Connor Bedard is a forward who was selected as the No. 1 overall pick by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2023 NHL Draft. He signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Blackhawks on his 18th birthday, July 17, 2023. The contract has a maximum annual salary cap hit of $950,000. The total value of his contract is worth $13.35 million over the course of three years, and he can make up to $4.45 million per season if he achieves the performance bonuses in his ELC. His salary is comprised of $95,000 in signing bonuses and $855,000 in base salary. Bedard is considered to be one of the best players in his generation and is expected to play a large role in pushing the Blackhawks forward for many years to come.