Trading Alex DeBrincat, tanking, and the path ahead for the Blackhawks' rebuild

The Blackhawks are fun again, but are they good?: In the wake of a wild 5-4 victory over the Maple Leafs in which the Blackhawks won despite allowing 57 shots on goal, Scott and Mark try to figure out if this fast-and-loose style is the best way forward for Jeremy Colliton. They also assess Adam Boqvist five games into his NHL career and discuss whether he's here to stay or not. And how about Robin Lehner? He's the Blackhawks' goaltender of the present, but will he be the goaltender of the future, too? by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

30 min listen

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A win's a win: Standings points matter, not style points, and the Blackhawks got two against the historically bad Detroit Red Wings on Sunday night. Winners of six of their last eight, the plucky Blackhawks are keeping themselves in the postseason conversation. Scott and Mark get into the hows and whys, and wonder if it might be time to take the reins off Adam Boqvist. Also, would Alex Nylander — a healthy scratch again — be better off with some time in Rockford? And would the Blackhawks be willing to send him there? That and more in the latest Laz & Powers. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Will the Blackhawks ever lose again?: The Blackhawks are suddenly one of the hottest teams in the league, rocketing back into the playoff mix with a 5-0-1 stretch since returning from California. But is it sustainable? Scott and Mark discuss the Blackhawks' abnormally high shooting percentage and save percentage during this stretch and if the team really is this good, or if they're just on a lucky streak. Then they answer listener questions about Kirby Dach, Popeye's chicken, the path back to Cup contention, and why so many people seem to dislike one of the hosts in particular. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

37 min listen

Hockey, but not hockey: Mark and Scott dig deep into the serious discussion of the changing culture in hockey and its coaches, including the recent news that Blackhawks assistant coach Marc Crawford will be on leave as the organization investigates allegations from his past. They also discuss Robin Lehner's thoughts on cancel culture and mental health. Mark's complete interview with Lehner is included in the podcast. Plus, there is some actual hockey talk about the Blackhawks' recent struggles and what must change if they're going to turn things around. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Death to the shootout!: Scott and Mark start off the show by discussing the merits (or lack thereof) of the shootout, and discuss better ways to decide a hockey game than a gimmicky skills competition. They then discuss rookie Kirby Dach's performance, and what kind of expectations he's setting for the long term, as well as Alex Nylander's struggles on the top line. Then they answer some listener questions about Matthew Highmore, Ian Mitchell, and the changing hockey culture when it comes to how coaches treat their players. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Happy Holidays?: Fresh off two impressive road wins over Winnipeg and Colorado, the Blackhawks are back on the upswing in this wild roller coaster of a season. Was the Colorado win a truly defining moment, or was it just another pleasant blip on the radar? Scott and Mark get into that, discuss Brent Seabrook's injury situation, Corey Crawford's future, Dylan Sikura's non-existent leash, and how Mark's daughter ruined Christmas in kindergarten. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Rocky's Reverberations: Rocky Wirtz told Scott last week that Stan Bowman and Jeremy Colliton are safe in their jobs, and will be back whenever hockey returns. Scott and Mark discuss the ramifications of that decision, as well as the rationale behind it. They also ponder how the Blackhawks (among other cap-strapped teams) will even be able to field a full team if the salary cap stays flat or decreases. Then they get nostalgic and reminisce about the 2010 series against the Predators, and whether that or the 2013 Detroit series is truly the defining moment of this era of Blackhawks hockey. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Sound the alarms!: Scott and Mark dive into the Blackhawks' alarming 0-2-1 start, trying to figure out what's gone wrong, what's gone right, and what Jeremy Colliton is doing with the lineup and the goalies. Scott, after visiting Rockford on Saturday night, breaks down Kirby Dach's pro debut and how NHL-ready he is. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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The 2010s: Blackhawks All-Decade Team: Scott and Mark come together for a special episode of Laz and Powers where the guys pick who they would put on their Chicago Blackhawks All-Decade Team. Do you agree? If not, yell at Mark! by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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NHL TBD: Hockey's on hiatus, and the short- and long-term ramifications are ominous for the NHL, the Blackhawks and fans everywhere. Scott and Mark talk about if and when they think games will return, what it could mean for the salary cap and how it could affect Stan Bowman's plans for next season. What are they going to write and talk about in the meantime? Three words: Let's get weird. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Ch-ch-ch-changes?: A therapeutic victory over the Wild on Sunday night briefly soothed a savage fan base, but it's going to take more than one win to turn the Blackhawks' season around. Scott and Mark discuss whether big changes need to be made, whether it's on the ice, behind the bench or in the front office. They also try to figure out why Alex Nylander has been getting such a longer leash than just about every other young Blackhawks player, and answer several listener questions about Robin Lehner's long-term future, Alex DeBrincat's goal drought and much more. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Back State Side!: Mark and Scott are back in the US and ready to get the season really underway in Chicago! The guys talk about the trip to Europe and dive more into what the Blackhawks need to do to have a successful season. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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The Columbus series, Lankinen, Janmark, and more by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Powerless: Chicago Sun-Times beat writer Ben Pope joins Mark Lazerus for this week's episode to talk about the punchless Blackhawks power play, and brainstorm some radical ways to fix it. Before that, they share some war stories about being a first-year beat writer, the advantages and disadvantages of walking into a locker room with fresh eyes and no clue, and life on the road. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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What's the plan, Stan?: Scott and Mark are back together after spending most of February on the road, and they get right into the most pressing question facing the Blackhawks these days: What's the plan? What's the plan in the front office with Stan Bowman under fire from the fan base? What's the plan behind the bench with big-name coaches available? What's the plan in net with Robin Lehner traded away? The guys break it all down and try to figure out what next year's roster will look like, then answer some of your questions. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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The kids are all right: Scott and Mark discuss the Blackhawks' sudden youth movement, with four recent top-eight picks in the lineup, including 18-year-old Kirby Dach and 19-year-old Adam Boqvist. Is Boqvist here to stay, or just something to keep the team upbeat and the fans engaged? And what will the blue line look like once Connor Murphy returns? A daunting schedule looms; can three points in two days springboard the Blackhawks back into the mix? by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Slump buster: Mark and Scott discuss the scratching of Brent Seabrook, and what possible long-term solutions there could be for handling him going forward. They also dive into the Blackhawks' cathartic 5-1 victory over the Kings on Sunday night, and what embattled coaches Jeremy Colliton and Matt Nagy might have in common. And hey, whatever happened to Brendan Perlini, anyway? by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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An Opportunity for the NHL, Chicago as a Potential Hub City and more: Scott and Mark further discuss the NHL's plan for return-to-play, and the opportunity the NHL may have in being the only major league returning in the summer. Also, having too much time to gameplan, thoughts about Chicago possibly being a hub city, and more. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Presidential Politics: John McDonough has been fired, and nobody saw it coming. What does it mean for the Blackhawks and their front office moving forward? Scott and Mark discuss possible ways this could all play out and what it might mean for Stan Bowman and Jeremy Colliton. Then they get into some of the wild ideas that the NHL is kicking around for conducting a draft and finishing the season — none of which seem all that realistic to these two Debbie Downers. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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I'm sorry I called you an inanimate object: Mark and Scott continue to abide by the rules and remain isolated in their respective homes while recording the latest Laz & Powers. They discuss the Blackhawks' recent signings and what each means to the organization. They also dive into a trade rumor about Dylan Strome and explore that. Mark also reviews the movie In Bruges and questions Scott's overall movie catalog. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Pressing On: Scott and Mark put on their hazmat suits and recorded a new podcast at Blackhawks practice on Tuesday. They talked about the new media rules and how that changes things, and more importantly how the players — and the all-important salary cap — could be affected by the continuing and expanding coronavirus crisis. They also talk about what the Blackhawks can do to make the next four weeks meaningful, and what the roster might look like next season. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

33 min listen

The Latest on COVID-19 and the NHL, Brent Seabrook and the Logo: Mark Lazerus and Scott Powers discuss the latest with the NHL's return to play plan, and if it's feasible. Also, if Brent Seabrook returning for camp complicates things, they discuss Scott's story about the Blackhawks' logo and more. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

28 min listen

Hitting unpause: Scott and Mark discuss whether the NHL should just cancel the rest of the regular season immediately, or whether it's worth holding out hope (and holding on to fans' and gameday workers' money). Then they answer some listener questions about the draft and about Stan Bowman before taking a hard left turn into movies. In a public service for everyone responsibly staying home these days, Mainstream Mark and Independent Scott offer their top three movies in various categories, from sports to action to comedy to drama to guilty pleasures. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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What We'd Give for Hockey to Return: Mark and Scott catch up on all the news from the week about the Blackhawks and NHL. They discuss the Blackhawks' business decisions of reducing salaries, furloughing people and even laying employees off. They also get into the possibility of the NHL returning and dive into what a 24-team format could mean for the Blackhawks. They also debate the 2010, 2013 and 2015 Stanley Cup teams. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

39 min listen

Bleepin' Versteeg!: Two-time Stanley Cup champion Kris Versteeg joins the show to talk about the old days, his love-hate relationship with Joel Quenneville, the epic 2010 Cup crawl, his return to the Blackhawks in 2013-14 and his career-closing stint in the minors and Europe. He also weighs in on what challenges current players might be facing if the NHL manages to start back up again over the summer. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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A New Hope: For the first time in a long time, it's all sunshine and rainbows in Blackhawks land, and Scott and Mark discuss just how sustainable this impressive surge is. They also debate whether Patrick Kane is the greatest American player ever, whether Alex Ovechkin is the greatest goal-scorer ever, and just how long Joel Quenneville's standing ovation will be on Tuesday night. They also dive into The Athletic's player poll and what it all means. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Special guest Steve Larmer: Former Blackhawk Steve Larmer joins Mark and Scott to discuss the old days. They talk about everything from being drafted with the Blackhawks to winning the Stanley Cup with the New York Rangers. He shares stories about former teammates, Chicago Stadium and much more. And, yes, he's asked about whether his number should be retired. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

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Reckless revenge?: Dominik Kubalik has finally been elevated to the top line, so the podcast has officially run its course. But the show must go on, so Scott and Mark weigh in on the Blackhawks' shootout loss to the Arizona Coyotes, and whether it's worth dropping the gloves to defend a teammate in a one-goal game when it's going to leave you shorthanded. They also talk about Robin Lehner's latest heroics (and latest shootout woes), and whether Jeremy Colliton needs to yell more at the officials. That and more in the latest Laz & Powers. by Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

26 min listen

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