Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard agrees to a $75 million, five-year contract

Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who turned 21 on Friday, has agreed to a five-year, $75 million contract extension with the team, announced on Saturday July 18, 2026. The deal includes a full no-movement clause in the final year and was finalized just 10 days after Bedard underwent surgery on his left shoulder. The restricted free agent had been a top priority for the rebuilding Blackhawks, with general manager Kyle Davidson praising him as an elite NHL player.