Despite his young age, Bedard has already achieved exceptional player status in the WHL, becoming the first player in league history to be granted the privilege of playing as a 15-year-old. He quickly demonstrated his skill on the ice, tallying an impressive 28 points in 15 games for the Regina Pats.
However, Bedard's growing popularity has come with some negative consequences, and his mother has spoken out about the family's recent struggles. In an Instagram post, she described how people have been waiting outside their house, taking photographs as soon as they step outside, and even accessing their backyard to call out for Connor. She also talked about how it's almost impossible to go to public places without being recognized. Despite these challenges, Bedard continues to be a rising star in the hockey world.
"There are very often people surrounding our house and waiting outside, then they photograph us as soon as we step outside. One day, someone even came through the back of our property, accessed the yard, and started screaming for Connor. And I would say that all this happens more frequently since the last Junior World Championship.
Recently, I had to turn off my cell phone for about ten days because I was receiving too many messages. It was uncontrollable! I've never been used to that, you know? And it's now almost impossible to go to the grocery store or the mall with Connor without being recognized."