At the World Championships today, Connor Bedard, the young star for Team Canada, showed a tougher side during a fiery game against Denmark.
The usually calm Bedard got into a heated moment with Denmark's Jesper Jensen Aabo, leading to punches thrown on the ice.
Both players received minor penalties for roughing after their scuffle, which fired up the crowd but didn't turn into a full-fledged fight.
It's rare to see Bedard, known more for his scoring than scrapping, involved in such altercations.
This altercation was a highlight in a game where Bedard not only showed his grit but also his skill, scoring twice to help lead his team.
This moment of aggression from the 18-year-old phenom added a new layer to his already impressive performance at the international level.
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MAI 13 | 485 ANSWERS Brawl breaks loose with Blackhawks Connor Bedard stuck in the middle Do you want to see more physical play from Bedard? | ||
Yes | 220 | 45.4 % |
No, protect him at all costs | 265 | 54.6 % |
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