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Wednesday Morning Bag Skate 9-16-26

This is your thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS Blackhawks name Connor Bedard as team captain ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Athletic ) ( Tribune ) 2026 Blackhawks Top 25 Under 25: Connor Bedard is once again No. 1 ( SCH ) 2026 Blackhawks Top 25 Under 25: Full ballot reveal and discussions thread ( SCH ) Ethan Del Mastro remains unsigned as Blackhawks training camp approaches ( Athletic ) 2026 Blackhawks Top 25 Under 25: Frank Nazar climbs to No. 2 (...

Chicago Blackhawks Rookies DOMINATE St. Louis Blues to Close out Prospect Showcase | CHGO Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks close out the Prospect Showcase with a dominant 5-2 win over the St. Louis Blues! Jay Zawaski, Mario Tirabassi and Greg Boysen recap the final two days and highlight AJ Spellacy and Martin Misiak, who stood out throughout the showcase. Plus, the guys look ahead to Blackhawks training camp, which gets underway Thursday, and discuss what they’ll be watching for as Chicago’s prospects and veterans battle for roster spots. An ALLCITY Network Production Become a CHGO Diehard ...

Patrick Kane accepts Blackhawks’ decision to name Connor Bedard captain

Patrick Kane had no complaints after the Chicago Blackhawks announced Connor Bedard has become the 37th captain in franchise history. Patrick Kane made an honest statement after the Chicago Blackhawks announced Connor Bedard as their new team captain. Ahead of the 2026-27 NHL season, the winds of change are in full force in the Windy City, and a new era of Blackhawks hockey is set to write its first chapter. Although the return of “Showtime” Kane to Chicago led many to believe—or wish—t...

Longtime Vancouver Canucks fan gets some great news

We love to see a Vancouver Canucks fan pick up a major life win. On Tuesday morning, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that they have named Connor Bedard the 37th captain in franchise history. a new letter on the chest, a new chapter ahead ❤️ introducing the 37th 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 of the Chicago Blackhawks, 𝐂onnor Bedard! pic.twitter.com/Lg4U1McJDa…

Captain Connor Bedard makes Blackhawks no promises on lineup return date

In his first press conference as Chicago Blackhawks captain, Connor Bedard provided an update on where he stands in his rehab from offseason surgery. What was speculated for months has now been confirmed: Connor Bedard is the 37th captain in Chicago Blackhawks history . Even though he’s set to miss the first month of the 2026-27 NHL season, Bedard is confident he will be back and joining a winning team by the time he’s healthy again. Based on all the progress fans have seen from the sur...

Connor Bedard Is Rightfully Named 37th Captain of Chicago Blackhawks

Connor Bedard has been named the next captain for the Chicago Blackhawks, making him the second-youngest captain in franchise history, after Jonathan Toews. Entering his fourth season with the Blackhawks, Bedard has been building toward this moment for some time. Late last season, Bedard officially became an alternate captain alongside Tyler Bertuzzi. This followed the […] The post Connor Bedard Is Rightfully Named 37th Captain of Chicago Blackhawks appeared first on The Lead .

2026 Blackhawks Top 25 Under 25: Connor Bedard is once again No. 1

The 2026 offseason version of Second City Hockey’s Top 25 Under 25 rankings wraps up with the totally unsurprising reveal of the No. 1 young Blackhawks player, who now has an official role with the team that was always going to belong to him one day. Connor Bedard Position:  Center Age:  21 (July 17, 2005) Acquired via:  First-round pick (1st overall) in 2023 NHL Draft 2025-26 team :  Chicago Blackhawks (NHL) 2025-26 stats:  75 points (3...

2026 Blackhawks Top 25 Under 25: Full ballot reveal and discussion thread

And now that we’ve reached the end of our 2026 Top 25 Under 25 rankings, it’s time for a little reflection. Here’s your place to share your opinion on this edition of the rankings and feel free to post your individual ballots down in the comments. Who’s too high? Who’s too low? Tell us below! And thanks to everyone who participated this time around — we had a record number of ballots! Full ballots are here, including the SCH community vote: # Dave Eric LBR SCH Vote 1 Bedard...

'Unbelievable' Development For Connor Bedard Ahead Of Training Camp

Connor Bedard had himself an excellent summer. signing a five-year, $15M AAV extension. On Tuesday, the excitement continued as he was named the 37th captain in Chicago Blackhawks franchise history. a new letter on the chest, a new chapter ahead ❤️ introducing the 37th 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 of the Chicago Blackhawks, 𝐂onnor Bedard! pic.twitter.com/Lg4U1McJDa — Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) September 15, 2026 Bedard, 21, was honored and thrilled with the move to name him the youngest captain in the NHL...

Blackhawks name Connor Bedard as team captain

From the day he was drafted, this felt like the destiny for Connor Bedard. And now it’s reality. On Tuesday morning, the team announced that the 2023 No. 1 overall pick will be the 37th captain in franchise history. a new letter on the chest, a new chapter ahead ❤️ introducing the 37th 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 of the Chicago Blackhawks, 𝐂onnor Bedard! pic.twitter.com/Lg4U1McJDa — Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) September 15, 2026 Thoughts from Bedard were shared in an article post...