The Chicago Blackhawks have won the NHL Draft Lottery, securing the first overall pick of the 2021 NHL Draft. This is a major win for the Blackhawks, who have been rebuilding their team since missing the playoffs for the second consecutive season in 2020. With the first overall pick, the Blackhawks will be able to select Connor Bedard, a highly-touted prospect from the Western Hockey League.
Connor Bedard is an 18-year-old center from North Vancouver, British Columbia. He is considered to be one of the most talented prospects in the draft, and is projected to be a top-five pick. Bedard has been playing in the WHL since he was 15, and has been a standout player for the Regina Pats. In his first full season with the Pats, he scored 33 goals and 77 points in 56 games. He was also named the WHL Rookie of the Year for his impressive performance.
Bedard is a dynamic player who can play both ends of the ice. He is an excellent skater with great speed and agility, and he has a knack for finding open ice and creating scoring chances. He is also a strong playmaker, with excellent vision and passing ability. Bedard is also known for his physical play, as he is not afraid to take the body and battle for loose pucks.
The Blackhawks are hoping that Bedard can help them get back to their winning ways. The team has been rebuilding for several years now, and they are hoping that Bedard can be the cornerstone of their rebuild. With Bedard in the lineup, the Blackhawks will have a dynamic player who can help them generate offense and be a leader on and off the ice.
The 2021 NHL Draft will take place on July 23rd and 24th, and it will be interesting to see how the Blackhawks use their first overall pick. With Connor Bedard likely to be their selection, it looks like the Blackhawks are in good hands for the future.
