About this episode
After destroying the red-hot Arizona Coyotes, the Blackhawks find themselves five points out of a playoff spot with 13 games remaining. Pat Boyle, Jamal Mayers and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks playoff chances and discuss the team’s improved play over their last three games. And Jamal fills us in on his discussion with Head Coach Jeremy Colliton and explains the Blackhawks defensive systems. Plus – will Patrick Kane decide his own fate down the stretch when it comes to his ice time? 0:30 – Helpful night in the NHL means Blackhawks playoff hopes not dead yet 2:15 – The Blackhawks are finally playing some defense 3:50 – Jamal’s discussion with Jeremy Colliton breaking down Hawks defensive coverage 7:25 – Perlini breaks out in a big way against his former team 8:50 – Kampf’s return made the Hawks fourth line legit once again 10:00 – How do the Blackhawks handle Patrick Kane’s minutes down the stretch? 12:35 – Which Hawks goal total is most surprising? Alex DeBrincat or Erik Gustafsson? 16:35 – Thoughts on Dylan Sikura’s fit on Colliton’s new lines 20:30 – Any concern over the power play drought? 22:30 – Do the Blackhawks have a shot or are they just teasing us?