Ep. 186: Things are spiraling quickly for the Blackhawks - a podcast by NBC Sports Chicago

Things went from bad to ugly for the Blackhawks and quickly after getting shutout on home-ice to the defending Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues. Pat Boyle is joined by Charlie Roumeliotis and Nick Gismondi to discuss the Blackhawks' mounting frustrations and dissect why they've played so poorly against division foes. Plus, a look into the current state of hockey after the allegations against assistant coach Marc Crawford.

1:04 - Blackhawks losing ugly to Central Division foes

3:23 - Injuries and frustration both beginning to snowball

6:20 - Could help be on the way for the Blackhawks?

7:37 - Robin Lehner trying to light fire under team in Colorado

9:19 - Are the Blackhawks closer to the playoffs or another top pick?

13:38 - Getting Jonathan Toews and Alex DeBrincat going

15:57 - Blackhawks need to start winning special teams battles

19:07 - Team to review Marc Crawford allegations

25:25 - Critical trip coming up vs Bruins and Devils

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