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Bedard Advocates for Nazar's Olympic Spot Amid Celebrini's Rise

12/18/2025

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Connor Bedard argues that Frank Nazar, Bedard's teammate, should be included on Canada's Olympic roster, emphasizing versatility over scoring.
Macklin Celebrini, a standout for the San Jose Sharks, is gaining attention as an Olympic candidate, ranking among top forwards in multiple metrics.
Celebrini's blend of skill and work ethic positions him as a strong contender for the final roster alongside Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon.

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Connor Bedard argues that Frank Nazar, Bedard's teammate, should be included on Canada's Olympic roster, emphasizing versatility over scoring.
Macklin Celebrini, a standout for the San Jose Sharks, is gaining attention as an Olympic candidate, ranking among top forwards in multiple metrics.
Celebrini's blend of skill and work ethic positions him as a strong contender for the final roster alongside Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon.