Connor Bedard underwent surgery on his fractured jaw, keeping him away from the ice for 6 to 8 weeks. His participation in the NHL All-Star Game is compromised, requiring a replacement. The surgery has now been confirmed, prolonging his absence. Details of his recovery will come, but the impact on the current season is undeniable, as he has accumulated 33 points in 39 games this season. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/frank_seravalli/status/1745105652345708735'> </a></blockquote></div>