Star center Connor Bedard is officially back in action for the Chicago Blackhawks, rocking his new captain’s jersey in photos released Tuesday. This isn’t just a jersey reveal, folks, this is the signal we’ve all been waiting for.
The Left Shoulder Saga Is OVER
Let’s be real, it’s been a minute since we saw Bedard on the ice. The guy went through left shoulder surgery last summer after an injury during offseason training in Vancouver on July 2. That’s a gut punch, right? It meant he missed his team’s first six games, which had to be brutal for him and the fans. But the good news dropped: Chicago announced his activation from the injured non-roster list, and that means he’s cleared for takeoff. No more wondering when he’ll be back, the wait is done.
Captain Bedard Steps Onto the Ice Tonight
Yeah, you heard that right. Not only is he back from injury, but the photos released show Bedard in his brand-new captain’s jersey. The ‘C’ is on his chest! Per the Canadian Press, Bedard is expected to make his season debut tonight, Tuesday evening. And what a way to do it: at home, in front of the Chicago faithful, taking on the Pittsburgh Penguins. This isn’t just a return; it’s a statement.
So get ready, Chicago, because Captain Bedard is stepping back onto the ice tonight against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and you know he’s going to make some noise after missing those six games.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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