A faceoff gone wrong with 0.8 seconds left could have potential major ramifications on the first promising Blackhawks season in years.

Chicago’s former No. 1 pick Connor Bedard suffered a right shoulder injury on the final play of Friday’s 3-2 loss to the Blues that already has him ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Red Wings.

Bedard exited the ice while holding his right shoulder in a troubling scene, with Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill calling it a “freak accident.”

Uh oh. That is not good, Bedard skates off holding his shoulder on the last play of the game. pic.twitter.com/fn7lPXwSIp — Spittin' Chiclets (@spittinchiclets) December 13, 2025

The coach did not say whether he believes this will be a short or lengthier absence, adding that he expects to have more information Mo

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