The Chicago Blackhawks achieved a 7-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night. In the game, Connor Bedard notched his first career hat trick .

After the game, Bedard not only addressed his hat trick but also the prospects of playing for Team Canada in the 2026 Olympic Games.

“Of course, if that's something that I get to do, that would be unbelievable, and I would do anything to be on that team. But I'm trying to take things day by day and have fun playing in the NHL and trying to grow as a team and win hockey games and do everything I can to play my best hockey. In the end, that'll be what puts me in a spot to make it,” the 20-year-old Canadian said after the game.

Bedard was invited to the 42-player camp previously this year.

“Everyone knows his resume. He’s a drive

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