Connor Bedard seeks contract extension around $17 million per season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 9:29 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Connor Bedard, a center for the Chicago Blackhawks, is reportedly seeking a contract extension worth approximately $17 million per season. This follows the Philadelphia Flyers' five-year, $90 million offer sheet to Leo Carlsson, which is expected to influence the market for top NHL players. With Bedard eligible for an extension, discussions between his representatives and the Blackhawks are ongoing. Current salary cap space for Chicago stands at $29.31 million, allowing room for negotiations on a potential deal. The team is encouraged to accelerate talks following Carlsson's recent offer sheet, which may impact Bedard's contract expectations going forward.
- •Connor Bedard aims for an extension near $17 million annually.
- •Philadelphia Flyers set a precedent with Leo Carlsson's offer sheet.
- •Chicago Blackhawks have sufficient cap space for negotiations.
- •Discussions between Bedard's reps and the Blackhawks are ongoing.
- •Carlsson's situation may affect other players' contract values.
- 9:29 PMYahoo Sports — NHL Rumors: Insider Reveals Asking Price for Connor Bedard Contract Extension
"The Philadelphia Flyers tendering a five-year, $90 million offer sheet to the Anaheim Ducks‘ Leo Carlsson was expected to have […]
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