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Blackhawks Sign Star Connor Bedard to $75 Million Extension

July 18, 2026 | Written by: | Category: Current Events

Connor Bedard has signed a five-year, $75 million contract extension with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard has agreed to a significant five-year contract extension. The deal is valued at $75 million, securing the Canadian player with the NHL franchise.

The new agreement means Bedard will earn an average annual value of $15 million over the duration of the contract. This makes it one of the richest contracts in the National Hockey League.

The signing was reported by multiple outlets, including NHL.com, Yahoo Sports, The New York Times, Chicago Sun-Times, and CP24. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.

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