— Phillip Thompson (@_phil_thompson) November 19, 2024 Dickinson will center the line and Bedard playing left wing for the first time this season. Bedard said, “It’s still hockey.

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard gets up off the ice after falling and being called for hooking against the Edmonton Oilers on Feb. 5, 2025, at the United Center in Chicago.

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard looks on during a break in the action in the third period against the Winnipeg Jets on Dec. 7, 2024, at the United Center in Chicago.

Connor Bedard still on the ice after Blackhawks practice ended. ... (@_phil_thompson) October 3, 2024. Bedard last season led all Hawks forwards and league rookies in average ice time (19:47).

Connor is smart, so he can still play fast without flying around 100 miles an hour.”—Blackhawks coach Anders Sorensen on Connor Bedard wanting to skate faster — Phil Thompson ...

Phil Thompson: Blackhawks star Connor Bedard taking his share of hits from TV analysts — but is it fair game? Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune February 7, 2025 at 2:20 AM UTC · ...