Connor Bedard is no ordinary player. It's safe to say he's the prospect fans have been most eager to see since the Leafs drafted Auston Matthews. Bedard has the talent and speed to play in the NHL. Today, he made a decision that shows his maturity as well. <div align='center' style='padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;'><img src='https://i.marqueur.com/habsetlnh/i/photo/304961.webp' width='100%' border='0' alt='image' loading='lazy' defer /></div> <h2>What Makes Him Different?</h2> Apart from his unique talent on the ice, Bedard is also very mature for his age. The Blackhawks are preparing for the start of their activities with the annual rookie tournament. While many young players would love to stay at home and cash the paycheck, Bedard will take part in the tournament, even if his spot on the lineup is anything but confirmed. <q>Both @ByScottPowers & @RussoHockey confirm Connor Bedard will play at least one game at the Tom Kurvers rookie showcase against the Minnesota Wild. We all want Bedard to be protected, but he wants to be treated as 'one of the guys,' so that's why he's playing (IMO). #Blackhawks </q> <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/Mario_Tirabassi/status/1697345789993922851'> </a></blockquote></div> <h2>Beyond the Danger</h2> Of course, it's a risk to put Bedard on the ice in such a tournament, where every player wants to prove themselves by playing a physical game. However, he'll face the same kind of situations in the NHL. He needs to prepare accordingly. This is just an example of who Bedard is. He knows that he isn't above anyone and understands how to lead. With this attitude, nothing will stand in the way of Bedard's success in the NHL. As seen on Blade of Steel - <a href='https://www.bladeofsteel.com/nhl/news/Connor-Bedard-recent-decision-proves-he-a-special-player-who-already-understands-what-it-takes-to-succeed' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Bedard's recent decision proves he's a special player who already understands what it takes to succeed</a>