Rumor reveals Connor Bedard could be fighting through injury at Worlds

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Tyler Ball
May 22, 2024 (5:39 PM)

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Connor Bedard has not looked like himself during the Men's World Championships while playing for Canada this has prompted discussion of a potential injury.

Connor Bedard is one of the best players in the world right now, particularly for his age. So the fact that he has struggled so much for Canada during their World Championship tournament has been a shock. In Canada's most recent game against Czechia Connor Bedard played just 10 shifts and a bit over 8 minutes.

Not totally sure what's going on with Connor Bedard, who played just 8:08 today and nothing in OT.

Just 10 shifts. #MensWorlds

This has led to panic online about the well-being of Connor Bedard. He has shown when healthy he can dominate a game at any level. Therefore his lack of dominance has led many to believe he is dealing with a mystery injury.

According to some sources, #ConnorBedard might be hurt...

UNCONFIRMED

Let's hope not!

As of now, any official injury has not been confirmed by either Hockey Canada or the Chicago Blackhawks. The Canadians now move into the knockout round of the tournament. Connor Bedard's status for their next game and ice time will be key to determining if there is an injury at play.

Source: Hockey Feed - Concerning news on Connor Bedard overseas