League: NHL Sport: Hockey Country: United States Category: Injuries

Connor Bedard remains candidate for Chicago Blackhawks captaincy role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 5:55 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Connor Bedard remains candidate for Chicago Blackhawks captaincy role

Summary

The Chicago Blackhawks continue to evaluate candidates for the team captaincy as the offseason concludes. Connor Bedard is considered the primary choice to lead the roster, following the trade of Nick Foligno and a season without a permanent captain. Bedard has demonstrated commitment to the organization, including rejecting potential offer sheets to remain in Chicago. Patrick Kane, who recently returned to the team, is expected to serve as an alternate captain to provide veteran leadership. The team is also considering other options for the remaining alternate captain positions, with Tyler Bertuzzi identified as a potential candidate due to his contributions last season.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Status Watch

•Connor Bedard is the leading candidate to serve as the next Chicago Blackhawks captain.
•Patrick Kane is expected to serve as an alternate captain on his new two-year contract.
•Bedard publicly stated he refused an offer sheet to ensure he stayed with the organization.
•Tyler Bertuzzi is under consideration for an alternate captain role for the upcoming season.

Latest Updates

5:55 PMYahoo Sports — Connor Bedard Should Captain the Chicago Blackhawks’ Leadership Group

What they're saying

"
Who’s captaining the Chicago Blackhawks has been a topic of discussion ever since the team traded Nick Foligno at last year’s trade deadline. Before Foligno’s tenure, the captaincy was left vacant for a season after Jonathan Toews‘ 15-year stint. This time, the search should take only the remainder of the offseason. Connor Bedard is the […] The post Connor Bedard Should Captain the Chicago Blackhawks’ Leadership Group appeared first on The Lead.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Chicago Blackhawks NHL Hockey