What happened: Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard let linemate Anton Frondell take the opening faceoff during Frondell's NHL debut last night. The gesture was celebrated as a special moment by the team. It highlighted camaraderie early in the game.
NHL·RECAP·March 26, 2026 10:13 AM ET
Bedard cedes opening faceoff to Frondell in NHL debut
Star rookie honors linemate's debut moment.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Mar 261 min read
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