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Blackhawks already open to trading pick after 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

The 2026 NHL Draft Lottery was conducted on Tuesday night. And it was the Toronto Maple Leafs who won the first overall pick. The Chicago Blackhawks had the third-highest odds to win the lottery. However, they will pick fourth in the 2026 NHL Draft. At least, Kyle Davidson currently holds the fourth pick. The Blackhawks […] The post Blackhawks already open to trading pick after 2026 NHL Draft Lottery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard won’t play for Canada at IIHF World Championship

Connor Bedard sat out of 12 games in the 2026 NHL season for the Chicago Blackhawks due to a shoulder injury. The injury, which he picked up on December 12 last year, not only resulted in Chicago missing the 20-year-old, it has also led to him pulling out of the upcoming IIHF World Championship in […] The post Why Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard won’t play for Canada at IIHF World Championship appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard makes World Championships decision amid shoulder injury

Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard will not represent Canada at the 2026 IIHF World Championship in Switzerland, with the decision centered on recovery from a shoulder injury sustained during the NHL season, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reported Friday morning. The 20-year-old, suffered the injury on Dec. 12, 2025, in a game against the […] The post Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard makes World Championships decision amid shoulder injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blackhawks Expected to be Aggressive This Offseason in Finding Bedard Help

The Chicago Blackhawks have been mired in a rebuild throughout the Connor Bedard era under general manager Kyle Davidson. It has been a long time since the Original Six franchise has tasted postseason hockey, having last made the playoffs in the Covid-shortened 2020 season.With Davidson receiving a contract extension upon conclusion of this 25-26 campaign, […] The post Blackhawks Expected to be Aggressive This Offseason in Finding Bedard Help appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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2 early Blackhawks trade targets after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Despite showing some brief signs of improvement and getting a further glimpse at some young talent that the club hopes will carry them for the next several years, the Chicago Blackhawks once again weren’t able to clinch a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Blackhawks have only qualified for the playoffs once since 2018, […] The post 2 early Blackhawks trade targets after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blackhawks CEO’s true feelings on looming Connor Bedard contract extension

The Chicago Blackhawks extended general manager Kyle Davidson’s contract on Wednesday. As a result, he will be tasked with continuing to build a playoff-caliber team. This summer, he has to take care of potentially the biggest ticket item he has had to deal with yet. Franchise cornerstone Connor Bedard is due for a contract extension. […] The post Blackhawks CEO’s true feelings on looming Connor Bedard contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NHL Schedule Today, April 6: Games, Storylines, Wild Card Races and Playoff Picture

Full Monday, Apr. 6 NHL schedule with storylines, wild-card races, and projected playoff matchups.

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Connor Bedard drops ‘100x’ truth bomb on Blackhawks’ unique 5-forward powerplay

The Chicago Blackhawks have a very bright future, and Connor Bedard looks like a player who could lead the team forward. The problem with a lot of talent is that it’s hard to give all the players their opportunities on powerplays and in top-six minutes. The Vegas Golden Knights adopted a five-forward powerplay rollout this […] The post Connor Bedard drops ‘100x’ truth bomb on Blackhawks’ unique 5-forward powerplay appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2026 NHL Mock Draft 5.0: Pre-playoff predictions as regular season nears end

The 2025-26 NHL season is nearing its end. The Florida Panthers are close to being eliminated from postseason contention. As a result, it is a near-guarantee that we will have a new Stanley Cup champion in 2026. For those eliminated, like the Panthers, their attention turns toward the 2026 NHL Draft. With the season entering […] The post 2026 NHL Mock Draft 5.0: Pre-playoff predictions as regular season nears end appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canucks Rumors: 3 Offseason Trade Fits for Jake DeBrusk

The 2025-26 season has undoubtedly been a nightmare for the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks are currently at the bottom of the NHL standings with a 21-43-8 record and 50 points. They have also lost each of their last five games, so they are only getting worse as the campaign rolls on.Given how horribly this season […] The post Canucks Rumors: 3 Offseason Trade Fits for Jake DeBrusk appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Blackhawks’ Tyler Bertuzzi left searching for answers after blowout Rangers loss

The Chicago Blackhawks are near the bottom of the NHL and are well outside the playoff race at this time. However, the team is looking to finish the season on a strong note. Unfortunately, Tyler Bertuzzi and his teammates had a rough outing against the New York Rangers. Arvid Soderblom drew the start in net […] The post Blackhawks’ Tyler Bertuzzi left searching for answers after blowout Rangers loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard joins Jonathan Toews in exclusive club with 30th goal

The Chicago Blackhawks were outplayed 5-1 by the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night, though center Connor Bedard reached a memorable milestone. Chicago conceded twice within the opening 2:33, with Alex Bump scoring just 48 seconds in and Sean Couturier doubling the lead shortly after. Philadelphia maintained control throughout, outshooting the Blackhawks 42-26 and winning 61.8% […] The post Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard joins Jonathan Toews in exclusive club with 30th goal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fans are loving Connor Bedard’s classy move during teammate’s NHL debut

Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard just made a rookie’s NHL debut feel a little bit more special. Against the New York Islanders on Tuesday at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., Bedard let his teammate and center Anton Frondell take the opening faceoff at center ice. Bedard was supposed to do the honors for Chicago, but … The post Fans are loving Connor Bedard’s classy move during teammate’s NHL debut appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Top Blackhawks prospect set to make NHL debut vs. Islanders

The Chicago Blackhawks have not had a stellar season. They were sellers at the trade deadline, including the Blackhawks trading away captain Nick Foligno. Still, the team is attempting to build towards a bright future. Part of that is bringing in their top prospects to get NHL experience, and one of those prospects will be […] The post Top Blackhawks prospect set to make NHL debut vs. Islanders appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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