Blackhawks lock in Kane and Bedard after contracts

Timeline

1. 2 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Patrick Kane returns to Chicago Blackhawks as Petr Sikora heads to Washington in NHL

   Patrick Kane re‑joins the Chicago Blackhawks to chase a playoff run, while Czech forward Petr Sikora prepares for his NHL debut after being drafted by Washington.

2. 3 days ago

   [SPORTS] 5 sources

   Chicago Blackhawks sign veteran forward Patrick Kane to two-year deal

   Veteran forward Patrick Kane signed a two‑year, $8 million per‑year contract to return to the Chicago Blackhawks, aiming to mentor young star Connor Bedard and boost the team’s playoff hopes.

3. 5 days ago

   [SPORTS] 10 sources

   Patrick Kane returns to Chicago Blackhawks as Connor Bedard stays

   Patrick Kane returns to the Chicago Blackhawks on a two‑year deal, eager to play with star Connor Bedard, who declined offer‑sheet rumors and signed a five‑year, $75 million extension.

4. 7 days ago

   [SPORTS] 40 sources

   Patrick Kane signs two‑year $16 million deal, returns to Chicago Blackhawks

   Patrick Kane signs a two‑year $16 million contract to return to the Chicago Blackhawks, aiming to revive their offense and play alongside rookie Connor Bedard.

5. 9 days ago

   [SPORTS] 14 sources

   Connor Bedard signs $75 million extension as Blackhawks target playoff return

   Connor Bedard inks a $75 million deal, says he’s happy to stay in Chicago and aims to end the Blackhawks’ playoff drought, while hoping free‑agent Patrick Kane returns.

6. 11 days ago

   [SPORTS] 48 sources

   Connor Bedard signs $75M extension, becomes NHL’s third‑highest paid player

   Connor Bedard signed a five‑year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks, becoming the NHL’s third‑highest‑paid player; he posted career‑best numbers last season but will miss the start of 2026‑27 to

7. 19 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   NFL dead money tops $55M as NHL salary‑cap rise sparks contract chaos

   The NFL’s cap rose to $301.2 M, creating 42 eight‑figure dead‑money hits led by Tua Tagovailoa’s $55.4 M. Meanwhile, the NHL’s first cap increase since 2023 spurs $18 M offers like Leo Carlsson’s, prompting a‑b

8. 21 days ago

   [SPORTS] 13 sources

   Connor Bedard to miss Chicago Blackhawks season start after shoulder surgery

   Connor Bedard had left‑shoulder surgery after a July injury, will miss training camp and the start of the 2026‑27 season; his four‑month recovery could affect the Blackhawks’ rebuild and his contract talks.

9. 23 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   NHL stars Connor Bedard and Cale Makar spark historic salary‑cap surge

   Connor Bedard seeks a $17‑$20.8 million deal and Cale Makar could command $19 million as NHL salaries surge, reshaping contract expectations league‑wide.

10. 24 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Connor Bedard injury and $17M contract push with Chicago Blackhawks

    Connor Bedard is targeting a $17 million contract with the Chicago Blackhawks while recovering from a left‑shoulder injury suffered in Vancouver, adding uncertainty to his return and future plans.

11. 27 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources

    Connor Bedard's Offseason Shoulder Injury Raises Contract Concerns for Chicago Blackhawks

    Connor Bedard suffered a left‑shoulder fall in Vancouver, reviving concerns over his health and pending contract as the Blackhawks negotiate his next deal.

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