Connor Bedard playing starring role in surprising start for the Chicago Blackhawks

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) celebrates his goal against the Calgary Flames during the third period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) celebrates his hat trick against the Calgary Flames during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) celebrates his hat trick against the Calgary Flames during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard celebrates a win against the Calgary Flames in an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) celebrates his hat trick against the Calgary Flames during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)

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Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) celebrates his goal against the Calgary Flames during the third period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)