Connor Bedard

Connor Bedard was able to light the lamp for the Blackhawks Friday night, scoring one goal in a 3-2 loss to the Predators.

Fantasy Impact

Bedard continues a steady stretch in the offensive zone to begin the season, notching points in four of eight games for the Blackhawks so far this season. The second-year center should continue to grow into an elite option in lineups for fantasy managers, registering a 1.00 point per game average (two goals, six assists) so far this season.

Connor Bedard had two assists during Chicago's 5-2 opening night loss to Utah. He had five shots on goal and finished with a plus-one rating in 21:14 minutes of ice time.

Fantasy Impact

In his rookie season last year, he posted 22 goals and 39 assists (61 points) in 68 games. His minus-44 rating from last season is only an issue if you're in a league that counts that category. It's safe to predict that in a full season of games, Bedard should continue to improve in all scoring categories.

Connor Bedard (jaw) has been placed on injured reserve by the Chicago Blackhawks the club announced Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Bedard suffered the fractured jaw on an enormous first-period hit from Devils defenseman Brendan Smith and was unable to return to Friday’s 4-2 loss. The No.1 overall pick of the 2023 NHL draft this past summer had played a vital role in leading Chicago’s dismal offense to this point, leading the team with 33 points (15 goals, 18 assists) in 39 games so far this season.

Connor Bedard will center the top line for the Chicago Blackhawks in his NHL debut against the Pittsburgh Penguins Tuesday night.

Fantasy Impact

Bedard will look to make an instant impact in the offensive zone Tuesday night, as the No. 1 overall pick of the 2023 NHL draft will likely square off in the face-off circle with Sidney Crosby for most of the night.