Frequently Asked Questions
What are Connor Bedard's stats over his first three NHL seasons?
Bedard notched 75 points in 69 games this year after putting up 67 and 61 points in his first two campaigns. He has shown he can do everything that was expected of him when he came into the league.
How much money could Bedard get on an eight-year extension with the Blackhawks?
The best-case scenario would be an 8-year deal worth $108 million with a $13.5 million AAV. This would put him just below Leon Draisaitl and Jack Eichel but above Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid due to his long-term potential.
Why might Bedard want a shorter contract instead of the maximum eight years?
A shorter contract would allow him to assess how the rebuild is shaping up, especially given his hunger to win. It also gives him more chances to get a big payday now and another one in 2029.
What happens if another team signs Bedard to an offer sheet?
The Blackhawks would be compensated four first-round picks if he signed an offer sheet and went elsewhere. Teams will jump at the chance to give up four first-rounders for Bedard and sign him to a massive three-year deal if Chicago won't.
What is the most likely contract scenario for Bedard's extension?
The likely scenario is a 5-year bridge deal worth $55 million with an $11 million AAV. This gives Chicago some stability while allowing Bedard to see how the rebuild turns out and continue to prove himself.
Isaac Nielsen
Isaac Nielsen is a University of Nebraska–Omaha graduate with a degree in Journalism & Media Communication and four years of experience in sports journalism. He has spent the past two years as the Lead Blackhawks Writer at Sports Mockery, covering the team’s rebuild and focusing on roster construction, and has also reported on the Bears, Colts, Omaha Athletics, and Nebraska football.
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