Connor Bedard Comments On The Next Superstar He Plays

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Tyler Ball
October 15, 2023 (8:05 PM)

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Connor Bedard has made some fascinating comments on his next superstar opponent Auston Matthews

Bedard Comments On Matthews

Connor Bedard has been regarded as someone who loves hockey. He loves watching, playing and just being around hockey. Now he is set to face off against a player that many have compared him to throughout the draft process Auston Matthews.

Of course, both players are known for their elite shots and both were selected first overall in their respective drafts. Now Bedard has made some interesting comments on Auston Matthews and his influence on Bedard's game growing up.

"He's someone that I feel like pioneered a certain shot. He's got 6 [goals] in 2 [games], so he's doing something right. Ever since he came into the league, he's been someone I've loved to watch...so I'm excited to go against him."

Bedard commented on how excited he is to finally get to play against Matthews. Both players have been the driving force behind their teams' success this season so far.

Battle For First Overall Supremacy

After his win against Sidney Crosby in his NHL debut Bedard is now facing another first overall pick sensation. Both players have been sensational this season and will be key contributors in the final score of the upcoming game.

Auston Matthews is looking to continue his streak of hat tricks to 3 straight games.

AUSTON MATTHEWS

BACK-TO-BACK HAT-TRICKS!

While Bedard is not on a hat trick streak he is on a 3-game point streak. With the game in the balance between the two one of these streaks is likely to end.

first NHL goal for Connor Bedard

nice passing between Bedard and Donato before that entry, too.

The game tomorrow between Toronto and Chicago will be must-watch TV.

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