The Chicago Blackhawks today announced that the team has activated forward Connor Bedard from injured non-roster (upper body). Additionally, forward Nick Lardis has been assigned to the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League (AHL).
Bedard, 21, set career highs in goals (30), assists (45) and points (75) in 69 contests with Chicago during the 2025-26 campaign. He led the team in assists and points, while ranking second on the club in goals.
Lardis, 21, has posted two assists in six games with the Blackhawks this season.
The Blackhawks face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins tonight at the United Center at 7 p.m. CT. The game can be seen in-market on CHSN, out-of-market on ESPN+, and heard on WGN Radio.
