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Connor
Bedard
Player Profile
Position
Center
Team
Regina Pats
League
whl
Height
5'10"
Weight
185 lbs
Place of Birth
North Vancouver, BC  

Bedard is an elite, creative forward who has an ability to drive play and make a difference in all three zones. His mobility, vision and shot all stands out compared to his peers. His great low base allows him to create separation from his opponent, using a mixture of lateral movements to beat defenders wide. He plays a strong east-west game, using his edges to make tight cuts in the offensive zone while putting the puck past defenders to get a quick shot on net. His shooting mechanics are elite, generating a ton of torque in his shot with strong hip rotation and an ability to get it off in stride. He was not afraid to battle for positioning in front of the net and was hard to knock out of position. Defensively, he was in position on the breakout and used a quick stick to cause turnovers. In terms of improvement, not much can be pointed out for Bedard but building up his strength is always something that he should continue to do given his size. Overall, Bedard is a highly creative player who makes those around him better. He has tons of upside but building strength should be a continued focus. He rightfully sits atop the list of 2023 NHL Draft eligible players.

Mat Sheridan
Scout Profile

Game Results

December 28, 2021
Austria
2
Canada
11

Player Report

Skating 8
Shooting 9
Puckhandling 9
Playmaking 9
Offensive Awareness 9
Defensive Awareness 7
Compete 8

Connor Bedard's Reports

Jan 26/23 Connor Bedard 24471 – Team White vs. Team Red CHLTPG by Aaron Vickers View Summary
Dec 29/22 Connor Bedard 24390 – Canada vs. Germany WJC-20 by Donesh Mazloum View Summary
Oct 13/22 Connor Bedard 24198 – Regina vs. Edmonton WHL by Donesh Mazloum View Summary
Aug 18/22 Connor Bedard 24088 – Czechia vs. Canada WJC-20 by Donesh Mazloum View Summary
Apr 24/22 Connor Bedard 23787 – Team USA vs. Canada WJC-18 by Mat Sheridan View Summary
Dec 29/21 Connor Bedard 23080 – Austria vs. Canada WJC-20 by Mat Sheridan View Summary
Dec 1/21 Connor Bedard 22871 – Regina vs. Calgary WHL by Derek Neumeier View Summary