Connor Bedard earned significant hype entering his rookie season.
The 2023 top overall pick dazzled the highlight reels during his time with the Regina Pats, notching an eye-opening 71 goals and 72 assists in his final season of junior hockey. He led his native Canada to back-to-back World Junior Championships, notching 23 points in seven games during the 2023 version.
It isn’t just the records that stand out with Bedard. He’s already drawing attention around the league for his explosive speed, quickness, scoring touch and shooting ability.
The stories of Bedard’s development only added to the hype.