Connor Bedard C CHI Thu 11/28/24 1:18 PM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard scored a power-play goal in Wednesday's 6-2 win over the Stars.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard bolstered Chicago's lead to 3-0 just 41 seconds into the second period with a snap shot while on the power play. This was Bedard's fourth goal of the campaign, but the 19-year-old center is enduring a rough start to the campaign when compared to the numbers he posted as a rookie. He averaged nearly a point per game in 2023-24, with 61 points across 68 regular-season appearances, but he's been limited to "only"16 points in 22 games thus far in 2024-25. Fantasy managers shouldn't worry too much about that, however, and while Bedard could continue to navigate through some growing as a 19-year-old, he remains one of the game's brightest young players.
Connor Bedard C CHI Wed 11/20/24 12:21 AM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard notched two assists, two hits, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Ducks.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard ended a three-game point drought by setting up both of Jason Dickinson's tallies in the contest. It's been 10 contests since Bedard scored a goal, but he has managed a decent six assists in that span. For fantasy purposes, Bedard played at left wing Tuesday to accommodate Dickinson, a natural center, on the top line. If that lasts long enough, Bedard could gain some positional flexibility. The 19-year-old has three goals, 12 assists, 55 shots on net, eight PIM and a minus-6 rating through 19 appearances this season.
Connor Bedard C CHI Fri 11/8/24 12:02 AM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard recorded a power-play assist, three hits, two blocked shots, two PIM and a minus-2 rating in Thursday's 3-1 loss to the Stars.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard has four helpers over four games in November, but he has gone six contests without a goal. The 19-year-old is up to 13 points (six on the power play), 50 shots on net, six hits, 11 blocked shots, six PIM and a minus-4 rating through 15 contests overall. Bedard has modestly upped his shot rate this season, but he's converting at just a 6.0 percent clip, so he'll likely benefit from both the higher volume and a little positive regression as the campaign progresses.
Connor Bedard C CHI Mon 11/4/24 12:14 AM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard notched three assists, five shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Ducks.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard entered Sunday with no points over his last three games despite the Blackhawks scoring 10 goals as a team in that span. The 19-year-old put an end to the slump with an assist in each period, including one power-play helper. He's too talented to stay quiet over long stretches, so fantasy managers shouldn't be too discouraged. Bedard is up to three goals, nine assists (five on the power play), 45 shots and a minus-1 rating through 13 appearances.
Connor Bedard C CHI Sun 10/27/24 1:06 PM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard scored a goal in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Stars.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard has found the back of the net in his last two appearances, and the 19-year-old star center has already notched nine points across nine appearances this season. Even though the Blackhawks are bound to struggle in 2024-25, Bedard should be one of the team's few productive fantasy options across all formats. The lack of consistency is an issue, though, as he hasn't been able to chip in with points in three of his last six outings.
Connor Bedard C CHI Sat 10/26/24 1:08 AM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard scored a goal on four shots in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Predators.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard gave the Blackhawks a 2-0 lead in the second period. The tally was his second of the season, and this was the first time Bedard had just one point in a game -- he's posted three multi-point efforts and four zeroes so far. The 19-year-old star has two goals, six assists, 29 shots on net and a minus-2 rating over eight contests. While there are still some struggles ahead for the Blackhawks, Bedard remains one of the league's best young players.
Connor Bedard C CHI Fri 10/18/24 1:02 AM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard registered a pair of power-play assists and three shots on goal in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Sharks.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard helped out on goals by Tyler Bertuzzi and Nick Foligno. It's been all or nothing for Bedard in the early going -- he has three multi-point efforts and has been held off the scoresheet in the other two games. The center has a goal, six assists (four on the power play), 17 shots on net and a plus-3 rating so far.
Connor Bedard C CHI Sun 10/13/24 2:20 AM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard scored a goal, added two power-play assists and blocked two shots in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Oilers.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard has multiple points in both of the games where the Blackhawks have scored more than one goal. The 19-year-old is up to five points (two on the power play), seven shots on net and a plus-2 rating through three outings this season. As if there was any doubt, he'll continue to center the top line and should be capable of producing offense at a high volume throughout the campaign.
Connor Bedard C CHI Wed 10/9/24 2:06 AM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard notched two assists and five shots on goal in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to Utah.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard had a hand in both of the Blackhawks' goals, making him a bright spot in the loss. The 19-year-old will be asked to carry a large share of the offense again this season, though he looks more than capable of that task. He produced 22 goals, 39 assists and 206 shots on net last season while also taking a minus-44 rating over 68 appearances. With a slightly better supporting cast, Bedard could push for the 70-point mark in 2024-25.
Connor Bedard C CHI Sat 10/5/24 11:32 PM
Connor Bedard
C CHI
Bedard racked up three assists, including two on the power play, in Saturday's 6-2 preseason win over the Blues.
EDGE Analysis
Bedard has filled a playmaking role in the preseason with a goal, five assists and 16 shots on net over four contests. The 19-year-old center was dominant Saturday in a game that featured few bona fide NHLers, though Bedard's talent level can't be questioned. He'll be the centerpiece of Chicago's offense in 2024-25.