One of the most-anticipated sports moments of the year took place in June when the Chicago Blackhawks selected Connor Bedard No. 1 overall in the NHL Draft.
It became official the moment Bedard — widely considered hockey’s next superstar — put the jersey on over his shirt and tie.
“It’s incredible,” he told reporters afterwards. “I can’t put it into words.”
Bedard, who turned 18 on July 17, has had time to process everything that took place in Nashville. Following a summer that included playing roller hockey and spending time with his family, Bedard went to work refining his powerful wrist shot ahead of his pro debut.
Bedard is one of the most highly regarded prospects to enter the league since Connor McDavid signed with the Edmonton Oilers in 2015. A former WHL Rookie of the Year and CHL Player of the
