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Per analyst: Connor Bedard's contract extension details will break the Blackhawks' bank
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Per a new report from NHL analyst Frank Seravalli, the next contract for Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard could be for as much as $12-14 million per year.
The biggest matter of business for Chicago Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson to take care of is a new contract for forward Connor Bedard, who is in the last year of his current deal.
Even though Bedard can become a UFA after this year, all signs point to both sides being able to work something out.
Per NHL analyst Frank Seravalli, Bedard can expect to get an AAV (average annual value) of anywhere between $12.5 million and $15 million.
If we're talking about an eight year deal, Connor Bedard is likely to land somewhere between $12.5-15 million a year. Yes, a relatively big spread at this point and time, but it helps us the goal posts somewhere between $100 million and $120 million over the term of the deal.
I think the Chicago Blackhawks are going to be relatively comfortable knowing the salary cap is increasing in a significant way.
I think the Chicago Blackhawks are going to be relatively comfortable knowing the salary cap is increasing in a significant way.
Right now, the Blackhawks have almost $20 million worth of salary cap space to work with via Puck Pedia.
Connor Bedard Can Set New Career Bests In Goals And Assists
The Blackhawks are off to a good start this year, their best start since 2020 when they last played in the postseason.
Right now, Bedard has 31 points (13G, 18A) in 21 games, a pace of 121 points (51G, 70A).
Bedard is only driving his price upward with his great start to the year.
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