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Connor Bedard News / Athlon Sports / September 22
Blackhawks Reveal Reason Behind Connor Bedard Honor Before 4th NHL Season
Connor Bedard became the second-youngest captain in Chicago Blackhawks history last week, and manager Kyle Davidson has finally explained why the organization believes the 21-year-old is ready for the role.
Connor Bedard News / Blackhawk Up / September 18
New Blackhawks captain Connor Bedard shows his passion & commitment in Player’s Tribune letter to Chicago
Connor Bedard was named the 37th captain of the Chicago Blackhawks on Sept. 15, 2026. That’s the headline. The hockey world found out that the first overall pick of the 2023 NHL draft, the “generational player” that hasn’t quite lived up to that designation yet, had indeed been named captain ahead of his fourth season with the Blackhawks.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 18
Kyle Davidson confident in Blackhawks future, plus Bedard updates & line rushes from Day 1 of training camp
Day 1 of training camp commenced for the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday, Sept. 17. General manager Kyle Davidson met with the media to discuss the start of a brand-new campaign.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 16
What to expect from Connor Bedard's leadership as captain
It feels like since the moment Connor Bedard got drafted, the countdown for him to be the Chicago Blackhawks' captain was on. Three years later, Bedard is officially wearing the "C", and his leadership journey has officially begun.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 16
These forward changes can do wonders for the Blackhawks this season
The Chicago Blackhawks were a bit... one-dimensional on offense, with and without Connor Bedard. It was quite clear that the team was focused more on puck movement and finding that perfect shot rather than putting pucks on net to control the pace of the game.
Connor Bedard News / The Hockey Writers / September 16
Blackhawks Picked the Perfect Time to Announce Connor Bedard’s Captaincy
The first big news of the Chicago Blackhawks season is in, and while it isn’t much of a surprise, Connor Bedard is now the 37th captain in Blackhawks history.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 16
Longtime Vancouver Canucks fan gets some great news
We love to see a Vancouver Canucks fan pick up a major life win. On Tuesday morning, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that they have named Connor Bedard the 37th captain in franchise history.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 15
What Connor Bedard’s Captaincy Means for the 2026-27 Blackhawks
On Tuesday, Sept. 15, Connor Bedard was named the 37th captain in Chicago Blackhawks history. Bedard was selected first overall by the Blackhawks in 2023, and from the moment he was drafted, it seemed inevitable he would become the face of the franchise.
The defining figure for every NHL franchise
People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / September 15
Connor Bedard Addresses Fan Concerns While Being Named Captain of the Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks introduced Connor Bedard as the organization’s 37th captain on Tuesday. He becomes the eighth-youngest player in NHL history to carry the “C” on his sweater.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / September 15
Blackhawks appoint Connor Bedard, 21, team captain
The Chicago Blackhawks named 21-year-old center Connor Bedard their captain for the 2026-27 season. He becomes the second-youngest captain in team history.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 16
Every NHL team’s top prospect heading into 2026-27
The 2026-27 NHL season is finally upon us. Over the past few days, we saw nearly every team participate in rookie tournaments across the league. Those events don’t tell us a whole lot, but it’s a fun little appetizer for what’s to come.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / September 15
Connor Bedard named Chicago Blackhawks captain, becomes NHL’s youngest
In a little over a week, the NHL season will begin. The Chicago Blackhawks will open in Las Vegas as they take on the defending Western Conference champion Golden Knights, a real test to start the new campaign.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / September 15
Connor Bedard named 37th captain in Blackhawks history
One of the NHL’s Original Six teams have revealed its newest captain. The Chicago Blackhawks announced Tuesday that forward Connor Bedard has been named the 37th captain in franchise history.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15
Blackhawks name Connor Bedard captain in historic move
The Chicago Blackhawks have officially named franchise center Connor Bedard the 37th captain in team history.
Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 15
Report: Connor Bedard to Be Named Blackhawks Captain Tuesday (Unconfirmed)
An unconfirmed report circulating overnight says Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard will be named team captain Tuesday. Rear Admiral of Spittin’ Chiclets
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 14
5 longest-serving captains in Blackhawks history
The Chicago Blackhawks traded their most recent captain, Nick Foligno, to the Minnesota Wild, leaving a vacancy as the team’s leader. Many fans expect Connor Bedard to inherit the captaincy, and at 21 years old, he’d become the second-youngest leader in franchise history behind Jonathan Toews, who was 20 at the time of his appointment.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10
Update emerges on Connor Bedard's injury recovery
The target remains in sight as the Chicago Blackhawks anticipate opening the season without their star forward.
Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 7
Connor Bedard Back on the Ice in Chicago After Shoulder Surgery
Connor Bedard was on the ice Monday at the Blackhawks Ice Center, about two months after left shoulder surgery. Video posted by fans on X showed Bedard skating on his own and taking light shots.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 31
Connor Bedard Will Face Different Pressure in Year 4
Connor Bedard faced an immense amount of pressure in the first years of his career. Not only was he selected first overall in the 2023 NHL Draft, but he was also picked by the Chicago Blackhawks.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 29
Patrick Kane's Blackhawks return must be more than a homecoming story
Patrick Kane is back where his NHL career began, and nobody needs to pretend the reunion is anything short of fascinating.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 23
Blackhawks reunite with Patrick Kane on two-year deal, fulfilling Connor Bedard's wish
Chicago selected Kane with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2007 NHL Draft, and he more than lived up to the hype, becoming one of the best players in franchise history.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / July 18
Blackhawks' Connor Bedard extension is a win-win deal
The Chicago Blackhawks extension of forward Connor Bedard has made him the third-highest paid player in NHL and the resigning of Bedard benefits both sides.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / July 18
Analyzing Connor Bedard's contract extension with Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks made their most significant (and important) move of the offseason on Saturday when they signed restricted free agent forward Connor Bedard to a five-year, $75 million contract. It comes with a $15 million salary cap number per season.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / July 8
Blackhawks get bad Connor Bedard news that will impact first part of season
The start of the 2026-27 NHL season is still a few months away, but the Chicago Blackhawks are already getting some bad news that will impact the start of it.
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