Bedard Out Four Months, Blackhawks Struggle Ahead | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 11, 2026 · 1m

Connor Bedard’s season debut is now a mid-November gamble after shoulder surgery sidelines him for four months—just as the Blackhawks’ rebuilding efforts hit another snag. Trading their top draft pick for Bowen Byram raised eyebrows, especially with Bedard sidelined and playoff droughts stretching six years. With veteran signings and cap space still available, the team’s future hinges on whether they can survive without their franchise cornerstone. Fans brace for another grueling season as questions mount over management’s strategy and whether this roster can truly compete. Listen in…