Connor Bedard is eligible to sign a long-term contract extension with the Chicago Blackhawks on July 1, but NHL insider Craig Button believes he shouldn't discuss that for as long as possible.

With the Blackhawks already eliminated from postseason contention, their matchup against the Ottawa Senators on April 15 will complete Connor Bedard’s second season with Chicago.

Connor Bedard’s shooting ability could help him outperform his analytics. Michael Reaves/Getty Images Share When Blackhawks fans daydreamed in the spring of 2023 about soon-to-be-drafted Connor ...

Connor Bedard, an 18-year-old hockey prodigy from North Vancouver, is gaining recognition for his exceptional talent, likened to Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid. With impressive goal-scoring and ...

On Tuesday, Bedard scored a goal in the Chicago Blackhawks' 6-2 defeat to the Seattle Kraken. With that, Bedard extended his career tally to 40 goals, becoming the ninth active player in the NHL ...

NHL: Chicago Blackhawks at Vancouver Canucks Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard (98) reacts as Vancouver Canucks forward Nils Aman (88) and forward Teddy Blueger (53) celebrate Aman’s goal ...