Flyers eye Connor Bedard as potential future target from Blackhawks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 3:15 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Philadelphia Flyers are preparing to target Connor Bedard, who recently signed a five-year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks. Bedard's contract does not grant him trade protection until the fifth year, making a future trade possible if the Blackhawks do not improve. Should Bedard remain dissatisfied with Chicago, he could also enter unrestricted free agency at age 25, after one year of UFA status. The Flyers previously attempted to acquire a franchise player with an offer sheet for Leo Carlsson, highlighting their willingness to invest heavily in young talent.
- •Connnor Bedard signed a five-year deal with the Blackhawks on July 20, 2026.
- •Bedard has no trade protection until the 2030-31 season.
- •His contract includes one year of unrestricted free agency status.
- •The Flyers have shown readiness to acquire elite players via offer sheets.
- •Bedard and Matvei Michkov share a competitive history, adding context to Bedard's potential move.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Connor Bedard Will Be Prime Flyers Target Sooner Than You Think
"The Flyers' deep pockets could soon serve them well.
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