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Connor Bedard Emerges as Blackhawks' Leadership Candidate

11/23/2025

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Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks is emerging as a captaincy candidate, wearing an "A" this season and tied for third in the NHL with 31 points.
Frank Nazar, a Bedard teammate, supports Bedard's leadership as a potential alternate captain.
Foligno and Dickinson's expiring contracts could pave the way for Bedard and Nazar to take on more responsibility.
Both Bedard and Nazar are recognized for commitment to winning and a positive team culture.

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Story summary

Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks is emerging as a captaincy candidate, wearing an "A" this season and tied for third in the NHL with 31 points.
Frank Nazar, a Bedard teammate, supports Bedard's leadership as a potential alternate captain.
Foligno and Dickinson's expiring contracts could pave the way for Bedard and Nazar to take on more responsibility.
Both Bedard and Nazar are recognized for commitment to winning and a positive team culture.