Stepping into the National Hockey League as a rookie can be a formidable challenge, especially when one carries the weight of colossal expectations on their shoulders. This is particularly true for top picks in the NHL draft, a burden that now rests upon the young superstar Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks.
Bedard's arrival has sparked discussions of his potential to become a truly generational talent, a label that inevitably comes with immense pressure. However, he can draw inspiration and wisdom from those who have walked this path before him, including the Pittsburgh Penguins' captain, Sidney Crosby, who had valuable advice to offer the aspiring star.
In a conversation with Penguins beat writer Dave Molinari, Crosby urged Bedard to savor the journey ahead.
Bedard's inaugural NHL experience is set to commence on October 10th, coincidentally facing off against Crosby and the Penguins at PPG Paints Arena.
Crosby also shared some valuable guidance on handling the weight of soaring expectations, encapsulated in a two-letter word: "no."
He highlighted the demands, interviews, and pressures that accompany a rising NHL star and emphasized that Bedard should be mindful of not overburdening himself.
As the regular season kicks off with a meeting between these two generational talents, hockey enthusiasts eagerly anticipate witnessing their clash on the ice.
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1 OCTOBRE | 181 ANSWERS Sidney Crosby Gives Connor Bedard Incredible Advice Will Connor Bedard have 70+ points this season? | ||
Yes | 113 | 62.4 % |
No | 68 | 37.6 % |
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