The NHL has released its odds for which team is most likely to draft Connor Bedard in the 2023 NHL Draft.
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The 2023 NHL Draft has been hyped up for years. Mainly because of the highly talented forward Connor Bedard, expected to go 1st overall in the upcoming draft.
There are likely to be several teams prepared to tank for Bedard in the 2022-23 season to increase their odds at drafting the highly praised player.
The now 17-year-old has dominated everywhere he has played. Hockey fans alike began to take notice when he was awarded a spot on the WHL's Regina St. Pats at only 16-years-old. This is where he combined for 63 goals and 128 points in just 77 games played between two seasons.
Below you will find the odds for the 2022-23 worst regular season record, courtesy of Sportsnet Bets.
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The oddsmakers pull heavily toward either the Arizona Coyotes or Chicago Blackhawks finishing 32nd in the NHL, giving either club the best odds at 18.5% to bring home Connor Bedard.
Montreal is just behind at 29th with an 11.5% chance to take home the 1st overall pick for the second time in a row.
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People have begun comparing the stud to a young Connor McDavid, or even Sidney Crosby.
Here is just one of his many goals scored in the WHL. Watch as he completely undresses the Calgary defense.
Which team will end up with the crown jewel of the 2023 NHL draft? Let us know what you think down below.
