Blackhawks offseason buzz, Stanley Cup Final preview with Alec Martinez

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis break down the Blackhawks' decision to trade the rights to prospect Jack Pridham to the Tampa Bay Lightning for a 2027 third-round pick, explaining how the situation unfolded and why the team ultimately made the move. They also discuss whether the Blackhawks should consider trading the No. 4 overall pick for an impact player and what it would take for them to move it. Plus, mock drafts continue to have Ivar Stenberg falling to Chicago at No. 4. Is the fit becoming increasingly realistic or does it feel too good to be true? Pat and Charlie also address the NHL's recent memo reminding teams about tampering following reports that the Blackhawks made Ilya Mikheyev's rights available for trade. They explain what happened, why it drew attention, and why it's ultimately not a big deal. Later, three-time Stanley Cup champion and CHSN Blackhawks analyst Alec Martinez joins the show to preview the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights. He shares his perspective on the matchup, breaks down the key storylines, weighs in on who has the edge and who wins the series.