Greg Boysen and Frank Nova are back in the Second Balcony after a holiday break. The guys discuss how the Chicago Blackhawks are learning to play without Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar, with contributions from the young trio of Nick Lardis, Oliver Moore, and Artyom Levshunov. Plus, Crankin' Hogs gets an international flair in honor of the World Junior Championship.
Greg and Frank are back in the Second Balcony to discuss an unfortunate weekend. Not only did the Chicago Blackhawks go 0-2, but they also lost superstar Connor Bedard for the foreseeable future. The guys discuss how the team can stay afloat without their top player, and check in on the next wave of Blackhawks by cranking their Hogs!
Greg Boysen & Frank Nova are back in their Second Balcony seats to discuss the Chicago Blackhawks’ terrible weekend in Southern California. After back-to-back embarrassing losses, a pair of young players were demoted. Who will make the reserve trip from Rockford before Wednesday night’s game? Plus, Nick Lardis remains the “most crankable Hog!”
Greg and Frank are back to talk about an eventful week ofChicago Blackhawks hockey. Connor Bedard is getting better at his 200-foot gameand shooing off annoying autograph hounds. Some feel Tyler Bertuzzi’s tradevalue is at an all-time high and the Blackhawks should cash in. Plus, NickLardis and Kevin Korchinski are waiting for their NHL recalls.
Greg Boysen and Frank Nova are back in the Second Balcony to discuss the Chicago Blackhawks. The guys griped about TNT’s late-night start at the United Center, the loss to the New Jersey Devils, Nick Lardis’ recent cold streak in Rockford, and which prospects might be playing in the World JuniorChampionship.
Greg Boysen and Frank Nova took in a matinee in the Second Balcony today. They discussed the Chicago Blackhawks being the favorites in Calgary tonight and how important it is to stack up points. They also offered suggestions on what needs to happen to improve the power play. If you’re a lover of hockey history, don’t miss the discussion on the new Glenn Hall documentary and his legendary career.
Greg and Frank climbed the staircase and found their seatsin the Second Balcony. On this episode, the guys discuss the start of the Chicago Blackhawks' six-game road trip. There are thoughts on Jonathan Toews, Connor Bedard, Matt Grzelcyk, and Jason Dickinson’s latest injury. And you can never get these two to stop Cranking Hogs either.
Greg and Frank climbed the staircase and found their seats in the Second Balcony. On this episode, the guys discuss the start of the Chicago Blackhawks' six-game road trip. There are thoughts on Jonathan Toews, Connor Bedard, Matt Grzelcyk, and Jason Dickinson’s latest injury. And you can never get these two to stop Cranking Hogs either.
Greg Boysen and Frank Nova return to the Second Balcony totalk about the week that was for the Chicago Blackhawks. Frank got to see the win against the Tampa Bay Lightning in person, while witnessing Lukas Reichel’s last game with the team. The guys discuss what’s wrong with the power play andthe lack of goalscoring. Plus, the return of everyone’s favorite new bit, “Cranking Hogs.”
Greg and Frank are back in the Second Balcony to discuss the Chicago Blackhawks four-game point streak. They talk aobut their biggest surprises through the first seven games. Plus, Nick Lardis is leading the AHL in scoring after a huge weekend.
The Chicago Blackhawks have won back-to-back games since thelast episode. An 8-3 shellacking of the St. Louis Blues on national television haschanged the narrative, but should it change our expectations? Greg Boysen andFrank Nova discuss all of this and more. Come for the Blackhawks talk, stay forthe shirtless Ron Duguay references.
If you hang out in this episode too long, you'll get two minutes for interference! Greg and Frank are back to discuss the Chicago Blackhawks' crazy home opener, Artyom Levshunov getting scratched, Ryan Donato's slow start, and a big Rockford IceHogs victory! Please like, subscribe, and tell your friends.
Greg Boysen and Frank Nova had plenty to discuss this week.There were some positives to take from the Chicago Blackhawks’ preseason lossto the Detroit Red Wings. Head coach Jeff Blashill has split the training camproster into two distinct groups. One team is full of players who will stay inChicago, and the other has players getting ready to report to Rockford. Join usin the Second Balcony for your weekly Blackhawks banter.
The Chicago Blackhawks held their own against the Florida Panthers after a brutal first period. Greg and Frank break down the 3-2 loss to the reigning Stanley Cup champs. Plus, they look at the Connor McDavid extension and the offer Logan Cooley refused, and how it shapes Connor Bedard's deal.
Greg and Frank took time away from celebrating the Chicago Cubs' playoff win to talk about preseason hockey for the last time this year! The Statler and Waldorf of hockey podcasters broke down the play of the Chicago Blackhawks' top six, the remaining roster battles, Lukas Reichel's future, and the play of Anton Frondell and Roman Kantserov. Plus, they made some bold and not-so-bold predictions for the upcoming NHL season.
Greg and Fork are back to discuss Wyatt Kaiser's new contract and how the Chicago Blackhawks enter the season with an excellent situation on the blueline. Plus, Greg gives your vibes straight from the Blackhawks locker room after an intense first practice under new head coach Jeff Blashill. Join us in the Second Balcony.
It’s the debut episode from the Second Balcony! The Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase is in the books. Greg and Frank share their thoughts on who stood out over the weekend. As we head into Chicago Blackhawks training camp, the guys break down the state of Kyle Davidson’s rebuild and why they are excited for what’s to come.