All CHGO wrote Monday that, coy answers aside, Connor Bedard looked all but certain to make his season debut against Pittsburgh after two days skating on the top line and first power-play unit without restrictions.
Jeff Blashill said Bedard was “trending towards” being a coach’s decision, and Bedard said he felt normal and comfortable with contact. The rest of the piece, on how his return stabilizes the lineup, is a Diehard exclusive.