Laz and Powers: A show about the Chicago Blackhawks

The Athletic's Mark Lazerus and Scott Powers bid farewell in the final episode of Laz and Powers and explain what's next for them on the podcasiting front. 

The Athletic's Mark Lazerus and Scott Powers preview Blackhawks training camp, which opens later this week, and the upcoming NHL season. They review the Blackhawks' recent prospect games, including Connor Bedard's hat-trick performance, answer fans' questions and more.

Darryl Belfry, one of hockey's premier development coaches, and Mike Procopio, one of basketball's, join the show for a unique crossover conversation about player development in the NBA, NHL and beyond.

The Athletic's Scott Powers and Mark Lazerus discuss the Blackhawks' 2023 draft, including selecting Connor Bedard and Oliver Moore in the first round, all of their second-day picks and their multiple trades.

The Athletic's Scott Powers and Mark Lazerus discuss the Blackhawks acquiring Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno from the Boston Bruins.

The Athletic's Scott Powers and Mark Lazerus have on Regina Pats coach and general manager John Paddock as a guess to discuss the Blackhawks' likely No. 1 draft pick, Connor Bedard. 

The Athletic's Mark Lazerus and Scott Powers discuss the Chicago Blackhawks winning the NHL Draft Lottery and dive into the many ways drafting Connor Bedard will likely benefit the organization.

Rockford IceHogs coach Anders Sorensen joins the show and discusses the Calder Cup Playoffs, Blackhawks player development, Lukas Reichel, Alex Vlasic, analytics and more.