Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard sent collectors into a frenzy for much of last year with his Young Guns card. Bedard, the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NHL draft, has been called a once-in-a-generation talent.

The Chicago Blackhawks rallied from a 1-0 deficit in the first period with two goals in the second, but they lost to the Nashville Predators 3-2 in a shootout Thursday at Bridgestone Arena. The Hawks showed as much zip and battle as they’ve had since a 3-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche four games ago,

Extends impressive streak

Bedard is immensely frustrated by the Hawks' struggles this season. But unlike most NHL players, he also keeps an eye on the organization's prospects, and he likes what he sees.

Chicago Blackhawks' Connor Bedard is on his way to becoming an NHL superstar based on how quickly he reached 100 career points.

Kane and Bedard's careers started off in a remarkably similar way, but there is one big difference that makes them seem worlds apart.

Even with McDavid's impressive accomplishment, the Blackhawks have a rich history that he wouldn't have topped yet.

Blackhawks star Connor Bedard was extremely honest on the toll losing has taken on him after a loss to the Flames.

The Chicago Blackhawks are not a good hockey team. Nick Foligno wishes it was better for Connor Bedard as far as the team situation.

Connor Bedard had a goal and an assist, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-1. Frank Nazar and Ilya Mikheyev also scored for Chicago, which had lost six of seven.

Connor Bedard voices concerns on Chicago Blackhawks team dynamics, sparking talks about his potential future with his hometown team, the Vancouver Canucks.

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