in their current and future plans. James Neveau and Jay Zawaski react to the news, dissect some of Stan Bowman's comments and share their thoughts on the team's direction on this episode of the Madhouse Chicago Hockey Podcast. Jay Zawaski's new Blackhawks book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawk," out November 10th, but you can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit madhousepod.com/book to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.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

Unless you've been living under a rock, you know that the Blackhawks let Corey Crawford walk away, then traded Brandon Saad for zero future pieces. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau try to make sense of it all and draw a map to the Blackhawks competing again. Later, they discuss the Blackhawks core venting their frustrations at the recent moves. Jay Zawaski's new Blackhawks book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawk," out November 10th, but you can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit bit.ly/zawaskibook to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.Sponsors: 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

Corey Crawford is no longer a Chicago Blackhawks. The two-time Stanley Cup Champion will explore free agency, which begins on Friday. Jay Zawaski reacts to the news and looks ahead to what this could mean for the franchise going forward. Jay Zawaski's new Blackhawks book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawk," out November 10th, but you can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit bit.ly/zawaskibook to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.Sponsors: 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

With the 17th overall pick in the 2020 NHL Draft, the Blackhawks selected winger Lukas Reichel from the German DEL. Jay Zawaski and James Neveau react to the pick, share Ryan Wagman of McKeen's Hockey's scouting report, and project when and where Reichel might project. Later, they discuss the Blackhawks failed attempt to bring in Penguins goalie Matt Murray and take a closer look at the team's cap realities. Jay Zawaski's new Blackhawks book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawk," out November 10th, but you can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit bit.ly/zawaskibook to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.Sponsors: 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

Sunday afternoon, the Blackhawks shipped defenseman Olli Maatta to the LA Kings in exchange for forward Brad Morrison, and more importantly, significant cap space. Is this cap relief enough to sign Kubalik, Crawford and Strome? Jay Zawaski and James Neveau discuss in this episode of the Madhouse Chicago Hockey Podcast. Jay Zawaski's new Blackhawks book, "The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Blackhawk," out November 10th, but you can purchase a pre-release autographed copy today! Just visit bit.ly/zawaskibook to order. For the standard edition, visit http://www.triumphbooks.com/Big50Blackhawks.Sponsors: 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, GoFundMe.com/MadhousePod