Connor Bedard Blackhawks Captaincy & Franchise Milestone Explorer

Franchise Milestone Status September 15, 2026

Connor Bedard

37th Captain in Chicago Blackhawks History

21y 60d Age at Captaincy

#2 Youngest in Team History

Jonathan Toews Era Predecessor

Confirmed announcement from Chicago Blackhawks: Connor Bedard becomes the 37th captain in franchise history, succeeding the leadership line of Jonathan Toews and Nick Foligno. At 21 years, 60 days, Bedard stands among the youngest captains ever appointed in NHL history.

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Connor Bedard

Captaincy Tenure: 2026 – Present (Appointed Sep 15, 2026)

Named 37th captain. Second-youngest captain in Blackhawks history (behind Jonathan Toews at 20y 79d). First overall pick in 2023 NHL Entry Draft.

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