C Connor Bedard - Regina Pats, WHL (2023 Draft) Part 3

[ORRFForever]

I like it.

I just worry it will come back to haunt him.

 

[GlassesJacketShirt]

Pats' D isn't amazing, but every shot on net against feels like a scoring chance with these poor netminders.

 

[Mr Buckles]

Needs 7 goals in 11 games to hit 50. For him, that definitely seems realistic.

Also, here's the first (less sexy) goal:

 

[Gold Standard]

I could have done without the taunting but... well done, young man, well done.

taunting by whom, the SC bench? looks like he was getting chirped by the bench. yeah, he probably shouldn't have done a fly-by of the opposing bench. but minor stuff.
4th. in league scoring now. finishing strong and in top the top 3 looks to be very doable. too bad no playoff games. but a few weeks to recoup and then back at it to for the rejigged WJC in August. I'm conflicted as to whether or not play the u18 tournament. normally I'd say yes, but given a choice, I'd prefer he play the U20 August games.

 

[ORRFForever]

taunting by whom, the SC bench? looks like he was getting chirped by the bench. yeah, he probably shouldn't have done a fly-by of the opposing bench. but minor stuff.

I just don't want to see someone (with no NHL future) take a run at him because they were taunted.

 

[GlassesJacketShirt]

taunting by whom, the SC bench? looks like he was getting chirped by the bench. yeah, he probably shouldn't have done a fly-by of the opposing bench. but minor stuff.
4th. in league scoring now. finishing strong and in top the top 3 looks to be very doable. too bad no playoff games. but a few weeks to recoup and then back at it to for the rejigged WJC in August. I'm conflicted as to whether or not play the u18 tournament. normally I'd say yes, but given a choice, I'd prefer he play the U20 August games.

I'm not against the idea of going back to the U18s in theory, but his dominance in the knockout stages last year indicates a possible waste of time for him.

 

[prongertheman9]

taunting by whom, the SC bench? looks like he was getting chirped by the bench. yeah, he probably shouldn't have done a fly-by of the opposing bench. but minor stuff.
4th. in league scoring now. finishing strong and in top the top 3 looks to be very doable. too bad no playoff games. but a few weeks to recoup and then back at it to for the rejigged WJC in August. I'm conflicted as to whether or not play the u18 tournament. normally I'd say yes, but given a choice, I'd prefer he play the U20 August games.

Why would he have to choose between the U-18’s and the U20’s? It’s rare for HC to send someone back to U-18’s after playing at the U20 level but usually the U20 studs are on long CHL playoff runs and can’t make it anyways. I think they should bring him along to the Mens Worlds instead of the U18’s tbh.

 

[Love]

Is it just me or does Bedard actually seem a bit under hyped? He’s having a better draft-1 season than McDavid. Yes Bedard is still getting lots of hype, but nowhere close to the level of hype McDavid got at the same age.

 

[ORRFForever]

Is it just me or does Bedard actually seem a bit under hyped? He’s having a better draft-1 season than McDavid. Yes Bedard is still getting lots of hype, but nowhere close to the level of hype McDavid got at the same age.

I think a lot of people are concerned about his size - or lack thereof.

 

[ijuka]

Is it just me or does Bedard actually seem a bit under hyped? He’s having a better draft-1 season than McDavid. Yes Bedard is still getting lots of hype, but nowhere close to the level of hype McDavid got at the same age.

Probably because he's not considered to be as good of a prospect as McDavid was. It's not so much about the production, I don't think it ever even was about that with McDavid. Just ridiculous hands, skating, and hockey IQ combination.

It's also true that Bedard has size concerns. McDavid at 6'1" had strong size and no concerns, Bedard being 5'9" gives some concern.

 

[Antiillafire]

Is it just me or does Bedard actually seem a bit under hyped? He’s having a better draft-1 season than McDavid. Yes Bedard is still getting lots of hype, but nowhere close to the level of hype McDavid got at the same age.

He is imo. Best shot I’ve ever seen as a 16 year old player

 

[Love]

I think a lot of people are concerned about his size - or lack thereof.

Probably because he's not considered to be as good of a prospect as McDavid was. It's not so much about the production, I don't think it ever even was about that with McDavid. Just ridiculous hands, skating, and hockey IQ combination.

It's also true that Bedard has size concerns. McDavid at 6'1" had strong size and no concerns, Bedard being 5'9" gives some concern.

I guess the size thing is fair. But it seems rather likely he’ll end up around 5’11’’ 200lbs which isn’t an issue at all.

 

[Bubbles]

Why would he have to choose between the U-18’s and the U20’s? It’s rare for HC to send someone back to U-18’s after playing at the U20 level but usually the U20 studs are on long CHL playoff runs and can’t make it anyways. I think they should bring him along to the Mens Worlds instead of the U18’s tbh.

I was suggesting he be taken to the Olympics. But he wasn't physically ready for that.

HC considers him a part of the U20 group now. It's not just rare to go back to U18, I don't think it's ever happened (correct me if I'm wrong)

I like the idea of sending him to the Worlds.

 

[ORRFForever]

...it seems rather likely he’ll end up around 5’11’’ 200lbs...

Hope so.

 

[ijuka]

I was suggesting he be taken to the Olympics. But he wasn't physically ready for that.

HC considers him a part of the U20 group now. It's not just rare to go back to U18, I don't think it's ever happened (correct me if I'm wrong)

I like the idea of sending him to the Worlds.

He's a u17 player... In no world is that too old to play at u-18s.

Pats is not a playoff team, a bit different from players who were playing playoffs and competing for Memorial Trophy.

 

[ORRFForever]

He's a u17 player... In no world is that too old to play at u-18s.

I don't think he said that.

 

[Gold Standard]

I was suggesting he be taken to the Olympics. But he wasn't physically ready for that.

HC considers him a part of the U20 group now. It's not just rare to go back to U18, I don't think it's ever happened (correct me if I'm wrong)

I like the idea of sending him to the Worlds.

I don't think you're wrong, it does seem to be something of a Hockey Canada rule. I think it's a dumb rule, but since the WJC is rejigged for August, CB can skip the U18s and rest up, catch his breath and hit it hard mid July.

I don't think the WHC is a good idea for a 16 year old.

 

[Reddwit]

I see some Gaudreau in him.

 

[Tactical Quack]

Gonna be sick watching him in a ducks jersey for the next 15 years

 

[KrakenFan92]

Is Sakic a good comparison for Bedard?

 

[Sweetpotato]

Is Sakic a good comparison for Bedard?

In terms of 1 player, yes.

My best description is Kane+Matthews

 

[Love]

In terms of 1 player, yes.

My best description is Kane+Matthews

That’s so weird… I’ve always thought Bedard is like a Kane + Matthews hybrid too but I don’t think I’ve ever articulated it to anyone before or read it.

Great minds think alike I guess

 

[Mr Buckles]

In terms of 1 player, yes.

My best description is Kane+Matthews

That's a pretty cool description. I've heard people say Marcel Dionne in this thread, but I never had a chance to see him play.

 

[Sweetpotato]

That's a pretty cool description. I've heard people say Marcel Dionne in this thread, but I never had a chance to see him play.

I can't really speak to Dionne as I never watched him either. I've watched Bedard a lot though.

 

[ORRFForever]

I can't really speak to Dionne as I never watched him either. I've watched Bedard a lot though.

Before my time, too, but I understand he was VERY good.