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Connor Bedard out at least 1 game for Blackhawks after shoulder injury from 'freak accident'

December 13, 2025

Connor Bedard, the Chicago Blackhawks' star player, suffered a right shoulder injury during a last-second faceoff against the St. Louis Blues, leading to his absence in the upcoming game against the Detroit Red Wings. The injury occurred when he was pushed awkwardly by Blues captain Brayden Schenn with just 0.8 seconds remaining in the game, resulting in Bedard leaving the ice in visible pain.

Connor Bedard out at least 1 game for Blackhawks after shoulder injury from 'freak accident'

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Connor Bedard injured his right shoulder during a faceoff in the final seconds of a game against the St. Louis Blues.
The injury is described by Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill as a 'freak accident.'.
Bedard will miss at least one game, specifically against the Detroit Red Wings.
The incident occurred with only 0.8 seconds left on the clock in a 3-2 loss for the Blackhawks.
Bedard was the top pick in the 2023 NHL Draft.

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Connor Bedard out at least 1 game for Blackhawks after shoulder injury from 'freak accident'

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