The Chicago Blackhawks entered the season without a new deal for star forward Connor Bedard, while that might seem daunting it doesn't necessarily mean it is cause for worry.
Connor Bedard skated in his first game of his 2025-26 NHL Season last night, losing 3-2 to the Florida Panthers. Bedard registered just two shots on goal for the Blackhawks, but his speed was apparent throughout the night.
With last night's game, Bedard officially is in the final year of his rookie contract, and he is 81 games away from hitting restricted free agency.