Connor Bedard is all about the Blackhawks bringing back franchise great Patrick Kane, but is that a good idea?
Chicago Blackhawks rising star Connor Bedard has voiced his support for the club re-signing franchise legend Patrick Kane, who remains a free agent. The suggestion has sparked debate over whether reuniting Kane with Chicago would benefit the rebuilding team, given his advancing age and the franchise's focus on developing young talent such as Bedard.
Kane, 37, is the highest-scoring American-born player in NHL history and spent more than 15 seasons with the Blackhawks after being selected first overall in the 2007 draft. He helped the team win three Stanley Cups, in 2010, 2013 and 2015, before being traded to the New York Rangers in 2023. As Kane and Bedard have never played together, a potential return to Chicago would mark their first opportunity to share the ice as teammates.
- Connor Bedard wants the Blackhawks to re-sign free agent Patrick Kane.
- Kane, 37, won three Stanley Cups with Chicago before his 2023 trade.
- Bedard and Kane have never played together in the NHL.