Episode Details

Ian Bagg and Jeff Sharples welcome Chicago Blackhawks play-by-play voice Rick Ball to discuss the upcoming NHL season, including Patrick Kane's return, Connor Bedard's injury, Bowen Byram's arrival, and the Blackhawks' chances in a loaded Central Division. They also debate the NHL's shortened preseason, back-to-back games, and the challenges of travel and scheduling. Rick looks back on his career, sharing stories from Hockey Night in Canada, Jonathan Toews' emotional return to Chicago, and his unforgettable first NHL broadcast flub. Plus, as the regular season approaches, Ian & Jeff make their Central Division predictions!