Eddie Olcyzke explains why he decided to leave the Blackhawks booth

In the end, the Blackhawks made a contract offer to Olczyk, but the two couldn't agree to terms. Olczyk's contract with the Kraken is for five years, according to NBC Sports Chicago's Charlie Roumeliotis, and he will remain as TNT's lead NHL analyst, where he will call approximately 30 games this season.

"I'd like to thank Rocky and Danny Wirtz and the Blackhawks organization, as well as the fans, for all their incredible support over the years and for some unforgettable memories," Olczyk said. "I've known and worked with John for years and have known JT since he was starting his hockey career and could not be more excited to be working alongside the two of them."