Connor Bedard undergoes shoulder surgery, to miss start of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 11:36 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks underwent successful surgery on his left shoulder on July 8, 2026. The 20-year-old is expected to miss approximately four months, which will impact the beginning of the 2026-27 NHL regular season scheduled for late September. Bedard sustained the injury during an on-ice training session in Vancouver on July 2, falling awkwardly into the boards. This follows his previous shoulder injury in December, raising concerns about his recovery timeline and future performance. The Blackhawks face challenges with Bedard's absence, as they seek improvement in their rebuild amid heightened expectations from fans and management.
- •Bedard's surgery was on July 8, 2026, for a left shoulder injury.
- •He is projected to return in early-to-mid November 2026.
- •The injury occurred during a training session on July 2.
- •Bedard previously missed time due to a right shoulder injury in December.
- •Blackhawks need to adjust their lineup with Bedard out.
- 11:36 PMYahoo Sports — Blackhawks Star Connor Bedard Undergoes Surgery After Offseason Injury
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