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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.

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.

Frank Nova and Greg Boysen return to the Second Balcony with a lot to talk about. Connor Bedard suffered his third significant injury in four years, and the Chicago Blackhawks have to figure out how to salvage the start of the season without him. The guys cover all the hot topics surroundingthe Blackhawks and the NHL as we cross another week off the offseason.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova had a ton to talk about since EVERYTHING happened since the last time they met in the Second Balcony. From the Bowen Byram trade to the upcoming NHL Draft and the craziest trade season we’ve seen in years, they’ve got it all covered.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova climbed up to the Second Balcony to discuss the Chicago Blackhawks first significant deadline deal. They traded veteran defenseman Connor Murphy to the Edmonton Oilers for a second-roundpick. The guys talked about what the lineup will look like without him and who else could be on the way out before Friday’s NHL trade deadline.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova are back from the Olympic breakand have plenty to talk about. The guys break down the gold medal runs for both the women’s and men’s national teams. Plus, it wouldn’t be an episode of the Second Balcony without some Hog Cranking! Meanwhile, the Chicago Blackhawks are preparing to resume play while figuring out what to do at the trade deadline.

The Chicago Blackhawks might be on an Olympic break, but the Second Balcony is still open! Greg Boysen and Frank Nova get to some Hog Crankin' right off the bat, plus discuss the NHL trade deadline, draft, women's Olympic hockey, and, for some reason, Pat LaFontaine's time with the New York Rangers.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova climbed the staircase up to theSecond Balcony for an all-new episode. The guys recap the Chicago Blackhawks’ recent struggles while talking prospects. Or, as we like to call it, “Cranking Hogs.” Pleasesubscribe, like, share, and leave a 5-star review. Every little bit helps.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova survived the stairwell to getback to the Second Balcony. The Chicago Blackhawks roster is crowded as the injury list empties, so the guys discussed Nick Lardis heading back to Rockford and Jeff Blashill’s new line combinations. Plus, the trade deadline is gettingcloser, so what will Kyle Davidson do? All this plus some Crankable Hogs, remembering Terry Boers, and third-round luck!

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova are the only two members of the Chicago Blackhawks community who do not have the stomach flu! Join them in the Second Balcony as they discuss a whacky few days surrounding the team. Plus, some more Anton Frondell talk, excitement, or lack thereof, for the Winter Olympics, and trade deadline rumors starting to pick up.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova are back in the Second Balcony to discuss a Chicago Blackhawks team in a much better place than anyone expected. The guys shared their memories of the late Bob Pulford & Glenn Hall. From there, they talk about the improved play of the youngsters, today's trade with the San Jose Sharks, and what's still to come after a big World Junior Championship for three prospects.

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!”

For the first time in our show’s history, Greg Boysen and FrankNova welcome a guest into The Second Balcony. Joe Yerdon of Bleacher Report and Noted Hockey joins the guys to talk about the NHL Draft Combine, Alex Tuch’s pendingfree agency, and where the Chicago Blackhawks rebuild stands.

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.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova returned to The Second Balconyfor some offseason chatter. With the NHL Draft Combine coming up, the Chicago Blackhawks draft scenarios are wide open. Plus, Jack Pridham’s postseason run might have him go pro instead of heading to college in the fall. A lot willhappen between now and the start of training camp, and the guys try to map it out for you.

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 Boysen & Frank Nova are back for a special matinee version of The Second Balcony. The guys react to the Chicago Blackhawks getting the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft and all the options general manager Kyle Davidson now has.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova are back in the Second Balconyfor another trip around the world of the Chicago Blackhawks. Oliver Moore was a big topic of discussion about where he’ll fit into the future. Plus, plenty of prospect talk and Hog cranking because what else do we have to talk about rightnow?

The Chicago Blackhawks' season might be over, but the Second Balcony is still open. Greg Boysen and Frank Nova put a bow on the end of the regular season, while looking forward to the draft, Kyle Davidson’s busy summer, what the Rockford IceHogs might look like next year, and the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova are back for a special Saturday matinee episode of the Second Balcony. The guys discuss their impressions of Anton Frondell and Sacha Bosivert,the state of the Blackhawks’ blue line, including Kevin Korchinski’s improvement, and cranked a ton of Hogs! There is even some chatter about the Savannah Bananas and the Orlando Solar Bears.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova return for the 25th episodeof the Second Balcony. We are close to the NHL debuts of Anton Frondell and Sacha Boisvert, and yet we still wasted valuable time complaining about Andre Burakovsky being on the top line. This discussion, plus we break down the mess in Edmonton, as well as some of the other happenings around the world of hockey.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova are back in the Second Balcony to discuss all things Blackhawks. Sacha Boisvert has signed his ELC, but where will he fit in? Frank Nazar has his swagger back, while prospects around the globe are gearing up for the postseason.

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova take in a Sunday matinee in theSecond Balcony. Chicago Blackhawks’ training camp is about a month away, so the guys take a look at some of the storylines heading into the new season. How will the goaltending situation pan out? Which young player will benefit themost from an NHL camp? Will the power play be as good as we think it could be?

Greg Boysen and Frank Nova climb back into the Second Balcony because the Chicago Blackhawks gave them plenty to talk about. Between Connor Bedard’s new contract and the return of Patrick Kane, this roster is not only better, but also far more intriguing than it was when last season ended.