Best Player Recognition Podcasts (2025)

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EMERGENCY POD: Chicago Blackhawks TRADE Lukas Reichel to Vancouver | CHGO Blackhawks 17:28

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The Chicago Blackhawks have traded former first-round pick Lukas Reichel to the Vancouver Canucks for a 2027 fourth-round pick. The CHGO Blackhawks crew of Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski break down the deal on this emergency podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use o…

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Friday Focus: Trump cancels trade talks with Canada and targets Russia with sanctions 17:56

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Friday Focus provides listeners with a focused, half-hour masterclass on the big issues, events and trends driving the news and current events. The show features Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, in conversation with Rudyard Griffiths, Chair and moderator of the Munk Debates. Rudy…

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How the Chicago Blackhawks Can Turn Heads and Change Expectations 9:59

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The Chicago Blackhawks are at the end of their rebuild and are surprisingly performing at a high level this season. In this video, we break down how key players, including Connor Bedard & Frank Nazar, and strategic coaching moves are helping Chicago exceed expectations. From breakout performances to smart roster decisions, we analyze what it will t…

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BLACKHAWKS POSTGAME: Ryan Donato WINS Bloody Battle vs Lighting! | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:07:53

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After a hard-fought matchup, Ryan Donato leads the Chicago Blackhawks to victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning in a thrilling, physical showdown. On this CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, we break down Donato’s game-winning performance, while also highlighting Frank Nazar, Connor Bedard, and Spencer Knight, who all had standout games for their teams. The cre…

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Why Wyatt Kaiser's STRONG Start to the Season Has Blackhawks Fans Excited! | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:03:47

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Wyatt Kaiser’s strong start to the 2025 season has Chicago Blackhawks fans buzzing. The young defenseman’s skating, confidence, and decision-making have stood out early on, and the CHGO Blackhawks crew breaks it all down with special guest Steve Peters. Peters joins Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi to analyze Kaiser’s film, highlight what’s working …

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When Will the Blackhawks Get the RECOGNITION They’ve Earned? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:02:20

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The CHGO Blackhawks crew of Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi dive into a fan-fueled Mailbag Tuesday asking: When will the Chicago Blackhawks finally get the recognition they’ve earned? The guys discuss Connor Bedard’s growing stardom, Frank Nazar’s development, and how Jeff Blashill’s system is shaping this young core. Plus, they answer your biggest…

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Putin's hold over Trump and Pierre Poilievre makes a stunning accusation 31:55

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To listen to the full episode consider becoming a donor to the Munk Debates for as little as $25 annually, or $.50 per episode. Canadian donors receive a charitable tax receipt. Rudyard and Andrew begin with the war in Ukraine and Trump denying Zelensky's request for Tomahawk long range missiles. Russia has suffered mass casualties - more than 400,…

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Nick Foligno RETURNS to the Chicago Blackhawks After Family Health Scare | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:02:35

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Chicago Blackhawks Captain Nick Foligno re-joined the team for practice today following a leave of absence to attend to his daughter’s heart surgery. There’s positive news on her health, the incredible support his family has received, and Foligno’s perspective on how the team has performed in his absence. The CHGO Blackhawks crew — Jay Zawaski and …

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Frank Nazar, Blackhawks Win OT Thriller vs Ducks | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast 1:02:52

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The Blackhawks pulled out a thriller on Sunday, scoring late to take the lead 1-0 and then hold off the Ducks in OT 2-1. Join the CHGO Blackhawks crew, Jay Zawaski with guest Greg Boysen as they break down the win at the United Center. PLUS, Mario Tirabassi calls in from the United Center. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.a…

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Jeff Blashill & Blackhawks SCREWED by refs in loss to Canucks | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast 1:03:31

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterThe Blackhawks got out to an early 2-0 lead after the 1st period. However, like they did yesterday in Dallas, the Vancouver Canucks fought back valiantly to tie the game. In the 3rd, Tyler Bertuzzi seemingly scored the go-ahead goal for Chicago, but it was called off due to "Goalie Inter…

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Friday Focus: Hamas's public executions and Zelensky presses Trump for Tomahawk missiles 18:26

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Friday Focus provides listeners with a focused, half-hour masterclass on the big issues, events and trends driving the news and current events. The show features Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, in conversation with Rudyard Griffiths, Chair and moderator of the Munk Debates. Rudy…

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Trump's Middle East diplomacy and why Canada should re-evaluate its auto sector subsidies 26:40

9d ago26:40

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To listen to the full episode consider becoming a donor to the Munk Debates for as little as $25 annually, or $.50 per episode. Canadian donors receive a charitable tax receipt. Should Donald Trump win the Nobel Peace Prize? Andrew thinks we should wait to see how this ceasefire unfolds before heaping praise on the US President. The current cessati…

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Lukas Reichel STEPS UP as Chicago Blackhawks Dominate St. Louis Blues | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME 1:10:50

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The Chicago Blackhawks dominated the St. Louis Blues on the road in a statement win, led by Lukas Reichel’s two-goal performance. Frank Nazar, Connor Bedard, Ryan Donato, Teuvo Teravainen, Ryan Greene, and Jason Dickinson all scored as Jeff Blashill’s squad exploded offensively away from home. The CHGO Blackhawks crew Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabass…

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CEO Danny Wirtz Talks Blackhawks Rebuild, Future & 100-Year Celebration! | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:01:21

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Chicago Blackhawks Chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz joins the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast for an exclusive interview on the team’s rebuild, future vision, and the 100-year Centennial Celebration. Wirtz shares insight into the organization’s commitment to developing young stars like Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar while building a foundation for long-term suc…

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Chicago Blackhawks Get FIRST WIN Over Utah & Spencer Knight Shines! | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME 59:43

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The Chicago Blackhawks earned their first win of the season in a thrilling, close game against the Utah Mammoth at the United Center! Spencer Knight shone in net, keeping the team in the game, while Andre Burakovsky and Ilya Mikheyev scored key goals. Nick Foligno, Wyatt Kaiser, and head coach Jeff Blashill also made important contributions in this…

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BLACKHAWKS POSTGAME: Connor Bedard SCORES, Blackhawks Still Fall vs Canadiens | CHGO Blackhawks 1:12:42

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The Chicago Blackhawks played in their home opener Saturday night against the Montreal Canadiens. It was an exciting 2nd period that saw both teams score a pair of goal. Connor Bedard netted his 2nd of the season while Sam Rinzel scored his first career goal. It came down to the final minutes of the 3rd period with the teams still tied at 2. But ag…

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How will the NHL's rising salary cap IMPACT the Chicago Blackhawks in 2026 Free Agency? 10:48

15d ago10:48

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Jack Eichel, Connor McDavid, Kirill Kaprizov and Kyle Connor has signed contract extensions with their respective teams, and it could have major ripple effects across the NHL — including for the Chicago Blackhawks. With 2026 free agency shaping up to be a pivotal moment for Chicago’s rebuild, how does the changing face of free agency impact what GM…

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Friday Focus: Trump's Gaza deal, the details that could derail it, and the Middle East's new power players 34:40

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Friday Focus provides listeners with a focused, half-hour masterclass on the big issues, events and trends driving the news and current events. The show features Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, in conversation with Rudyard Griffiths, Chair and moderator of the Munk Debates. Rudy…

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Connor Bedard SCORES in a valiant Blackhawks' effort in Boston | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast 1:00:50

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterThe Chicago Blackhawks played valiantly, but fell in an overtime effort to the Boston Bruins. Connor Bedard netted his first goal of the 2025-26 NHL season, along with assisting on a Louis Crevier wrister. How close are the Hawks to winning close games like these? Plus, how did Alex Vlas…

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How can Colton Dach UNLOCK Connor Bedard as lines change? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 59:21

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterBlackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill made a lineup tweak to the top line after losing to the Panthers on opening night of the NHL season. Ryan Donato and Colton Dach swap spots on Connor Bedard’s wing. How can this change affect Bedard and Dach’s impact? Plus, Alex Vlasic is healthy and r…

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Frank Nazar BRIGHT SPOT in Chicago Blackhawks Loss to Panthers | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast 1:04:27

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By Mario Tirabassi, Jay Zawaski

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Trump sends in the National Guard (again) and Mark Carney goes to Washington 29:58

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Blackhawks 2025 Season Predictions! Bedard, Key Players & Expectations | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:02:14

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By Greg Boysen, Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi

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BLACKHAWKS POSTGAME: Chicago’s Young Players Fail to Make Impression in Loss vs Blues | CHGO Blackhawks 1:02:56

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The Chicago Blackhawks were done in by a tough 2nd period in the preseason finale versus the St. Louis Blues Saturday night. The Hawks were shut out while young players on the roster bubble failed to make a strong enough impression to cement a spot on the team’s opening day roster. Join Jay Zawaski and Greg Boysen as Mario Tirabassi reports live fr…

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Frank Nazar SCORES as Chicago Blackhawks fall short to the Wild | CHGO Blackhawks Postgame Podcast 1:00:53

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterDespite a furious rush from the Blackhawks at the end of the game, the Wild escaped Chicago with a 3-2 win at the United Center. The Blackhawks got goals from Frank Nazar and Nick Foligno in the loss. Join Greg Boysen and Jay Zawaski in studio, and Mario Tirabassi from the United Center …

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Friday Focus: Trump gives Hamas an ultimatum and how "AI slop" is working against productivity 26:24

22d ago26:24

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Friday Focus provides listeners with a focused, half-hour masterclass on the big issues, events and trends driving the news and current events. The show features Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, in conversation with Rudyard Griffiths, Chair and moderator of the Munk Debates. Rudy…

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Chicago Blackhawks preparing for FINAL AUDITIONS of the preseason | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:00:21

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterThe final two preseason games for the Chicago Blackhawks may still provide head coach Jeff Blashill and GM Kyle Davidson some information regarding final roster decisions. Where will players like Ryan Greene, Oliver Moore, and Lukas Reichel end up? Does Matt Grzelcyk sign with the Blackh…

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Trump's military speech ramblings should concern every Canadian 36:02

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Rudyard and Andrew unpack the speeches made this week by U.S. Secretary of Defense Hegseth and President Trump to over 800 military generals. Trump indicated he wants to use American cities as training grounds to fight the enemy within. In plain terms, he wants to stick the military on dissenters in the United States. How much more alarming could t…

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Has Lukas Reichel played his LAST game with the Blackhawks? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 59:09

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterNHL Insider Frank Seravalli said yesterday the the Blackhawks are currently working on a trade to deal Lukas Reichel out of town before the season starts on Friday. Has Reichel played his last game with the Hawks or will this be an on-going drama headed into the season? Plus, Jeff Blashi…

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Colton Dach IMPRESSES with goal in Hawks' loss to the Red Wings | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast 1:02:01

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterIn this CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Greg Boysen break down Chicago’s preseason loss at home against the Detroit Red Wings. While the effort was present for the Hawks, they were unable net enough to beat the Red Wings. Colton Dach netted the team's only goal. CHGO Bl…

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Frank Nazar Was a TANK As Chicago Blackhawks Take Down Wild! | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast 1:02:20

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In this CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi break down Chicago’s dominant preseason win over the Minnesota Wild, led by Frank Nazar’s tank-like performance. Connor Bedard, Nolan Allan, Oliver Moore, and Ryan Donato made big impacts, showing why they’ll be key players this season, while Head Coach Jeff Blashill’s game p…

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Hawks Score LATE COMEBACK vs Blues for First Preseason Win | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:00:22

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The Chicago Blackhawks made a furious comeback in their second preseason game, erasing a 2-0 deficit with four, 3rd Period goals to pick up their first exhibition win of the yeart. Join CHGO Blackhawks hosts Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi as they break down all the action! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor in…

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Friday Focus: Trump's warning to European countries, and what Canada should learn from their mistakes 21:25

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Friday Focus provides listeners with a focused, half-hour masterclass on the big issues, events and trends driving the news and current events. The show features Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, in conversation with Rudyard Griffiths, Chair and moderator of the Munk Debates. Rudy…

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Is Kevin Korchinski DESTINED for Rockford IceHogs? | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:05:02

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The Chicago Blackhawks split into two very distinct rosters for Thursday’s practice, with one group looking like an NHL lineup and the other resembling an AHL squad. Kevin Korchinski was a notable name on the AHL side, raising questions about his future with the Blackhawks. With Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar leading the NHL roster, has Korchinski l…

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Carney's Palestinian statehood recognition comes without conditions and the powerful companies benefiting from Trump's authoritarianism 42:56

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What should we make of Canada's formal recognition of Palestinian statehood at the UN? What happened to the conditions the government had originally tied to this recognition? Andrew believes the Carney administration is both trying to send a signal to the ascending Israeli right and join a broader coalition with the other countries - Britain, the U…

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Connor Bedard, Chicago Blackhawks DROP first Preseason Game to Red Wings | CHGO Blackhawks POSTGAME 59:16

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterThe Chicago Blackhawks dropped the Preseason opener to the Detroit Red Wings, 3-2. Connor Bedard and Wyatt Kaiser notched goals for the Hawks. Join the CHGO Blackhawks crew, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi as they breakdown the Hawks' first in-game action of the 2025-26 Season!An ALLCITY…

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Jeff Blashill breaks down Blackhawks Special Teams | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:02:00

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In the final full practice before the Chicago Blackhawks begin preseason action, head coach Jeff Blashill emphasized the special teams work alongside a 40-minute scrimmage in Monday’s practice. How can he utilize and maximize players like Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar in those situations. Plus, Mailbag Monday questions, Oliver Moore’s opportunity t…

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Jeff Blashill’s Blackhawks BAG SKATE in Day Two of Training Camp | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast 1:01:54

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📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletterThe Chicago Blackhawks were put to the conditioning test in Day Two of training camp by head coach Jeff Blashill. Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi discuss their takeaways from the second day of training camp and how Blashill’s approach is resonating around the locker room on this edition …

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Friday Focus: ABC capitulates to Trump and what to expect in Canada's upcoming federal budget 25:21

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Friday Focus provides listeners with a focused, half-hour masterclass on the big issues, events and trends driving the news and current events. The show features Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, in conversation with Rudyard Griffiths, Chair and moderator of the Munk Debates. Rudy…