Along the way there is another star hockey player named Connor. "It's pretty surreal," Bedard told me. Bedard finally passed the test and now we wait to see what his future holds. Prospects News & Rumors: Guhle, Bedard & Vesalainen. We encourage you to review it carefully. TV, NHL Premium, NHL After Dark, NHL GameCenter, NHL GameCenter LIVE, NHL Network name and logo, NHL Tonight name and logo, On The Fly, NHL Network Showdown name and logo, NHL Awards name and logo, NHL Draft name and logo, NHL Mascots, Hockey Fights Cancer, Because It's The Cup, NHL Green name and logo, NHL Vault, Hockey Is For Everyone, NHL Thanksgiving Showdown name and logo, NHL Centennial Classic name and logo, NHL Centennial Season logo, NHL100 Classic name and logo, NHL Global Series name and logo, NHL China Games name and logo, NHL Power Players name and logo, NHL Outdoors at Lake Tahoe name and logo, and Don't Miss A Moment are trademarks of the National Hockey League. 0. As far as how he'll handle the bigger bodies at that level, he's got a pretty good base on his center of gravity. Bedard is the seventh player to receive exceptional player status, and the first from western Canada. 1 overall in the 2020 draft. Miller isn't as young, but he had an unreal year, too.". "But I think I'll be quick to get used to it.". The Montreal Canadiens sign their first-round pick from the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, a top prospect for the 2023 NHL Entry Draft with exceptional status makes his debut in Sweden, and the Winnipeg Jets loan out a former first-round pick to Finland. While Bedard doesn't have a specific NHLer he models his game after, he is a big Vancouver Canucks fan and loves the team's young core. Connor Bedard, a 14-year-old forward with the West Vancouver Academy Under-18 team, has been granted exceptional player status and will be eligible to … The process, overseen by Hockey Canada and administered by B.C. Last year, it seemed as if that would change with Matthew Savoie, but he was turned down. Enter Search Term. But the club put its playoff game face on after a couple of physically-charged wins agains the Jets. Bedard was selected by the Regina Pats first overall in the 2020 Western Hockey League Bantam Draft as the first ever WHL player of exceptional status. Move over Connor McDavid, there’s another star hockey player named Connor on the way. From that aspect, he won't have issues. The junior hockey season has been anything but normal, but the U-18 World Championship will once again give fans a chance to watch the top prospects in the world - including a few budding phenoms. All Rights Reserved. He creates space, whereas a lot of kids with those skills, they'll try to do it all themselves. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. © NHL 2021. NEWS | BC Hockey is proud to announce that North Vancouver's Connor Bedard is the first player to gain exceptional player status for eligibility in @TheWHL! The Vancouver native was in the car when he found out about his successful application, with agent Greg Landry of Newport Sports delivering the good news. Might as well book a front-row seat now. The QMJHL had its first exception with Joe Veleno a few years ago, but the 'Dub' was the last holdout. Twitter. To have my name even in the same sentence as those guys, it's really cool and I'm really honored. "On the rush, putting the puck through sticks; I use that a lot. Keith … He joins Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (2005), Florida Panthers defensemen Aaron Ekblad (2011), Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (2012), New York Rangers defenseman prospect Sean Day (2013), Detroit Red Wings forward prospect Joseph Veleno (2015) and Shane Wright of Kington of the Ontario Hockey League (2019). WhatsApp. "His obvious skills sets are an unbelievable shot and an unbelievable ability to stickhandle through guys," Marr said. Connor Bedard, the 2023 draft phenom, is coming for the WHL - The Hockey News on Sports Illustrated Connor Bedard, the 2023 draft phenom, is coming for … Bedard, the WHL’s first-ever exceptional status player, led the CSSHL U18 in goals and points at 14 before the Regina Pats selected him No. All rights reserved. I'm sure it'll be like a great experience for me and my family is really excited too.". Connor Bedard. NHL.com is the official web site of the National Hockey League. admin - April 7, 2021. Connor Bedard scores a goal for the Regina Pats during a 3-2 overtime win against the Moose Jaw Warriors on Tuesday, March 30 in Regina. J.T. At just 15 years old, Connor Bedard is considered one of the top prospects eligible for the 2023 NHL Draft after a head-turning 2020-21 season in the Western Hockey League. NHL News : Tragedy strikes 15 year old phenom Connor Bedard Tragedy strikes 15 year old phenom Connor Bedard This kid is going to be an NHL … "For the past two years it's been a dream of mine, so I'm super-honored they decided to give it to me.". "I would have said this regardless but the exceptional status made it even more obvious to everybody. The NHL has updated its Privacy Policy effective January 16, 2020. Connor Bedard, whose grandfather passed away suddenly on Tuesday, scores the OT winner, lifting the Regina Pats to a 2-1 victory over Brandon. "Throughout the evaluation process Connor has displayed the tremendous potential he has both mentally and physically to be able to be granted exceptional status.". Being the youngest guy on the team is nothing new to the talented pivot, however. Needless to say, the 14-year-old Bedard has never lived on his own before and given that his hometown Vancouver Giants don't pick until 10th overall, he's not going to be living at home next year. Connor Bedard named to Team Canada U18 roster REGINA -- The youngest member of the Regina Pats will be representing Team Canada at the IIHF U18 Hockey Championships. Google+. Connor Bedard, a 15-year-old phenom who was selected by the Regina Pats with the first overall pick of the WHL's 2020 bantam draft, is training in … Playing for the West Van Academy prep team of the Canadian Sport School League (where many of the WHL's recent top-10 picks compete), Bedard led the midget prep circuit in scoring with 43 goals and 84 points in 36 games. But the lack of action in development league has limited the amount of movement. Bedard will be eligible for the 2023 NHL Draft. There's no doubt in my mind that he'll have a lot of success next year as a 15-year-old.". Details on the first Connor Bedard hockey card, which is part of the 2020-21 Regina Pats team set. (WHL) The five-foot-eight Bedard describes himself as … Canadiens Prospects. North Vancouver natives averaged 1.87 points per game in the … "It'll be a lot different," he said. It's a long ways off, but eventually we'll be thinking about which NHL team Bedard will play for. Connor Bedard had two goals in one loss on Friday when the Regina Pats opened their season with a 6-3 loss to Prince Albert Raiders Fans of the Regina Pats have asked themselves this question since April 22 April when he was selected first in the overall standings in … Facebook. "It's helped my game a lot," Bedard said. We got Rockets, Warriors, Chiefs, Sun, Falcons, KSS, RSS, OMS and so much more local sports news. The review process to determine exceptional player status was administered by BC Hockey with a Hockey Canada Special Evaluation Panel assembled to evaluate Bedard's potential in the areas of hockey skills, academic ability, and mental and physical maturity. "Ever since I was a kid I dreamed of playing in the WHL and Regina's the oldest franchise in the league," Bedard said. Go over Connor McDavid. Bedard has always had a wicked shot, but his mission this season was to make sure he wasn't going to be a one-dimensional player. Bedard (5-foot-8, 165 pounds) led the Canadian Sports School Hockey League with 84 points (43 goals, 41 assists) in 36 games. "The past few days have been pretty surreal looking at guys like McDavid, Tavares, Ekblad, even Shane Wright what he did this year (led OHL rookies with 66 points) is just crazy. Sam Cosentino speaks with 14-year old Connor Bedard - the seventh Canadian player to receive exceptional status and first from the WHL. "My coach was really on me about that.". He turns 15 on July 17. Like a lot of other phenoms (McDavid and Wright, for example), Bedard has gone through the Power Edge Pro system, attending camps run by founder and skills guru Joe Quinn. Connor Bedard: A Generational Talent April 13, 2021 by Hadi K. Six months after the 2020 NHL draft, some prospect would be selected higher today. That meant interviews with his coach, one of his teachers and Bedard himself, while the teen had to write a personal essay for Hockey Canada and its evaluation panel. "I have zero doubts that he will have success," Steve Marr, Bedard's coach, told Sportsnet. During the quarantine, Bedard has tried to keep as busy as possible, shooting pucks, working out and rollerblading. He's very strong in his core, his legs and his stability, and he's strong on his edges. News; World News – CA – Connor Bedard recovers as Regina Pats beat Swift Current Broncos. In Sweden, Bedard started at … Marr said that success will come because of a top-end offensive game that allowed him to succeed as a 14-year-old in a league consisting of 15- and 16-year-old players this season. All NHL team jerseys customized with NHL players' names and numbers are officially licensed by the NHL and the NHLPA. We've seen superstars come out of this situation before, from John Tavares to Connor McDavid and now Shane Wright in the OHL. Only 15 years old, Connor Bedard is considered one of the top prospects for the 2023 NHL draft after looking back on the 2020-21 season in the Western Hockey League. 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In less than a week, the WHL will hold its annual bantam draft, with the Regina Pats making the first selection. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. "Obviously it's a huge honor," Bedard said Wednesday. News The Vancouver native is the league's first prospect to receive the Exceptional Status designation to join up a year early. Regina Pats GM John Paddock compares the hype Connor Bedard will generate to that of the Finnish Flash in Winnipeg. The biggest name to watch for? "Yes, he's 5-foot-8, 165 pounds, but he's a pretty thick 165 pounds. North Vancouver 14-year-old Connor Bedard is the talk of the hockey world after earning Exceptional Status and early entry into the Western Hockey … The Regina Pats scored four unanswered goals in the third half on Tuesday evening en route to a 6-1 decision over the Swift Current Broncos . "I've been in touch with them, John Paddock is obviously a great guy, and that organization, I've heard only good things so I couldn't be more thrilled with going to Regina. Any other third party trademarks or copyrights are the property of their respective owners. Veleno, who turned pro this season after four seasons in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, had been the only player outside the Ontario Hockey League to receive exceptional player status. Players generally are drafted into the WHL at age 15 but can play a maximum of five games in the league at that age unless their midget team's season has ended. The Vancouver native is the league's first prospect to receive the Exceptional Status designation to join up a year early. Quick movements in the corners is another one. Includes print run info and more. Move over Connor McDavid, on the way there is another star hockey player named Connor. Connor Bedard, 15, already touted as hockey's next superstar Hockey, involved on-ice scouting of Bedard's game, plus a significant off-ice component that assessed if the youngster was mentally ready for the rigors of life in the 'Dub.' Connor Bedard is 15 years old — and already touted as hockey’s next superstar: nypost.com : 04/20/2021 : Meet the Team: Canada’s Under-18 World Hockey Championship roster: eprinkside.com : 04/13/2021 : Connor Bedard: A Generational Talent: thehockeywriters.com : 03/13/2021 : Bedard pots two in WHL debut: Dubnetwork.ca : 09/15/2020 By using NHL websites or other online services, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, including our Cookie Policy. 3. Regina Pats star Connor Bedard brushed his long hair aside to reveal a sombre expression following the most-lopsided loss of his brief WHL career. WATCH: Fifteen-year-old North Vancouver hockey phenom Connor Bedard was supposed to be starting his WHL career this year, but with COVID-19 throwing a … Bedard will be eligible for the National Hockey League entry draft in 2023. At least now he doesn't have the spectre of the Exceptional Status over his head. "This year, working on my 200-foot game was a huge focus for me and I really improved there," he said. He doesn't get knocked around easily. https://www.si.com/hockey/video/how-good-is-connor-bedard-going-to-be "BC Hockey would like to congratulate Connor on being announced as the first player from Western Canada to be granted exceptional status in the CHL and WHL," BC Hockey Chief Executive Officer Barry Petrachenko said. By. © 2021 The Hockey News, Roustan Media Ltd. #whl #pats pic.twitter.com/veaN3Kmywn — … And with the WHL draft coming up soon, it's a great time to catch up with the gifted youngster. Center Connor Bedard, the first player ever granted Exceptional Status to join the league a year early. Sign up today to get the best features and analysis from the NHL and beyond. North Vancouver native Connor Bedard’s exceptional player status is opening doors of opportunity – from suiting up in the WHL as a 15-year-old and being touted as … Connor Bedard (born July 17, 2005) is a Canadian junior ice hockey centreman who plays in the WHL for the Regina Pats. Not a subscriber? Regina, which has the first pick of the 2020 WHL draft on April 22, announced it will select Bedard. All Rights Reserved. "And his shot is so good that one of the overlooked attributes is his ability to pass the puck and find teammates through seams that most, if not all players can't.". There's no secret with this.". He led his team in scoring by a 13-point margin and the second-highest scorer was three years older than him. Meet Connor Bedard; the first and only player to have been granted WHL Exceptional Status. The North Vancouver native scored 1.87 points per game … "We will be selecting him first," Regina general manager John Paddock told the Regina Leader-Post on Wednesday. Bedard said he's looking forward to starting next season with Regina. "I went to a few games this year," he said. Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. Connor Bedard, a 14-year-old forward with the West Vancouver Academy Under-18 team, has been granted exceptional player status and will be eligible to play all of next season in the Western Hockey League as a 15-year-old. 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