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Blackhawks name Connor Bedard captain ahead of new NHL season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 1:37 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Blackhawks name Connor Bedard captain ahead of new NHL season

Summary

The Chicago Blackhawks appointed Connor Bedard as their 37th captain in franchise history. General manager Kyle Davidson stated that Bedard is ready for the role, emphasizing his growth both on and off the ice. This decision follows the team's struggles in previous seasons and their aim to compete for a playoff spot. Bedard, 21, has substantial NHL experience heading into his fourth season, but he is currently rehabbing from shoulder surgery. His performance will be crucial as the Blackhawks seek to improve upon last year's 31st place finish in the league.

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Key Details

•Connor Bedard is the Blackhawks' new captain as of September 2026.
•Kyle Davidson expressed confidence in Bedard's readiness for leadership.
•Bedard is recovering from offseason shoulder surgery.
•The Blackhawks finished 31st in the NHL last season.
•The team has aspirations for a playoff push this upcoming season.

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1:37 AMYahoo Sports — Blackhawks GM Reveals Why Connor Bedard Received the Captaincy

What they're saying

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The Chicago Blackhawks did the predictable last week as they named franchise player Connor Bedard as the Original Six franchise’s 37th captain in history. This was not a surprising development; there were no other options on the team that made more sense than Bedard for the captaincy role. Although, there were some pundits that thought […] The post Blackhawks GM Reveals Why Connor Bedard Received the Captaincy appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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