The Chicago Blackhawks will be on the clock at the NHL Draft, where they are expected to take Connor Bedard with the first overall pick.
It marks a new era for the Blackhawks, with Bedard joining the team after the departures of Stanley Cup champions Patrick Kane Jonathan Toews.
Bedard, 17, is considered the most anticipated prospect in years. The center had 71 goals and 72 assists in 57 regular season games this past season for the Regina Pats of the Western hockey League.The Blackhawks will be hosting a watch party Wednesday night at the Salt Shed. The first round of the draft will air on ESPN and ESPN+ starting at 6 p.m. Rounds 2 through 7 will begin at 11 a.m. Thursday and will be available on ESPN+.
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