One of the best young guns in the NHL today hopes to lead his team to victory on Thursday night, as Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks head to Hollywood for a matchup with the Los Angeles Kings.

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After many rough seasons, the Blackhawks finally look like a team on the rise. Bedard has been one of the top scorers this season and has helped keep Chicago up near a playoff spot as we head into the holiday season.

Bedard has 38 points so far this season, placing him third in the league behind San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini and Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon. While the Hawks do not necessarily live or die with Bedard, the playmaker’s ability to be a game-changer has been noticeable this year.

Following a shootout loss at the hands of the V

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