Podcast appearances and mentions of pat maroon

(00:00-11:42) What exactly is a bunion? The old 1380 days. The cobblestone used to take its toll on ankles. The Cat trying to drive through standing water. Taking a canoe down the Mississippi to New Orleans. Going up in The Arch.(11:50-21:36) Cards limping into Chicago. Somebody's gotta accidentally hit a homerun at some point, right? Cards 5 back in the division. A little concerned about Fedde right now. Speculating how to pronounce the name of the Blues player, Pius Suter. Doug's fireworks take has people riled up. Safety Ass Karen.(21:46-36:16) We're all OK after the fire alarm. Audio of Martin's interview with Pat Maroon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today is the day the former Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Duncan Keith finds out whether or not he is bound for the NHL Hall of Fame. We find out LIVE during the show whether or not the franchise cornerstone gets the call this year. Later, we are joined by Jérémi Plourde of McKeen's Hockey for prospect analysis. Plus, we purge our mailbag with leftover questions as we are just three days away from the NHL Draft. Join Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!

The Chicago Blackhawks made a trade this weeking, acquiring winger Andre Burakovsky from the Seattle Kraken in exchance for center Joe Veleno. We'll react to the deal, and welcome FloHockey's Chris Peters for a draft preview, today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

In this episode of CHGO Blackhawks, we spotlight two players the Hawks could pursue who haven't been part of the offseason conversation—until now. Who are they, why do they fit, and what would it take to bring them to Chicago? We break it all down.

On today's CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi react to Jonathan Toews signing a one-year deal with his hometown Winnipeg Jets. Plus, it's Diehards Day to finish CHGO's Spirit week so we let them pick today's topics. They include NHL Draft talk, prospect talk, a discussion about Oreos and more! An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freeblackhawks. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you're all set. #ad Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO' at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Head to https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 and use code chgohawks50 to get 50% off. That's code chgohawks50 at https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 to get 50% off! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Blackhawks #ChicagoBlackhawks #HopOnTheRide

On this edition of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi react to Ryan Donato's contract extension with the Blackhawks. What does it mean for the offseason plans and how does Donato impact the young Blackhawks moving forward? Plus, Spirit Week at CHGO continues with donations benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, so Jay and Mario open the chat to an all-encompassing AMA session!

The first big move of the Blackhawks' offseason is done, as Ryan Donato has signed a 4 year, $16 million deal to remain with the Chicago Blackhawks. Join Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski as they break down the news on this EMERGENCY PODCAST.

Spirit Week continues with a switcheroo today! Adam Hoge of CHGO Bears joins to discuss their impressions of the Chicago Blackhawks' offseason so far. Seth Jones is a Stanley Cup champion — but not with the Chicago Blackhawks. The veteran defenseman helped lead the Florida Panthers to their first-ever Stanley Cup title, raising questions about the Blackhawks' decision to move on from him. On today's CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, we break down Jones' impact on Florida's run, what it means for Chicago's rebuild, and how it reshapes his legacy. Don't miss our full reaction and analysis to the Panthers' championship and its Blackhawks connections!

We continue Spirit Week at CHGO with not one, but two mystery guests on today's show! Plus, what to make of the rumors gaining steam that the Blackhawks may trade the No. 3 pick? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi discuss that and more on this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

Which Chicago Blackhawks player is poised for a breakout next season? Can the Blackhawks realistically move up in the NHL Draft? Are the Blackhawks headed for a “catch-22” situation? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi answer all those questions AND MORE on this edition of a Mailbag Monday on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!

Who are the under-the-radar prospects the Chicago Blackhawks could target in the 2025 NHL Draft? With Connor Bedard as the cornerstone, the Hawks need to find value in later picks to build long-term success. In this episode, we break down dark horse draft targets, potential steals, and wishlist players who could make an impact in the future. Don't miss our full NHL Draft preview with expert analysis on who Chicago should keep an eye on. 

We are exactly two weeks away from the 2025 NHL Draft. Is the No. 3 pick still open to interpretation for the Blackhawks? Will they make their pick at No. 25? We are joined by NHL Draft Analyst Will Scouch to get some answers on those questions. Plus, the Oilers even the Stanley Cup Final with an overtime win in Game 4. Are the Panthers still primed to repeat? Join Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi on this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!

Is Kyle Davidson running out of reasons to wait on Anton Frondell? Could Anton Frondell be the immediate boost the Blackhawks need? The CHGO Blackhawks crew takes a closer look at Frondell's upside, NHL readiness, and how he could fit alongside Connor Bedard. With Chicago looking for more forward depth, the pressure is on to find help fast. Join us as we evaluate whether Frondell is part of the solution or still a work in progress.

Alex Vlasic is back with the CHGO Blackhawks to discuss his big summer including a gold medal at the IIHF World Championship and the hiring of Jeff Blashill as the new Chicago Blackhawks Head Coach. Later, we do our first installment of Would you Rather Wednesday! Alex Vlasic joins Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, Mario Tirabassi, and Jay Zawaski are joined by 2025 NHL Draft prospect Porter Martone. Martone talks about his process leading up to the draft, and what he could bring to Chicago if he's drafted third overall

It's Mailbag Monday, and we're answering all of your Blackhawks and NHL questions, including what a fully realied Connor Bedard looks like when he's in his prime. We'll also celebrate the 15th anniversary of the 2010 Cup win on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

The CHGO Blackhawks crew dive into a scouting report on Swedish player Anton Frondell. Can he be the Chicago Blackhawks' natural center of the future? And would drafting him be a reach?

Ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft and opening of Free Agency on July 1, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi lay out their expectations for the Blackhawks this season. How much impact will Jeff Blashill have in year one? Can the Blackhawks climb the NHL standings? What is reasonable to expect from the veterans and young players alike? That and more on this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

Big news for Blackhawks fans! The Chicago Sports Network is officially launching on Comcast this Friday, bringing expanded access to Blackhawks games and exclusive local coverage. On today's CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, we break down what this means for fans hoping to watch Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar shine, and how Kyle Davidson's vision is starting to take shape on and off the ice. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of Blackhawks broadcasts and what it means for the next era of hockey in Chicago.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Cary, NC on site of The Soccer Tournament following a massive opening game victory for Concafa SC. They chat about everything happening in the sports world including previewing tonight's game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals, everything happening around the NFL, MLB, and TST as a whole. They are also joined by some incredible guests including WWE Superstar Sheamus who is boots on the ground supporting Borussia Dortmund's TST Squad, US Men's National Team legend Jozy Altidore who is one of the coaches for Bournemouth FC, and 3x Stanley Cup Champion and NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow LIVE in Cary, NC. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's finally Stanley Cup Final time! It's a rematch from last year's Cup Final between the defending champion Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers. Can the Panthers repeat as Champions to keep the Stanley Cup in the Sunshine State again, or will Connor McDavid and the Oilers finally bring the Cup back to Canada after 32 years? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi give their predictions and more on this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast!

The CHGO Blackhawks crew are joined by hockey prospect expert and probability master Byron Bader! How probable is it that the Blackhawks young core will produce high-quality NHL stars? Plus, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi dive into the remaining mailbag questions from Diehards...including, how exactly do offer sheets work? All that and MORE on the newest episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

There's a lot of focus on the NHL Draft and unrestricted free agency this summer, but the Chicago Blackhawks have some in-house to do's before opening the 2025-26 season. Who will they bring back and who will they let walk in free agency? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi answer that plus, could the Blackhawks trade up in the draft and can Michael Peca guide the next Blackhawks player to a Selke Award? All that and MORE on a Mailbag Monday episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

Could Caleb Desnoyers be the ideal pick for the Chicago Blackhawks at No. 3 in the 2024 NHL Draft? The CHGO Blackhawks crew breaks down Desnoyers' skill set, upside, and how he fits into the Hawks' rebuild alongside stars like Connor Bedard. With elite hockey IQ and two-way potential, is he the right choice over other top prospects? We dive into the possibilities and what it means for the future of the franchise. 

The Stanley Cup Final is set, as the Oilers and Panthers will battle for the Cup for the second consecutive year. We'll preview the series, and get some insight on Jeff Blashill's systems with former NHL video coach Steve Peters, today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Thunder eliminating the Wolves and officially making it to the NBA Finals after a complete and utter domination, as well as the Florida Panthers eliminating the Canes and reaching the Stanley Cup Finals for the third straight season, as well as all the other news floating around the NFL and the world of sports as a whole. Joining the show is 21 year NBA veteran, 3x Sixth Man of the Year, and future lead game analyst for the NBA on NBC, Jamal Crawford to chat about the Thunder and how good they could be and why they're so tough to beat now, his thoughts on Pacers/Knicks, how important defense becomes this late in the playoffs, and more. Next, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about the Panthers once again reaching the Stanley Cup Finals, how Florida has become the hockey capital of the world, why the Panthers style of play is so difficult to play against, and his thoughts on Dallas vs. Edmonton. Later, back-to-back-to-back NLL Champion and human highlight reel from the Buffalo Bandits, Chase Fraser joins the show to chat about the NLL and it's growing popularity, the differences between box lacrosse and traditional lacrosse, being “PLL tough,” the olympics, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, enjoy Memorial Day weekend, we'll see you on Tuesday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is Mailbag Thursday! The Chicago Blackhawks are heading into a pivotal NHL free agency period — what moves should they make to accelerate the rebuild? The CHGO Blackhawks crew breaks down potential free agent targets, key roster needs, and how Chicago can add veteran depth around Connor Bedard. With cap space to spend and big decisions looming, every signing matters. Tune in for expert insight and offseason analysis on the Blackhawks' free agency game plan.

Today on CHGO Blackhawks, we sit down with new head coach Jeff Blashill for an in-depth conversation. Blashill shares why he believes Chicago is the right fit, his philosophy on accountability, and the key lessons he's bringing from his experiences in Detroit and Tampa Bay.

New Chicago Blackhawks Head Coach Jeff Blashill and GM Kyle Davidson met the media today to formally introduce Blashill as the next bench boss in Chicago. Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi, and Greg Boysen break down what was said at the press conference and what to expect as the organization moves into the Jeff Blashill era on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

Could Porter Martone be the perfect fit for the Chicago Blackhawks in the upcoming NHL Draft? In this video, we dive into Martone's skillset, draft stock, and how he could impact the Blackhawks' rebuild. We break down his offensive upside, two-way game, and why he's a potential target for Kyle Davidson. Don't miss this deep draft analysis and what it means for Chicago's future. 

The Chicago Blackhawks hold the third overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. Who is the right fit for the Hawks? Michael Misa? James Hagens? We'll ask Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects, today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

JD opens with his thoughts on the Indiana Pacers and Dallas Stars completing massive comebacks in their respective Conference Final openers, the Blue Jays' dominant win over the Padres, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning the NBA MVP award, and the reports around Brendan Shanahan meeting with the New York Islanders (00:00). Former NHL forward and three-time Stanley Cup champion, Pat Maroon, joins the show to discuss playing with Connor McDavid in Edmonton, Stuart Skinner's rollercoaster performance in these playoffs, playing for Craig Berube in St. Louis, facing off against Toronto in the playoffs, and the challenge of winning the Stanley Cup (25:37). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

There's been a ton of smoke around Jeff Blashill and the Chicago Blackhawks. Could they be naming their new head coach soon? Like, today soon? We'll discuss and talk all things Hawks on today's CHGO Blackhawks podcast.

(00:00-32:55) Doug's down today after the loss last night. Attendance up a bit last night. Jackson almost won a raffle. Big pastrami dog guy. The Ken Dog. Topless popsicles. Lance Lynn wanted to light the picnic table on fire. Plowhawk trying to get Holliday's autograph at spring training. The 2011 World Series bullpen snafu for the Cardinals. That Cardinal loss is tearing the community apart. Audio of Oli talking about not hitting Burleson last night. Buck Swope's Twitter. Leaving smut around the office.(33:03-52:48) Kimbra's bangs. Audio from MLB Network talking Cardinals being buyers or sellers at the trade deadline. Naming A League of Their Own cast. A grifter's bonfire. Build each other up. Golfing French Lick. Packing is the only thing keeping Doug from moving.(52:57-1:07:12) Just gonna have fun and be boys with White Castles and beer. Audio of Pat Maroon on MLB Network giving his Mount Rushmore of Cardinals. He named too many. Doug himming and hawing over his list. Maroon on winning the Cup in St. Louis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While we await the next shoe to drop in the Chicago Blackhawks' head coaching search, Shayna Goldman from The Athletic and Too Many Men Podcast joins the show to breakdown the coaching climate of the NHL, how to evaluate the Jeff Blashill rumors, and what to expect from the Stanley Cup Playoff Conference Finals starting tonight. Plus, Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi finish the leftover Mailbag Monday questions covering the NHL Draft, coaches, free agents plans and MORE.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about another dominant performance from Scottie Scheffler at Quail Hollow and the PGA Championship to secure his 3rd major championship, as well as covering the game 7's in both the NBA and NHL. Joining the progrum is New York firefighter and Pacers super fan Hans Perez who got into it with Knicks fans outside of Madison Square Garden in his Pacers jersey in a viral video from the weekend, and Pacers superstar PG, Tyrese Haliburton joins to personally invite him to Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals in Indianapolis. Next, NFL Network Sr. Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to chat about the owner's meetings in Minnesota and Brock Purdy's new massive contract with the 49ers. Later, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, and NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals in the NHL, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we're off the next two days for the PGA Championship, we'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should the Chicago Blackhawks stay away from making a blockbuster move for Mitch Marner? On this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, we break down the pros and cons of targeting the Toronto Maple Leafs winger in a potential trade. Would Marner's contract and play style fit into the Blackhawks' long-term rebuild around Connor Bedard? Join us as we debate whether Mitch Marner is worth the risk for Kyle Davidson's roster.

The Chicago Blackhawks hold the 3rd overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft—could James Hagens be their guy? The CHGO Blackhawks crew breaks down Hagens' elite skillset, playmaking ability, and how he could fit alongside Connor Bedard. With the draft approaching, is Hagens the best option to help accelerate the rebuild in Chicago? We dive into all the possibilities in this NHL Draft preview! 

We finally have some names in the Chicago Blackhawks' coaching search. Former Detroit Red Wings head coach and current Lightning assistant Jeff Blashill, and Michigan State's Adam Nightingale. Ryan Hana of the Winged Wheel Podcast will join us for a scouting report on Blashill, who may have emerged as the favorite for the job, today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

Chicago Blackhawks legend Duncan Keith joins the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast for an exclusive, can't-miss interview! The three-time Stanley Cup champion and Conn Smythe winner shares stories from his incredible career, reflects on the Blackhawks dynasty, and gives his thoughts on the team's future. From his leadership on the ice to mentoring young players, Keith brings insight only a Hall of Famer can offer. Don't miss this special conversation with one of the greatest defensemen in Blackhawks history!

(00:00-28:08) Don't sleep on Luke Donald. Joe Ferret and his gout. Nice piece of hitting, Donny. TMA pre-bump. Post Malone's prolonged writhing. Heckling lacrosse refs. Some of these text names, man. Shout out Brad Scherzer and Joe LaPorta. Which youth sport has the worst parents? Golf dad. Doggies with another draw. Jackson doesn't think parents should go to their kids' high school golf matches. How bout just a little bit of nuance?(28:16-55:21) This fire you up for the Royals series? "Happy spring break, son. Hope you enjoyed Wichita." You just mentioned her name so you could talk some pee pee. Cardinal Corner. Audio of Oli Marmol talking about loving this team and not panicking after giving up 5 in the first. Maple Leafs fans quit on em last night. Audio of PK Subban talking about Toronto getting worked in their biggest game in decades. Oil moving on with the overtime win over VGK. Earthquake talk. Audio of Pat Maroon talking about the best chirp he ever took. Doug's hot to trot this morning. Can the Celtics get it done?(55:31-1:07:03) Take Me Home Tonight. Eddie Money. 1997 VMAs. Trashed wingy wingy. Mt. Rushmore of STL wings. Cardinal Vaughn Index update. Crestwood Mall. Lots of people texting in their wing takes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Both the Canucks and Flyers have filled their coaching vacancy, leaving four teams with open Head Coach spots to fill. As more and more NHL teams fill their head coaching vacancies, the Blackhawks are still searching, and operating in stealth mode. No names, no leaks. Is that a bad sign or a good sign? We'll talk about it, the Rockford IceHogs season ending, and Lukas Reichel's World Championships-ending injury. An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freeblackhawks. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you're all set. #ad Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO' at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Instacart by going to https://coorslight.com/CHGOHockey. Celebrate Responsibly. Coors Brewing Company, Golden, Colorado. Head to https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 and use code chgohawks50 to get 50% off. That's code chgohawks50 at https://factormeals.com/chgohawks50 to get 50% off! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Blackhawks #ChicagoBlackhawks #HopOnTheRide

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's NBA and NHL Playoff games, including Jayson Tatum potentially tearing his achilles in a scary injury, the NBA Draft lottery that saw the Dallas Mavericks get the 1st overall pick with the 4th worst odds ever, as well as all the different leaked NFL games thus far one day ahead of the full schedule release, and the drama between Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals continuing as he addressed the media in Cincinnati. Joining the show to chat about the NBA playoffs, the draft lottery, and where Giannis and KD might end up is the CEO of Klutch Sports, super agent, Rich Paul. Next, 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat about the Steelers and Saints QB situations, which games released intrigue him the most, what the Vikings will be with JJ McCarthy at the helm, and what he thinks the Browns ultimately do at Quarterback. Later, 17 year NHL veteran, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, and current NHL on TNT analyst, The Big Rig, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about the Edmonton Oilers dismantling the Vegas Golden Knights and whether or not this is their year, the Florida Panthers style of play and why Brad Marchand has been perfect, Carolina dominating Washington in their series, how aware players are in the locker room of their teammates injuries, and how he liked his first night doing media for TNT. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Blackhawks are looking to upgrade their roster with proven talent this summer. Should be get aggressive and make an offer for a restricted free agent like Matthew Knies? We'll reveal what it would take to get it done, and if it makes sense for the Hawks, today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

It's Mailbag Monday! We have myriad great questions from our viewers, including a query on whether or not the NHL has disrespected the legacies of Chicago Blackhawks legends Jonathan Toews and Duncan Keith, today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

Could the Chicago Blackhawks pair Michael Misa with Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar to form the NHL's next elite core? With the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, GM Kyle Davidson has a massive decision to make—should he take a chance on Misa's upside? The CHGO Blackhawks crew breaks down Misa's game, his fit alongside Bedard and Nazar, and how he stacks up against other top prospects. Don't miss this in-depth look at what the Blackhawks could do on draft night to shape their future. 

The Chicago Blackhawks are celebrating their Centennial Season in 2025-26. Today on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, Mario Tirabassi and Jay Zawaski will be sharing their wishlists for what they'd like to see as part of the celebration.

Joel Quenneville, the legendary former Chicago Blackhawks head coach, is officially back in the NHL. On this episode of the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast, we discuss what his return means for the league and how it could impact the Blackhawks' future. Tune in as we react to the news, explore possible coaching scenarios, and discuss what it means for Connor Bedard, Kyle Davidson, and the rebuild in Chicago. We'll share our reactions, talk about the IceHogs loss to Milwaukee, and much more on the CHGO Blackhawks Podcast.

On this week’s Block Party presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by former Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pat Maroon. They discuss his emotional journey through the NHL, memorable moments from his playoff experiences, the significance of bonding with teammates, and the need for adaptation in a player's career. Maroon's insights provide a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed in professional hockey and the personal growth that comes from overcoming challenges. They discuss the challenges faced of winning the Stanley Cup during the Bubble, his potential future in broadcasting and how good of a teammate Nikita Kucherov is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.