In the past few hours, a catastrophic announcement was made by the Chicago Blackhawks.
Indeed, the organization confirmed that Connor Bedard's line mate, Taylor Hall, will need to undergo surgery on his right knee, missing the rest of the 2023-2024 season.
"MEDICAL UPDATE: Taylor Hall will undergo surgery on his right knee. He is expected to miss the rest of the Blackhawks season." - Chicago Blackhawks
Ouch! This is a tough blow for Luke Richardson's team!
The Blackhawks' top brass had decided to bring Taylor Hall to Chicago to provide a quality winger for the young sensation Connor Bedard, and now, after only a month and a half, his season is already over.
It remains to be seen who will be paired with the first overall pick, but there is no doubt that this injury could greatly hinder the offensive contribution of number 98.