Patrick Kane discusses Connor Bedard as new Blackhawks captain
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:20 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Patrick Kane shared his first impressions of Connor Bedard, the newly named captain of the Chicago Blackhawks, as the team prepares for the season ahead. Kane expressed admiration for Bedard's character, noting his sense of humor and confirming that he supports the decision to make Bedard captain. Bedard's leadership comes after the team traded former captain Nick Foligno. Kane, now 37, aims to integrate with the youthful team and bring his experience to bolster the Blackhawks' playoff aspirations. Both players will play pivotal roles in the team's efforts this season.
- •Patrick Kane returns to the Blackhawks after previous success.
- •Connor Bedard becomes team captain following Nick Foligno's trade.
- •Kane appreciates Bedard's humor and supports his captaincy.
- •Kane aims to fit in with the young Blackhawks squad.
- •Both players expected to drive the team's playoff push.
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Patrick Kane is adjusting to his new teammates and coaches in his return to the Blackhawks
- 11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Patrick Kane Shares First Impressions of New Blackhawks Teammate Connor Bedard
"The return of Patrick Kane to the Chicago Blackhawks has brought with it plenty of excitement to the Chicago fandom. Kane is the arguably the greatest player in franchise history, having been the play driver of their 2010’s core that brought home three Stanley Cups in six years. The prospect of what Kane can do […] The post Patrick Kane Shares First Impressions of New Blackhawks Teammate Connor Bedard appeared first on HEAVY.
"Once again, Patrick Kane took the ice for the start of training camp with the Chicago Blackhawks. That used to be his regular routine, but it was a different experience for him this time around.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 5:20 PMPatrick Kane is adjusting to his new teammates and coaches in his return to the Blackhawks
Once again, Patrick Kane took the ice for the start of training camp with the Chicago Blackhawks. That used to be his regular routine, but it was a different experience for him this time around.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 11:27 PMPatrick Kane Shares First Impressions of New Blackhawks Teammate Connor Bedard
The return of Patrick Kane to the Chicago Blackhawks has brought with it plenty of excitement to the Chicago fandom. Kane is the arguably the greatest player in franchise history, having been the play driver of their 2010’s core that brought home three Stanley Cups in six years. The prospect of what Kane can do […] The post Patrick Kane Shares First Impressions of New Blackhawks Teammate Connor Bedard appeared first on HEAVY.
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