Connor Bedard’s Incredible Goal Leaves Wayne Gretzky in Awe originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago
Connor Bedard stole the spotlight on Saturday night with a remarkable “Michigan” goal. He masterfully maneuvered the puck to score his 13th goal of the season, leaving everyone in awe.
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During the game, hockey legend Wayne Gretzky could not contain his amazement,”I couldn’t do what he did tonight,” Gretzky told Bally St.Louis. “That just wasn’t in my repertoire. Hully (Bobby Hull) could do it. I could never do what he did tonight. It was fun to watch.”
Bedard’s unforgettable goal originated from Bill Armstrong, a minor league player for the Albany Devils. Mike Legg, a winger for the Michigan Wolverines, was inspired, and it was named the “Goal of the Year” by Swedish magazine Inside Hockey. The stick Legg used was later donated to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
The fact that Bedard was able to pull it off in the NHL adds another remarkable achievement to his already distinguished career. Gretzky admitted the same about Bedard’s fantastic rookie season. “He’s been fun to watch. He’s probably better than we anticipated,” Gretzky said. “He’s not only an ambassador on the ice but he’s been tremendous off the ice for an 18-year-old young man. I’m happy for him. He’s got the right coach in Luke Richardson, the right organization.”
