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Celebrini, Bedard: Historic No. 1 Draft Picks Clash

3/13/2025

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Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard, both hailing from North Vancouver, have made history as consecutive No. 1 NHL Draft picks. As Celebrini, now with the San Jose Sharks, prepares to face Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks for the first time on Thursday, his impressive 48 points this season highlight his remarkable comeback from injuries.

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Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard, both hailing from North Vancouver, have made history as consecutive No. 1 NHL Draft picks. As Celebrini, now with the San Jose Sharks, prepares to face Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks for the first time on Thursday, his impressive 48 points this season highlight his remarkable comeback from injuries.