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Newest update on Connor Bedard's contract extension mirrors Connor McDavid's uncertainty in Edmonton
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Contract negotiations between General Manager Kyle Davidson and Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks remain stagnant as training camps will ramp up soon in the United Center.
Fresh off signing prospect Frank Nazar to a seven-year deal, the Blackhawks' next priority will be to sign Connor Bedard to an extension.
The organization hopes that such a contract will provide the foundation for a future Stanley Cup contender.
Bedard, who will be a restricted free agent in 2026, is already eligible for a contract extension now.
The next deal will be his second in the NHL, following his entry-level contract.
After two seasons in the NHL, where he's scored 128 points and won the Calder Trophy during his rookie campaign, the young forward is in line for a significant payday.
NHL Insider Frank Seravalli would provide the latest update on Bedard and the Blackhawks' ongoing negotiations.
NHL Insider Frank Seravalli Gives Us an Update on Connor Bedard
According to a recent report from Seravalli, the two sides have not yet begun negotiations.
Frank Seravalli: Re Connor Bedard extension: They have not really engaged in talks to this point, to my knowledge - Bleacher Report (9/9)
This suggests that Bedard may be betting on himself this season to further increase his value before signing a new deal at the end of the 2025-26 campaign.
For Blackhawks fans, a long-term extension for the franchise cornerstone is the ideal scenario.
However, they will have to be patient.
The situation mirrors that of another elite center, Connor McDavid, who stated he is in no rush to negotiate with the Edmonton Oilers and that ""all options are on the table".
Now, they will have to exercise their patience, as the situation is similar to another center elsewhere, Connor McDavid.
He has stated he won't be rushing negotiations between himself and the Oilers.
Bedard is a former Calder Trophy winner and has scored 128 points in his first two seasons in the NHL.
Davidson awaits the moment Bedard is ready to put pen to paper, as the organization must exercise its patience with the superstar.
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SEPTEMBRE 9 | 223 ANSWERS Newest update on Connor Bedard's contract extension mirrors Connor McDavid's uncertainty in Edmonton Do you think General Manager Kyle Davidson and the Chicago Blackhawks will get a deal done soon with center Connor Bedard? | ||
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