It’s the final Monday of July, which means just one more month with no hockey! The Chicago Blackhawks’ top star is working ...

The Chicago Blackhawks drafted Connor Bedard first overall in 2023 with the hopes of him becoming the generational star that he was touted to be while playing major junior with the Regina Pats.

Bedard’s speed inexplicably decreased last season. He had only 70 speed bursts of 20 mph or higher, down from 102 as a rookie ...

Bedard has been playing nearly nonstop since he was 17, including World Juniors, a full WHL season, and his NHL debut. His declining an invitation might also be about a bit of rest.

Bedard finished the season with 23 goals and 67 points over 82 games. That isn't bad for a 19-year-old. One of the world's greatest hockey players, who had a slower start to his NHL career, said ...

Sidney Crosby and Connor Bedard learned about the decision made by Hockey Canada on Thursday.

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard celebrates after shooting the game-winning goal to beat the Utah Hockey Club 4-3 in overtime at the United Center on March 7, 2025. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune) ...

Bedard has scored 45 goals and handed out 83 assists in 150 NHL games — outstanding numbers for a teenager — but is well aware that he’s expected to do more.

The Chicago Blackhawks are not coy about their plans. They want to build a winner around 2023 first-overall pick Connor Bedard. The 20-year-old center is entering his third season in the NHL and ...