The Chicago Blackhawks knew what they were signing up when selecting Mason West with the 29th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. Now, a report hints Connor Bedard and company might miss out on a potentially key teammate due to his two-sport ambitions.

Multi-sport athletes are always tough catches. Some can manage both thanks to non-overlapping schedules—like football and baseball—but hockey and football don’t offer that luxury. Bedard and the Blackhawks are seeing the consequences firsthand after selecting Mason West in the NHL Draft.

West is currently playing quarterback for Edina High School in Minnesota, and he’s starting to make a name for himself in football’s world. However, he committed to the Michigan State Spartans’ ice-hockey team ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Troubling sign

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