Chicago Blackhawks officially announce their new captain
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The Chicago Blackhawks have chosen to name a captain for the 2024-25 NHL season, but it won't be 2023 first overall pick Connor Bedard. Instead, the honor goes to veteran Nick Foligno.
Connor Bedard, selected first overall from the WHL's Regina Pats, went on to win the Calder Trophy as the NHL's top rookie. Many expected him to follow in the footsteps of players like Gabriel Landeskog and Jonathan Toews, who became captains at age 19. However, the captaincy has been given to Nick Foligno, who recently signed a contract extension with the team.
GM Kyle Davidson explained the decision:
«In a very short amount of time, Nick has quickly earned the respect of his teammates and our staff, Nick's commanding presence in the locker room has been instrumental in helping the team find its identity. He has served as a mentor to many of our young players both on and off the ice while also heading up the leadership group comprised of our veteran players, and we are beyond confident that he will flourish in the role of captain as we usher in a new era of Blackhawks hockey.»
Congratulations to Nick Foligno, but it's natural to wonder how Connor Bedard feels about this.
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SEPTEMBRE 18 | 169 ANSWERS Chicago Blackhawks officially announce their new captain Do you think Connor Bedard should have been named captain instead of Nick Foligno? | ||
| Yes | 39 | 23.1 % |
| No | 130 | 76.9 % |
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