NHLReportedOlder story · reported Tue, Sep 15, 10:46 PM

Blackhawks name Bedard, 21, franchise's 2nd-youngest captain

Coaching development in NHL involving Connor Bedard (CHI).

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Coaching development in NHL involving Connor Bedard (CHI).
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Coaching calls decide who starts. That's the part people argue about.
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  1. ReportedTue, Sep 15, 10:46 PM · 47d ago

    Blackhawks name Bedard, 21, franchise's 2nd-youngest captain

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