Blackhawks Talk Podcast NBC Sports Chicago

Pat and Charlie dive into the Blackhawks' pending restricted and unrestricted free agents and discuss who could be brought back and who might be let go. They also share their thoughts on Alex Vlasic's six-year extension.

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis evaluate how the Blackhawks' rookies performed. Did Connor Bedard live up to expectations (1:53)? How would you characterize Kevin Korchinski's campaign (18:20)? Alex Vlasic missed rookie eligibility by one game, but he likely would have been a Calder Trophy finalist if he was (23:12). Pat and Charlie also share their thoughts on the brief NHL stints by Landon Slaggert and Frank Nazar (30:58).

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Pat and Charlie on Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson believing the team is ready for the next step in the rebuild, the importance of accountability moving forward, Connor Bedard's rookie NHL season is in the books, and much more.

Pat and Charlie on why Blackhawks prospect Frank Nazar turning pro was the right decision for him, whether Kevin Korchinski could benefit from a stint in Rockford next season, and more.

Is Connor Bedard a lock to win the Calder Trophy over Brock Faber? Will Taylor Raddysh be with the Blackhawks next season? Pat and Charlie discuss.

Could Philipp Kurashev be a long-term fit on Connor Bedard's line? Will Frank Nazar sign an entry-level contract with the Blackhawks after his college season ends? Pat and Charlie discuss that and much more.