Expectations are sky high for Connor Bedard, as he is set to make his NHL regular-season debut in 12 days. The most recent first overall selection has been considered a generational talent, the likes of Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby.
Additionally, Bedard had five shots on net to lead the Blackhawks forwards, as the only other player to shoot more than one shot was Andreas Athanasiou. Connor Bedard finished the game a plus two to quell any talk about his defence play.
It is unknown how many preseason games Connor Bedard will play, but rest assured, he will be a fixture of highlight reels throughout the exhibition games he is in.
Once the NHL season gets started, though, the games will be more intense, and Connor Bedard will have to up his play to keep up. The kid can do it, and he will also pile up the goals as well.