History of Connor Bedard in Timeline

Connor Bedard is a highly touted Canadian professional ice hockey centre currently playing for the Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL. Drafted first overall in 2023 by Chicago, he quickly made his NHL debut. Lauded as one of the best hockey prospects of his generation, Bedard further cemented his reputation by winning the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year in 2024.

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1944: Youngest Rookie Four-Point Game Since 1944

On November 9, Connor Bedard had a four-point game. It was the youngest rookie to do so since 1944.

2016: Artemi Panarin Receives Calder Memorial Trophy

In 2016, Artemi Panarin received the Calder Memorial Trophy. He was the last Blackhawks player to receive the award before Connor Bedard in 2024.

May 2021: IIHF World U18 Championships Gold Medal

In May 2021, Connor Bedard won a gold medal with the Canadian under-18 team at the IIHF World U18 Championships in Frisco, Texas. He tied for second in tournament points and earned a spot on the media all-star team.

April 18, 2022: Named to Canadian team for 2022 IIHF World U18 Championships

On April 18, 2022, Connor Bedard was named to the Canadian team for the 2022 IIHF World U18 Championships, being the only returning player from the previous year's championship team.

August 2022: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships Reboot

In August 2022, it was announced that the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, which had been cancelled in December 2021, would be rebooted.

December 12, 2022: Named to Canadian National Team for 2023 World Junior Championships

On December 12, 2022, Connor Bedard was named to the Canadian national team to compete at the 2023 World Junior Championships, marking another milestone in his career.

January 4, 2024: Selection to NHL All-Star Game

On January 4, 2024, Connor Bedard was selected to represent the Chicago Blackhawks at the 2024 National Hockey League All-Star Game, set to be the youngest All-Star in NHL history before injury.