Connor Bedard earns spot among NHL's top 20 centers after 30-goal season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 12:23 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks has been ranked as the 16th best active center in the NHL after a breakout 30-goal season. Following a sluggish sophomore year, he returned as a point-per-game player, edging out notable players like Brayden Point. The ranking comes as the league continues to unveil its top players by position. Bedard is expected to miss the first month of the upcoming season, putting his goal-scoring potential at risk unless he accelerates his recovery. Enhanced support from teammates such as Patrick Kane could play a crucial role in his performance.
- •Connor Bedard named 16th best center in NHL
- •Achieved 30-goal season and scored at a point-per-game pace
- •Expected to miss first month of upcoming season
- •Ranked below Nico Hischier and above Brayden Point
- •Teammates Patrick Kane and Roman Kantserov could support his scoring efforts
- 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — Top 20 NHL Centers: Connor Bedard's First 30 Goal Season Earns Him A Spot
"Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard was named a top-20 NHL center by the league.
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