Connor Bedard ‘very happy’ with his Chicago Blackhawks extension — and makes a pitch for Patrick Kane
The deal provides security for both the Chicago Blackhawks and Connor Bedard, who won’t be on the ice when the season begins.
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Connor Bedard signs a 5-year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks through the 2030-31 season
Star center Connor Bedard on Saturday signed a five-year, $75 million contract extension with the Chicago Blackhawks. The new deal goes through the 2030-31 season.
3 ways the Chicago Blackhawks could address Connor Bedard’s absence — including a Patrick Kane return
The Chicago Blackhawks will be without star center Connor Bedard until November. Should they make a move to soften the blow or stay put?
2026-27 NHL schedule: 8 Chicago Blackhawks games to watch, including a 9th straight opener on the road
How will the Chicago Blackhawks perform in the first month without star Connor Bedard? What former Hawks will visit the United Center? Here are eight games to watch in 2026-27.
For Chicago Blackhawks signees Cole Smith and Ian Cole, joining a team ‘on the rise’ was a draw
Veteran free-agent signees Cole Smith and Ian Cole might not be needle movers, but the Chicago Blackhawks believe they'll provide “a steadying influence."
Chicago Blackhawks: Checking in with Sacha Boisvert and other 2023-24 draft picks after development camp
The Chicago Blackhawks' draft classes of 2024 and 2023 are looking to net main roster spots in the near future.
Connor Bedard will be out 4 months after the Chicago Blackhawks star has left shoulder surgery
The Chicago Blackhawks will be without star center Connor Bedard for at least the first month of the regular season after he underwent surgery on his left shoulder.
Chicago Blackhawks in NHL free agency: Goalie prospect Drew Commesso signs a 2-year deal
NHL free agency has begun. The Chicago Blackhawks are looking to add players and reshape their roster amid heightened pressure to win in 2026-27.
4 things we heard from the Chicago Blackhawks GM, including catching Coles and Connor Bedard’s potential wings
The Chicago Blackhawks signed two players in NHL free agency Wednesday. What are general manager Kyle Davidson's next steps for the team?
Bowen Byram signs 6-year, $75M extension with Chicago Blackhawks that makes him NHL’s highest-paid defenseman
Bowen Byram signed a six-year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday. The contract kicks in for 2027-28 and would make him the NHL's highest-paid defenseman.