About this episode

The episode discusses Connor Bedard's shoulder surgery and its implications for the Blackhawks, along with insights from Alec Martinez on recent team acquisitions.

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis discuss Connor Bedard undergoing shoulder surgery that will sideline him for approximately four months, what it means for the Blackhawks to begin the 2026-27 season without him, and whether a Patrick Kane reunion could be a realistic option to help boost the offense. Later, three-time Stanley Cup champion and CHSN Blackhawks analyst Alec Martinez joins the show to break down the Blackhawks' acquisition of Bowen Byram, the Leo Carlsson offer sheet, and much more.

People in this episode

Hosts: Pat Boyle, Charlie Roumeliotis

Guest: Alec Martinez

Topics covered

• Connor Bedard
• shoulder surgery
• Blackhawks season
• Patrick Kane reunion
• Alec Martinez
• Bowen Byram acquisition
• Leo Carlsson offer sheet

Keywords

• Connor Bedard
• shoulder surgery
• Blackhawks
• Patrick Kane
• Alec Martinez
• Bowen Byram
• Leo Carlsson
• NHL
• hockey
• 2026-27 season

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Blackhawks, CHSN, Bowen Byram, Leo Carlsson

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