Connor Bedard Stuns Gretzky with Jaw-Dropping Goal!

Connor Bedard continues to dazzle the hockey world.

Bedard's jaw-dropping goal against the Blues stole the spotlight.

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Even Wayne Gretzky praised Bedard's creativity.

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Bedard's impact goes beyond his generational talent.

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The NHL is capitalizing on Bedard's star power.

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Bedard's accomplishments make us forget he's just 18.

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While records may be a stretch, Bedard is the Hawks' future.

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