Connor Bedard is a player that never fails to excite fans, and fans of the Chicago Blackhawks are undoubtedly in for a successful season.

His jaw injury ultimately cut his rookie season short by a few games. Despite the challenging circumstances, Bedard managed to have a great first season. He scored more than 20 goals, and he had a sizable highlight reel. Fans are eager to watch where he goes this year, although it’s unclear if he will experience the sophomore slump.

The league recently had an interview with Bedard, during which he was asked some intriguing questions. One such question was the identity of his ideal linemate. Bedard could have chosen to respond with Connor McDavid or even Alexander Ovechkin, but he went with someone else.
As you can see from the above, Bedard asserted that Mat Barzal is the player he would most like to play alongside in the future. Barzal is a great player who plays for the New York Islanders. But as Bedard clarifies, his motivation is primarily personal because the two skated together while Barzal was still a young player with the Blackhawks.

This is a valid argument, demonstrating Bedard’s profound gratitude to everyone who assisted him in achieving his current status. Whether Barzal and Bedard ever share the ice together is something that only time will tell. Although the chances are slim, you never know.