In breaking news, there has just been a massive update on the status of Connor Bedrard's jaw injury that has kept him off the ice for weeks.

Bedard In Full Gear Expected to Practice Today

Connor Bedard has been off the ice since he sustained a jaw injury against the New Jersey Devils on January 5th. He has been dying to come back to practice, and it looks like he may get his wish today.

Connor Bedard is in full gear right now inside the locker room.

It looks like he's going to skate on his own in a non-contact jersey. Wow. #Blackhawks

A broken jaw is no small feat to recover from, but Bedard has been noted as trying everything in his power to get back onto the ice in his rookie campaign. While he is not set to return anytime soon, this is a positive step in the right direction.

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BREAKING: Major Update on Connor Bedard's Debilitating Jaw Injury

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