Veteran agent Don Meehan discusses why the two sides compromised on a five-year term, how they reacted to Leo Carlsson's offer sheet and what the outlook is for Bedard's shoulder after undergoing surgery in Colorado. Over the last six weeks, dating back to the NHL combine in early June, the Blackhawks and Connor Bedard went back and forth on contract negotiations. Bedard’s agent, Don Meehan, laid out the process to the Sun-Times on Saturday, shortly after Bedard ... [4375 chars]