Taylor Hall Shares Some Concerning News Regarding Connor Bedard

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Julien Trekker
October 16, 2023 (12:00)

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Hall Reveals Bedard's Struggles.
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The linemate of Connor Bedard, Taylor Hall, was asked by the media to talk about how the rookie handles the pressure and all the attention he's receiving.

This is what he had to say:

"I think he's handling it really well. I mean, he does way too many in-game interviews and stuff. I think they need to find a way to just let him play. But I think he understands his role as a major ambassador for the game of hockey and he's handling it so well. He doesn't seem to be fazed by it. But I think that it can be a bit too much for him at times. He doesn't say that, but it feels like it is.

This road trip is hard; we play 4-5 home openers against teams, then we play in Colorado at 8:30 and fly back for our home opener with no practice time before or anything.

Not making excuses, but it is a hard trip. But in saying that, it makes the rest of the season maybe a bit easier and the schedule less condensed, so we're going to battle through it and do the best we can."

The Pressure of Being in Bedard's Skates

Connor Bedard must push through a lot of pressure every day. Not only is he a first overall pick and a generational talent with the status of "exceptional player", but he also must start his NHL journey on a long road trip.

This isn't the easiest way to start a career.

Hall believes he's handling it well, but any 18-year-old rookie coming into the NHL who gets as much attention as Bedard will feel the pressure.

It helps that Bedard has been under pressure most of his life, but in the NHL, it's a whole other level.

We hope that he can continue to fight through it and show the hockey world what he's capable of.

As seen on Markerzone - Hall Reveals the Sad Truth About Bedard's Struggles