Connor Bedard, a player for the Chicago Blackhawks, returned to play after receiving clearance following two doctor's appointments. Bedard skated with Foligno and Kurashev, showing confidence and creativity in the game. His return brought excitement to the United Center and was well-received by fans and analysts.
"He worked his butt off to get back." "When you're hurt, everybody is impatient, but he was eager." New story breaking down how Connor Bedard expedited his recovery process: https://t.co/5b4bbRlSOI
After a very bleak five-plus weeks, Connor Bedard is back. And he brings some much-needed excitement and optimism with him, writes @ByScottPowers: https://t.co/X5FY4Ie5Pp
After a whirlwind 24 hours of doctors appointments and convincing the Blackhawks to let him play, Connor Bedard not only graced United Center ice again last night but looked just as confident and creative as always. Story: https://t.co/bwWJ2sT6vr
Connor Bedard needed a period to get going again after nearly six weeks off, but the last 40 minutes were a good reminder just how special he is and can be. My column from last night: https://t.co/NLB2Xg69DM
The United Center had been lacking something without Connor Bedard. He brought it back tonight. My column: https://t.co/NLB2Xg5BOe
🚨 New #Blackhawks Talk Podcast 🚨 Connor Bedard made a surprise early return, and man is Chicago much more watchable with him in the lineup. 🎧: https://t.co/eQsVLjMcNn https://t.co/HxOrY9kici
[LISTEN] Connor Bedard made a surprise return tonight vs. Pittsburgh. @BoyleNBCS and @CRoumeliotis share their thoughts on the latest #Blackhawks Talk Podcast, which is out NOW! https://t.co/Z1g7zQHnBU https://t.co/lIhmRhoCZC
Richardson: "[Bedard] had some pep in his stride. He looked raring to go. They had a tough first shift, just a quick goal against... But as the game went on, they looked really good. He looked confident on the power play – looked confident out there like he always is."
Bedard was quiet in the first but he has his mojo now. He's made special plays every shift this period.
Connor Bedard making things happen this period. Just had a nifty backhand pass that led to a good chance for Nick Foligno (who did well to corral that pass and get a shot off of it).
A nice little cheer goes up as Connor Bedard hits the ice for warmups.
Connor Bedard had two doctors' appointments yesterday in which he received clearance to play. He met with Davidson and Richardson yesterday afternoon and said he felt good to go. They put him through contact this morning — Luke was literally delivering some checks — and he…
Bedard in for Reese Johnson. He'll skate with Foligno and Kurashev to start. No ice time restrictions "unless he turns the puck over," Luke Richardson quips. Bedard was cleared yesterday, took contact on battle drills with the scratches this morning.
Connor Bedard will play tonight. Story from @MarkLazerus and me: https://t.co/OXZMImOBZl
Connor Bedard is indeed playing tonight, not that there was any doubt at this point. Should be a fun one at the UC tonight.
I was off by two days, but no surprise Connor Bedard beat his original timeline. #Blackhawks https://t.co/29FtMPhVk3