Connor Bedard Nearing Return From Shoulder Injury for Blackhawks

Chicago Blackhawks captain Connor Bedard (shoulder) fully participated in Sunday's practice and is close to making his 2026-27 season debut. Bedard could be in the mix for one of Chicago's three upcoming home games, with a doctor's visit scheduled this week to clarify his exact return timeline. The 21-year-old forward is coming off an impressive 2025-26 campaign in which he recorded 30 goals and 75 points across 69 games.