Chicago Blackhawks captain Connor Bedard was on the ice with his team ahead of practice Tuesday, a promising sign for the team as it gets ready for its home opener against the St. Louis Blues. His participation turned heads after Patrick Kane offered an assessment on Bedard's health, adding outside scrutiny to the situation.

The Blackhawks have been navigating injury updates and roster decisions heading into the home opener. Bedard's status remains a focal point for the team and its fans as Chicago aims to get going on solid footing.