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Blackhawks star Connor Bedard to miss start of the season after shoulder surgery

Blackhawks star Connor Bedard to miss start of the season after shoulder surgery

Summary

Connor Bedard, a key player for the Chicago Blackhawks, will miss the start of the NHL season due to surgery on his left shoulder. The team doctor said Bedard should fully recover in about four months.

Key Facts

  • Connor Bedard had surgery on his left shoulder caused by an injury last week in Canada.
  • The Blackhawks expect Bedard to recover fully in approximately four months.
  • Bedard is an important player who scored 30 goals and made 45 assists last season.
  • He missed some games last season due to a previous right shoulder injury.
  • Bedard is a restricted free agent, meaning the Blackhawks control his contract negotiations.
  • The Blackhawks have not reached the playoffs in recent years and are rebuilding their team.
  • Bedard was the top pick in the 2023 NHL draft and won the rookie of the year award in his first season.
  • New players recently joined the Blackhawks, including Bowen Byram, Cole Smith, and Ian Cole.
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