Connor Bedard smashes his stick along the boards after another failed power play. #Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/b8kpM1swKB� Charlie Roumeliotis (@CRoumeliotis) December 1, 2023
The Chicago Blackhawks have had 68 powerplay opportunities and have only scored 15 points throughout that course. With a 10.3% rating in the NHL this season.
Connor Bedard with the backhand pass to Lukas Reichel, who scores on the power play for his second goal of the season. #Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/EnScC4ancZ� Charlie Roumeliotis (@CRoumeliotis) December 1, 2023
Bedard's actions come from not being able to utilize his team's offense more potently and may have a say in the matter. However, nothing has been heard or observed by the media, after the outburst.
In addition to the outburst by Connor Bedard, it is quite clear that the head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks Luke Richardson will at least try to shake up things on the matter and adjust the powerplay with his coaching staff in some manner.
Luke Richardson's approach to the game, and that he listens to his players is a progressing sign of maturity from the roster and himself, to say the least. He works with his players on the roster and keeps a consistent eye on their gameplay by talking to them and observing their gameplay.
Especially the younger players of the team.
A glimpse into the future in Chicago.#Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/pQ4iLQNhUQ� Ovi 🇨🇦 (@OviClapBomb) December 1, 2023
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