C Connor Bedard (2023, 1st, CHI) Part 6

[Chainshot]

And now it's a series.

 

[Blue and Green]

Saskatoon completes the comeback and they deserved it, absolutely dominated after the 1st period.

 

[GlassesJacketShirt]

Nice move to win the game by Saskatoon, though the shot itself was pretty weak and should have been stopped.

Oh well, Regina's used to getting school on the ice by now.

 

[ozzie]

All these instant twitters or Facebook update goals just remind me how mysterious Crosby was in the QMJHL, even with all the hype and the lockout. It would have been unreal.

Regina needs to lose so Bedard can go play on Team Canada for the Worlds. But 11 points in 3 games and putting up a fight, really shoudn't be this close.

 

[Marc the Habs Fan]

All these instant twitters or Facebook update goals just remind me how mysterious Crosby was in the QMJHL, even with all the hype and the lockout. It would have been unreal.

Regina needs to lose so Bedard can go play on Team Canada for the Worlds. But 11 points in 3 games and putting up a fight, really shoudn't be this close.

IIRC, the Rimouski Crosby home games were on local TV and I remember the highlights would make it to RDS or TSN.

The Worlds are begin on May 12th...Bedard could probably win 3 series and still be able to play for Canada.

 

[yessir29292]

All these instant twitters or Facebook update goals just remind me how mysterious Crosby was in the QMJHL, even with all the hype and the lockout. It would have been unreal.

Regina needs to lose so Bedard can go play on Team Canada for the Worlds. But 11 points in 3 games and putting up a fight, really shoudn't be this close.

The u18s? Could go on at least on more round and play on the mens team.

 

[Gold Standard]

The u18s? Could go on at least on more round and play on the mens team.

I believe he meant the men's WHC in May and not the U18s. at least that is how I read it. I'd like to see him play another round of WHL action. He's just incredible to watch. And this is the best hockey I've seen in a few years, other than some epic Team Canada World Junior action. 2 rounds would give him a little time off to recover, but not too much time off.

At this point I'll be disappointed if he is not with Team Canada in May.

 

[ozzie]

I believe he meant the men's WHC in May and not the U18s. at least that is how I read it. I'd like to see him play another round of WHL action. He's just incredible to watch. And this is the best hockey I've seen in a few years, other than some epic Team Canada World Junior action. 2 rounds would give him a little time off to recover, but not too much time off.

At this point I'll be disappointed if he is not with Team Canada in May.

Men's Team Canada in May is the correct answer. He's too good for U18's.

 

[Jets4Life]

Bedard should have had 2 goals, and Regina should be up 3-0. Bedard's first goal was called back, as the Saskatoon goalie nudged the net off it's bearings.

I'm starting to think Bedard may be the best draft pick since Mario Lemieux. Crosby was not as impressive. McDavid, as good has he was, at least had a better supporting cast. (DeBrincat, Strone, etc.). Bedard is playing with scrubs, and he is still putting up insane numbers.

 

[waitin425]

 

[Wattsburgh]

Bedard to the Penguins ‘24

 

[Gold Standard]

Bedard should have had 2 goals, and Regina should be up 3-0. Bedard's first goal was called back, as the Saskatoon goalie nudged the net off it's bearings.

I'm starting to think Bedard may be the best draft pick since Mario Lemieux. Crosby was not as impressive. McDavid, as good has he was, at least had a better supporting cast. (DeBrincat, Strone, etc.). Bedard is playing with scrubs, and he is still putting up insane numbers.

Welcome to the party. I came to that conclusion about 4 months ago.

 

[ponder]

I'm gonna have to say this preemptively before people get freaked out. Saskatoon and Regina are going to play each other in the first round. Bedard will be driven off the puck on every play by one of the best defensive teams in the country and will likely not pile up a ton of points in the playoffs. No that won't hurt his draft stock, no it won't be a question mark on his game, no it won't be a bad sign for the next level. Any prospect except McDavid would struggle against the playoff series that Bedard is about to play.

He did have 2 of his worst games of the season vs Saskatoon (2 of his 5 pointless games all year), but in his other 3 games vs. the Blades he put up 9 points (5 goals, 4 assists).

Saskatoon are one of the best defensive teams in the dub (I’d say Seattle #1, Saskatoon or Winnipeg #2?), but I’m not convinced they’ll be able to shut down Bedard in the playoffs. We’ve seen him consistently take his game to another level at the WJCs, and I suspect he’ll do the same in the WHL playoffs. Tough matchup for him, he’s gonna have to work VERY hard to score, but I suspect he still gets it done.

So far, not a problem! I don’t think it was a crazy take, Saskatoon are indeed an excellent defensive team, but Bedard is stepping his game up and scoring like crazy (3 games in, 6 goals, 5 assists). He definitely seems like a guy who can elevate his game when it counts.

 

[prongertheman9]

Goal from last night that got disallowed because the net was off:


Having some fun:

 

[Flamesgod]

Bedard is better at everything other than skating, when compared to McDavid in their respective draft years. Bedard is getting underrated by some in here. Definitely above the Matthews tier prospect.

 

[Mathieukferland]

Bedard is better at everything other than skating, when compared to McDavid in their respective draft years. Bedard is getting underrated by some in here. Definitely above the Matthews tier prospect.

I would say there are some attributes where they are at the same level but I would give the edge to bedard in physical play, shot, and strength; vision, hands and IQ about even, speed to McDavid. Speed in the most important attribute in today’s game though

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

Please don't disappoint.

 

[Flamesgod]

I would say there are some attributes where they are at the same level but I would give the edge to bedard in physical play, shot, and strength; vision, hands and IQ about even, speed to McDavid. Speed in the most important attribute in today’s game though

Ya, speed is definitely a big one. Probably the biggest if you have the tools to go with it. I would put Bedard’s vision and pure passing ahead of McDavids. I would also give the edge to Bedard in the hockey IQ department.
Honestly, coming out of junior I would pick Bedard over McDavid as a prospect if I was drafting. We’ll see if Bedards skill set transfers as well to the NHL game though.

 

[prongertheman9]

Ya, speed is definitely a big one. Probably the biggest if you have the tools to go with it. I would put Bedard’s vision and pure passing ahead of McDavids. I would also give the edge to Bedard in the hockey IQ department.
Honestly, coming out of junior I would pick Bedard over McDavid as a prospect if I was drafting. We’ll see if Bedards skill set transfers as well to the NHL game though.

Bedard's vision/playmaking has always been grossly underrated due to being a shoot first scorer. His shot vs pass decision making (overshooting) has been questionable at times in the WHL but we've seen what his playmaking can look like at the WJC's when he has more faith in his teammates - which should be the case in the NHL.

Has there ever been a prospect with this high of a shooting/playmaking ability combination? Obviously others have have different (potentially better) high level skill combos but I can't think of anyone in recent memory who would compare for shot/playmaking. This season he has really started to use the threat of his shot to open up playmaking. His ability to curl and drag the puck into his shooting wheelhouse, read the coverage, and then either fire a pass to a teammate or shoot the puck based on how they are playing him is extremely difficult to defend.

 

[Frank the Tank]

Told my buddy that his nephew made ESPN . Unfortunately it was for him being undressed by Bedard.

This goal was featured on ESPN last evening after the Oilers-Kings game right as they transitioned to SportsCenter.

I told my buddy that his nephew was featured on ESPN; unfortunately, because he was beaten clean by Bedard.

 

[Blue and Green]

Not a very good first period for Bedard, including coughing up the puck for a breakaway in the dying seconds. Saskatoon is clearly the better team, just not getting the results.

 

[ozzie]

Bedard to the Penguins ‘24

Is he sitting out a year?

 

[Blue and Green]

Another goal for Bedard. His shot is something to behold. Goalie got a bit of it but not enough. 1-1 after two periods.

 

[Chainshot]

 

[Wattsburgh]

Is he sitting out a year?

24’ as in for President. But never mind Australia. It’s over your head.