Bedard scored an empty-net goal and fired three shots on net in Monday's 2-0 shutout win over the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard's empty-net tally with just over a minute left to play in Tuesday's contest was his first goal in five games since returning to Chicago's lineup from a shoulder injury. Overall, the 20-year-old phenom is up to 20 goals, 48 points and 122 shots on net across 36 games this season. While the injury led to a hit in his overall production compared to the league's other stars, he is ninth in the NHL with 1.33 points per game. Additionally, he hasn't relied heavily on the power play for offensive production, as just 14 of his 48 points have come with the man advantage. Despite already missing 13 games this season, he is still on pace to surpass his career high of 67 points, which was set across 82 regular-season appearances in 2024-25.

Bedard (illness) returned to practice Wednesday, Tracey Myers of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard missed Monday's game against the Oilers, but appears ready to play against Calgary on Thursday. The 20-year-old has made two appearances since returning from a 12-game absence due to a shoulder injury, recording two assists, seven shots on goal and a plus-1 rating while averaging 19:00 of ice time across that span. He has 19 goals and 46 points across 33 outings this season.

Bedard (illness) will not be an option for Monday's home matchup versus the Oilers, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

EDGE Analysis

Per Friedman, Bedard is contending with the flu. The up-and-coming star recently returned to the lineup following a 12-game absence as a result of a shoulder injury, notching two assists (one on the power play), seven shots and a plus-1 rating across two contests. Colton Dach will draw into the lineup Monday, while Ryan Greene is set to center the top line between Tyler Bertuzzi and Andre Burakovsky in Bedard's stead. Chicago's next game is at home against Calgary on Thursday.

Bedard notched two assists, three shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard returned to action after a 12-game absence due to a shoulder injury, and he got back on the scoresheet one contest later. The 20-year-old center set up Tyler Bertuzzi's power-play tally in the second period and Nick Lardis' insurance marker in the third. Bedard is up to 46 points (19 goals, 27 helpers), 110 shots on net and a plus-9 rating through 33 appearances this season. He won't be taking faceoffs for a while as his shoulder gets back to full strength, but he's clearly feeling well enough to resume being the centerpiece of Chicago's offense.

Bedard (shoulder) will be in the lineup for Friday's clash with Washington, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard returns to the lineup following a 12-game stint on injured reserve due to his shoulder problem. Prior to getting hurt, the 20-year-old center was rolling offensively with 28 points in his last 18 outings, including nine multi-point outings. With his injury concerns behind him, Bedard figures to reclaim his spot on the top line as well as the No. 1 power-play unit.

Bedard (shoulder) won't be in the lineup versus St. Louis on Wednesday but is considered day-to-day after that, Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard was originally ruled out until January and was expected back before the Olympic break, though that leaves a wide range of possible return dates. The fact that the young phenom is moving into the day-to-day category should be an indication that he'll be back as the Hawks' first-line center sooner rather than later.

Bedard (shoulder) is expected back before the Olympic break, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard is still recovering from a shoulder injury he suffered Dec. 12. He has missed 10 games since then, and a return to the ice isn't imminent but is expected before the Olympic break, which begins Feb. 6. The 20-year-old is in the midst of his best season as a pro with 19 goals and 25 assists in 31 games.

Bedard (upper body) won't need surgery but will be sidelined until the calendar flips to 2026, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard was already placed on injured reserve, so his timeline shouldn't come as a huge surprise. Given his potential return date, the 20-year-old center should still be in the mix for a spot on Canada's Olympic roster in February. While Bedard is on the shelf, Frank Nazar figures to take on the first-line center role, though Jason Dickinson could also be in the mix.

Bedard (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard sat out Saturday's 4-0 loss to Detroit after suffering what appeared to be a shoulder injury near the end of Friday's 3-2 loss to St. Louis. He didn't accompany the Blackhawks for the team's upcoming road trip, which begins against Toronto on Tuesday, and it's unclear when he will be ready to return to the lineup. The 20-year-old forward has amassed 19 goals, 44 points and 103 shots on net in 31 appearances this season.

Bedard (shoulder) is not expected to be on the Blackhawks' road trip through Eastern Canada, which starts Tuesday in Toronto, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard's MRI results haven't been revealed, but it's not encouraging that he's being held off the trip. The Blackhawks have just one home game between the end of the road trip and the holiday break, so it's possible the team will just give him the extra time to rest. A firm timeline for his return hasn't been established.