It’s unofficially the beginning of the Connor Bedard era of Chicago Blackhawks hockey. After being selected first overall in the NHL Draft in June, Bedard’s on-ice debut has been long-awaited by Blackhawks fans and hockey fans alike. While this was not his official NHL debut, which will come on October 10 in Pittsburgh, this was the first time he was…
The Connor Bedard era officially began in Chicago Thursday night, albeit in preseason fashion. Philipp Kurashev got the Hawks on the board first with a goal in the 2nd period. But, in what added to the drama of the game, 3 periods weren’t enough as a Blues goal in the 3rd period forced overtime. Andreas Athanasiou netted the game-winner in…
The Blackhawks continued their training camp at Fifth Third Arena on Friday. Join Greg Boysen, Mario Tirabassi, and Jay Zawaski for the latest developments from camp and hear from Blackhawks leaders and players on this episode of CHGO Blackhawks. Watch the YouTube Replay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dumNVW03PN4 Subscribe to the Show Follow the Hosts
It’s finally that time of year when the ice is the freshest, the optimism is highest, and somehow the locker room is a smelly as ever. It’s the opening of Chicago Blackhawks training camp. Since May 8, 2023, Blackhawks fans have been waiting for their opportunity to see Connor Bedard in action with the organization. There was a sampler platter…
Driving home from Nashville, TN, following the NHL Entry Draft last June, the CHGO Blackhawks crew was on a buzz. Not only did the Chicago Blackhawks draft prized prospect Connor Bedard first overall, but they also added a slew of talented youngsters, including Oliver Moore, Adam Gajan, Martin Mišiak, and Nick Lardis. Typically, the newest draft picks would join the…
At long last, top pick Connor Bedard made his official debut at Chicago Blackhawks Training Camp. Hear from Bedard himself, and hear what the CHGO Crew has to say after watching his first official practice with the team with Jay Zawaski, Greg Boysen and Mario Tirabassi on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. Watch the YouTube Replay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1D_H0PnttzA Subscribe to the Show…
The Chicago Blackhawks officially opened their Prospect Training Camp ahead of this weekend’s Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase in Minnesota. Who stood out? Jay Zawaski, Greg Boysen, and Mario Tirabassi let you know in this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast. Watch the YouTube Replay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwvQZal7aP8 Subscribe to the Show Follow the Hosts
The Athletic has revealed its Top Prospect Pipelines, and the CHGO Crew has a few issues with the list. Where did Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks land? We’ll reveal the list and give our thoughts on this episode of CHGO Blackhawks. Watch the YouTube Replay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYM1_U2GYoo Subscribe to the Show Follow the Hosts
If you know me and/or have been familiar with my take on hockey prospect rankings over the past few years, you’ll know my affinity towards a tier or “pyramid” system over ranking players 1-10/20/50/1,000 numerically. There are just too many debates over these kinds of lists that really get you into the weeds of where a player is in their…
When the Chicago Blackhawks opened their development camp on Friday, everyone knew the main focus of the coverage would be the arrival of number one overall pick Connor Bedard. The 17-year-old center entered the draft as the most hyped prospect since Edmonton’s Connor McDavid, and expectations are already sky high. What we did not expect was how much of an…