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Tuesday's episode begins with a preview of the Chicago Blackhawks' 2026-27 season opener against the Vegas Golden Knights, with puck drop scheduled at 9:30 p.m. CT on ESPN as part of the network's opening-night triple-header. Host Jack Bushman dives into the Blackhawks' projected forward lines and defensive pairings and then predicts the final score against Vegas. Bushman also discusses whether the Blackhawks reach the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season. The episode concludes with several bold predictions ahead of opening night. All that and more on Locked On Blackhawks. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

Preview vs. VGK (1:15)

Blackhawks 2026-27 Bold Predictions (13:30)

Hawks Playoff Bound? (31:25)
 

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Catch all the latest Blackhawks news, deep analysis, injury updates, and insider perspectives from Locked On Blackhawks as the Chicago Blackhawks wind through a pivotal season for their rebuild.


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