The Chicago Blackhawks have Connor Bedard, a generational prospect who has limitless potential. One insider believes he can’t reach that potential without a talented running mate.

1. Bedard made a ‘slick move’ on his first point. The Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard, right, gets off a slap shot as the Penguins’ Ryan Graves defends during the first period on Oct. 10, 2023.

At 13 years old, Connor Bedard was proclaimed “the future of hockey.” If so, the future begins now. The Blackhawks took about a minute and a half once the clock started during Wednesday… ...

Blackhawks coach Luke Richardson talks to center Connor Bedard (98) during a timeout in the third period against the Flyers at the United Center on Feb. 21, 2024, in Chicago.

The Chicago Blackhawks are set to enter the upcoming season with a marginally improved roster compared to the one that finished with the league’s second-worst record in the 2024-25 campaign.

Chicago Blackhawks assistant coach Derek Plante didn’t have to see a lot of tape of Connor Bedard in juniors to realize he’s more than just a shooter. “From the first day, I was 100% ...

Connor Bedard is introduced on the red carpet before the Blackhawks home opener against the Sharks on Oct. 17, 2024, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune) ...

Connor Bedard is back — and ahead of schedule. The Chicago Blackhawks rookie was on the ice Thursday night against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the United Center, returning to action for the first ...

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard stands on the ice during a break in the action against the Ducks on Nov. 19, 2024, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune) ...

The Blackhawks' Connor Bedard passes to a teammate late in the third period against the Ducks on Nov. 19, 2024, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune) ...

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) breaks free with the puck in a preseason game against the Wild on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, at the United Center.

During Connor Bedard’s first day of Chicago Blackhawks prospect camp Thursday, he explained how he got a cut on the right side of his chin that looked healed over and dark purple.