Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard progresses through offseason injury rehabilitation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 7:04 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard is on track with his recovery following surgery for an injury sustained during a workout in early July. The 21-year-old skater has been observed participating in informal on-ice sessions, though his activities remain restricted as he works toward a return. Blackhawks insider Scott Powers reported the recovery is proceeding according to the initial four-month timeline established after his surgery. The team will assess his status as he progresses through the rehabilitation program to determine if an earlier return is viable. Bedard led the team with 30 goals and 45 assists during the 2025-26 NHL season despite missing time due to an upper-body injury. He has appeared in 219 games for the franchise since being selected with the first overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft.
- •Connor Bedard underwent surgery following an injury sustained during a July workout.
- •The expected recovery timeline for the forward is approximately four months.
- •Bedard has returned to the ice for limited, informal skating sessions.
- •The team will monitor his progress to determine if he can return ahead of schedule.
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — NHL rumors: Blackhawks' Connor Bedard on track in injury rehab
"It won’t be long now until the Chicago Blackhawks gather for training camp to prepare for the 2026-27 NHL season, but they’ll be particularly shorthanded because star forward Connor Bedard suffered an offseason injury. Bedard was injured during an early July workout in British Columbia and subsequently underwent surgery, with an expected recovery […] The post NHL rumors: Blackhawks' Connor Bedard on track in injury rehab appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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