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Connor Bedard Is the NHL's Next Big Star. He Just Has to Wait a Year. - The New York Times
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NHL draft grades 2023: First-round winners (Bedard), losers (Capitals)
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Which NHL teams are in the running for Connor Bedard? - Daily Faceoff
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Connor Bedard looks ready to lead NHL's new crop of young stars
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Connor Bedard takes another step toward making his NHL debut with the Chicago Blackhawks
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Bedard to play 1st game in Blackhawks uniform on Saturday
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NHL Prospect Discussion] Connor Bedard has 64 points during his 27 game point streak in the WHL. : r/hockey
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17-year-old Connor Bedard is about to be NHL's next big thing
Bedard 'can't wait' to make preseason debut for Blackhawks against Blues
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New era begins as Chicago selects Connor Bedard 1st overall in NHL draft
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Connor Bedard Headlines Impressive NHL Rookie Class For 2023-24 Season