A new captain has been named for the Chicago Blackhawks. Connor Bedard, selected first in the 2023 draft, now holds this position. He is relatively young, becoming captain at 21 years and 60 days old.

This development follows an eventful period that included a contract and an injury. The team had been without a captain since a trade in March. Further details about Bedard's new role and the team's situation are available from the source.