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On YouTubeChicago Blackhawks News / Athlon Sports / September 11
Connor Bedard Drops Clear Update on Future With Blackhwaks Before NHL Season
The Chicago Blackhawks will enter next season facing questions about third-year forward Connor Bedard's next contract and future in the Windy City. The 20-year-old generational talent, however, has made it clear that the negotiations with Chicago for an extension are not weighing on him for now.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
Connor Bedard News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Connor Bedard Confident Blackhawks Can Finally Turn Corner
The past few years haven't been great for the Chicago Blackhawks, with the team missing the playoffs for five straight years. But entering 2025-26, there is some renewed belief in this team.
Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals
Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 10
Bedard Contract, Andersson Trade, Hughes Reunion, & More NHL Rumors
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Chicago Blackhawks are talking to Connor Bedard about a contract extension, but the star forward says there’s no rush to get something done.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10
Connor Bedard speaks out about contract extension talks with Blackhawks
Despite little mention of a new deal, it doesn’t seem Chicago Blackhawks fans have any reason to worry about not landing an agreement with their star.
Connor Bedard News / Sporting News / September 9
Insider shares update on Connor Bedard contract talks 
Blackhawks, Bedard reportedly have not yet engaged in extension discussions
Connor Bedard News / Athlon Sports / September 8
Paul Bissonnette Makes Bold Predictions for Connor Bedard’s 2025-26 Season
Connor Bedard will become a hot topic around the NHL during the next few weeks and months leading up to free agency next summer, even as he enters just his third season with the Chicago Blackhawks.
Connor Bedard News / Breakaway on SI / September 7
Blackhawks Superstar Poised to Shock NHL
Chicago Blackhawks superstar center Connor Bedard looks to be in top shape ahead of year three, and if his offseason work is an indication of anything, it's that the best is yet to come.
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 5
Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons
Which second-year players are on the rise and poised for a breakout year? Let's take a look at four names.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / September 1
The Chicago Blackhawk Connor Bedard’s 2025-26 Point Total Projection
For all the NHL hockey fans out there and especially those managers finetuning their fantasy lineups, we have an exciting player point projection for you today.
NHL News / Breakaway on SI / September 1
NHL's Best Youngsters Deserve Olympic Opportunity
After 12 years away, NHL players are ready to make their long-awaited return to the Winter Olympics when the international stage gets set in 2026 in Italy.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Oilersnation / August 30
Blackhawks still in rebuild mode as Bedard enters third year: Off-Season Recap
This is Off-Season Recap, a summer series where we’ll look at what the other 15 teams in the Western Conference have done ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season.
Chicago Blackhawks News / House of Hockey / August 27
Blackhawks Playing With Fire by Delaying Connor Bedard Extension
Connor Bedard is eligible for an extension, but it appears the Blackhawks are waiting until next summer to sign him, and it could cost them big time. Coming into the NHL as the No.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / August 25
NHL Rumours: First-Overall Pick Extension Talk
Welcome to NHL Rumours! September starts next week. NHL training camp and the preseason will start. Before we know it, NHL hockey will be back. Until then, rumours continue to surface and Last Word On Hockey continues to cover them.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / August 25
Blackhawks Star Hopes to Unlock Next Step
Connor Bedard enters year three with the Chicago Blackhawks trying to take the next step. He and the rest of his teammates have that same goal in mind after two disappointing campaigns to begin his NHL career.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 23
Connor Bedard, Blackhawks reportedly don't feel urgency for early extension
As of July 1, Blackhawks center Connor Bedard became eligible to sign a contract extension like every other player entering the final year of their respective contracts.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 22
Way-too-early Chicago Blackhawks trade candidates in 2025-26 season
The Chicago Blackhawks had a horrific 2024-25 campaign that left many around the league disappointed. Connor Bedard is expected to be the next leader of a Golden Age of Blackhawks hockey.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 22
NHL to organize 2028 World Cup without IIHF involvement
The NHL appears set to move forward with their plan on organizing a World Cup of Hockey. They’re ready to reach out to international clubs directly, rather than work with the IIHF, per TSN’s Darren Dreger.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / August 22
Bedard’s Next Contract Could Be a Shocker— Thanks to Frank Nazar
The Chicago Blackhawks’ recent long-term extension for Frank Nazar — a seven-year deal worth $6.6 million annually — has sparked questions about how it might influence Connor Bedard’s next contract.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 20
Predicting Connor Bedard’s 3rd Season Based on Past No. 1 Overall Picks
As the Chicago Blackhawks look to climb out of the basement of the NHL standings in 2025-26, their franchise superstar in Connor Bedard hopes to take a step forward in his professional development.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 20
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Previews: Connor Bedard
The Chicago Blackhawks have an important season ahead of them. The organization has committed to building through the draft, and a plethora of draft picks are NHL-ready, or on the cusp of being NHL-ready.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 10
Connor Bedard Is Motivated by the Lack of Hype
We live in a time when we are all looking for the next “thing.” The average attention span is about eight seconds. People stay on a website for only 10 seconds (thanks for reading this if you still are!).
Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / August 1
Is a Connor Bedard breakout coming in 2025-26?
It's fair to say that Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard has not lived up to expectations thus far into his NHL career. Could the 2025-26 season be the one where that changes?
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / July 27
Connor Bedard reveals ‘positive’ update on contract talks with Chicago Blackhawks: Report
Connor Bedard isn’t staying idle this offseason regarding his contract talks with the Chicago Blackhawks. The No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft is eligible for a contract extension this summer, but is set to enter restricted free agency in 2026.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / July 25
Chicago Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard’s development requires another star, insider says
The Chicago Blackhawks have Connor Bedard, a generational prospect who has limitless potential. One insider believes he can’t reach that potential without a talented running mate.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / July 8
Chicago Blackhawks: Price for extending Connor Bedard’s contract revealed
This summer is the first opportunity the Chicago Blackhawks have to extend Connor Bedard’s contract. The No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft said this summer that he wants to stay in Chicago, though he and general manager Kyle Davidson have been mum on where they sit in negotiations.
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