NHL analyst makes bold claim involving Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard that'll excite fans

Entering the NHL at 18 years old is a big accomplishment.

Scoring over 60 points in your first season and over 120 after two seasons are also impressive feats. All of these were completed by Bedard in his first two seasons, at 18 and 19 years old.

What was disappointing for fans was seeing the team end the season at the bottom of the standings once again.

But it was even more disappointing for Bedard, who appeared to be struggling at times due to his team's tough position.

Despite scoring 67 points, he wasn't satisfied.

In his end-of-season media availability, Bedard didn't shy away from his plans to work hard in the summer to be ready for the start of the 2025-26 NHL regular season.

And that's exactly what he did.

There's a general belief among hockey experts that Bedard is poised to have the best season of his career due to his experience and the adjustments he applied to his offseason training.

Over the past weeks, multiple videos showing Bedard training on the ice alongside other young NHL stars like Macklin Celebrini and Kent Johnson were posted, showcasing Bedard's dedication and the intensity of his training.

With everyone agreeing that Bedard is likely to have a breakout year, the spotlight is now on those who doubted and criticized him since his draft in 2023.

On that note, here's what Elite Prospects' Content Director Cam Robinson stated on Bedard's haters a few days ago on X:

With Bedard leading the charge, Spencer Knight between the pipes, and a brand new coaching staff, the Hawks could cause a surprise this season.