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BREAKING: Connor Bedard Undergoes Surgery For Injury

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Wade Messier
January 10, 2024 (10:54)

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Connor Bedard grabs his face as he hits the ice following a hit from Brendan Smith

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The NHL's newest phenom Connor Bedard has already had to undergo the first surgery of his career following a scary injury the other night.

Bedard Sidelined 6-8 Weeks

According to insider Frank Seravalli, Connor Bedard has undergone surgery to repair his fractured jaw.

Hearing Connor Bedard underwent surgery on Monday to repair his fractured jaw.

Bedard is expected to miss approximately 6-8 weeks, meaning #Blackhawks will unfortunately need an injury replacement at #NHLAllStar.

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This news comes after Bedard was removed from a game against the New Jersey Devils after receiving a hit to the face from Brendan Smith. It was originally reported that he would miss some time, but surgery was not a part of the original plan for the Blackhawks.

A replacement will need to be picked to fill Bedard's spot at the upcoming All-Star game in Toronto.

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BREAKING: Connor Bedard Undergoes Surgery For Injury

The NHL's newest phenom Connor Bedard has already had to undergo the first surgery of his career following a scary injury the other night.

Bedard Sidelined 6-8 Weeks

Is Bedard a lock for ROTY?